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Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Mesh Bio, MoneyHero Group completes SPAC merger, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

Investment

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

Venture Capital

Indonesia

Deals in brief: East Ventures and SV Investment start new fund, Good Doctor secures USD 10 million, Sam Altman backs Induced AI, five China deals, and more

Deals in brief: AnyMind Group acquires Indonesia-based DDI, GGV Capital splits into two businesses, eight China deals, and more

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

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

The partnership with Delivered Korea takes aim at US and Chinese e-commerce rivals.

Japan's Buyee offers BTS, K-pop goods via Korean e-tail deal

Japan&#8217;s Buyee offers BTS, K-pop goods via Korean e-tail deal

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Thailand

Deals in brief: Kasikornbank’s tech arm launches USD 100 million fund, Segari raises Series B funding, and more

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

Artificial Intelligence

Newsletters

Will AI photo generation apps like Snow AI blur the boundary between reality and perception irreversibly?

Picture me perfect: What you should know about AI photo generation apps

A weekly newsletter analyzing the pros and cons of emerging technology. Published every Thursday.

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Open Source

Deals in brief: Crowdworks achieves IPO milestone in South Korea, Chinese companies secure nine-figure RMB deals, and more

Deals in brief: Disprz and DotBio secure new funding, South Korean giants back AI startup, and more

Apple designs iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, coupling sleek hardware with robust software ecosystems and service offerings.

Apple

Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

Google

Lawmakers are starting to call for further action against US tech giants' dominance.

South Korea fails to rein in Apple, Google app fees, critics say

What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

Biotechnology

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

Deep Tech

Studies are underway to validate the product’s benefits in children who miss elite growth marks but fall outside clinical deficiency.

Growth for all: Agebox’s IGF‑1 sensitizer is designed for kids above clinical thresholds

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

Chinese companies are moving fast to claim ground in the US lawn care market, where robotic mower adoption remains low.

US lawns are the next big play for China’s robotic mower brands

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

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

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

With massive demand and long lead times, Xiaomi is turning up the pressure on rivals in pricing, production, and positioning.

Xiaomi’s YU7 preorder frenzy signals a new phase in China’s EV race

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