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CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

CATL

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

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

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

CATL’s Freevoy reimagines the EV powertrain from the cell up, fusing chemistries and software in a format built for range, cold, or speed.

CATL’s new EV battery doesn’t settle for one chemistry, and it doesn’t want you to either | KrASIA

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CATL’s new EV battery doesn’t settle for one chemistry, and it doesn’t want you to either

Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

KrASIA

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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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What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Services

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

Latin America

As cross-border ambitions grow, Chinese firms in Mexico must navigate a patchwork of challenges—from lost freight to language barriers.

In Mexico, China’s e-commerce giants hit both stride and snags | KrASIA

In Mexico, China’s e-commerce giants hit both stride and snags

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

ByteDance

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

Creative

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

Gaming

A spin-off could follow, but for now, ByteDance is trading moonshots for methodical growth—and Moonton may come out on top.

ByteDance plots new game plan with rumored Nuverse-Moonton merger | KrASIA

ByteDance plots new game plan with rumored Nuverse-Moonton merger

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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.

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

Merger &amp; Acquisition

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.

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

Deals in brief: Singapore-based Aprisium secures Series A funding, OneVentures launches seventh fund, Alibaba and Tencent invest in Moonshot AI, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Singapore-based Aprisium secures Series A funding, OneVentures launches seventh fund, Alibaba and Tencent invest in Moonshot AI, and more

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KrASIA Writers

Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

Pinduoduo

Temu, an emerging e-commerce marketplace, offers curated deals and value-focused shopping experiences for a global consumer base.

Temu

Thailand

After entering its third Southeast Asian market, Temu is slowing its regional advance.

Temu expands into Thailand, takes cautious approach to Southeast Asia | KrASIA

Temu expands into Thailand, takes cautious approach to Southeast Asia

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Indonesia

Deals in brief: Djoin secures seed funding from 500 Global, Vertex Ventures invests in South Korea’s Norma, five China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Djoin secures seed funding from 500 Global, Vertex Ventures invests in South Korea’s Norma, five China deals, and more

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

Retail

The key sector is prioritizing sustainable sales growth.

For China's e-commerce platforms, low prices are no longer enough | KrASIA

For China&#8217;s e-commerce platforms, low prices are no longer enough

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

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Photo of Ami Sugiyama (left) and Shusaku Hayakawa, co-founders of Secai Marche.

Deals in brief: Secai Marche raises USD 2.1 million, EDBI and Seeds Capital form SG Growth Capital, seven China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Secai Marche raises USD 2.1 million, EDBI and Seeds Capital form SG Growth Capital, seven China deals, and more

Malaysia

The Laos-China railway has become a key gateway for Thai and Malaysian exports.

Thailand's new rail links carry hope for expanded Chinese trade | KrASIA

Thailand&#8217;s new rail links carry hope for expanded Chinese trade

Deals in brief: Thailand’s APX Solutions snags fresh funding, MUFG invests in USD 393 million in Mynt, Canva acquires Leonardo AI, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Thailand’s APX Solutions snags fresh funding, MUFG invests in USD 393 million in Mynt, Canva acquires Leonardo AI, and more

Deals in brief: Slice snags USD 17.5 million, Dubai-based National Pulse invests in Aleta Planet, Japan’s Otsuka Pharma to acquire Jnana Therapeutics, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Slice snags USD 17.5 million, Dubai-based National Pulse invests in Aleta Planet, Japan’s Otsuka Pharma to acquire Jnana Therapeutics, and more