TechNode
TechNode is a leading China tech blog that targets to bridge the Chinese technology sector and the English speaking world.
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TechNode stands as a multifaceted international platform focused on technology and innovation, originating from what was once the personal blog of its founder, Dr. Gang Lu. Launched in 2007, the entity began as an effort to chronicle the developments within China's burgeoning tech and startup scene for a global audience. Dr. Lu, who holds a PhD in Wireless Communications from the University of Sheffield, UK, leveraged his technical background and passion for the subject to grow the blog into a significant media and services company.
The company has structured its operations into six distinct business units to serve a wide array of clients. These divisions include TN Media, which produces tech news and analysis in both English and Chinese; TN Inno for corporate innovation services; TN Global, which focuses on bridging Asian tech ecosystems with the world; TN Events for organizing conferences and branding services; TN Data, providing a startup ecosystem database; and TN VC for venture capital and financing services. This diversified model allows TechNode to cater to startups, venture capital firms, corporate partners, and institutional investors. A significant milestone in its history was the exclusive partnership with TechCrunch from 2013 to 2019, during which TechNode organized TechCrunch conferences in China.
Revenue is generated through multiple streams, including branded content, advertising, event organization, and corporate innovation services. Its events, such as the annual ChinaBang awards, are designed to recognize and connect the brightest in China's tech community with global counterparts. In 2019, TechNode launched TechNode Global as a spin-off to focus specifically on bridging the tech ecosystems between China and the broader Asia-Pacific region, particularly Southeast Asia. This expansion received $1 million in seed funding in January 2021. TechNode itself has received backing from institutional investors such as Gobi Partners, Cherubic Ventures, and Ucommune, completing a Series A round in September 2019.
Keywords: China tech media, startup ecosystem, venture capital services, corporate innovation, tech events, Asia technology news, cross-border partnerships, Dr. Gang Lu, TN Media, TN Inno, TN Global, TN Events, TN Data, TN VC, ChinaBang Awards, technology journalism, pan-Asia tech platform, startup database, financing services, entrepreneurship platform, innovation bridging, tech community building