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Photo of perovskite solar cells developed by Yanhe Solar.

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

Deep Tech

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

China

The company is scaling production in China and plans to establish subsidiaries in Europe and North America.

Yanhe eyes global rollout of perovskite solar tech after Series A funding

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Embodied Intelligence

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

The startup’s tech could enable more dexterous, adaptive, and efficient robots.

Xense Robotics bets on touch as the next frontier of embodied intelligence

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.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

Taobao

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

On-demand Services

Alibaba’s Jiang Fan expects Taobao Shangou to reach RMB 1 trillion in transaction volume within three years.

As Singles’ Day nears, what’s expected of Taobao Shangou?

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

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Previously known as Sale Stock, Sorabel is now expanding its services into the Philippines.

Sorabel takes capital fashion across Indonesia: Startup Stories

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Khamila Mulia

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

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

Venture Capital

India recorded 23 fintech deals in the second quarter, compared to 15 in China.

India sees more fintech funding activity than China for the first time

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Zhixin Tan

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

Besides Kenya, Kilimallalso distributes products to Uganda and Nigeria.

How a former Huawei employee set out to reshape Africa's online retail scene

How a former Huawei employee set out to reshape Africa&#8217;s online retail scene

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South China Morning Post

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

The Chinese smartphone maker’s first home fitness machine is receiving unexpected attention from consumers.

Can a treadmill become Xiaomi’s next breakout product?

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Low De Wei

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

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

Short Video

With 12 million active users and a series of successful campaigns, TikTok has been making leaps in capitalizing on the country’s tech-savvy users.

In Vietnam, TikTok is a force to be reckoned with

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Thu Huong Le

Targeting 600 Billion Square Meters of Farmland, MCFLY Uses AI to Offer Disease & Pest Monitoring and Control

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

Alibaba and Tencent utilize troves of data to offer fresh lending.

China's mobile banks offer 1-second loan decisions in farmland

China&#8217;s mobile banks offer 1-second loan decisions in farmland

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Nikkei Asia

What revolutionizes mealtimes? Investigate alternative proteins, supply chain tracking, and delivery services fueling the future of food.

Food Tech

Shiok Meats has a mission to create delicious and healthy meats and seafood that is grown from cells.

Sandhya Sriram of Shiok Meats on introducing cell-based meat: Women in Tech

Why China’s next crop of ‘techpreneurs’ are skipping home and eyeing a fresh gold rush in new markets

How does learning transcend classrooms? Investigate online courses, adaptive learning tools, and global educational platforms.

Education

Education can help provide the young with the skills needed for a digital future.

Education for all: Early Stage

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