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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.

East Asia

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

Xpeng Motors

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

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eVTOL Aircraft

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The funding will support the Xpeng subsidiary in scaling production of its modular eVTOL vehicle.

Xpeng-backed Aridge raises funding to advance modular flying car production

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

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After a viral OpenClaw installation event, Tencent is expanding more aggressively into a suite of AI agent tools.

Tencent gets bolder with agentic AI as OpenClaw sparks hype and competition

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Israel's tech exits drop to USD 5.8 billion in H1 2020, lowest in six years

Israel&#8217;s tech exits drop to USD 5.8 billion in H1 2020, lowest in six years

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

Oppo

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The company claims its 125W charging system is the most advanced in the industry.

Oppo releases "fastest" wireless flash charger

Oppo releases &#8220;fastest&#8221; wireless flash charger

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Genki Forest has been on the rise thanks to its “zero sugar”, “zero fat”, and “low calories” ready-to-drink products that include fruit-flavored tea, milk tea, and sparkling water.

Beverage brand Genki Forest is raising fresh capital with a post-round valuation of USD 2 billion: Report

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UK tech company to offload IoT business as parent looks to raise cash.

SoftBank pushes Arm to focus on chips ahead of possible IPO

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Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

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

Uinnova develops visualization software to facilitate IT and IoT system maintenance.

CHINA BRIEF | Jack Ma-backed software company Uinnova closes USD 25.6 million Series B+ round

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What drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

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Skyscanner will consolidate operations in the UK and reduce its presence in Singapore and Miami.

Trip.com's Skyscanner plans to cut 20% of its workforce: Report

Trip.com&#8217;s Skyscanner plans to cut 20% of its workforce: Report

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

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The Korea Communications Commission said TikTok collected personal information of users under the age of 14 without parental consent.

TikTok slapped with fine in South Korea over mishandled user data

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South China Morning Post

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

The situation is unclear, but some think a complete ban of the app is unlikely.

WeChat users in the US say a potential ban of the app would cut them off from friends and family in China

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Israel’s tech exits drop to USD 5.8 billion in H1 2020, lowest in six years

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