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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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Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

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

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

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Xpeng, Li Auto are developing on-vehicle AI models with billions of parameters, but size alone may not guarantee better performance.

China’s automakers race toward large AI models for assisted driving

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Observers question whether the Yarlung Tsangpo power plant can revive growth momentum.

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The COVID-19 pandemic is hitting the industry hard, but travel tech platforms are ready to fight back.

No travel, no life? Travel startups are adapting to a changing tourism industry

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SEA Gamer Mall distributes virtual goods such as digital prepaid codes and gift cards that gamers can redeem to get in-game currency or items.

How this Malaysian company made MYR 500 million selling goods to gamers

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Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

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These six Chinese home appliance brands are bringing the Internet of Things to your home

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GTRIIP is a Singaporean startup that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to automatically verify photo IDs and owners, reducing the time to check in by 70%.

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Where do style and commerce meet? Examine supply chains, sustainable sourcing, and digital trends influencing global fashion markets.

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This Chinese startup provides luxury accessories and exclusive food products for pet lovers.

Vetreska is bringing fashionable goods for your pets: Startup Stories

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Amazon leads e-commerce, streaming (Prime Video), and AWS cloud infrastructure, redefining retail, media, and data services.

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Flipkart, a prominent Indian e-commerce marketplace, hosts electronics, fashion, and home goods with fast shipping and easy returns.

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Snapdeal connects Indian consumers to online deals, everyday products, and localized marketplaces through its e-commerce site.

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As more and more Indians consume videos, audio-visual is increasingly becoming a strong tool for e-commerce companies to convince users to shop online.

These video commerce startups are trying to take on Flipkart and Amazon

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