36Kr Daily Hot List - 2026-02-25

36Kr Daily Hot List for 2026-02-25. Tech and business news explained simply.

New Chuan Electronics gets nearly 100 million yuan in funding before going public

A company that makes tiny metal powders for electronics and solar panels got a big cash injection from investors because their business is growing fast, especially as AI and solar energy create more demand for their materials.

Huawei and a state investor put money into a heat-control materials company whose founder made China's first metal composite

A new company that makes special materials to keep electronics from overheating just got funding from Huawei and a government investor, which matters because better cooling is needed for things like AI computers, phones, and electric cars to work well without breaking.

Chinese underwater tech company gets new funding to grow its civilian business

A Chinese company that makes underwater listening and scanning gear just got more investment money, which matters because it helps China make its own high-tech ocean equipment instead of buying it from other countries.

Three big news stories: Train ticket wasted, gas prices up, DJI sues U.S. government

A lady lost her train ticket money because she slept through a 3 a.m. notification, gas just got more expensive for the third time this year, and the drone company DJI is taking the U.S. government to court over a ban, which matters because it shows how everyday things like travel, driving, and tech can be affected by rules and timing.

2026 Medical Outlook: Over 100 Companies Waiting to List in Hong Kong, Can the Medical Sector Create Another 'Miracle'?

A bunch of medical companies are lining up to go public in Hong Kong next year, but it's getting harder to do so, so only the really strong ones with good products will likely succeed and make money for investors.

Jiushi Smart gets another $300 million, now worth over $10 billion

A company that makes self-driving delivery trucks just got a huge pile of cash from investors, which means they're growing fast and could make shipping packages cheaper for everyone.

Three big news stories: crazy expensive flights from Sanya, Apple's first foldable iPhone might cost a fortune, and China's movie box office is number one in the world for now.

Flights out of a popular vacation spot are super pricey because everyone's trying to leave at the same time after the holidays; Apple might sell its first bendy phone for a crazy high price, which matters because it shows how companies keep pushing for fancier, pricier gadgets; and China's movie theaters made more money than any other country this year so far, which is a big deal because it shows how much people there love going to the movies.

Chromai gets millions in funding to speed up making Chinese lab equipment

A Chinese company got money to make its own high-tech lab machines instead of buying foreign ones, which matters because it helps China rely less on other countries for important scientific tools.

Why do hotel beds always have four pillows?

Hotels put four pillows on beds so guests can pick what's comfy for them—like using extra ones for back support or propping up—since everyone sleeps differently, and it makes the bed look nicer too.

Who won the AI battle after spending 80 billion yuan?

Chinese tech companies spent huge money during the Spring Festival to get people to try their AI apps by giving away free stuff and cash, because they want to be the first place you go to when you need help from AI in daily life.

Hong Kong wants to work with mainland China to launch government bond futures faster

Hong Kong's finance chief said they're talking with mainland China to speed up offering government bond futures in Hong Kong, which matters because it would give investors more options and strengthen financial ties between Hong Kong and the mainland.

Hong Kong sets up $13 billion fund to boost tech startups

Hong Kong's government is putting up a big pot of money to help new tech companies get started, especially in health, robots, and AI, so the city can stay competitive and create more jobs in the future.

Big money is buying mining stocks and selling tech stocks this morning

Big investors are putting their money into companies that dig up metals and chemicals, and taking money out of phone and media companies, which means they think the first group will make more money soon.

Trump says US tariffs will stay in place using different laws

Trump said during his big speech that the taxes on imports from other countries will keep going using different rules, which matters because it means prices on some foreign goods will stay higher for regular folks.

Brain-tech company 'Kongshan Ci' gets new funding

A company that makes brain-reading and brain-stimulating technology just got more money to develop their tools, which could help doctors better understand and treat brain-related conditions.