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With budgets tightening, Chinese smart hardware brands see an opening in Europe—but winning over consumers may take more than just low prices.

As Europe trades down, can Chinese smart hardware win over consumers? | KrASIA

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As Europe trades down, can Chinese smart hardware win over consumers?

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36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

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

Deals in brief: Wavemaker Impact launches Zentide, Arus Oil and Bumame secure funding, Kredivo acquires GajiGesa, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Wavemaker Impact launches Zentide, Arus Oil and Bumame secure funding, Kredivo acquires GajiGesa, and more

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Market penetration takes center stage after previous pop culture waves.

South Korean food and cosmetics drive Japan's latest K-boom | KrASIA

South Korean food and cosmetics drive Japan&#8217;s latest K-boom

As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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The choice to design and shape solutions that could improve our service experiences for humanity is ours.

Now, more than ever, is the time to become truly human-centric and digital | KrASIA

Now, more than ever, is the time to become truly human-centric and digital

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Meta oversees social networks (like Facebook and Instagram), messaging apps, VR platforms, and digital ads, connecting billions across continents.

Reliance

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

Facebook bought a 9.99% stake in Reliance's Jio Platforms for USD 5.7 billion.

Is it really WhatsApp’s WeChat moment in India right now? | KrASIA

Is it really WhatsApp’s WeChat moment in India right now?

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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.

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

E-commerce

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

Hardware

The firm distributes smartphones and personal computers of companies including Apple and Huawei.

CHINA BRIEF| Alibaba invests USD 57.5 million to gain 6% stake in consumer tech distributor Aisidi | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF| Alibaba invests USD 57.5 million to gain 6% stake in consumer tech distributor Aisidi

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Song Jingli

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

JD.com

What drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

This investment also marks JD.com's foray into the tourism industry, which is being hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.

CHINA BRIEF | JD.com invests USD 63.5 million to gain 7.4% stake in tourism company Caissa | KrASIA

CHINA BRIEF | JD.com invests USD 63.5 million to gain 7.4% stake in tourism company Caissa

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Alibaba rode out of the SARS crisis in 2003 and thrived afterward. Its then president attributed the survival to a few simple creeds: do not give up, do not die, and take care of your customers.

Turning around a business during SARS outbreak: lessons from Alibaba | KrASIA

Turning around a business during SARS outbreak: lessons from Alibaba

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Hans Tung

As celebrates its 55th year of independence, those that were alive to see the nation born should look forward to a long and active retirement

As Singapore sees more seniors, startups can step up | KrASIA

As Singapore sees more seniors, startups can step up

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Tech in Asia

Online earnings calls replace face-to-face meets, allowing some to dodge media.

Opinion| Full disclosure by Chinese companies tested by coronavirus crisis | KrASIA

Opinion| Full disclosure by Chinese companies tested by coronavirus crisis

Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

Google

Microsoft develops Windows, Office, and Azure cloud platforms, enabling productivity, collaboration, and scalable computing worldwide.

Microsoft

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

Tencent

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

Edtech

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

Education

Edtech and medtech have reached maturity and will change how we operate.

Opinion | Teaching technology stands to be rare winner from coronavirus | KrASIA

Opinion | Teaching technology stands to be rare winner from coronavirus

Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

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

Grab

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

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

On-demand Services

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

Transportation

Started as ride-hailers, superapps will need different routes to sustainability.