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

China

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

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

Mobility

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

Transportation

Japan

Southeast Asia

Vietnam

There are factors larger than price that determine the likelihood of Chinese companies succeeding in international markets.

Succeeding in global expansion: Lessons from Japanese and Chinese motorcycle companies in the 1990s

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KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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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

India

Malaysia

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

Deals in brief: Gentari invests in offshore wind project, TiumBio and Heranova secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

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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 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

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

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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 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

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

Q&amp;A

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

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

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KrASIA Writers

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

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Thailand

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

Middle East

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

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.

Philippines

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

Philippine fintech startups and old players jockey for digital banking

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

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

East Asia

TikTok hosts short-form videos spanning entertainment, education, and branded content, capturing global audiences and driving cultural trends.

TikTok

TikTok Shop, the e-commerce arm of TikTok, enables in-app shopping by connecting users with brands and creators through live commerce and short videos.

TikTok Shop

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

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

Creative

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

Some believe a full ban on TikTok in the US is unlikely. TikTok is counting on it.

Too big to ban? TikTok keeps expanding as Trump grants third ban reprieve

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

Deals in brief: Salmon raises USD 88 million, InstaPay closes Series A2 round, ten China deals, and more

DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

With DJI preparing to enter its core segment, Insta360 faces the challenge of defending its moat through continued innovation.

Insta360’s IPO pop signals confidence, but the real challenge lies ahead

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