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Deals in brief: Protégé Ventures launches fund to support student-led startups, Vertex Ventures closes USD 541 million fund, and more

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Gideon Ng

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

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

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

Xpeng Motors

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

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

Electric Vehicles

Both companies have reason to bet big and double down on China's autonomous driving market.

Volkswagen and Horizon Robotics make headway in self-driving joint venture

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Vietnam

Deals in brief: Tin Men Capital leads investment in Manuva, MedEasy secures seed funding round, and more

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

Hardware

The current minimum particle size that Honest’s equipment can process is 5 mm, enabling intelligent ore sorting for a large range of particle sizes.

Improving ore sorting efficiency and eco-friendliness through X-ray technologies

Deals in brief: Temasek leads pre-IPO round for Ola Electric, Certa completes Series B round, and more

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

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

Mobility

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

Sustainability

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

Transportation

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Electric vehicles outperform internal combustion engine vehicles in terms of carbon emissions, but require comprehensive lifecycle assessments for an accurate comparison of their environmental impacts.

EVs versus internal combustion vehicles: A sustainability comparison

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Japan

Deals in brief: 500 Global closes early-stage fund for Southeast Asian startups, Josys raises USD 93 million in its Series B round, and more

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Announcements

The talent platform has gained significant traction as cross-border hiring goes mainstream amidst uncertain economic conditions.

Glints achieves significant revenue growth driven by cross-border demand

CATL manufactures batteries that power electric vehicles, energy storage, and renewable energy infrastructures globally.

CATL

The Chinese company takes on mining projects, expands overseas, and develops new tech.

CATL confronts triple threat to its EV battery leadership

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

Investment

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: Augmentus raises Series A+ funding, Coda to acquire Recharge, Origgin Capital debuts second fund, and more

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Sudo Lim

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

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

Creative

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

Deep Tech

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

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South Korea's Krafton is working with Nvidia while DeepSeek powers Chinese companies.

Asian game developers use AI to breathe new life into characters

What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

Biotechnology

The Silicon Valley entrepreneur has turned his body into a living experiment in a bid to reframe longevity as a solvable problem.

Bryan Johnson: The man trying to engineer longevity into the human condition

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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