Analysis

Ravers Are Designing a New East Asian Future

They’re sick of cyberpunk.

Jun 17 •

Bad Economies Make Great Sweets

When economies struggle, sweets sell. As retail sales decline globally, Hong Kong is turning towards egg tarts.

Jun 10 •

Your Boss is a Robot

CEOs from Silicon Valley to Beijing all flaunt big, public personalities. New AI technology might change that, perhaps for the better.

May 27 •

The World After Labubu

In a city long dominant in the global toy market, one new trend is impossible to ignore: Everything is becoming a toy.

May 20 •

What is “Underground” Nightlife in 2025?

Following Boiler Room’s return to Hong Kong, three nightlife organizers in the city reflect on the definitions and problems in naming “underground…

May 6 •

What Future is Gentle Monster Selling?

On the power of Asian/Alien art direction in a market dominated Western brands.

Apr 27 •

The Recession Will Be Sober

Bear markets are usually bull markets in electronic music and party culture, but the looming economic downturn will likely be more tame.

Apr 20 •

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