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

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Mainland issuers and policy tailwinds helped HKEX eclipse Nasdaq and NYSE for the first time in years.

Hong Kong’s IPO market roars back to life, leading the world in 2025 listings

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BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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

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

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Leapmotor and Xiaomi aim to close in on market leader BYD.

China new car sales shows competition stiffening at the top

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

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

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The new space curates early-stage hardware projects to reach audiences beyond the screen.

Kickstarter makes China debut with Inno100’s flagship store in Shenzhen

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Once valued at more than USD 1 billion, the GWM-backed startup has ground to a halt, leaving staff in limbo.

Haomo.ai halts operations as employees told not to report to work

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Among the updates is the RDK S600, a platform built to support edge deployment of large models on robots.

D-Robotics unveils upgrades to tighten the loop between cloud and edge robotics

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How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

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

Hardware

All eyes are on whether the industry leader can fend off rising challengers like DJI-backed Elegoo.

Bambu Lab nears USD 100 billion valuation as Tencent eyes new investment

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

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In Varsapura, familiar mechanics meet a darker and more grounded world.

What we know so far about Varsapura, Hoyoverse’s next game

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

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How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

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The Disney sequel is the latest litmus test of whether imported films can halt their decline in China.

Zootopia 2 lands in China as Hollywood’s biggest test of the year

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The Thai market serves as a litmus test for the success of new characters.

Chinese brands try out toys in Thailand to find next Labubu

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The personal care brand plans to open 300 stores to build a retail network around its expanding product lineup.

Laifen turns to offline retail to anchor its next phase of growth

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Young consumers in Latin America's top market see China as more innovative than the US.