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Chinese gene bank wants to do for biotech what Elon Musk did for space

Digitalisation of gene data is set to revolutionise the health industry. With the world’s largest DNA-sequencing capacity, the Chinese biotech group wants to lead the charge.

April 29, 2018

Tencent-backed iCarbonX in digital life push

Wang Jun is an expert in genomics and life science. Here he tells FinanceAsia about his business plans for a digital life with iCarbonX – China's latest unicorn.

July 13, 2016

China genomics giant BGI targets A-share IPO

BGI, one of the world’s largest genome sequencing firms, plans to list in China to help fund growth and acquisitions but it is unclear if the IPO will see light in 2016.

April 12, 2016

A big debut for BGI's India ETF in Hong Kong

Hong KongÆs retail public gives the Sensex-linked stock a big reception.

November 02, 2006

BGI hires Fidelity exec for relationships

James Blair joins BGI to develop business with public institutions.

October 17, 2006

BGI gets new Asia CEO

CIO Mark Talbot takes the reins in Hong Kong.

June 05, 2006

BGI unveils first international India ETF

Global investors will be given easier, more efficient access to IndiaÆs growth story.

June 01, 2006

New leadership at BGI Japan considers expansion

The firm is a leading money manager to pension funds but needs to expand its capabilities, says new president.

December 12, 2005

Former PFA exec lands at BGI

Yasuchika Asaoka joins BGI in Tokyo as new president.

April 18, 2005

BGI reviews regional partnerships

The firm has relationships in North Asia that could deepen, says new Asia chairman.

October 17, 2003