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Japan

Japan’s largest startup conference FUSE returns in 2022. The event will create connections between Japan’s business circles with enterprises from abroad.

Japan’s largest startup conference FUSE returns in 2022

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Japan’s largest startup conference FUSE returns in 2022. The event will connect individuals and businesses in Japan and abroad for new opportunities.

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

Japan to create legal framework for level 4 self-driving cars. Authorities eye rural areas, plan to submit bill to Diet session next spring.

Japan to create legal framework for level 4 self-driving cars

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How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Suzuki wants to be the Tesla of connected minicars. Japanese automaker to offer remote monitoring and other services by 2025.

Suzuki wants to be the Tesla of connected minicars

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

Nissan

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

Japanese automaker to introduce 23 new models, including 15 EVs.

Nissan to invest USD 17.6 billion to speed electric car rollout

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

Headline Asia unpacks She’s winning pitch deck for IVS Nasu Launch Pad 2021. She is the second woman-led startup to win in the history of Launch Pad.

Headline Asia unpacks She’s winning pitch deck for IVS Nasu Launch Pad 2021

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Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Southeast Asia

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

World FinTech Festival Japan returns with spotlight on Southeast Asia. Tokyo and Singapore organize fintech events in tandem for the second year.

World FinTech Festival Japan returns with spotlight on Southeast Asia

A Gaussian Robotics device operating at the Changi Airport in Singapore. Photo from the Gaussian Robotics official Facebook account.

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

China

SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

SoftBank makes fresh bet on Chinese robotics startup. Vision Fund 2 leads USD 188 million investment in Gaussian Robotics. Round was also joined by Meituan.

SoftBank makes fresh bet on Chinese robotics startup Gaussian Robotics

XTurismo Le flying motorcycle. Photo courtesy of A.L.I. Technologies

What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

Drones

Japan drone maker's flying motorcycle to hit the skies next year. A.L.I. Technologies will start taking orders for USD 682,000 Xturismo flying motorcycle.

Japan drone maker's flying motorcycle to hit the skies next year

Japan drone maker&#8217;s flying motorcycle to hit the skies next year

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

The startup has raised funding to expand its companion robot line after launching on Kickstarter and at CES.

Ropet secures new funding to develop robots that feel more like friends

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

AI features were on display in Berlin, but the real focus is shifting from flashy products to seamless systems.

At IFA 2025, Chinese appliance makers bet on AI to offset slowing growth

Framed as an always-on revenue generator, the agentic platform promises small businesses the kind of advertising power that once cost thousands a month.

Sandwich Lab’s Lexi takes on ad agencies with automated campaign builder

KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories, alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.

Japan

Japan’s largest startup conference FUSE returns in 2022

Japan’s largest startup conference FUSE returns in 2022

Japan to create legal framework for level 4 self-driving cars

Suzuki wants to be the Tesla of connected minicars

Nissan to invest USD 17.6 billion to speed electric car rollout

Headline Asia unpacks She’s winning pitch deck for IVS Nasu Launch Pad 2021

World FinTech Festival Japan returns with spotlight on Southeast Asia

SoftBank makes fresh bet on Chinese robotics startup Gaussian Robotics

Japan drone maker’s flying motorcycle to hit the skies next year

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