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CHENG Zi is based in China, covering technology and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Cheng Zi

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

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

Xpeng Motors

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

Deep Tech

Embodied Intelligence

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

Elastomer “muscles” and a bionic spine made the robot so lifelike that it’s forcing a rethink of how closely machines can mimic humans.

Was there a person inside Xpeng’s robot? CEO debunks rumors onstage to viral disbelief

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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36Kr English

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iFlytek drives voice recognition and natural language processing AI, enhancing smart assistants, language learning, and enterprise solutions.

iFlytek

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Creative

Who thrives in a digitally democratized landscape? Discover how independent creators, influencers, and educators monetize content and expertise.

Creator Economy

The Chinese AI firm sees a synergy between AI and IP innovation.

iFlytek enters IP market with Aipy Studio, betting on AI to fuel its boom

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

News | KrASIA

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

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

Education

According to a Venture Intelligence report, edtech startups raised USD 795 million in the first half of 2020.

Byju's acquires coding tutoring startup WhiteHat Jr for USD 300 million

Byju&#8217;s acquires coding tutoring startup WhiteHat Jr for USD 300 million

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Avanish Tiwary

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

Electric Vehicles

CATL

Mercedes

The German luxury car maker plans to launch its electric luxury sedan next year.

Mercedes-Benz partners with CATL to supply batteries for electric models

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Gozde Celik

Apple designs iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers, coupling sleek hardware with robust software ecosystems and service offerings.

Apple

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

Enterprise Services

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

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

Venture Capital

Yungongchang, which was founded in 2015, is a SaaS provider that helps companies find mechanical and electronic parts directly from factories.

CHINA BRIEF | Foxconn-backed B2B procurement platform closes USD 14.4 million Series B

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Song Jingli

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

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

Gaming

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

Video

Combining platforms would strengthen two US-listed companies amid economic downturn.

Tencent pushes USD 10 billion merger of game-streaming units

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

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

Short Video

Likee accumulated more new installs in the US over the past six months than TikTok’s US rivals, says Apptopia.

The top contender for TikTok’s spot in the US could be Chinese-owned app Likee

Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

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

Food Delivery

cloud kitchen

deliveroo

Delivery

ghost kitchen

shared kitchen

Delivery firms and ride-hailing startups are major players in Southeast Asia’s cloud kitchen market.

Singapore's food delivery and cloud kitchen market remains dynamic, competition watchdog says

Singapore&#8217;s food delivery and cloud kitchen market remains dynamic, competition watchdog says

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Yin Lin Tan

How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

Blockchain

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

Middle East

Saudi Arabia

Startupbootcamp, which already operates Dubai’s Smart City Accelerator and Qatar’s SportTech Accelerator, establishes headquarters in Dubai.

Tunisia legalizes crowdfunding, Beehive expands to Saudi Arabia, and funding news | The Middle East Weekly Roundup

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Qadisha Group

Research

Singapore

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance will offer a master’s program and train PhDs with a background in digital finance.

NUS to launch research institute, "Fincubator" to groom next generation of fintech leaders

NUS to launch research institute, &#8220;Fincubator&#8221; to groom next generation of fintech leaders

Tiger Global, a US-based venture firm, backs internet and software businesses scaling across multiple regions.

Tiger Global

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

Investment

Edtech has emerged as one of the most sought after sectors by global as well as local venture capital firms.

Byju's to raise USD 400 million from DST Global

Byju&#8217;s to raise USD 400 million from DST Global

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

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News

Byju’s acquires coding tutoring startup WhiteHat Jr for USD 300 million

Mercedes-Benz partners with CATL to supply batteries for electric models

CHINA BRIEF | Foxconn-backed B2B procurement platform closes USD 14.4 million Series B

Tencent pushes USD 10 billion merger of game-streaming units

The top contender for TikTok’s spot in the US could be Chinese-owned app Likee

Singapore’s food delivery and cloud kitchen market remains dynamic, competition watchdog says

Tunisia legalizes crowdfunding, Beehive expands to Saudi Arabia, and funding news | The Middle East Weekly Roundup

NUS to launch research institute, “Fincubator” to groom next generation of fintech leaders

Byju’s to raise USD 400 million from DST Global

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