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The Suzhou-based firm is adapting its turnkey projects and co-extraction tech to meet shifting regulatory and cost demands across regions.

China’s Botree raises more funding to expand its battery recycling footprint

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Lalamove expands to the US to serve USD 13 billion market

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

Established in 2013, Lalamove says it is currently operating in 22 markets across Asia, North America, and Latin America, connecting more than 7 million customers with over 700,000 delivery partners.

Lalamove expands to the US to serve USD 13 billion on-demand delivery service market

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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.

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

In about two years, Flash Express has grown to be the second-largest private express delivery provider in the Southeast Asian country.

Thai logistics firm Flash Express raises USD 200 million in Series D round

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The investment makes Bykea one of the most funded startups in the country.

Pakistan’s Bykea raises USD 13 million for its on-demand transportation and logistics platform

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Porter is focusing on first-mile logistics whereas Pakde's core business is e-commerce warehousing.

Indonesia's Shipper acquires local logistics companies Porter and Pakde

Indonesia&#8217;s Shipper acquires local logistics companies Porter and Pakde

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Cainiao, Alibaba’s logistics arm, streamlines supply chains with data-driven solutions, offering efficient e-commerce delivery and cross-border shipping services.

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This new move comes after Best launched express delivery services within Malaysia in July, following fast growth in Thailand and Vietnam.

Best and Alibaba's Cainiao to streamline logistics services between China and Malaysia

Best and Alibaba&#8217;s Cainiao to streamline logistics services between China and Malaysia

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Flytrex debuted its delivery services in August 2017 in Reykjavik and is now bringing those capabilities to the United States.

Walmart pilots on-demand drone deliveries with Israel's Flytrex

Walmart pilots on-demand drone deliveries with Israel&#8217;s Flytrex

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According to Moovaz CEO Junxian Lee, conversation with GetVan had been ongoing for eight months before the deal was sealed.

Relocation startup Moovaz acquires GetVan, looking at further deals: CEO

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The company just bagged USD 30 million in a pre-Series B round led by Future Capital and Shunwei Capital.

Duckbill's digital freight-matching platform offers stability in a chaotic logistics industry: Inside China's Startups

Duckbill&#8217;s digital freight-matching platform offers stability in a chaotic logistics industry: Inside China&#8217;s Startups

How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

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What grounds digital progress in physical form? Analyze chipsets, sensors, and advanced components driving device performance.

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The Chinese internet giant showed off a series of next-gen products at the Apsara Conference in Hangzhou.

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Lalamove expands to the US to serve USD 13 billion market

Thai logistics firm Flash Express raises USD 200 million in Series D round

Pakistan’s Bykea raises USD 13 million for its on-demand transportation and logistics platform

Indonesia’s Shipper acquires local logistics companies Porter and Pakde

Best and Alibaba’s Cainiao to streamline logistics services between China and Malaysia

Walmart pilots on-demand drone deliveries with Israel’s Flytrex

Relocation startup Moovaz acquires GetVan, looking at further deals: CEO

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Alibaba unveils palm-sized personal computer and autonomous logistics robot

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