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

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Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

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

Southeast Asia

WeRide refines autonomous vehicle software, deploying AI-driven solutions that improve road safety, efficiency, and future-ready mobility.

WeRide

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.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

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Deals in brief: WeRide secures Grab’s backing for robotaxis, Foxconn invests in Robocore, seven China deals, and more

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While low taxes are a major draw, compliance risks and less known requirements can turn early gains into long-term liabilities.

For Chinese firms, the UAE’s business-friendly image comes with caveats

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The edtech firm’s latest report explores how tech can drive outcomes across Indonesia’s education ecosystem.

Cakap deepens roots in education by addressing early learning gaps, releases “Impact Report 2024”

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

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

Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

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Enterprise Services

Cross-border SaaS provider Keyouyun bags exclusive angel investment from Hangzhou Raycloud/ It works with merchants on Shopee, Lazada, Amazon, and more.

Cross-border SaaS provider Keyouyun bags exclusive angel investment from Hangzhou Raycloud

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What powers digital devices? Delve into chip design, manufacturing bottlenecks, and semiconductor breakthroughs fueling global electronics.

Semiconductors

Chip designer Yusur completes Series A financing to hone DPU tech for low-latency, decentralized processing across cloud networks.

Chip designer Yusur completes Series A financing to hone DPU tech

Amazon leads e-commerce, streaming (Prime Video), and AWS cloud infrastructure, redefining retail, media, and data services.

Amazon

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

Amazon Web Services maps out new strategy for China. AWS is already the frontrunner in cloud computing. Its annual revenue could reach USD 54 billion

Amazon Web Services maps out new strategy for China

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

Big data engine LineZone Data nets investment to empower the fast fashion sector's operational efficiency and optimize supply chains in China.

Big data engine LineZone Data nets investment to empower fast fashion in China

How do machines identify faces? Examine security measures, privacy debates, and tech frameworks driving facial recognition adoption.

Facial Recognition

Cloudwalk to be the first of China’s 4 "AI dragons" to go public. The others—Yitu, SenseTime, and Megvii—are in varying stages of their IPO processes.

Cloudwalk to be the first of China’s 4 ‘AI dragons’ to go public

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Database services provider PingCAP’s valuation surpasses USD 3 billion after financing led by Sequoia Capital and GIC.

Database services provider PingCAP’s valuation surpasses USD 3 billion after financing led by Sequoia Capital and GIC

The Middle East’s growing tech ecosystem harnesses the enterprising spirit of innovators from its diverse cultural markets.

Zoominfo to acquire conversation intelligence platform Chorus.ai for USD 575 million. Together, they will enable customers to make data-driven decisions.

Zoominfo to acquire conversation intelligence platform Chorus.ai for USD 575 million

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What shapes modern healthcare and agriculture? Examine biotech startups, gene editing, and drug discovery unlocking biological potential.

Biotechnology

Merck Accelerator China announces 2021 cohort with focus on AI and biotech. Merck will invest up to EUR 50,000 (USD 60,000) in participating startups.

Merck Accelerator China announces 2021 cohort with focus on AI and biotech

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

Moying Robotics closes Series A for advanced logistics automation for high-precision tasks in sectors like biotech and semiconductor manufacturing.