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Photo shows Sonavox’s booth at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show.

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

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The Chinese supplier is building acoustic systems that automakers are increasingly fitting into their latest vehicle models.

Sonavox makes a loud case for audio as part of the smart cabin stack

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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Huixing expects to give Mayer & Cie a new lease of life amid an industry hemmed in by Chinese rivals.

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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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In the coming years, the platform is expected to drain more than USD 51 million as Lotus takes on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

Leading Vietnamese internet company VCCorp launches its own social network Lotus

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Thu Huong Le

Ola, an Indian ride-hailing leader, offers car rentals, electric scooters, and food delivery, bridging mobility gaps across major cities.

India has announced a slew of waivers in its push to increase the ownership of electric vehicles.

Hyundai and Kia Motors to buy stake in India's Ola Electric

Hyundai and Kia Motors to buy stake in India&#8217;s Ola Electric

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Avanish Tiwary

How do we operate off Earth? Explore satellites, launch services, and research ventures pioneering new space economies.

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

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The company claims to be one of the most valuable startups in this sector.

China's private satellite maker GalaxySpace says its value reached USD 708 million after new funding round

China&#8217;s private satellite maker GalaxySpace says its value reached USD 708 million after new funding round

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

Electric Vehicles

Tencent’s proposal is part of its further expansion in other sectors.

Tencent makes acquisition proposal for Chinese car site Bitauto

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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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

A move that may affect rivals such as Alibaba and ByteDance.

Tencent integrates live streaming into WeChat's mini program platform to facilitate e-commerce

Tencent integrates live streaming into WeChat&#8217;s mini program platform to facilitate e-commerce

Jakarta wants to completely become a 'smart city' before 2025.

Tokopedia, Gojek, and Grab partner with Jakarta’s government to accelerate smart city development

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Khamila Mulia

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

Fintech

The second fine for Tencent's arm behind WeChat Pay.

China's banking authorities fine WeChat's operator Tenpay for violating payment regulations

China&#8217;s banking authorities fine WeChat&#8217;s operator Tenpay for violating payment regulations

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

Artificial Intelligence

Its companion robots are expected to be deployed in Qingdao's schools soon.

Chinese robot maker Evolver raises USD 71 million from a government fund, mulls IPO

Swiggy’s Indian delivery network offers food, groceries, and convenience items, catering to busy urban lifestyles.

Swiggy

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

Zomato

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Food Tech

Zomato, Dineout, and Eazydiner look to end boycott by 1,000 restaurants.

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China’s private satellite maker GalaxySpace says its value reached USD 708 million after new funding round

Tencent makes acquisition proposal for Chinese car site Bitauto

Tencent integrates live streaming into WeChat’s mini program platform to facilitate e-commerce

Tokopedia, Gojek, and Grab partner with Jakarta’s government to accelerate smart city development

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