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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

DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

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

East Asia

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

Deep Tech

What hovers over new frontiers? Explore drone logistics, aerial data collection, and surveillance tools shaping multiple industries.

Drones

With greater payload capacity, enhanced safety systems, and redesigned winches, the FC100 is built for jobs that demand more.

Meet the FlyCart 100: DJI’s new drone built for rugged missions

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

KrASIA

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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Anta, a Chinese sportswear brand, specializes in performance-driven design, equipping athletes and consumers with innovative sports apparel and footwear.

Anta

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

Under new leadership and a revamped retail approach, Maia Active is narrowing its focus, trimming SKUs, and aiming to become China’s Lululemon alternative.

Maia Active finds second wind with Anta’s backing and a yoga-first strategy

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

Energy

The legislation would strip away tax credits, making investors think twice.

Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" threatens to pull plug on China solar players

Trump&#8217;s &#8220;Big Beautiful Bill&#8221; threatens to pull plug on China solar players

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

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

News | KrASIA

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

Southeast Asia

74% of Myanmar's adult population does not own a bank account, reflecting massive potential in the market.

Myanmar's first interbank payment app partners with Alibaba-backed TrueMoney

Myanmar&#8217;s first interbank payment app partners with Alibaba-backed TrueMoney

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Stephanie Li

Byju’s, a former edtech unicorn, merges video lessons, quizzes, and personalized learning paths to help students excel academically.

Byju's

What drives digital education adoption? Analyze e-learning apps, AI-driven assessments, and tools enhancing student engagement.

Edtech

To date, Byju's has raised over USD 1.3 billion from global high-profile investors such as Tencent, Sequoia Capital, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Bond, among others.

Indian edtech decacorn Byju's raises USD 122 million from DST Global

Indian edtech decacorn Byju&#8217;s raises USD 122 million from DST Global

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

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Moulishree Srivastava

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

Shenzhen follows Hong Kong and Shanghai in allowing tech companies to implement a dual-share structure.

New rules: Registered technology companies in Shenzhen can implement dual-class shares

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Gozde Celik

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

Amazon

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

E-commerce

Amazon has invested USD 6.5 billion in its India business as of now.

Amazon India faces new anti-competition charge

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Avanish Tiwary

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

Huawei

Oppo, a Chinese smartphone producer, emphasizes advanced camera features, sleek designs, and immersive audiovisual experiences.

Oppo

Samsung, a South Korean electronics giant, offers smartphones, smart TVs, home appliances, and semiconductors driving novel consumer experiences.

Samsung

South Korea’s tech ecosystem features top electronics firms, world-class mobile technology, and platforms advancing global digital culture.

South Korea

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

Oppo, the world's fifth largest smartphone vendor, has seen sales drop 15.9% year-on-year in the second quarter to 28 million. 

CHINA BRIEF | Oppo partners with Mexican telecom giant América Móvil, expanding in Latin America

Wency Chen is a reporter KrASIA based in Beijing, covering tech innovations in&amp;beyond the Greater China Area. Previously, she studied at Columbia Journalism School and reported on art exhibits, New York public school systems, LGBTQ+ rights, and Asian immigrants. She is also an enthusiastic reader, a diehard fan of indie rock and spicy hot pot, as well as a to-be filmmaker (Let’s see). Follow her on Twitter: @ChenWQ45 Tips go to: wency@kr-asia.com

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Wency Chen

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

Hardware

With 100 million users, Singapore company hopes to set up digital banking business.

Gaming demand pushes Razer's revenue up 25%

Gaming demand pushes Razer&#8217;s revenue up 25%

Bilibili 2020 Q2 total revenue, USD 380 million

Bilibili, an online entertainment platform, features anime, gaming videos, live streams, and interactive communities appealing to younger audiences.

Bilibili

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

The Youtube of China gained nearly 60% user increase in the quarter past.

KEY STAT | Bilibili reports better-than-expected Q2 2020 earnings

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Julianna Wu

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

Short Video

General manager Vanessa Pappas will become TikTok's new interim head.

TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer quits amid escalating tensions in the US

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

AISpeech counts nearly 8,000 clients, including smartphone maker Xiaomi, logistics company SF, and Alibaba.

CHINA BRIEF | Alibaba-backed AISpeech closes pre-IPO round

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News

Myanmar’s first interbank payment app partners with Alibaba-backed TrueMoney

Indian edtech decacorn Byju’s raises USD 122 million from DST Global

New rules: Registered technology companies in Shenzhen can implement dual-class shares

Amazon India faces new anti-competition charge

CHINA BRIEF | Oppo partners with Mexican telecom giant América Móvil, expanding in Latin America

Gaming demand pushes Razer’s revenue up 25%

KEY STAT | Bilibili reports better-than-expected Q2 2020 earnings

TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer quits amid escalating tensions in the US

CHINA BRIEF | Alibaba-backed AISpeech closes pre-IPO round

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