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A new model of state capital is taking root in China—one that’s redefining how venture capital works, from funding mechanics to policy alignment.

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The guidelines aim to reduce the likelihood of scandals and help firms prepare for exits.

Southeast Asian VCs move to set startup governance standards

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Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

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Oppo, a Chinese smartphone producer, emphasizes advanced camera features, sleek designs, and immersive audiovisual experiences.

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

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

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China's smartphone makers are betting on large-scale adoption of 5G for a rebound.

Chinese cellphone shipments slump nearly 40% in January

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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Hotpot and hiking with Huawei chairman Guo Ping. Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Towson.

As the company's fifth employee in the 1980s, Guo has seen Huawei go from tiny venture to international juggernaut.

Hotpot and hiking with Huawei rotating chairman Guo Ping (Part 1 of 2)

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By January 2019, the company got 30 5G contracts.

CHINA BRIEF | Huawei wins 91 commercial 5G contracts, triple over previous year

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Huawei’s developer's event last year attracted more than 5,000 people globally.

Huawei postpones developer conference amid coronavirus, in setback as it seeks to build app ecosystem

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South Korea’s tech ecosystem features top electronics firms, world-class mobile technology, and platforms advancing global digital culture.

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Oppo might join Apple, Samsung, and Huawei as the only smartphone makers with their own system on a chip technology.

Exclusive | Oppo reveals plans to develop proprietary mobile chipset

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Huawei has already established exploratory teams and contacted factories nationwide.

Huawei to enter display market in second quarter of 2020

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

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Other companies, such as Vivo, ZTE, Amazon, and Sony, have confirmed their withdrawal.

Huawei, Oppo, and Xiaomi to attend Mobile World Congress despite coronavirus threat

Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo are teaming up on a new platform for international app developers, but Huawei’s involvement is a mystery.

A unified app store from China to challenge Google? Not so fast

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

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

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

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

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Internet companies have launched work-from-home policy to mitigate impact, with mixed results.