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

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

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It’s price and performance, not geography, that now dictates AI adoption.

Coding tools Cursor and Windsurf found using Chinese AI in latest releases

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

Deals in brief: Applied Materials backs robotics firm Augmentus, Sedifly raises pre-seed funding, Grab invests in May Mobility, and more

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From Singapore to India, bourses eye measures to attract foreign investors and startup IPOs.

Asian stock markets take on Wall Street with slate of reforms

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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.

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Nissan, a Japanese automaker, is known for leading the development of electric vehicles, fuel-efficient cars, and advanced safety technologies.

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What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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The battle for market share heats up as demand slumps on reduced incentives.

Tesla, Hyundai, Nissan offer cheaper EVs as China price war goes global

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The initiative may build on Cosmos, Nvidia’s world foundation model.

Nvidia is reportedly planning a robotaxi project to challenge Tesla, Waymo

With pared-down versions of the Model 3 and Model Y, Tesla is testing lower prices in markets where rivals such as BYD and Xiaomi are closing in.

Tesla unveils new budget cars to take aim at China’s EV challengers

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Deals in brief: Tim Draper invests in Ryder, Verta raises seed funding, Xendit acquires Payex, and more

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The Meta Ray-Ban Display and rival devices may make personal AI agents a reality soon.

Are AI glasses the next smartphone race between the US and China?

The benefits of CPTPP and RCEP accrue unevenly across industries and countries.

Asia's big trade pacts soften damage from Trump tariffs

Asia&#8217;s big trade pacts soften damage from Trump tariffs

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The tea chain is bringing HPP juices to retail shelves, using its supply chain to compete on price.

GoodMe takes ready-to-drink beverages beyond its own stores

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Iron, the humanoid robot developed by Xpeng, pictured alongside the Xpeng P7 at Indonesia International Motor Show 2026.

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

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

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His departure leaves Xpeng without any of the three leaders who guided Iron to its public debut.

Mi Liangchuan’s exit deepens pressure on Xpeng’s robotics push

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

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