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

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The government of Sabah is hoping to obtain statewide sustainability certification of its palm oil operations, but the process can be daunting for smallholders.

Malaysia’s Sabah encouraged by group certification for palm oil sustainability

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How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

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The initiative has been supporting enterprising individuals making a lasting impact on society by raising awareness about and addressing critical issues.

A decade of impact: The Philip Yeo Initiative celebrates ten years of empowering changemakers

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Gideon Ng

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

Investment

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: True Light Capital closes flagship fund, Roojai acquires DirectAsia, six China deals, and more

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Deals in brief: NexMind, Funding Societies, and Kiddocare secure funding, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

Energy

Experts have criticized plans by Indonesia’s financial regulator to encourage investments in coal plants powering the metal-processing industry, acting contrary to scientific evidence.

Indonesia’s proposed green label for coal plants sparks concerns among experts

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

On-demand Services

Think Indonesia is a series of informative sessions organized by KrASIA and 36Kr Chuhai to help companies navigate Indonesia’s dynamic business landscape.

Inside the shopper's mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia's e-commerce landscape

Inside the shopper&#8217;s mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia&#8217;s e-commerce landscape

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Sara Mandagie

The firm has highlighted how diversity and sustainability play into upcoming investment opportunities in Indonesia and the ASEAN region.

Unlocking Indonesia's economic potential: AC Ventures' commitment to women-led businesses and ESG investing

Unlocking Indonesia&#8217;s economic potential: AC Ventures&#8217; commitment to women-led businesses and ESG investing

Japan

The talent platform has gained significant traction as cross-border hiring goes mainstream amidst uncertain economic conditions.

Glints achieves significant revenue growth driven by cross-border demand

Ethlas, a Web3 platform, combines blockchain and gaming technology, creating a decentralized ecosystem for play-to-earn experiences and NFT integration.

Ethlas

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

How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

Blockchain

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

How do digital assets gain value? Investigate NFT marketplaces, creator economies, and verification methods strengthening digital ownership.

NFTs

What unlocks decentralized innovation? Explore blockchain-based platforms, data ownership models, and tools shaping the next internet era.

Web3

The Singapore-based Web3 gaming startup has announced its partnership with BNB Chain as part of the latter’s third-year anniversary celebrations.

Ethlas partners with BNB Chain to break new frontiers in Web3 gaming

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KrASIA Writers

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

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

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

Taobao

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 goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

A single Saturday saw Taobao Shangou, Meituan, and JD.com log a combined 200 million orders, testing subsidy strength, logistics, and supply chains in real time.

Meituan scrambles on “Super Saturday” as Taobao Shangou tops 80 million daily orders

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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What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

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

AI-powered therapy tools are emerging in the mental health space, but questions around empathy, safety, and readiness remain unresolved.

AI may offer a listening ear, but can it close mental healthcare gaps?

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

Retail

HotMaxx rolls out supersized outlets following success with near-expiry snacks and beverages.

Chinese discount retailer grows as demand rises for affordable goods

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

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