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

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How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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RCBC will pilot Bizbaz's credit assessment tool to enhance loan accessibility and reduce non-performing loans, addressing the challenge of financial inclusion.

Bizbaz and RCBC collaborate to enhance credit scoring and accessibility with AI | KrASIA

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Bizbaz and RCBC collaborate to enhance credit scoring and accessibility with AI

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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: Turn Capital acquires Flash Coffee Thailand, Bain Capital closes fifth pan-Asia private equity fund, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Turn Capital acquires Flash Coffee Thailand, Bain Capital closes fifth pan-Asia private equity fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

Deep Tech

How is healthcare going digital? Investigate telemedicine, wearable sensors, and data-driven platforms improving patient experiences.

Health Tech

What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

Indonesia's new omnibus health law opens up new avenues to enhance its healthcare system, including stronger collaboration with China in vaccine development and genomics research.

Law 17/2023: Indonesia is taking active steps to improve its healthcare system | KrASIA

Law 17/2023: Indonesia is taking active steps to improve its healthcare system

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Sara Mandagie

Alan Edwards and Thanit Apipatana aim to revolutionize the burgeoning market for quality craft beer in Thailand and beyond with liquid yeast that elevates beer flavors.

This Thai entrepreneur is catering to the burgeoning market for quality craft beers | KrASIA

This Thai entrepreneur is catering to the burgeoning market for quality craft beers

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

Singapore

Fostering global commerce inclusivity is central to Ant International's "4T" strategy, underpinned by its four key business pillars: Alipay+, Antom, WorldFirst, and Anext Bank.

Inclusivity in payment and commerce is core to Ant International's expansion strategy | KrASIA

Inclusivity in payment and commerce is core to Ant International&#8217;s expansion strategy

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Deals in brief: Augmentus and Etaily secure Series A funding, SC Ventures launches Libeara, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Augmentus and Etaily secure Series A funding, SC Ventures launches Libeara, multiple China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Authentick, LXA, and Gother secure funding, Sumitomo Life invests in Singlife, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Authentick, LXA, and Gother secure funding, Sumitomo Life invests in Singlife, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

Shein, a fast fashion online retailer, updates its catalog frequently, offering trendy apparel and accessories to global style-conscious shoppers.

Shein

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

Where do style and commerce meet? Examine supply chains, sustainable sourcing, and digital trends influencing global fashion markets.

Fashion

Companies seeking innovative ways to create value and unlock new revenue streams can find inspiration in Shein, particularly in its application of artificial intelligence to business scenarios.

Unveiling Shein's "secret" artificial intelligence and the complexities behind its USD 66 billion valuation | KrASIA

Unveiling Shein&#8217;s &#8220;secret&#8221; artificial intelligence and the complexities behind its USD 66 billion valuation

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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

Energy

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

Sustainability

Both nations have strengthened their ties to advance sustainability efforts and tackle global energy challenges.

Indonesia and China forge strong partnership to drive renewable energy transition | KrASIA

Indonesia and China forge strong partnership to drive renewable energy transition

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

East Asia

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

Xiaomi

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 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

Xiaomi’s first EV was a runaway hit. But a deadly crash in Tongling is now raising fresh questions about the risks of smart driving at scale.

Three dead in SU7 crash: Fatal accident renews scrutiny of smart driving safety | KrASIA

Three dead in SU7 crash: Fatal accident renews scrutiny of smart driving safety

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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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

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

Deals in brief: Nul debuts with Wavemaker Impact backing, SkyeChip and Betterteem raise funding, Qualcomm snaps up VinAI’s generative AI unit, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Nul debuts with Wavemaker Impact backing, SkyeChip and Betterteem raise funding, Qualcomm snaps up VinAI’s generative AI unit, and more

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

Alibaba Cloud powers scalable cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity solutions, supporting businesses’ digital transformation worldwide.

Alibaba Cloud

How do firms boost efficiency? Assess cloud platforms, consulting solutions, and business intelligence tools powering corporate operations.

Cloud Solutions

Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

Enterprise Services

Chen Hang returns as CEO of DingTalk following a stint at the startup HHO.