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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.

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

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

Taobao

Tmall, Alibaba’s B2C platform, hosts premium brands and official stores, offering authenticated products to Chinese consumers seeking quality goods.

Tmall

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

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Trudy Dai has been replaced as the group faces fierce competition in two key segments.

Alibaba Group CEO Eddie Wu to take over company's e-commerce unit

Alibaba Group CEO Eddie Wu to take over company&#8217;s e-commerce unit

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South Korea

Deals in brief: CYVN invests USD 2.2 billion in Nio, Riiid acquires Qualson, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

ByteDance is playing the long game by spending the year to refocus on business areas where it can leverage its strengths for long-term success.

2023 was a year speckled with setbacks for ByteDance, but why?

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Indonesia

Deals in brief: Neutura and Home Credit Indonesia secure funding, VMS Group launches 3Cap AGI Fund, multiple China, India, and Middle East deals, and more

ChaPanda is the next Chinese tea company seeking to go public. But can it navigate challenges that have troubled other brands, like Nayuki, which have ventured down a similar path?

ChaPanda joins a long queue of Chinese tea brands seeking an IPO

Malaysia

Deals in brief: Fikra Ace announces winners of accelerator program, Bayanat and Yahsat to merge into MENA’s space tech giant, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

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Meituan is understandably cautious about venturing into international markets, but its declining market position may ultimately force its hand.

Meituan sets its sight on the Middle East with international expansion on the cards

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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

Electric Vehicles

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

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Manufacturing is the foundation of the automotive industry, with efficiency hinging on the strategies employed in this domain. Nio's move to become independent exemplifies this principle.

Nio gets go-ahead to operate as an independent manufacturer, unlocking opportunities for enhanced efficiency

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Three automation leaders from China are shifting from factory floors to trading screens, seeking broader horizons.

Chinese AMR firms line up Hong Kong IPOs to test investor appetite

Vicky is a senior reporter based in Hangzhou, covering news about Chinese companies expanding their footprints abroad.

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A dispute over legacy buybacks could determine whether Zong Fuli secures her position as Wahaha’s largest shareholder.

Wahaha heiress takes shareholder fight to China’s top court

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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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: Blitz and Tazapay raise funding, Rezolve.ai acquires ViSenze, 11 new China investments, and more

KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories—alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.