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

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

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Mastercard and Alipay collaborate to introduce cashless payments for international visitors in China, offering seamless transactions and convenience while promoting tourism rebound.

Mastercard and Alipay Join Forces to Provide Cashless Payment Option for International Visitors to China

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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Regional partners express excitement to see more of Asia’s leading solutions and startups at next year’s Apsara Conference.

Alibaba Group to launch the Asia Digital Innovation Zone at Apsara Conference 2022

Community partners from Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong express their support for Project AsiaForward.

Alibaba Cloud partners with Southeast Asia ecosystem builders to boost Project AsiaForward

Acclaimed Cyberport Venture Capital Forum returns to explore latest trends in venture capital.

Acclaimed Cyberport Venture Capital Forum returns to explore latest trends in venture capital

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

Ten finalists will compete for investments of up to USD 4 million and access business opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund / HSBC JUMPSTARTER 2022 global pitch competition launches

36Kr Global launches TEA YouTube channel for overseas Chinese to stay connected with the latest business and technology innovations in China.

36Kr Global launches TEA YouTube channel for overseas Chinese

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

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Investors from funds such as Blume Ventures, Accel, and Indian Angel Network have pledged to invest USD 6.7 million in ten startups.

Indian accelerator Conquest concludes first mentoring round of its 17th cohort

New appointments at KrASIA and 36Kr Global.

KrASIA and 36Kr Global are pleased to announce the appointment of three new section leads for editorial and research.Brady Ng has been named KrASIA’s chief editor for China and Southeast Asia, Annabelle Siena Lim now leads Oasis, and Alex Zhao is in charge of 36Kr Global’s research team.