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US tariff policies are renewing calls to deepen economic ties within the Southeast Asian bloc.

ASEAN struggles to boost regional trade amid Trump tariff threat | KrASIA

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ASEAN struggles to boost regional trade amid Trump tariff threat

Decoding China&#039;s tech and business pulse

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As part of 36Kr’s ongoing partnership with Nikkei, you can read selected content from Nikkei Asia on KrASIA.

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Deals in brief: Temasek’s Heliconia backs Sin Chew Woodpaq, Supabase raises Series D funding, Syfe and AnyMind confirm acquisitions, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Temasek’s Heliconia backs Sin Chew Woodpaq, Supabase raises Series D funding, Syfe and AnyMind confirm acquisitions, and more

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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.

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

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Coze combines workflow logic, collaborative planning, and proprietary data access to reimagine what AI agents can do.

ByteDance launches Coze, its new AI agent platform, in beta | KrASIA

ByteDance launches Coze, its new AI agent platform, in beta

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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On-demand Services | KrASIA Archives

The rise of Islamic-related startups and what it means for you as an entrepreneur or investor.

Islamic-related startups in Southeast Asia: a coming boom | KrASIA

Islamic-related startups in Southeast Asia: a coming boom

Momentum Works builds, scales and manages tech ventures across the emerging world, with a particular focus on Southeast Asia. We combine strategic understanding, execution experience, network of partners, and a great team to make things happen. In addition to building ventures and joint-ventures, we also consult on strategy, venture financing &amp; all areas of operations. Website: www.momentum.asia Our blog: http://thelowdown.momentum.asia/

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

Grab

Grab doesn’t have a plan to break even now.

For the first time, Grab reveals it's on track to hit $1 billion in revenue this year | KrASIA

For the first time, Grab reveals it&#8217;s on track to hit $1 billion in revenue this year

I'm Xiaochun with 36Kr Global [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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Meituan, China’s all-in-one local services platform, covers food delivery, travel bookings, and lifestyle deals, simplifying daily consumer choices.

Voices

Meituan-Dianping seeks to serve 1 billion consumers per day.

Meituan-Dianping WANG Xing explained why he invested in Go-Jek and Swiggy | KrASIA

Meituan-Dianping WANG Xing explained why he invested in Go-Jek and Swiggy

Indonesian Go-Jek stages $500M expansion battle with Grab across SEA

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

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The newest battleground for Grab and Go-Jek: Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines

Indonesian Go-Jek stages $500M expansion battle with Grab across SEA | KrASIA

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

Didi

Didi Chuxing will stop taking orders for its ride-pooling service from 22:00 to 6:00.

Didi Chuxing rectifying ride-pooling service amid public outrage | KrASIA

Didi Chuxing rectifying ride-pooling service amid public outrage

KrASIA Daily: Grab rival U-Hop raises fresh funding, planning to expand in SE Asia and the US

Plus, Didi Chuxing suspended hitch service. Walmart may list Flipkart.

KrASIA Daily: Grab rival U-Hop raises fresh funding to expand in SE Asia and the US | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: Grab rival U-Hop raises fresh funding to expand in SE Asia and the US

Didi Chuxing Kicking off Car-Rental Service and Who Still Wants to Own A Car?

Plus, eBay to relaunch in India. Singapore's BitOfProperty raised fresh funds. 

KrASIA Daily: Didi apologized after the murder of female passenger | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: Didi apologized after the murder of female passenger

Plus, Ofo's order for new bikes shrinks. Buffett is no bitcoin fan. 

KrASIA Daily: Grab announces first update after acquiring Uber's SE Asia operations  | KrASIA

KrASIA Daily: Grab announces first update after acquiring Uber&#8217;s SE Asia operations 

Grab counts SoftBank and Didi Chuxing as backers