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

Investment

The region attracted a record USD 222 billion in foreign direct investment in 2022.

US and China butt heads over investment in Southeast Asia | KrASIA

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US and China butt heads over investment in Southeast Asia

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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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

Chinese battery material makers' push abroad raises questions over access.

China's graphite export curbs take effect with uncertainty for EVs | KrASIA

China&#8217;s graphite export curbs take effect with uncertainty for EVs

Photo of Klook’s co-founders. From left to right: Eric Gnock Fah, Ethan Lin, and Bernie Xiong, who serve as COO, CEO, and CTO, respectively.

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

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Singapore

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

Deals in brief: Klook, Doctor Anywhere, and Bitsmedia secure funding, IMDA invests SGD 55 million in Singapore’s media industry, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Klook, Doctor Anywhere, and Bitsmedia secure funding, IMDA invests SGD 55 million in Singapore’s media industry, multiple China and India deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Fantuan secures Series C funding, BII commits USD 25 million to GEF Capital’s climate fund, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Fantuan secures Series C funding, BII commits USD 25 million to GEF Capital’s climate fund, 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.

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

East Asia

Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

Pinduoduo

Temu, an emerging e-commerce marketplace, offers curated deals and value-focused shopping experiences for a global consumer base.

Temu

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

Temu's growth trajectory risks slowing down amidst challenges posed by scams, phishing schemes, and emerging threats on social media.

Scams and phishing schemes add to Temu’s legal battles, unveiling a new wave of challenges | KrASIA

Scams and phishing schemes add to Temu’s legal battles, unveiling a new wave of challenges

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Deals in brief: Jala Tech confirms Series A funding, Neuralink secures additional USD 43 million, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Jala Tech confirms Series A funding, Neuralink secures additional USD 43 million, multiple China and India deals, and more

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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

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

Deep Tech

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

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

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Elon Musk's Neuralink has gained FDA approval to conduct human clinical trials of its N1 implant. Why is this move controversial, and what lies ahead for this technology?

All in your head: What you should know about Neuralink and brain-computer interfaces | KrASIA

All in your head: What you should know about Neuralink and brain-computer interfaces

A weekly newsletter analyzing the pros and cons of emerging technology. Published every Thursday.

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

Energy

When technological advancements and market fluctuations run in parallel, challenges are present, but so are opportunities. The global energy storage markets exemplify this.

What opportunities has the power shortage in Europe offered to Chinese companies? | KrASIA

What opportunities has the power shortage in Europe offered to Chinese companies?

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

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

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

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

Transportation

The Tesla boss reprises his role as the industry's "spiritual leader" while the Trump factor adds questions.

Elon Musk and China chase humanoid dreams with echoes of EV buildup | KrASIA

Elon Musk and China chase humanoid dreams with echoes of EV buildup

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

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

Content

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

A year after launch, DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 remains hard to find, fueled by social media buzz, a growing female user base, and the vlogging boom.

DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why | KrASIA

DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why

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

JD.com

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Services

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

With new locations opening in Beijing and Tianjin, JD.com is doubling down on its hybrid grocery strategy.

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US and China butt heads over investment in Southeast Asia

China’s graphite export curbs take effect with uncertainty for EVs