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Focused on safety and affordability, the Chinese firm aims to address gaps in general aviation with its certified piston and hybrid engines.

Falcon Aviation eyes liftoff with low-cost, airworthy aircraft engines

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Better-than-expected earnings in Greater China fuel optimism as Nike revamps its product lineup and retools its brand for growth.

Nike rallies behind “Sport Offense” strategy after surprise fiscal year showing

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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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The new investment brings the company's funds raised in its current financing round to just under USD 3 billion.

Gojek reportedly raises USD 1.2 billion

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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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Opinion | Grab and Gojek must show flexibility to survive

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Grab has reaffirmed that Vinasun's allegations are "baseless."

Grab loses appeal in Vietnam lawsuit against taxi firm Vinasun

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Grab prevents drivers from “promoting and providing advertising services for its competitors," according to the Competition Commission.

Malaysian court dismisses Grab's request to review decision on USD 20.9 million fine

Malaysian court dismisses Grab&#8217;s request to review decision on USD 20.9 million fine

Nio, a Chinese electric car maker, specializes in high-performance EVs, battery-swapping solutions, and autonomous driving technologies.

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Facing weak sales and dwindling funds, Nio is now fighting for survival.

Video | China's Tesla challengers: Will Nio live up to its hype?

Video | China&#8217;s Tesla challengers: Will Nio live up to its hype?

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The company is eyeing the Indonesian market.

Malaysian car-sharing app Socar banks USD 18 million in Series A money

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Blue Bird

Gojek took on and later tied up with Blue Bird to conquer the Indonesian market.

Analyzing Gojek’s decision to acquire a minority stake in Blue Bird

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Transportation

Gojek reportedly raises USD 1.2 billion

Opinion | Grab and Gojek must show flexibility to survive

Grab loses appeal in Vietnam lawsuit against taxi firm Vinasun

Malaysian court dismisses Grab’s request to review decision on USD 20.9 million fine

Video | China’s Tesla challengers: Will Nio live up to its hype?

Malaysian car-sharing app Socar banks USD 18 million in Series A money

Analyzing Gojek’s decision to acquire a minority stake in Blue Bird

Grab and Volocopter to conduct air-taxi feasibility study in Southeast Asia

Grab secures USD 30 million funding for GrabWheels service

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