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

Batteries

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

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

Sustainability

Singapore

Gurin Energy sees demand as Japan faces grid capacity limits amid green shift.

Singapore renewable developer to build major battery farm in Japan | KrASIA

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Singapore renewable developer to build major battery farm in Japan

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

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As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Nikkei Asia

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

E-commerce

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

Indonesia

Iuiga found success by offering quality products at affordable, transparent prices. But it may need an extra edge to thrive in a more intricate market like China.

To succeed in China, Iuiga needs to offer more than just affordable quality | KrASIA

To succeed in China, Iuiga needs to offer more than just affordable quality

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Foodpanda, a food delivery platform in multiple Asian countries, connects diners with local restaurants and international cuisines.

Foodpanda

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

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

Food Delivery

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

On-demand Services

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Increasing demand for faster deliveries has spurred the rise of quick commerce. Raphael Zennou of Foodpanda explores the concept's emergence and the company's take on it.

Unraveling the q-commerce blitz: Foodpanda's Raphael Zennou on the emergence of quick commerce in Asia | KrASIA

Unraveling the q-commerce blitz: Foodpanda&#8217;s Raphael Zennou on the emergence of quick commerce in Asia

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Astra Agro Lestari, a major Indonesian palm oil company, has drawn flak from NGOs for failing to address key issues in its report on alleged violations by subsidiaries in Sulawesi.

Indonesian palm oil giant panned by activists over ‘independent’ probe into alleged violations | KrASIA

Indonesian palm oil giant panned by activists over ‘independent’ probe into alleged violations

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

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

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

Deals in brief: Thailand’s APX and Malaysia’s LiveIn secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Thailand’s APX and Malaysia’s LiveIn secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

Oceania

Deals in brief: Flexii, Tability, and Zeroe secure funding, ComfortDelGro acquires A2B to expand footprint in Australia, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Flexii, Tability, and Zeroe secure funding, ComfortDelGro acquires A2B to expand footprint in Australia, multiple China and India deals, and more

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.

Fintech

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RCBC boasts 5 million downloads of its AI-backed financial app.

Philippine fintech startups and old players jockey for digital banking | KrASIA

Philippine fintech startups and old players jockey for digital banking

Deals in brief: CYVN invests USD 2.2 billion in Nio, Riiid acquires Qualson, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: CYVN invests USD 2.2 billion in Nio, Riiid acquires Qualson, multiple China and India deals, and more

Recent trials of nature-based solutions offer hope for agriculture-focused Thailand in addressing climate change impacts, but there are obstacles hindering widespread adoption.

Can nature-based water management solutions aid Thailand in adapting more effectively to climate change? | KrASIA

Can nature-based water management solutions aid Thailand in adapting more effectively to climate change?

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

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

Tencent

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

Strong performance in key game titles and extended player engagement drove results.

Tencent surpasses Q4 2024 revenue forecasts with gaming and ad growth | KrASIA

Tencent surpasses Q4 2024 revenue forecasts with gaming and ad growth

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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 are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

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

Electric Vehicles

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Falcon is designed to adapt to various terrains, expanding Chery’s autonomous driving capabilities.

Chery unveils Falcon smart driving system, set to power 30 models by 2025 | KrASIA

Chery unveils Falcon smart driving system, set to power 30 models by 2025

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

Deep Tech

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

A new policy mandating full market integration is reshaping China’s new energy industries, favoring those ready to compete.