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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

SenseTime’s AI solutions power facial recognition, image processing, and autonomous driving, serving governments, enterprises, and research institutes.

SenseTime

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Deep Tech

Investors seeking founders with both technical depth and market awareness see SenseTime’s alumni network as a consistent source of AI talent.

After DJI, SenseTime alumni emerge as a new draw for investors

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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

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

Consumer Economy

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

A teardown shows a sharp rise in domestic components following US export restrictions.

Huawei boosts ratio of Chinese parts in new smartphones to 60%

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

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

Hong Kong

Office acquisitions by mainland tech firms point to a changing balance in Hong Kong’s property market.

JD.com buys into CCB Tower as mainland capital reshapes Hong Kong’s skyline

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

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Alibaba Group Holding's popular smart speaker, Tmall Genie. Courtesy of Alibaba via South China Morning Post.

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

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

Hardware

Despite a sharp drop in first-quarter sales because of the coronavirus pandemic, smart speaker shipments in China are projected to grow 9.8% in 2020.

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba to invest USD 1.4 billion to build ecosystem around its Tmall Genie smart speaker

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South China Morning Post

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

Venture Capital

AngelList also launched a new micro fund to invest in early-stage companies in India.

The UAE-based ADQ launches a USD 300 million fund for early-stage startups in India and Southeast Asia

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

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Moulishree Srivastava

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

Entertainment

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

Live Streaming

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

Short Video

Among JOYY's 520.1 million mobile monthly active users, 77% are from overseas markets.

CHINA BRIEF | JOYY's Q1 revenues up 49.6% YoY but net income declines

CHINA BRIEF | JOYY&#8217;s Q1 revenues up 49.6% YoY but net income declines

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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Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

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

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

SoftBank

The firm's value has risen more than a third within two years.

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance's market capitalization hits between USD 100 billion and USD 140 billion

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance&#8217;s market capitalization hits between USD 100 billion and USD 140 billion

What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

Medtech

Popular 80-million user social media platform to also offer payment service.

Japan's Line to launch telemedicine app on rising pandemic demand

Japan&#8217;s Line to launch telemedicine app on rising pandemic demand

The disposal of ByteDance's stock will represent a gain of investment of around USD 66 million.

CHINA BRIEF | Cheetah Mobile's stocks soar 47% after announcing special cash dividend and disposal of equity ownership in ByteDance

CHINA BRIEF | Cheetah Mobile&#8217;s stocks soar 47% after announcing special cash dividend and disposal of equity ownership in ByteDance

The agreement with the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank provides opportunities in the Middle East and Africa.

Malaysia's Aerodyne seals MoU to promote drone tech in 57 countries

Malaysia&#8217;s Aerodyne seals MoU to promote drone tech in 57 countries

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Ursula Florene

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

On-demand Services

The layoff plan will affect about 500 employees in charge of research and development.

Exclusive | Luckin Coffee to lay off half of headquarters staff following fraud scandal

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Song Jingli

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

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

Xiaomi beats analyst expectations in Q1 on the back of strong international sales. However, with COVID-19 now hampering economies worldwide, the growth may not last.

Overseas growth carries Xiaomi through China's COVID-19 outbreak

Overseas growth carries Xiaomi through China&#8217;s COVID-19 outbreak

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News

Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba to invest USD 1.4 billion to build ecosystem around its Tmall Genie smart speaker

The UAE-based ADQ launches a USD 300 million fund for early-stage startups in India and Southeast Asia

CHINA BRIEF | JOYY’s Q1 revenues up 49.6% YoY but net income declines

CHINA BRIEF | ByteDance’s market capitalization hits between USD 100 billion and USD 140 billion

Japan’s Line to launch telemedicine app on rising pandemic demand

CHINA BRIEF | Cheetah Mobile’s stocks soar 47% after announcing special cash dividend and disposal of equity ownership in ByteDance

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