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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

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

Grab

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Southeast Asia

WeRide refines autonomous vehicle software, deploying AI-driven solutions that improve road safety, efficiency, and future-ready mobility.

WeRide

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.

Venture Capital

Central Asia

Hong Kong

Indonesia

Middle East

Saudi Arabia

Singapore

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

Deals in brief: WeRide secures Grab’s backing for robotaxis, Foxconn invests in Robocore, seven China deals, and more

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While low taxes are a major draw, compliance risks and less known requirements can turn early gains into long-term liabilities.

For Chinese firms, the UAE’s business-friendly image comes with caveats

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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The edtech firm’s latest report explores how tech can drive outcomes across Indonesia’s education ecosystem.

Cakap deepens roots in education by addressing early learning gaps, releases “Impact Report 2024”

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

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

Entertainment

The two companies will start all-around strategic cooperation.

CHINA BRIEF | Celebrity management agency Mountain Top closes USD 25.8 million Series B round led by ByteDance

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Song Jingli

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

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

Artificial Intelligence

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

Education

The company offers online classes to preschool children.

CHINA BRIEF | London-based English instruction startup Lingumi raises USD 5.1 million from Alibaba Cloud ex-chief scientist's VC fund

CHINA BRIEF | London-based English instruction startup Lingumi raises USD 5.1 million from Alibaba Cloud ex-chief scientist&#8217;s VC fund

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

Pinduoduo

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

Revenues up 91% year-on-year but miss market predictions by USD 40 million.

CHINA BRIEF | Pinduoduo posts mixed Q4 earnings, fails to surpass JD.com's GMV

CHINA BRIEF | Pinduoduo posts mixed Q4 earnings, fails to surpass JD.com&#8217;s GMV

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

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

Each needs to contribute RMB 533 million to the company's registered capital.

Didi, Legend Holdings each gain 32% stake in Hyundai's Chinese insurance business

Didi, Legend Holdings each gain 32% stake in Hyundai&#8217;s Chinese insurance business

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

The new platform will debut as soon as this month amid the spate of recently released office and productivity tools.

ByteDance to boost its office collaboration app portfolio with Google Docs-like platform

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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The American retailer has asked Myntra to slash discounts by 13-14% and close small warehouses that do not meet standards.

Walmart to fashion e-tailer Myntra: Control your expenses

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

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How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

Neolix has booked orders for nearly 300 autonomous vehicles since the beginning of 2020.

CHINA BRIEF | Self-driving startup Neolix secures RMB 200 million in Series A+ led by EV maker Lixiang

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

Gaming

ByteDance, the world’s most valuable start-up, is taking a measured approach to build up its video game credentials in major markets.

TikTok owner ByteDance scores video game hit in Japan, sharpening rivalry with Tencent

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SCMP

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

On-demand Services

The firm says it can deliver everything from groceries, beverages, medicines, and even flowers.

News

CHINA BRIEF | Celebrity management agency Mountain Top closes USD 25.8 million Series B round led by ByteDance

CHINA BRIEF | London-based English instruction startup Lingumi raises USD 5.1 million from Alibaba Cloud ex-chief scientist’s VC fund

CHINA BRIEF | Pinduoduo posts mixed Q4 earnings, fails to surpass JD.com’s GMV

Didi, Legend Holdings each gain 32% stake in Hyundai’s Chinese insurance business