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Nikkei Asia

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

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Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: J&T Express makes HKEX debut, Gentari and GIC invest in AM Green Ammonia Holdings, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: J&#038;T Express makes HKEX debut, Gentari and GIC invest in AM Green Ammonia Holdings, multiple China and India deals, and more

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Gideon Ng

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

The Ekonomi Madani initiative announced by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim serves as the foundation for restoring Malaysia’s economic position in Asia.

Malaysia’s economic plans repositions it as a global hotspot for foreign investment

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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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

Vietnam

Deals in brief: Aliavia Ventures closes first fund, Quest Ventures backs Vulcan Augmetics, InsuranceDekho raises Series B funds, five China deals, and more

Deals in brief: MADCash bags MYR 5 million, Visa jumps on generative AI bandwagon, Bain Capital leads investment in Vietnam’s Masan Group, and more

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

The government of Sabah is hoping to obtain statewide sustainability certification of its palm oil operations, but the process can be daunting for smallholders.

Malaysia’s Sabah encouraged by group certification for palm oil sustainability

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Mongabay

Gobi Partners invests in early-stage startups across Asia, supporting founders in e-commerce, media, and SaaS industries.

Gobi Partners

Deals in brief: Gobi Partners backs BoomGrow, ADB unlocks USD 100 billion capacity, InterContinental Energy secures equity investment, and more

Thailand

Deals in brief: NexMind, Funding Societies, and Kiddocare secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

E-commerce

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

Logistics

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

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iMile CEO Rita Huang explains how the Dubai-based company rebuilt its systems after 2023’s warehouse chaos.

How iMile cracked Mexico’s logistics, and what it means for global e-commerce

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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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.

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

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Accel invests in Vite+ maker VoidZero, Rolo Robotics and Videotto raise seed funding, Coolmate completes Series C round, and more

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Sudo Lim

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

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

How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

Blockchain

What happens when banking goes virtual? Study no-branch platforms, biometric authentication, and seamless financial services.

Digital Banks

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

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

Ant Group is expanding its cross-border business from Hong Kong as the city rolls out initiatives to help Chinese enterprises expand overseas.

In Hong Kong, Ant Group finds an anchor for its global fintech ambitions

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