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

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

East Asia

Oppo, a Chinese smartphone producer, emphasizes advanced camera features, sleek designs, and immersive audiovisual experiences.

Oppo

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

Consumer Economy

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

The new phone model will test demand as a work device for businesspeople.

China's Oppo takes on iPhone in Japan with USD 2,000 foldable phone

China&#8217;s Oppo takes on iPhone in Japan with USD 2,000 foldable phone

Events

At a March 11 event, J-Startup Kansai outlined the region’s potential ahead of the expo.

As Kansai’s deep tech push gains speed, can GSE 2026 take it global?

36Kr Japan provides in-depth coverage of China's business and tech developments for Japanese-speaking audiences. Established in 2018 in partnership with the Nikkei Group, it distributes content through its own platform, as well as via Nikkei’s publications and leading news aggregators, including Yahoo News and SmartNews.

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

Electric Vehicles

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

Mobility

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

Transportation

Many domestic makers are receiving greater support following the changes, widening the disparity.

BYD says it "can't compete" in Japan with EV subsidy gap

BYD says it &#8220;can&#8217;t compete&#8221; in Japan with EV subsidy gap

How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

Petrochemical, tech, and shipping companies are all grappling with the Strait of Hormuz blockage.

Asian executives flag rising supply chain risks from Iran war

South Korea, Japan shares lead regional decline as fears of protracted war weigh on markets.

Asia stocks dive as crude oil spikes on Iran crisis

How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

Middle East

Saudi Arabia

Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Grab to acquire Stash, Gobi Partners backs Valiance Health, Humain invests in xAI, and more

An alias used when humans and machines team up in our newsroom. Articles under this byline may be shaped with the help of AI, but are always vetted by a human before publication.

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Photo shows the exterior of a BYD showroom in Sendai, Japan.

The Chinese automaker is eyeing growth overseas from minicars amid struggles at home.

BYD to rev up Japan sales with EV mini dealerships

Deals in brief: HeyMax and Ekko raise funding, MOL Plus invests in Secai Marche, seven China investments, and more

SenseTime’s AI solutions power facial recognition, image processing, and autonomous driving, serving governments, enterprises, and research institutes.

SenseTime

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

Foundation and Large Models

SenseTime sees visual understanding and controllable generation as steps toward AI that can reason and act across physical environments.

Multimodal AI breakthrough could come within two years, SenseTime scientist says

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Photo of Aito’s showcase area at Auto Guangzhou 2025.

Aito

Seres

The revised partnership gives Seres greater control of Aito while keeping the brand within Huawei’s HIMA ecosystem.

Seres takes the lead at Aito as Huawei reshapes its role

IPO Zaozhidao is a Chinese media outlet that provides timely coverage of IPO developments and related market signals.

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CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

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

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

Battery

The move comes as Europe increases regulatory scrutiny of the company's expanding footprint.

CATL tightens supplier scrutiny in push for carbon-neutral EV batteries

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