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Deals in brief: Igloo and Gravel secure funding, COP28 participants step up financial commitments, multiple China, India, and Middle East deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Bioniqa and Term Structure secure funding, LeapFrog announces USD 500 million climate strategy, multiple China and India deals, and more

What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

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

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Relish the taste of juices but cringe at their high sugar levels? Good news: IncreBio will soon serve up sugar-reduced juices that promise a comparable taste with significantly less sugar.

Zest without excess: What you should know about IncreBio’s sugar-reduced juices

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Deals in brief: Alchemy Foodtech, Gently, and Jala Tech secure funding, multiple China and Middle East deals, and more

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Gideon Ng

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

Sustainability

Activists have reported four companies to local police due to fires within their concessions in Central Kalimantan. This occurs amid Indonesia's most severe fire episode since 2019.

Indonesian activists file reports against four companies for burning amid escalating fire season

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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.

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

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Nearly 40 of Australia's leading fintech companies showcased their offerings at this year's Singapore FinTech Festival, extending their influence in the Asia Pacific region.

Australia elevates its innovation profile at this year’s Singapore FinTech Festival

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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

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

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.

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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

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Sara Mandagie

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

Entertainment

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

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The home audience is cheering the film’s technical feats and box office success for highlighting self-reliance.

Ne Zha 2: China makes a USD 2 billion blockbuster all of its own

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

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

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 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

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

Live Streaming

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

On-demand Services

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

Short 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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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.

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

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