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

China

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

East Asia

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

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

Consumer Economy

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

Sharing the stage with century-old icons marks a new milestone for Pop Mart.

After appearing at Macy’s parade, how far can Pop Mart go in the US?

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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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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

As globalization fractures, Hau Leung Lee argues that sustainability and regional resilience should replace efficiency as trade’s guiding principles.

The world’s supply chains are splitting, but this expert says that may not be a bad thing

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The tropical southern island becomes a testing ground for Xi's liberalization ambitions amid tariff turmoil.

China chases economic rally with giant Hainan free trade port

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

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

Middle East

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

Fintech firm Behalf raises USD 100 million to expand B2B 'buy now, pay later' feature. Its solutions provide B2B merchants with consumer-focused offerings.

Fintech firm Behalf raises USD 100 million to expand B2B 'buy now, pay later' feature

Fintech firm Behalf raises USD 100 million to expand B2B &#8216;buy now, pay later&#8217; feature

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

India

Oyo, an Indian hospitality platform, aggregates affordable accommodations, bringing travelers budget hotels and homestays under one brand.

How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

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

Oyo's valuation had dropped to USD 8 billion in mid-2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic, from USD 10 billion in November 2019.

Microsoft may invest in SoftBank-backed Oyo at USD 9 billion valuation: Report

I cover Indian tech, startup, venture capital ecosystems for KrASIA.

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

E-commerce

How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

CCI has been quite active in investigating internet companies that are allegedly exploiting their dominant position in the market.

Competition Commission of India to tighten its grip on digital companies

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Avanish Tiwary

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Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

SoftBank is a global tech investor fueling startups, telecommunications ventures, and AI-driven innovations across international markets.

SoftBank

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

Private Equity

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

Venture Capital

SoftBank confronts renewed China risk as Didi backfires. Beijing's crackdown on US-listed tech stocks spells trouble in vital market.

SoftBank confronts renewed China risk as Didi backfires

Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

Enterprise Services

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

Live Streaming

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

Video call startup Baijiayun’s valuation hits RMB 3 billion following Series C financing from VMCapital. The firm wants to be the Chinese answer to Zoom.

Video call startup Baijiayun’s valuation hits RMB 3 billion following Series C financing from VMCapital

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

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

Cybersecurity

Riskified's share price soars on IPO day as it targets East and Southeast Asia in global expansion. It raised USD 367 million during its debut on the NYSE.

Riskified's share price soars on IPO day, firm targets Asia in global expansion

Riskified&#8217;s share price soars on IPO day, firm targets Asia in global expansion

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

Deep Tech

Cross-border SaaS provider Keyouyun bags exclusive angel investment from Hangzhou Raycloud/ It works with merchants on Shopee, Lazada, Amazon, and more.

Cross-border SaaS provider Keyouyun bags exclusive angel investment from Hangzhou Raycloud

How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

SoftBank leads USD 200 million investment round in fabless IoT startup Wiliot, which is expanding the internet of things to include everyday products.

SoftBank leads USD 200 million investment round in fabless IoT startup Wiliot

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

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

On-demand Services

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

Ride-sharing startup Swvl is going public via SPAC at a valuation of USD 1.5 billion. The Cairo-born startup has raised over USD 100 million to date.

Ride-sharing startup Swvl is going public via SPAC at a valuation of USD 1.5 billion

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