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What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Services

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

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

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

Douyin

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

How do ideas shape industries? Learn how content, design, and digital artistry influence branding, marketing, and cultural impact.

Creative

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

E-commerce

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

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

On-demand Services

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

Douyin’s content ecosystem offers brands a path to adapt to shifting consumer habits, engage users, and drive demand across channels.

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How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands?

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been providing high-quality content around China’s innovation and new economy trends. With the traffic and network it has built, 36Kr has developed a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities of the technology landscape in China.

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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

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

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Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more

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

Logistics

Vietnam

The Vietnamese startup has developed an AI-powered solution to help businesses better manage their logistics processes.

MatarStars’ Smart Freight Management Platform Optimizes Business Operations for the Logistics Industry | KrASIA

MatarStars’ Smart Freight Management Platform Optimizes Business Operations for the Logistics Industry

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Alibaba Cloud Project AsiaForward

The cloud-based platform optimizes supply chain processes for wholesalers and distributors.

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Baskit Is Helping Wholesalers Streamline Their Business Operations

The company’s proprietary AI identifies potential shipment misdeclaration or regulatory breaches.

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Singapore-Based Moaah Simplifies Compliance with Shipping Regulations

Connecting with a logistics network partner will take only a few clicks using Luwjistik’s intuitive platform.

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Luwjistik Is Making Cross-Border Logistics More Secure and Efficient

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

Grab

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

Nasdaq-listed tech group expects to break even sooner after annual loss halves to USD 1.74 billion.

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Singapore&#8217;s Grab speeds up profit outlook as cost cuts pay off

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

Didi

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

Ride-hailing

Move is response to 'disorderly expansion and data security problems' in sector.

China to launch state-owned ride-hailing platform | KrASIA

China to launch state-owned ride-hailing platform

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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

Grab tightens ASEAN food delivery grip despite slowing growth. Singapore-based superapp provider ousts Malaysia, Vietnam rivals from top spots.

Grab tightens ASEAN food delivery grip despite slowing growth | KrASIA

Grab tightens ASEAN food delivery grip despite slowing growth

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

JD.com

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 | KrASIA

Air freight — the new battle arena for courier companies

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Gojek, an Indonesian superapp, covers on-demand rides, food delivery, and financial services, enriching daily urban life.

Gojek

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

On-demand Services

MatarStars’ Smart Freight Management Platform Optimizes Business Operations for the Logistics Industry

Baskit Is Helping Wholesalers Streamline Their Business Operations

Singapore-Based Moaah Simplifies Compliance with Shipping Regulations

Luwjistik Is Making Cross-Border Logistics More Secure and Efficient

Singapore’s Grab speeds up profit outlook as cost cuts pay off

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Grab tightens ASEAN food delivery grip despite slowing growth

Air freight — the new battle arena for courier companies

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