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Focused on safety and affordability, the Chinese firm aims to address gaps in general aviation with its certified piston and hybrid engines.

Falcon Aviation eyes liftoff with low-cost, airworthy aircraft engines

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Better-than-expected earnings in Greater China fuel optimism as Nike revamps its product lineup and retools its brand for growth.

Nike rallies behind “Sport Offense” strategy after surprise fiscal year showing

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Home renovation platform Livspace raises USD 90 million to expand in Southeast Asia, Australia

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

With high mobile phone and internet penetration, the e-commerce sector is set to grow with the entry of international players like Alibaba-backed Daraz Group.

Myanmar’s UMG Idealab invests in local startup Zay Chin &amp; Indonesian startup Moodco

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The startup's case is a cautionary tale for anyone who equates large investment rounds with success.

Dubai’s Awok shuts down a year after raising USD 30 million Series A round

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Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

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This round of funding comes 10 months after it raised USD 45 million last year.

Google and Lightstone lead USD 28 million round in delivery startup Dunzo

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The company, a joint venture between Telkom and eBay, has been operating since 2014.

Indonesian e-commerce platform Blanja shuts down

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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.

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

JD.com

The startup, which currently operates in Eastern China only, wants a slice of the USD 733 billion fresh food retail market.

Grocery retailer Bunnymaicai raises USD 10 million in Series A round

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Song Jingli

Kuaishou, best known for its short video platform, drives user-generated content, influencer marketing, and community engagement through shareable clips.

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

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Kuaishou plans to incubate 100,000 businesses and help them achieve USD 146,000 in annual sales within the year.

Short video platform Kuaishou unveils ambitious new e-commerce targets amid livestreaming boom

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What drives digital education adoption? Analyze e-learning apps, AI-driven assessments, and tools enhancing student engagement.

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

The UAE-based online-grocery delivery platform InstaShop has been acquired for USD 360 million by Delivery Hero.

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Qadisha Group

Sea Group operates digital entertainment (Garena), e-commerce (Shopee), and fintech (SeaMoney) platforms across Southeast Asia.

Sea Group

The company's performance has been driven by marketing initiatives during the circuit-breaker period.

Shopee becomes Singapore's top e-commerce platform as online shopping surges

Shopee becomes Singapore&#8217;s top e-commerce platform as online shopping surges

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