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With chip access in flux and scrutiny mounting, Manus has left China for Singapore, betting that neutrality offers a safer path forward.

Has China become too risky a home for AI startups? Manus thinks so

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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.

East Asia

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

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

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

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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.

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

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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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A single Saturday saw Taobao Shangou, Meituan, and JD.com log a combined 200 million orders, testing subsidy strength, logistics, and supply chains in real time.

Meituan scrambles on “Super Saturday” as Taobao Shangou tops 80 million daily orders

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

Deals in brief: Synphne, AwanTunai, and Sleek EV secure funding, Prosus Ventures and Airtree Ventures back Kismet, 16 China and India deals, and more

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Companies are spooked by detentions for alleged spying and US sanctions.

Foreign direct investment in China falls to 30-year low

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Deals in brief: Ai Palette, Rukita, and Thryve.Earth secure funding, Sunday and Carro complete acquisitions, nine China deals, and more

South Korea

Deals in brief: Dolbomdream, Prefer, and Lapasar secure funding, BlackRock-Temasek partnership leads investment in Antora Energy, six China and India deals, and more

Japan

Deals in brief: Novosol, Tsubame BHB, and InnoCSR secure funding, Franklin Templeton leads investment in Blockhead, nine China and India deals, and more

Philippines

Deals in brief: UnoAsia banks USD 32.1 million, Franklin Templeton backs Singapore-based Transparently.AI, nine China and India deals, and more

Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: PriyoShop raises pre-Series A funding, Xalts acquires Contour Network, Mask launches second fund of Bonfire Union venture arm, and more

Deals in brief: KWAP makes first investments under Dana Perintis strategy, Sydney-based Hatch secure AUD 7 million, eight China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: Lambda attains unicorn status with USD 320 million fundraise, Blue Planet completes acquisition of Mahindra’s MWTESL, six India deals, and more