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

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CEO He Xiaopeng said a leap from Level 2 to Level 4 autonomy is feasible.

Xpeng reframes autonomous driving as AI deployment in the physical world

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JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

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Consumer Economy

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Heavy investment in emerging segments weighs on the group’s profitability.

JD.com beats Q4 revenue estimates, but new businesses deepen losses

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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The battle for market share heats up as demand slumps on reduced incentives.

Tesla, Hyundai, Nissan offer cheaper EVs as China price war goes global

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

With profits elusive and over 90% of its revenue coming from a single client, Seyond is turning to a public listing to stay competitive.

LiDAR maker Seyond pursues SPAC listing after losing ground to rivals

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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The AI-driven underwriting firm seeks capital to ease liquidity pressure and convince investors of a viable path to profitability.

ZhongAn’s Nova Insight files for Hong Kong IPO amid mounting losses

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Nvidia develops GPUs for gaming, AI, and data centers, fueling graphics, machine learning, and compute-intensive workloads.

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The initiative may build on Cosmos, Nvidia’s world foundation model.

Nvidia is reportedly planning a robotaxi project to challenge Tesla, Waymo

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With pared-down versions of the Model 3 and Model Y, Tesla is testing lower prices in markets where rivals such as BYD and Xiaomi are closing in.

Tesla unveils new budget cars to take aim at China’s EV challengers

Pop Mart, a Chinese company, designs and sells toys, figurines, and collectibles, primarily in a blind box format.

Surging gold prices are testing traditional jewelers’ pricing power while fueling new experiments in China’s gold market.

As gold prices soar, Pop Mart and Laopu Gold take opposite bets on sparkle

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Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Tim Draper invests in Ryder, Verta raises seed funding, Xendit acquires Payex, and more

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How are electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft transforming aviation and urban mobility? Explore how air taxis could redefine travel.

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The company’s rebrand accompanies new orders that lift its global backlog to more than 7,000 aircraft units.

Xpeng AeroHT rebrands as Aridge, completes first manned eVTOL flight in Dubai

The pivot toward Indonesia and the Middle East comes as European demand cools.