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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.

China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

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Alibaba is leaning on Hema NB to anchor its discount retail push.

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What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

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Once China’s breakout 3D printing brand, Creality now faces stiffer competition and is expanding into scanners and laser engravers.

Creality gears up for Hong Kong IPO as it looks beyond 3D printing

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

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Deal book: Ant Financial invests in car-sharing startup Like; VR startup Aurovis aims to provide affordable VR and 360-degree camera

Investments in transportation, consumer, media, enterprise services, e-commerce, and VR.

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Technology is being introduced in daily consumption with its evolution and rental services.

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Companies can apply to list in Hong Kong on April 30.

Ant Financial and Xiaomi highly likely to list in Hong Kong, says HKEX chief

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

Plus, Ant Financial is reportedly seeking a dual listing in Hong Kong and mainland China. Ola in talks to invest in scooter rental startup Vogo Automotive.

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Neisha is looking to improve its services.

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Plus, Walmart may buy a majority stake in Flipkart by the end of June. SGX would list Indian equity derivative products in June.

KrASIA Daily: Warburg Pincus in Talks to Invest in Ant Financial's $8 Billion Round

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Singapore's Temasek Holdings is reportedly seeking to lead the round.

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Plus, Ola in talks to buy Freshmenu. Grab Philippines will keep running the Uber app until April 15. 

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