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Despite early traction in hardware, the startup is focused on building a full-stack robotics system that unites the “brain” and “body” of machines.

More than a hardware play: Robot Era’s founder sets the record straight on the company’s true ambitions

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What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

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How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

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Challenges remain, but the NEV maker sees significant upside in expanding its commercial vehicle business beyond China.

As China’s commercial vehicle market slows, Gecko Motors shifts gears abroad for growth

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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

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When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Augmentus raises Series A+ funding, Coda to acquire Recharge, Origgin Capital debuts second fund, 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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The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

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The startup is looking to expand to other cities in Pakistan in the next few months.

Bazaar launches digital ledger app Easy Khata, 100,000 merchants sign on in less than two months

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

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

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Genki Forest CEO Tang Binsen is a programmer and former gaming executive who is looking to shake up the beverage industry.

Beverage unicorn Genki Forest wants to be treated like a tech startup, but does the label stick?

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AJ Cortese

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

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Shipper is the latest logistics startup to receive tens of millions in investment this year.

Indonesian logistics company Shipper bags USD 63 million in Series B funding

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Khamila Mulia

Suning's estimated net profit, Q1, 2021: usd 69-84 billion

Suning, a retail and e-commerce provider, sells electronics, home appliances, and everyday goods through online and offline channels.

Suning

The retail cloud business is growing rapidly, adding 3,201 new stores last year and achieving profitability. Chinese retailer Suning, which runs both online and brick and mortar shops, expects to earn a profit between RMB 450 million and 550 million (USD 68.6 million to 83.9 million) in the first quarter of this year, after a loss of USD 83.9 million in the same quarter in 2020, according to company filings on Thursday.

KEY STAT | Retailer Suning expects to turn a profit in Q1

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Julianna Wu

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

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

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How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

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Chinese internet companies were ordered to correct malpractices and pledge in written statements that they will operate legally.

After fining Alibaba, China turns scrutiny to 33 more big tech companies

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Song Jingli

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

Gojek

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

Tokopedia

The deal is expected to close this month, with Gojek taking a 60% stake in GoTo.

Gojek and Tokopedia are finalizing USD 18 billion fusion to form GoTo, report says

Bukalapak, an Indonesian marketplace, empowers small merchants and connects consumers with diverse products online.

Bukalapak

Bukalapak has reportedly hired Bank Mandiri's securities arm to seek a merger with a US-based blank-check company.

Bukalapak raises new funds from Microsoft, eyes local listing, report says

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Ursula Florene

India’s tech landscape blossoms with e-commerce startups, fintech innovations, and IT services shaping a growing digital consumer base.

Pine Labs counts Mastercard, PayPal, and Temasek among its investors.

Indian unicorn Pine Labs acquires mobile payment app Fave for USD 45 million

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Vulcan Post

Alibaba stock (HKSE: 9988) advanced as much as 9% in early Monday trading in Hong Kong after the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) imposed a RMB 18.2 billion (USD 2.8 billion) fine on Saturday, a new record since China's anti-monopoly law came into effect in 2008, but a rather small penalty according to analysts and investors.The authorities, which initiated their investigation into the firm in December 2020, concluded that Alibaba had a dominant role in China's domestic online retail market and that from 2015, it used its position to ban merchants on its platform from opening stores or participating in promotions on rival marketplaces, in a so-called "select one out of two" mechanism.