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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

Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

Pinduoduo

Temu, an emerging e-commerce marketplace, offers curated deals and value-focused shopping experiences for a global consumer base.

Temu

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

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

Logistics

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

Retail

Increased spending on supply chains and merchant support also weighed on its 2025 results.

Temu owner PDD misses estimates as margins come under pressure

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Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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T. K. Lin

Pop Mart, a Chinese company, designs and sells toys, figurines, and collectibles, primarily in a blind box format.

Heavy reliance on Labubu and “The Monsters” franchise weighed on investor sentiment after the latest report.

Pop Mart shares fall on concerns over limited IP diversification

Zhihu, a Q&amp;A platform in China, hosts in-depth discussions, expert insights, and user-generated knowledge on diverse topics.

Zhihu

The company leaned on cost reductions to deliver a full-year profit.

Zhihu achieves profit milestone in 2025 despite declining revenue

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Alibaba to invest USD 300 million in London-based luxury retailer

Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

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

JD.com

Alibaba joins JD.com and Tencent to become an investor in the London-based company.

KEY STAT | Alibaba to invest USD 300 million in luxury retailer Farfetch

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Julianna Wu

Bilibili, an online entertainment platform, features anime, gaming videos, live streams, and interactive communities appealing to younger audiences.

Bilibili

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

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Opinion

SN and JD.com's JDG had an "e-retailer derby" in the League of Legends tournament.

Suning's SN lost at LoL Worlds finals but keeps strong in 'Double 11' e-commerce competition

Suning&#8217;s SN lost at LoL Worlds finals but keeps strong in &#8216;Double 11&#8217; e-commerce competition

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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Yatsen has witnessed its sales increase 363.7% year-on-year or roughly 30 times the growth rate of the broader China beauty industry.

Perfect Diary owner files for US IPO to expand in world's fastest-growing beauty market

Perfect Diary owner files for US IPO to expand in world&#8217;s fastest-growing beauty market

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Song Jingli

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

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

Fintech

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

Fintech company brings credit to small businesses often shunned by banks.

How AI and vast data support Ant Group's financial empire

How AI and vast data support Ant Group&#8217;s financial empire

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Daily average active users of Honor of Kings, 2020: 100 million

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

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

Creative

The Tencent blockbuster mobile game is also the top-grossing title in the world.

KEY STAT | Honor of Kings sets new world record with 100 million daily average players

Kuaishou, best known for its short video platform, drives user-generated content, influencer marketing, and community engagement through shareable clips.

Kuaishou

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

Tencent, which has backed Kuaishou since 2017, will be a cornerstone investor in the IPO.

Alibaba and Jack Ma's YF Capital to join Kuaishou's upcoming Hong Kong IPO

Alibaba and Jack Ma&#8217;s YF Capital to join Kuaishou&#8217;s upcoming Hong Kong IPO

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

Investment

The company wants to increase efficiency and cut costs for real estate brokers and homebuyers.

Zhuge.com helps buyers find their dream home faster: Inside China’s Startups

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

This isn’t the first time Miniso’s products were found to have harmful elements.

Tencent-backed retailer Miniso sets up USD 15 million buyback fund for dangerous recalled products

China, Japan, and the US were the top three markets for player spending.

China

KEY STAT | Alibaba to invest USD 300 million in luxury retailer Farfetch

Suning’s SN lost at LoL Worlds finals but keeps strong in ‘Double 11’ e-commerce competition

Perfect Diary owner files for US IPO to expand in world’s fastest-growing beauty market

How AI and vast data support Ant Group’s financial empire

KEY STAT | Honor of Kings sets new world record with 100 million daily average players

Alibaba and Jack Ma’s YF Capital to join Kuaishou’s upcoming Hong Kong IPO

Zhuge.com helps buyers find their dream home faster: Inside China’s Startups

Tencent-backed retailer Miniso sets up USD 15 million buyback fund for dangerous recalled products

Genshin Impact rakes in USD 250 million in its first month, outpacing Honor of Kings and PUBG Mobile

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