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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

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

China

It could become the first public AI company to emerge from the Chinese Academy of Sciences ecosystem.

WengAI targets Hong Kong IPO after confidential filing

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IPO Zaozhidao is a Chinese media outlet that provides timely coverage of IPO developments and related market signals.

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IPO Zaozhidao

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Dreame

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

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

Consumer Economy

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

Retail

The Dreame-backed brand joins a growing field aiming to turn beds into systems for sleep support.

With AI, can Stareep make smart beds stick in China this time?

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

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

Investment

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Southeast Asia

The latest five-year plan seeks to expand the local capital market and encourage listings by large private firms.

Malaysia launches push to encourage local investors to buy stocks

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

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

Business unit Tencent Cloud is offering an ‘anti-Covid-19 service package’ to businesses, medical institutions, and governments worldwide.

Tencent launches package of cloud services in global fight against coronavirus pandemic

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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

"In Israel, we see wastewater as a product.”

Israeli firm uses IoT to halt looming COVID-19 wastewater crisis

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

Zhang became the chairman of ByteDance’s China business in March.

CHINA BRIEF | Chairman of ByteDance’s China business Zhang Lidong steps down as legal representative of Musical.ly

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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.

Blinkit (formerly Grofers) focuses on instant grocery delivery, bringing everyday essentials directly to Indian households.

Blinkit

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

SoftBank

Zomato, an Indian food delivery platform, lets customers discover eateries, order meals, and explore culinary experiences.

Zomato

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

Grocery Delivery

SoftBank Vision Fund (SVF) might invest anywhere between USD 100-200 million in the merged entity.

Indian food delivery giant Zomato might acquire SoftBank-backed e-grocer Grofers

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Avanish Tiwary

How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

Social Impact

Allegations against a ZTE executive, which have been circulating in China, center around the alleged abuse of his foster daughter.

As sexual assault case sparks debate in China, Q&A platform Zhihu cuts adoption-related content

As sexual assault case sparks debate in China, Q&#038;A platform Zhihu cuts adoption-related content

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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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

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

Venture Capital

Kargo employees will be seeding a USD 1 million logistics relief fund for truckers moving essential supplies.

Indonesian logistics startup Kargo bags USD 31 million, sets up COVID-19 relief fund

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Tech in Asia

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

JD.com

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.

Fintech

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

Food Delivery

The app also has a local service function.

Amid university shutdowns, JD Digits forges ahead with campus-focused social app

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Song Jingli

The platform is already working with more than one thousand mosques, Islamic charitable institutions, boarding schools, and merchants.

LinkAja taps into the Islamic economy through first shariah-compliant mobile wallet

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Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

Few players remain in China’s highly competitive bike-sharing market.