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What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

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How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

From underground mining to quality inspection, Casbot’s machines target environments where traditional automation falls short.

China’s Casbot bags funding to build humanoid bots for tough industrial work

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

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How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

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What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

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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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Koitake, the IP-driven toy unit under Alibaba’s Hujing business, has been phased out as the tech giant shifts its attention to higher-margin verticals.

Alibaba dials back designer toy ambitions, shuts Koitake to sharpen focus

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How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

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Leflair differentiates itself from other e-commerce sites by focusing on premium branded products

Vietnamese premium e-commerce firm Leflair bags US$7m in Series B

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Tokopedia, an Indonesian online marketplace, empowers entrepreneurs, brands, and SMEs to reach digital-savvy consumers.

Tokopedia

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

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Agus Martowardojo also served as Indonesia's finance minister 2010-2013.

Tokopedia makes former Central Bank chief head of advisory board

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New retail, fintech products and payment channels are three major focus for Bukalapak this year.

The 9-year journey of Bukalapak: Growing beyond e-commerce

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Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

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

JD.com

JD.id

Go-Jek is reportedly investing hundreds of millions of dollars in JD.ID.

Go-Jek said to invest in JD.ID at $1b valuation, Indonesia might have its fifth unicorn soon

Maoyan Weiying makes a further move to the public markets.

Chinese movie ticketing platform Maoyan Entertainment to go public as early as January

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Robin Moh

Indonesian Zalora's National Online Shopping Day sales triumph is the latest evidence of the country's rosy e-commerce market growth.

Zalora’s sales growth during national shopping day further signals a rosy Indonesian e-commerce market

Kasikorn Line

KBank

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Sellsuki

LINE said the acquisition will establish a "strong foundation" for its e-commerce business in Thailand.

Japan's LINE acquires Thai e-commerce platform Sellsuki and partners with KBank

Japan&#8217;s LINE acquires Thai e-commerce platform Sellsuki and partners with KBank

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Shopback

ShopBack GO

Visa

It's following a large number of online retailers who have already started growing an offline presence.

Cashback app ShopBack taps offline opportunities in Singapore

Shopee

Shopee beats its own record with 12 million total orders trumpeted for December big sale day.