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OpenAI researches advanced AI models, like ChatGPT, contributing to natural language processing, machine learning, and innovation in AI.

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Deals in brief: SoftBank to anchor OpenAI’s USD 40 billion raise, Hoopi secures funding for collectibles push, ShopUp and Sary confirm merger, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: SoftBank to anchor OpenAI’s USD 40 billion raise, Hoopi secures funding for collectibles push, ShopUp and Sary confirm merger, and more

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What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

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Aldi’s China playbook blends elements of Sam’s Club and Hema, but with its own twist: a sharp focus on price, precision, and private labels.

Aldi’s supermarkets have Chinese shoppers hooked—now it wants more | KrASIA

Aldi’s supermarkets have Chinese shoppers hooked—now it wants more

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Taiwan and South Korea also aim to become more welcoming to foreign investors.

Tokyo exchange to mandate English disclosure to lure overseas investors | KrASIA

Tokyo exchange to mandate English disclosure to lure overseas investors

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Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

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Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

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The Chinese tech giant is now directly invested in two of the three hottest AI startups in China

Alibaba joining $600m investment in Megvii, maker of Face++ | KrASIA

Alibaba joining $600m investment in Megvii, maker of Face++

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

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The expansion plans comes after the company had earlier announced plans to enter the US market end of this year

JD.com plans Europe expansion through Germany after SEA moves | KrASIA

JD.com plans Europe expansion through Germany after SEA moves

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

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Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

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This will pit Alibaba against Tencent, which backs Kuaishou, in the short-video war

Rumour: Alibaba to invest in Douyin after it splits off from Bytedance | KrASIA

Rumour: Alibaba to invest in Douyin after it splits off from Bytedance

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Taiwanese tour marketplace KKday strengthens its presence in China with Alibaba's Fliggy

Deals | (Updated) Taiwan's KKday now backed by Alibaba to further reach Chinese outbound tourists | KrASIA

Deals | (Updated) Taiwan&#8217;s KKday now backed by Alibaba to further reach Chinese outbound tourists

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While many Chinese bike-sharing startups have bitten the dust in 2017, Hellobike has entered the fast track of development.

Could latecomer bike-sharing startup Hellobike outrace ofo and Mobike? | KrASIA

Could latecomer bike-sharing startup Hellobike outrace ofo and Mobike?

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Taobao Xinxuan: Alibaba’s Entry Into Private Label Goods?

Appearance wise, the Taobao Xinxuan concept will remind many of Japanese retailer Muji. From a business model perspective, Taobao Xinxuan is actually more like Xiaomi.

Taobao Xinxuan: Alibaba’s entry into private label goods? | KrASIA

Taobao Xinxuan: Alibaba’s entry into private label goods?

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Alibaba Group, the next one, to stall its CDR issue in its domestic market.

Alibaba Group defers CDR issuance in mainland following Xiaomi delay | KrASIA

Alibaba Group defers CDR issuance in mainland following Xiaomi delay

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“Just like a shark cannot kill a Yangtze alligator.”

Alibaba’s Jack Ma: Local company can never be defeated | KrASIA

Alibaba’s Jack Ma: Local company can never be defeated

Today’s Tech Headlines: M1 seeks to acquire AsiaPac Distribution; GT Capital to buy shares in Toyota Motor

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