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Michelle Khoo is the leader of the Deloitte Center for The Edge Southeast Asia. With over a decade of experience in advising business and government leaders on long-term strategies, Khoo is passionate about shaping a more sustainable, fairer, and inclusive future in both physical and digital realms. Her work revolves around artificial intelligence, sustainability, metaverse, disruption, and innovation.

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

Consumer Economy

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

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Where do style and commerce meet? Examine supply chains, sustainable sourcing, and digital trends influencing global fashion markets.

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

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Known for its “old man’s head” logo and elite gear, the Norwegian brand is relaunching with Topsports in China after a quiet first run.

The “Nordic Arc’teryx” returns to China, but will Norrona finally find its name?

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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The company aims to "absolutely dominate" the limited-service segment.

China's H World to add 9,000 hotels by 2030 in budget travel push

China&#8217;s H World to add 9,000 hotels by 2030 in budget travel push

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

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

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

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

Grab

How are digital assets protected? Analyze threat detection, encryption standards, and cybersecurity solutions safeguarding data.

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

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The suicide bomber was identified as wearing a jacket of a ride-hailing firm, where he was once a driver.

Indonesia asks ride hailing firms to tighten screening process, in response to suicide bombing

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Cindy Silviana

Ola, an Indian ride-hailing leader, offers car rentals, electric scooters, and food delivery, bridging mobility gaps across major cities.

Uber is a mobility platform that connects users to ride-hailing, food delivery, and logistics services, operating in cities worldwide.

Uber

The US market serves as both the backbone and the driving force behind global technological advancements.

Ola is in advanced talks with Microsoft to raise USD 200 million at a valuation of USD 10 billion.

Uber to go on a long drive in India with USD 246 million fund infusion from its parent company

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How does credit flow online? Explore digital lending tools, alternative scoring, and services accelerating capital access.

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Visa foresees use of pay-later service by Indonesian ride-hailing firm Gojek (updated)

Policymakers believe that this solution will be fair to both traditional taxis and ride-hailing companies.

Vietnamese regulators demand ride-hailing cars to indicate they are “taxis”

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Thu Huong Le

The Indonesian unicorn is accelerating its drive into more Southeast Asian countries.

Gojek to enter Malaysia, the Philippines in 2020

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An IPO is neither an immediate goal nor an end for Grab.

From Harvard business class to multibillion-dollar startup: Q&A with Grab's co-founder Tan Hooi Ling

From Harvard business class to multibillion-dollar startup: Q&#038;A with Grab&#8217;s co-founder Tan Hooi Ling

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Zhixin Tan

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

East Asia

Discover how Japan’s advanced manufacturing, robotics, and consumer electronics brands drive global technology trends.

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Toyota, a Japanese automaker, produces a wide range of vehicles, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and innovation in mobility.

Toyota

Shuttl’s current valuation has peaked to USD 200 million.

Toyota Group and Japan’s SMBC Trust Bank invest in Indian bus-hailing startup Shuttl

The firm plans to strengthen its presence in overseas markets and increase its international user base.

Gojek co-CEOs talk company strategy after Makarim’s departure (update)

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Khamila Mulia and Cindy Silviana

Loca claims users can book a cab and hail it within 2.5 minutes of reservation using its in-house algorithm.

Ride-hailing

Indonesia asks ride hailing firms to tighten screening process, in response to suicide bombing

Uber to go on a long drive in India with USD 246 million fund infusion from its parent company

Visa foresees use of pay-later service by Indonesian ride-hailing firm Gojek (updated)

Vietnamese regulators demand ride-hailing cars to indicate they are “taxis”

Gojek to enter Malaysia, the Philippines in 2020

From Harvard business class to multibillion-dollar startup: Q&A with Grab’s co-founder Tan Hooi Ling

Toyota Group and Japan’s SMBC Trust Bank invest in Indian bus-hailing startup Shuttl

Gojek co-CEOs talk company strategy after Makarim’s departure (update)

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