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According to a BCG report, women in the Middle East control USD 786 billion in wealth, with 40% of that concentrated in Saudi and the UAE.

The Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority discovers the blockchain, the Qatar SportsTech Accelerator presents its cohort, and other news | The Middle East Weekly Roundup

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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

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

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Saudi Arabia's e-commerce market is up 14% from last year at USD 21 billion, according to e-commerce platform ZID.

Zynga buys Peak Games, Samsung invests in Egypt, and a lot of liquidity from the Saudi central bank | The Middle East Weekly Roundup

Vezeeta has been aggressively expanding into new products and markets and launched its telehealth solutions in Saudi in March.

Vezeeta to provide telehealth services to thousands of STC employees in Saudi

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

Jahez offers food delivery to its restaurant partners in over 20 cities of the Kingdom.

Saudi food delivery startup Jahez raises USD 36 million in country’s largest VC deal

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The platform functions like a social network for football players, clubs, and scouts.

Saudi Arabia’s Grintafy raises USD 1.25 million seed to connect amateur football players with clubs and scouts

Uber is a mobility platform that connects users to ride-hailing, food delivery, and logistics services, operating in cities worldwide.

Uber

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

Earlier this year, Uber Eats exited India by selling the food delivery business to local rival Zomato in an all-stock deal.

Uber Eats exits Saudi Arabia and Egypt, transfers business to Careem Now in UAE

The online retailer sells FMCG products to mini-supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, and cafes.

Saudi’s Sary raises USD 6.6 million for its B2B marketplace

The latest release weaves AI into every stage of the creative process, evolving Filmora into a full-fledged production suite.

Wondershare launches Filmora V15 with deep AI integration to transform video editing

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

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

East Asia

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

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

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Embodied Intelligence

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

Elastomer “muscles” and a bionic spine made the robot so lifelike that it’s forcing a rethink of how closely machines can mimic humans.

Was there a person inside Xpeng’s robot? CEO debunks rumors onstage to viral disbelief

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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iFlytek drives voice recognition and natural language processing AI, enhancing smart assistants, language learning, and enterprise solutions.

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

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How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

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Who thrives in a digitally democratized landscape? Discover how independent creators, influencers, and educators monetize content and expertise.

Creator Economy

The Chinese AI firm sees a synergy between AI and IP innovation.

iFlytek enters IP market with Aipy Studio, betting on AI to fuel its boom

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