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Both Asian countries maneuver amid trade negotiations with Washington.

Vietnam, South Korea crack down on Chinese goods skirting US tariffs

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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Deals in brief: Populix and viAct raise funding, Vertex Growth invests in Dolphin Semiconductor, plus major China deals, and more

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Krafton’s new game lets players shape cities and personalities with generative AI—just don’t expect a smooth ride, yet.

InZoi is what happens when The Sims meets AI, and the results are gloriously unstable

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The “humanization” of pets is fueling world-leading growth, driven by the rising appeal of pet companionship in the post-pandemic era.

Asia's pet boom lets food, health care, tech players off leash

Asia&#8217;s pet boom lets food, health care, tech players off leash

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Deals in brief: SoftBank to anchor OpenAI’s USD 40 billion raise, Hoopi secures funding for collectibles push, ShopUp and Sary confirm merger, and more

Old-school views kept doors closed while the world marked International Women's Day.

South Korea's gender chasm: Women still consigned to dim job and life prospects

South Korea&#8217;s gender chasm: Women still consigned to dim job and life prospects

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Deals in brief: Wavemaker Impact launches Zentide, Arus Oil and Bumame secure funding, Kredivo acquires GajiGesa, and more

Market penetration takes center stage after previous pop culture waves.

South Korean food and cosmetics drive Japan's latest K-boom

South Korean food and cosmetics drive Japan&#8217;s latest K-boom

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With contingency plans and supplier alternatives lined up, Chinese automakers appear ready for the turbulence.

Trump’s new tariffs rattle supply chains, but China’s EV firms aren’t blinking

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

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Once mistaken for a foreign brand, Pelliot is now bound for an IPO as one of China’s top outdoor apparel labels.

Budget brand no more? Pelliot readies Hong Kong IPO after profit surge

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Asmoke is reengineering barbecue with sensors and startup swagger, betting that pitmasters are ready for a tech upgrade.

Can a smart grill from China earn a place in American backyards?

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