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Despite early traction in hardware, the startup is focused on building a full-stack robotics system that unites the “brain” and “body” of machines.

More than a hardware play: Robot Era’s founder sets the record straight on the company’s true ambitions

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Challenges remain, but the NEV maker sees significant upside in expanding its commercial vehicle business beyond China.

As China’s commercial vehicle market slows, Gecko Motors shifts gears abroad for growth

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Deals in brief: Augmentus raises Series A+ funding, Coda to acquire Recharge, Origgin Capital debuts second fund, and more

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After Vietnam, Singapore and Thailand, the Philippines is expected to the next target market for Go-Jek.

Go-Jek drives into Thailand with beta app GET, aiming at ride-hailing and delivery market

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Luckin raises fund for a second time within 6 months.

China's Luckin Coffee raises $200m, bringing valuation to over $2b

China&#8217;s Luckin Coffee raises $200m, bringing valuation to over $2b

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

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Grab opens its seventh R&D centre amidst its overseas expansion.

Grab opens new R&D centre in Malaysia

Grab opens new R&#038;D centre in Malaysia

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

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Go-Jek rides into Singapore on-demand market.

Go-Jek vs Incumbents: Overview of the on-demand landscape in Singapore

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Grab becomes the first player offers mobile payment services across Southeast Asia's six core markets - Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, and Thailand.

GrabPay expands mobile wallet service in Philippines through SM Investments tie-up

The Indonesian unicorn has been making strides to expand regionally and vertically recently.

Rumour|Go-Jek dips toes into online gaming by investing $30m in Indian startup

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The healthcare app's founder says it has 2 million monthly active users.

Indonesia's Halodoc denies funding rumour but says growth is promising

Indonesia&#8217;s Halodoc denies funding rumour but says growth is promising

Singaporeans can download the beta app as of today but access will be 'granted in batches'.

Go-Jek begins roll out in Singapore

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Alongside CEO Nadiem Makarim, co-founders, board members, and other important shareholders shape the company's direction. 