BENOW Reached Unicorn Status in 7 Years

Lee Il-joo and Kim Dae-young left a beauty giant and built their own billion-dollar company.

Alex Kwon Pivots Cannabis Company into 9-Figures

By solving the hardware bottlenecks that plague extract companies, Alex Kwon’s Active has become the foundational infrastructure for the modern vape industry.

Bryan Tanaka Steps Out from Behind the Scenes into the Spotlight

Before stepping into the Netflix spotlight as an actor, the Japanese American built his career as one of Hollywood’s most in-demand choreographers and creative directors.

Asian Chefs Dominate NYC’s Michelin Star Scene

Asian chefs are changing the fine dining scene by snagging Michelin stars while blending cultural storytelling and Asian cuisine at the highest level.

Ronny Chieng Becomes Irresistible to Hollywood

From scene-stealing roles to award-winning stand-up specials, the Malaysian American comic continues his meteoric show-biz rise.

The 29-Year-Old Behind a $300M Restaurant Empire

From a single hot pot restaurant in Las Vegas to a $300 million valuation, David Zhao is transforming Asian cuisine in America with Chubby Group.

Meet the MIT Lifer Who Invented the Battery Likely to Be in Your Next EV

Yet-Ming Chiang's LFP battery has become the dominant chemistry used in EVs around the world.

The Powerhouse Leading China Up Ranks of Top Drug-Developing Nations

With one of the world's top-5 drug-development pipelines, Jiangsu Hengrui is leading China up the ladder of global pharmaceutical powers.

Kevin Zhang’s VC Firm Seeks Startups in Gaming, Healthcare

With over $2 billion under management, Upfront Ventures channels capital into the high-growth sectors of healthcare technology and interactive media.

Is Andrew Yang Running for President?

Six years after Andrew Yang stood on a presidential debate stage and nailed AI, robots and jobs, he's acting like someone who wants another shot ...

Olivia Munn Navigates Mixed-Race Identity in Hollywood

The Chinese American's Hollywood journey reflects the challenges and progress of Asian quest for fair representation on the big screen.

Olivia Rodrigo Seeks Third Straight Number One Album

Il Yeon Kwon Has Built an Asian American Cultural Institution

From a small store in Queens to the largest Asian supermarket chain in the United States, Il Yeon Kwon's H Mart is every immigrant’s home ...

Hikaru Nakamura Dominates World-Class Chess with Lightning Moves and a Brash Mouth

The 5-time US Champion and consistent top-5 in the world is also the game's most charismatic and outspoken streamer and podcaster.

Zhao Jianhui Latest to Join Ranks of Billionaire Chinese Returnees

Epiworld founder Zhao Jianhui is the latest US-trained Chinese to return home and enjoy business success in the tradition of Howard Yang, Robin Li, and ...

Aimee Song Blogged Herself a Fashion Empire

With the launch of her blog Song of Style Aimee Song became one of the first Asian American faces to step into the online fashion ...

Liza Koshy Pioneered the Digital Star-to-Hollywood Crossover

Vine stardom gave Liza Koshy the platform from which to make the leap from social media personality to full-on Hollywood actor.

The “Kash Patel” Bollywood Video That Got Our Hopes Up

A video purported to be FBI director Kash Patel dancing turned out to be a fake. Why did we want it to be real?

Kevin Woo’s Resurgence from U-KISS to Kpop Demon Hunters

From his 2008 debut with U-KISS to his record-breaking success with the Saja Boys, Kevin Woo continues to redefine what it means to be a ...

Sahra Nguyen Brought Vietnamese Coffee to America

After starting a successful journalism career, Sahra Nguyen shifted her plans to pursue a vision to introduce Vietnamese robusta beans to the coffee industry.

How a Chinese Immigrant Laid the Foundation for the Computer Revolution

Physicist An Wang became the first Asian American tech billionaire by inventing the magnetic core memory to enable modern computing machines long before the birth ...

Opendoor Reimagines the Real Estate Market with iBuying

From a $10 million Series A to its current $5 billion market cap, Eric Wu has built Opendoor into a comprehensive e-commerce ecosystem for housing.

How Katrina Lake Reinvented the Fashion Shopping Experience

Stitch Fix combined fashion and technology to create a platform that reshaped the way people shop for wardrobes.

Asha Sharma Leads Xbox into Future with Project Helix

Newly minted CEO Asha Sharma marks a new era for Microsoft Gaming with the custom AMD-powered Project Helix.

Most Subscribed Asian YouTubers

Check out the five Asian creators who have attracted the biggest audiences on YouTube.

Kehlani’s Grammy Wins Honor the Modern R&B Icon

From America’s Got Talent to a Grammy-winning artist, Kehlani has shaped today’s R&B.

Sau Lee Gives Traditional Chinese Styles a Modern Fashion Edge

Chinese American Cheryl Leung wanted to blend her cultural heritage with modern styles to create a distinctive runway hit.

Nvidia Is Rare Tech Giant With Founders' Kids in Executive Posts

Jensen Huang and Chris Malachowsky buck Silicon Valley norms in being founders of tech giants with offspring working at the company.

Humphrey Yang Simplifies Wealth Building for the TikTok Generation

From viral rice grain comparisons to major institutional partnerships, the Bay Area native is transforming how a new generation approaches personal finance and investing.

What's Ro Khanna's Angle with Thomas Massie?

An Indian American Democrat with presidential ambitions and a far-right Kentucky Republican have become odd bedfellows in opposing Trump on Epstein files and the Iran ...

The Brilliant Success and Mysterious Death of a Chinese American Author

Iris Chang's purported suicide just as she attained the peak of her success raised suspicions of possible foul play.

How Charles and Sara Liang Survived One Scandal After Another to Build a $20-Billion AI Giant

A mom-and-pop computer motherboard vendor has evolved into a leader in the booming AI data-center space without help from hyperscalers.

Steven Yeun Sets Gold Standard with Streaming Projects on Netflix and Amazon

From his breakout on The Walking Dead to making Oscars history with Minari, the Korean American actor has redefined the modern leading man.

Jeanne Grey Was An Influencer Before They Existed

The foundations of GreyLayers were laid back in early blogging days, positioned Grey as one of the most influential voices in digital fashion.

Steven Cheung Is Trump’s Media Sumo Wrestler

The California-raised son of Chinese immigrants is shattering Asian American stereotypes as the most combative White House Communications Director ever.

Did Krishnamoorthi Lose Huge Lead to Identity or Stratton's Rousing 'F*** Trump' Message?

Once widely considered the frontrunner, IL Rep. Raja Krishnamorthi, an Indian American, lost to Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton on Tuesday.

Edwin Chen’s Surge AI Helps Tech Giants Pursue AGI

With a $30 billion valuation—75% owned by Chen—the high-precision labeling firm is positioned as foundational infrastructure for giants like Meta, Microsoft, and Anthropic.

Anthony Youn Is America’s Holistic Plastic Surgeon

The Michigan-based Asian American plastic surgeon has built a massive online following, educating millions around the world about cosmetic procedures and the science behind beauty.

How Maggie Kang Created a Global Media Phenomenon

Kpop Demon Hunters overlayed K-pop onto a Korean supernatural tradition to create an animated musical that shattered Netflix records and became an awards season juggernaut.

Asian Chefs Are Dominating LA’s Michelin Guide

Los Angeles’ fine dining scene is being redefined by Asian chefs who are blending culture with Michelin-star experiences.

Joji Broke the Internet and Healed It with Lo-Fi

Once known for his viral antics, Joji has transformed into an R&B hitmaker with four Top 5 albums.

Beong-Soo Kim’s Bold Roadmap for USC

The first Asian American president of USC has unveiled an ambitious vision for the university centered on life-saving research and a "PICOF" framework for integrity.

Cocokind’s Transparent Beauty Inspired by Founder's Personal Skincare

Priscilla Tsai turned her personal frustrations into a plant-based company that would help consumers feel more confident in their skin.

Fung Brothers Got Laughs Portraying Awkward Moments in Asian American Life

Brothers Andrew and David Fung won YouTube fans by depicting the most awkward moments in Asian American life.

Autumn Durald Arkapaw Makes Oscars History with Sinners

With Sinners earning a record-breaking 16 Academy Award nods, Autumn Durald Arkapaw could become the first woman to win Best Cinematography.

Mayor Mamdani Meets Sky High Expectations

Just two months into his administration, the NY Mayor s succeeding by nearly every metric—with no signs of slowing down.

Larry Liu Delivered North America’s #1 Asian Grocery App

Spotting an underserved market, Larry Liu turned Weee! into a $4.1 billion Asian grocery platform serving millions across the nation.

Supriya Ganesh Swaps Medical School for Medical Drama

Following a Golden Globe award, The Pitt and star Supriya Ganesh are now the frontrunners for an ensemble win at the Actor Awards.

Eileen Gu’s Gold Medal Gauntlet

Between record-breaking gold medals and luxury fashion deals, Eileen Gu navigates the complex intersection of geopolitics, capitalism and cultural identity.

How the US Gifted China with Its Top Rocket Scientist

Without the Red Scare and ensuing witch hunt, Qian Xuesen would have continued providing brilliant leadership to the US space program instead of laying the ...