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Beginners seeking the experience of playing an instrument may soon be able to bypass the steep learning curve.

With the U1, LiberLive aims to address music instrument dropout

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Here’s a roundup of key developments across the Middle East for the week of February 1–7.

Middle East weekly: Baidu’s Apollo Go operates driverless fleet at WGS, QIA commits USD 2 billion to startups, Qatar signs agreement with TikTok, and more

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A clutch of grocery e-retailers have raised fresh capital in the post-coronavirus era.

Online group-buying platform Tongcheng Life closes USD 200 million fundraising

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

Amazon

Flipkart, a prominent Indian e-commerce marketplace, hosts electronics, fashion, and home goods with fast shipping and easy returns.

Flipkart

Ola, an Indian ride-hailing leader, offers car rentals, electric scooters, and food delivery, bridging mobility gaps across major cities.

Swiggy’s Indian delivery network offers food, groceries, and convenience items, catering to busy urban lifestyles.

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What revolutionizes mealtimes? Investigate alternative proteins, supply chain tracking, and delivery services fueling the future of food.

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A majority of Indian startups are running out of money and time in the race to survive the pandemic.

The resilience story: How tech companies in India are surviving the pandemic

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The online grocery company benefitted from lockdown in China during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Online grocery delivery firm Dada Nexus raises USD 320 million in Nasdaq IPO

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AJ Cortese

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

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GrabMart has now a presence in eight Southeast Asian markets, serving 50 cities in the region.

Grab expands grocery service across Southeast Asia, adding Cambodia

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Meta oversees social networks (like Facebook and Instagram), messaging apps, VR platforms, and digital ads, connecting billions across continents.

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Facebook and Reliance have filed an application to CCI for an approval.

Facebook sets up new entity to acquire stake in Reliance's Jio Platform

Facebook sets up new entity to acquire stake in Reliance&#8217;s Jio Platform

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

JD.com

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

The firm plans to list under the symbol "DADA" on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

CHINA BRIEF | Online grocery delivery firm Dada Nexus to raise up to USD 280.5 million in US IPO

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Song Jingli

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

Visual Stories

Nice Tuan experienced huge growth during the pandemic outbreak in China as people relied on grocery delivery.

KEY STAT | Social and grocery e-commerce startup Nice Tuan closes round C+ fundraising

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Ele.me, a Chinese online food delivery platform, partners with local restaurants to provide fast, convenient dining options to urban consumers.

Ele.me

Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

What drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

Expanding to numerous sectors these years, Meituan is feeling increasing pressure from Alibaba's local life service push.

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | Meituan, from China's Groupon mimicry to local service giant in 10 years

BIZ IN GRAPHICS | Meituan, from China&#8217;s Groupon mimicry to local service giant in 10 years

New funds will be used to build warehouses nationwide, expand delivery capabilities, and improve the company's supply chain.