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With a new dark store network, Dropezy will offer 20-minute deliveries to customers who live close to its distribution hubs. NewsGrocery delivery startup Dropezy raises USD 2.5 million for dark stores in Jakarta2 mins read
BliBli and GoTo have acquired stakes in local grocery retailers. NewsIndonesian e-commerce firms choose groceries as their next competitive front3 mins read
ByteDance is attempting to eat into Meituan and Ele.me’s business. NewsDouyin to integrate food delivery function into livestreams1 min read
The CEOs of Tokopedia, Bukalapak, and Gojek, as well as the executive director of Shopee Indonesia, spoke with members of parliament about the digital economy. NewsIndonesian tech execs meet with parliament to discuss e-commerce, data security, and tech sector maturation3 mins read
Singapore ‘super app’ gains 62% in GMV as net loss widens to USD 815 million in Q2. NewsGrab lowers 2021 earnings projection as COVID hobbles ASEAN2 mins read
COVID-19 brought challenges but also opportunities for Southeast Asia’s workforce, says Bithos. Q&A3 thoughts on Southeast Asia’s labor trends from Seek Asia CEO Peter Bithos4 mins read
F&B platform Chope recently signed a strategic partnership with Alipay that will allow merchants to set up mini apps on the Chope app. Q&A6 thoughts from Chope CEO Arrif Ziaudeen on digitizing restaurants across Southeast Asia4 mins read
Segari’s platform streamlines the agricultural supply chain and empowers local community leaders. NewsGrocery startup Segari bags USD 16 million led by Go-Ventures, aims for 10x business volume in 18 months1 min read