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

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Deals in brief: Vietnam’s Tevo secures non-dilutive financing, N&E Innovations raises Series A funding, eight China investments, and more

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

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What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

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

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Who thrives in a digitally democratized landscape? Discover how independent creators, influencers, and educators monetize content and expertise.

Creator Economy

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

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Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

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How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

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Hohem hopes to put a different spin on a category dominated by DJI and Insta360.

Why Hohem built Eyepic, a camera that comes apart

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Cheng Zi

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

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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New overseas factories and expanded shipping capacity underpin a 2.5 million sales target for 2027.

BYD to break 2026 overseas sales target after strong run in Brazil, Europe

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Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

The partnership seeks to accelerate the electric vehicle ecosystem development in the country.

Grab, Gojek, and state-owned electricity provider PLN to develop EV in Indonesia

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Cindy Silviana

Amazon leads e-commerce, streaming (Prime Video), and AWS cloud infrastructure, redefining retail, media, and data services.

Amazon

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

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The e-commerce giant will employ a dedicated team to support Vietnamese businesses to sell globally on Amazon.

Amazon launches its Global Selling program in Vietnam

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Thu Huong Le

The Beijing-based search engine operator has seen a slide in its market value since the start of this year.

Baidu urges staff to be frugal, criticizes first-class travel, five-star hotel stays and excessive tissue use

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SCMP

The round was joined by VentureTECH, Gobi Partners, 500 Startups, and Axiata Digital Innovation Fund.

Malaysia-headquartered drone tech Aerodyne raises USD 30 million in Series B led by InterVest/Kejora

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Zhixin Tan

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

The top player in China's online literature business steps up to win overseas readers.

Chinese Star Wars fans stay tuned: China Literature to release e-books under tie-up with Disney

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

Hardware

The startup offers technologies that enhance security and convenience for residents in gated premises.

Indian security startup MyGate bags USD 56 million from Tencent, Tiger Global, others

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Tech in Asia

Shanghai-based Xiaopangxiong, an e-commerce platform hosting home decoration materials, raises USD 18.3 million in Series B

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Song Jingli

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

The target is to maintain 10 million daily active users by the year's end.

Qutoutiao's free novel platform Midu raises USD 100 million in Series B amid suspension

Qutoutiao&#8217;s free novel platform Midu raises USD 100 million in Series B amid suspension

India’s Startup Investment Climate blows hot and cold due to complex factors.

Indian VC investments gravitating towards late stage rounds: Venture Intelligence Report

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