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How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

How do goods and people flow worldwide? Examine transport networks, logistics innovations, and policies shaping global connectivity.

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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

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

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

JD.com

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

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Expanding air freight capabilities is the next strategic move for courier delivery companies that want to remain competitive.

Air freight — the new battle arena for courier companies

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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.

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

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Segment head says smaller portions can save consumers money and avoid waste.

Indonesia's Gojek urges more food size choice to fight inflation

Indonesia&#8217;s Gojek urges more food size choice to fight inflation

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Gen Z and the gig economy: Q&A with Quest Founder Evan Chow

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

Grab

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

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The Nasdaq-listed superapp continues to taper incentives after Q2 loss narrows to USD 572 million.

Grab aims to break even sooner for delivery despite softer demand

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Logistics firms and restaurants are early adopters; delivery bots await new deregulations.

South Korean industry embraces robots to ease labor crunch

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

Grocery Delivery

Alibaba unit rises above price wars and labor shortage while Missfresh falls.

China's online grocers fight for survival in overcrowded market

China&#8217;s online grocers fight for survival in overcrowded market

Bukalapak, an Indonesian marketplace, empowers small merchants and connects consumers with diverse products online.

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

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Bukalapak sees hope if Indonesians tighten belts amid inflation. Head of e-commerce company says consumers may seek goods in smaller volumes.

Bukalapak sees hope if Indonesians tighten belts amid inflation

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

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

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Beijing relaxes pressure on New York-listed Didi, Boss Zhipin, Full Truck Alliance. Full Truck adds clients after yearlong halt, Didi nears delisting.

Beijing begins to relax pressure on New York-listed Didi, Boss Zhipin, Full Truck Alliance

GoTo, formed by Gojek and Tokopedia, merges ride-hailing, logistics, and retail into a single super-app ecosystem.

GoTo

Tokopedia, an Indonesian online marketplace, empowers entrepreneurs, brands, and SMEs to reach digital-savvy consumers.

Tokopedia

Indonesian double unicorn GoTo posted USD 1.5 billion net loss in 2021. The merged company issued its first earnings report after going public last month.

On-demand Services

Air freight — the new battle arena for courier companies

Indonesia’s Gojek urges more food size choice to fight inflation