Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific. NewsDeals in brief: Pyxis hits first close of SGD 18 million round, BBVA leads Olea’s Series A funding, latest China investments, and more5 mins read
As EMB systems approach mass production, Bethel and newcomer Orient Motion are facing off in court for control of the technology. NewsChina’s automakers gear up for EMB mass production, and its first major patent battle6 mins read
In China’s far west, the startup is developing modular robots designed to operate in harsh outdoor environments. FeaturesPercisphere builds shape-shifting robots to tackle agriculture’s toughest terrains4 mins read
Four years after its breakout hit, TiGames returns with a prequel. NewsWith Zoopunk, TiGames joins a wave of Chinese game studios going global5 mins read
Sharing the stage with century-old icons marks a new milestone for Pop Mart. InsightsAfter appearing at Macy’s parade, how far can Pop Mart go in the US?6 mins read
As globalization fractures, Hau Leung Lee argues that sustainability and regional resilience should replace efficiency as trade’s guiding principles. FeaturesThe world’s supply chains are splitting, but this expert says that may not be a bad thing7 mins read
The tropical southern island becomes a testing ground for Xi’s liberalization ambitions amid tariff turmoil. InsightsChina chases economic rally with giant Hainan free trade port8 mins read
Manycore unveils Aholo and LuxReal to ground the next wave of generative AI in the physical world. FeaturesOnce a 3D design startup, Manycore now wants to give AI a sense of place6 mins read
With craftsmanship rooted in the culture of the Central Plains, Songmont has built a global following. FeaturesAs Western luxury slows, Chinese brands like Songmont set the new standard8 mins read
Pan joins to lead the development of Meituan’s LongCat app and large model. NewsMeituan hires top talent Pan Xin as it doubles down on AI2 mins read