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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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Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

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The funding will support the Xpeng subsidiary in scaling production of its modular eVTOL vehicle.

Xpeng-backed Aridge raises funding to advance modular flying car production

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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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After a viral OpenClaw installation event, Tencent is expanding more aggressively into a suite of AI agent tools.

Tencent gets bolder with agentic AI as OpenClaw sparks hype and competition

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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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Lenovo supplies laptops, PCs, smartphones, and data center solutions, supporting business productivity and personal computing across markets.

Lenovo

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Transsion

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The annual Barcelona event offered a glimpse of the latest emerging technologies.

AI glasses, concept phones, and other technologies that stood out at MWC 2026

The company hopes its EV success will improve its image, which has been defined by its focus on low prices.

China's Xiaomi starts in-house appliance production in push for quality

China&#8217;s Xiaomi starts in-house appliance production in push for quality

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Photo of the YU7 electric vehicle, on display at a Xiaomi car showroom.

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

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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

Geely, a Chinese automaker, integrates advanced engineering, EV tech, and international brand acquisitions to expand its global footprint.

Li Auto develops electric vehicles that combine smart cockpit systems, advanced safety features, and long-distance battery support.

Lynk &amp; Co, a mobility brand, offers connected cars and flexible ownership options, blending digital innovation with urban commuting needs.

Lynk &amp; Co

Zeekr crafts premium electric vehicles with smart connectivity, performance enhancements, and sleek luxury appeal for modern drivers.

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Xiaomi's EV segment turns its first profit, but Chinese industry shares sink amid a hazy outlook.

BYD, Xpeng, and rivals race to shore up growth as investors turn skeptical

Once the dominant name in China’s AC market, Gree is feeling pressure as rivals like Xiaomi close the gap.

Gree’s earnings cool while Xiaomi heats up China’s air conditioner race

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A new department reporting to CEO Lei Jun will lead the development of Xiaomi’s next-generation EV platforms.

Xiaomi restructures, placing EV architecture planning directly under Lei Jun

Steady price hikes have moved Xiaomi from budget disruptor to high-end challenger, with its latest release positioned squarely against the iPhone 17.

Xiaomi closes the gap with Apple as 17 series enters same price band

Once considered too difficult to produce, black dimmable glass now features on the roof of Xiaomi’s YU7 Max.

Ambilight’s black dimmable glass debuts on Xiaomi YU7 Max’s roof

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

The Chinese automaker is planning a second and third plant to keep up with demand.