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With backing from Qatar’s sovereign fund, the enterprise cloud software provider is making its first push into the Middle East.

Can China’s Kingdee turn Qatar into its MENA gateway?

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

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

Deals in brief: Gobi Partners backs Malaysia’s ArmourZero, Klook secures USD 100 million, ADI anchors AC Ventures’ climate fund, and more

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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 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

The Chinese fintech giant has opened its first Middle East office and will roll out Antom, its cross-border payment solution, this year.

Ant International sets up in Riyadh, bringing Antom to Saudi businesses

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

Japan

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Singapore

Deals in brief: Syfe bids for ASX-listed Selfwealth, Malaysia’s KMP backs Swift Bridge, SoftBank in talks to acquire chipmaker Ampere, and more

Foreign investors take note as the Dubai Financial Market closes 2024 at its highest level since 2014.

DFM ends 2024 at a decade high, lifted by IPOs and foreign inflows

Chinese firms eye opportunities in the resource-rich emirate, but bold ambitions need capability to match.

As Abu Dhabi beckons with capital and opportunity, who will take the plunge?

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: Sandbox VR and iMotorbike secure funding, Virtuos to acquire three studios, Meta and Temasek back Databricks, and more

The regulator says CICC has been granted a license, having seen an "uptick" in interest from Hong Kong hedge funds.

Dubai lures Chinese banks looking for opportunities in wealth management

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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

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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.

Deep Tech

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

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

iFlytek

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Creative

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.