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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.

China

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

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

Entertainment

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

Short Video

Chinese internet group Tencent Holdings has vowed to make its platform of a billion-plus users open to industry players -- including competitors -- as Beijing steps up an anti-monopoly crackdown aimed at big tech companies.Tencent President Martin Lau told investors Wednesday that its platform is open to industry players and that collaboration with any big companies needs to be "mutually constructive," responding to media reports that Tencent will allow rival Alibaba Group Holding's Taobao marketplace to sell through its mini-program

Tencent vows to embrace open platform amid antitrust crackdown

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Nikkei Asia

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

Fintech

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

Gaming

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

Social Impact

Chinese tech conglomerate Tencent (HKEX: 0700) posted strong revenue growth of 28% for 2020 to reach USD 74.4 billion in sales, as online entertainment, social media, and investments brought in a steady stream of cash. Net income for the year was USD 24.5 billion, a 71% jump from 2019, exceeding previous estimations of USD 20 billion.

KEY STAT | Tencent reports USD 74 billion revenue for 2020

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Julianna Wu

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

Venture Capital

China Venture Roundup

China Venture Roundup Volume 28 covers China’s investment activity from March 15 - 21, 2021.

Ride-hailing giant DiDi's IPO in the making? | China Venture Roundup Volume 28

Ride-hailing giant DiDi&#8217;s IPO in the making? | China Venture Roundup Volume 28

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The launch of China's International Travel Health Certificate on March 8 was music to the ears of frequent travelers like Victor, a 30-year-old financier based in Hong Kong. "I'm healthy, I'm protected and I'm also safe to be around," he said. "I want to be able to travel freely around the world like before."Easily downloadable on the ubiquitous WeChat social media app, the certificate shows the user's current COVID-19 status, results of recent tests, and vaccinations received. One of the first "vaccine passports" of its kind in the world, it may revolutionize travel.

Vaccine passports: Can they save travel? Should they?

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

Deep Tech

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

Beijing-based consumer electronics giant Xiaomi (HKEX: 1810) generated RMB 70.5 billion (USD 10.8 billion) in total revenue during the fourth quarter of 2020, up 24.8 % year-on-year (YoY) but below market expectations of RMB 74.8 billion (USD 11.43 billion), according to the company's latest financial results released Wednesday.

Xiaomi fills the void left by hampered Huawei as smartphone sales rise

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AJ Cortese

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

Xiaomi crafts affordable smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices, appealing to users who seek innovation, quality, and budget-friendly tech.

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

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

Live Streaming

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Singaporean Chew Shou Zi will join ByteDance after leaving consumer electronics giant Xiaomi (HKSE: 1810), according to an announcement on his verified Weibo account."I will join ByteDance as the CFO so that I can be based in my hometown Singapore 18 years after I left," said Chew, who served as CFO for Xiaomi between 2015 and 2020, leading the company through a successful initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong Stock exchange in 2018.

ByteDance names former Xiaomi executive as CFO fueling IPO rumors

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Song Jingli

Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

Google

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

Middle East

How are digital assets protected? Analyze threat detection, encryption standards, and cybersecurity solutions safeguarding data.

Cybersecurity

Israeli cybersecurity company Orca Security announced the close of a USD 210 million Series C round on Tuesday. The investment was led by CapitalG (formerly Google Capital), the independent growth fund of Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and Redpoint Ventures.

Google growth fund co-leads USD 210 million round in Orca Security

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NoCamels

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

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Myanmar coup

'Poorly edited' or 'forged'? The video of one minister's corruption confession is the latest flashpoint in Myanmar.

Did Myanmar's military deepfake a minister's corruption confession?

Did Myanmar&#8217;s military deepfake a minister&#8217;s corruption confession?

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KrASIA Writers

India’s tech landscape blossoms with e-commerce startups, fintech innovations, and IT services shaping a growing digital consumer base.

India

Indian social networking startup Public App, which allows users to watch video clips of local news based on their location, said Wednesday it has raised USD 41 million led by Mumbai-based venture capital fund A91 Partners along with its existing investors. VC firms including SIG, Tanglin Venture Partners, and Lee Fixel's new investment firm Addition are existing investors in Public App

India's hyperlocal social media startup Public App raises USD 41 million led by A91 Partners

India&#8217;s hyperlocal social media startup Public App raises USD 41 million led by A91 Partners

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Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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

Electric Vehicles

Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Nio (NYSE: NIO) announced that its power swap stations across China have completed 2 million battery swaps until Wednesday, according to the firm's Weibo post.

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Tencent vows to embrace open platform amid antitrust crackdown

KEY STAT | Tencent reports USD 74 billion revenue for 2020

Ride-hailing giant DiDi’s IPO in the making? | China Venture Roundup Volume 28

Vaccine passports: Can they save travel? Should they?

Xiaomi fills the void left by hampered Huawei as smartphone sales rise

ByteDance names former Xiaomi executive as CFO fueling IPO rumors

Google growth fund co-leads USD 210 million round in Orca Security

Did Myanmar’s military deepfake a minister’s corruption confession?

India’s hyperlocal social media startup Public App raises USD 41 million led by A91 Partners

KEY STAT | Nio reaches milestone for battery-swap program