In the age of AI, the bottleneck is the human

As AI adoption transforms the workplace making routine tasks effortless, the real bottleneck is now…

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The fall of Nike: How Anta took the throne

As Nike sales lose ground in China, Anta steps up

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China’s trade surplus conundrum

Professor Shirley Yu discusses China’s record trade surplus

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Small markets, big logic: How Jack built a global brand from the bottom up

In 30 years, Jack Technology has transformed from a small-scale operation into a global industry…

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A maturing economy: signals from China’s Two Sessions

China’s leaders have gathered in Beijing for the annual Two…

China factor increasingly at core of corporate global plans

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Business Value is Evolving Again, Thanks to AI

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SHE INNOVATES: Women Shaping China’s Digital Future

CKGSB Publication

SHE INNOVATES: Women Shaping China’s Digital Future

This report reveals how women leaders are reshaping China's digital economy, combining groundbreaking research on AI's impact on workplace mental health with compelling profiles of seven entrepreneurs who are building the future—from semiconductors to healthcare, data centers to AI marketplaces.

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Emerging Markets: Innovation and Scaling for Exponential Growth

Global Unicorn Program Series

A joint program by Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business and The South Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry

LocationJohannesburg, South Africa

Date20 - 23 Apr, 2026

LanguageEnglish

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Asia Start: AI + Digital China Expedition

Asia Start provides entrepreneurs and executives with unparalleled access to Asia’s dynamic digital economy and its business ecosystems, offering the latest trends and insights, strategies, and connections to overcome challenges and unlock future growth for your business in Asia and beyond.

LocationChina (Shanghai, Hangzhou, Shenzhen)

Date11 - 14 May, 2026

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Scaling Innovation: AI and Digital Strategies for Business Transformation

Global Unicorn Program Series

In partnership with Columbia Engineering

This program is designed to equip senior executives with the strategic insights and tools necessary to lead in this transformative era.

LocationNew York, USA

Date27 Sep - 02 Oct, 2026

LanguageEnglish

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Emerging Tech Management Week: Silicon Valley

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In partnership with UC Berkeley College of Engineering

This program equips participants with proven strategies, cutting-edge research, and the best-in-class advice to fuel innovation, seize emerging tech developments, and catalyse transformation within your organization.

LocationUC Berkeley

Date01 - 06 Nov, 2026

LanguageEnglish

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Global Unicorn Program Series

In partnership with Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education

This CKGSB program equips entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and key stakeholders with the tools, insights, and skills necessary to lead a new generation of unicorn companies.

LocationStanford University Campus,
California, United States

Date06 - 11 Dec, 2026

LanguageEnglish with Chinese Translation

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