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What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

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Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: ProfilePrint secures Series B funding, Line Next bags USD 140 million, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

While hydrogen production is currently not deemed a water-intensive industry, there are indications that it can exert significant pressure in regions with scant water resources.

If hydrogen production is water-intensive, does it remain an environmentally friendly practice?

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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

Consumer Economy

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

Retail

Manner Coffee may have found legitimate success as a boutique coffee chain, but the majority of its stores are in Shanghai. How does this play into the growing threat posed by its rivals?

With 1,000 stores established, can Manner Coffee fend off the likes of Starbucks, Luckin, and Cotti to keep growing?

Vietnam

Deals in brief: Sweef Capital invests in USM Healthcare, Grasshopper Asset Management launches inaugural fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Alibaba injects USD 634 million into Lazada, TikTok invests USD 1.5 billion in Tokopedia, 13 China deals, and more

How do we operate off Earth? Explore satellites, launch services, and research ventures pioneering new space economies.

Space Tech

LandSpace is also the company that launched the world’s first methane-liquid rocket.

LandSpace’s Zhuque-2 Y3 launch marks step forward in development of reusable rockets

The region attracted a record USD 222 billion in foreign direct investment in 2022.

US and China butt heads over investment in Southeast Asia

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Deals in brief: Andisor, Klinik Pintar, and Clove secure funding, Net Zero Challenge 2023 announces winners, new BTN fund to invest in prop tech startups, and more

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

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Chinese battery material makers' push abroad raises questions over access.

China's graphite export curbs take effect with uncertainty for EVs

China&#8217;s graphite export curbs take effect with uncertainty for EVs

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

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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

Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Sxored, Shieldbase and Transcelestial raise funding, HeySara enters Hong Kong with ILS acquisition, and more

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Focused on safety and affordability, the Chinese firm aims to address gaps in general aviation with its certified piston and hybrid engines.

Falcon Aviation eyes liftoff with low-cost, airworthy aircraft engines

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. 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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Better-than-expected earnings in Greater China fuel optimism as Nike revamps its product lineup and retools its brand for growth.

Nike rallies behind “Sport Offense” strategy after surprise fiscal year showing

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