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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

Mixue Bingcheng runs beverage shops, leveraging mobile ordering and social commerce to serve refreshing drinks and desserts.

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

Consumer Economy

Mixue’s large store in Guangzhou is part of its efforts to differentiate itself from competitors.

Mixue Bingcheng takes page from Labubu with Snow King merch

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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Nikkei Asia

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

WeRide

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

Autonomous Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

Its footprint now spans dozens of cities across 12 countries.

WeRide posts record quarterly revenue as robotaxi rollout gains pace

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

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IPO Zaozhidao

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

Electric Vehicles

Companies look to expand in Japan’s EV market, with local production under consideration.

Chinese automaker Chery to launch EV brand with Japan's Autobacs Seven

Chinese automaker Chery to launch EV brand with Japan&#8217;s Autobacs Seven

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

News | KrASIA

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

While India has extended the nationwide lockdown till May 3, it is allowing industries to resume operations in a phased manner.

Indian e-tailers might soon begin operations despite the lockdown

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

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Moulishree Srivastava

How does information move at light speed? Review 5G rollouts, fiber networks, and connectivity standards advancing global communication.

Telecommunications

The two companies will further cooperate in 5G network operations.

CHINA BRIEF| China Mobile to become second largest shareholder in AsiaInfo Technologies after investment of USD 129 million 

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Song Jingli

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

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

Artificial Intelligence

What drives digital education adoption? Analyze e-learning apps, AI-driven assessments, and tools enhancing student engagement.

Edtech

GSX and its employees are accused by VIPKid of stealing customer information to boost sales.

After being targeted by short-sellers, GSX Techedu taken to court for trade secrets theft

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

Entertainment

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

Gaming

Consumers worldwide spent USD 16.7 billion on gaming apps in Q1.

CHINA BRIEF | Revenues of Chinese mobile game providers hit record-high of USD 7 billion during Q1

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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Wency Chen

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

Fintech

Most remittances sent by individuals in the UAE are made by migrant workers from South Asia.

TransferWise expands to MENA, launches cross-border money transfer service in UAE

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MENAbytes

How are digital assets protected? Analyze threat detection, encryption standards, and cybersecurity solutions safeguarding data.

Cybersecurity

Two banks say data leaked on RaidForums is false, but a forum staff member says it’s already been sold “to many happy customers.”

Hackers claim to have leaked customer details from some of China's biggest banks

Hackers claim to have leaked customer details from some of China&#8217;s biggest banks

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

Venture Capital

UK-based Previse will expand its AI platform to reach suppliers across Europe and Asia.

Temasek-backed Reefknot Investments leads USD 11 million funding round for fintech firm Previse

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Thu Huong Le

Tokopedia, an Indonesian online marketplace, empowers entrepreneurs, brands, and SMEs to reach digital-savvy consumers.

Tokopedia

iPrice

Numbers are showing the increased demand for healthcare products, work-from-home equipment, and groceries.

How Indonesians shop in times of COVID-19

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Ursula Florene

The AI-powered makeup integration allows customers to try on cosmetic products virtually.

News

Indian e-tailers might soon begin operations despite the lockdown

CHINA BRIEF| China Mobile to become second largest shareholder in AsiaInfo Technologies after investment of USD 129 million

After being targeted by short-sellers, GSX Techedu taken to court for trade secrets theft

CHINA BRIEF | Revenues of Chinese mobile game providers hit record-high of USD 7 billion during Q1

TransferWise expands to MENA, launches cross-border money transfer service in UAE

Hackers claim to have leaked customer details from some of China’s biggest banks

Temasek-backed Reefknot Investments leads USD 11 million funding round for fintech firm Previse

How Indonesians shop in times of COVID-19

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