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

The digital wealth platform is riding fresh capital and new hires as it scales across challenging investor terrain in the Asia Pacific.

With USD 80 million in funding, Syfe sets sights on APAC’s “mass affluent”

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With USD 147 million raised, Bolttech is pushing further toward its goal of embedding insurance into everyday experiences.

Bolttech closes Series C round, adds Sumitomo and Iberis to investor mix

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The first trilateral summit included discussions on establishing a regional business council for trade and investment.

ASEAN tilts toward China and Gulf states as Trump tariffs bite

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

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The move coincides with a USD 100 million investment from Fluidra to support Aiper’s push into smart yard technology.

Aiper relocates headquarters to Singapore as it expands from pools to smart yards

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Deals in brief: Temasek’s Xora invests in GridCare, Airwallex raises Series F funding, Antler backs three early-stage SEA startups, and more

Deals in brief: CrediLinq secures Series A funding, Vertex Ventures backs Quantified Energy, Ringkas raises 5.1 million, and more

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The latest funding will support Whale’s expansion of its product suite and global presence across Asia, Europe, and North America.

With USD 60 million and heavyweight backers, Whale charts its course in enterprise AI

How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

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Armed with new funding and a GlobalTix tie-up, Firsty is pushing a future where mobile connectivity comes pre-installed.

Can Firsty kill the SIM card? A fresh fundraise and travel tech deal give it a shot

BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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Discounts of up to 34% add to pressure that could squeeze out weaker players.

BYD price bombshell raises specter of wider China EV consolidation

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

The startup is building bots that prioritize emotional presence over technical perfection, hoping that’s what wins over families.

Joyin races to rewire homes with emotionally aware robots

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 do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

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The Chinese firm hopes its “cold core” architecture will reshape expectations for the 4680 form factor.

Can cylindrical EV batteries make a comeback? Talent New Energy thinks so

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