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Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

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

China

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

East Asia

Taobao, Alibaba’s consumer-to-consumer marketplace, connects Chinese shoppers with diverse products, from fashion and electronics to everyday essentials.

Taobao

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

Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

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

On-demand Services

Alibaba’s Jiang Fan expects Taobao Shangou to reach RMB 1 trillion in transaction volume within three years.

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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.

Venture Capital

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

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The platform features seven task-specific AI models designed to enhance efficiency across functions.

Alpharithm launches AI Work platform to augment white-collar productivity

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How do connected devices shape daily life? Examine IoT sensors, data platforms, and security protocols integrating smart tech into homes and cities.

Internet of Things

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Zhongneng United

China's traditional heavy industries such as manufacturing and construction are due for a makeover.

China's industrial internet pioneer Zhongneng United raises USD 50 million in Series B round

China&#8217;s industrial internet pioneer Zhongneng United raises USD 50 million in Series B round

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Dingdang Kuaiyao

Medicine

Softbank's China venture capital arm is among the investors in the company which sets itself apart from the competition by guaranteeing deliveries within 28 minutes.

Chinese O2O medicine retailer Dingdang closes Series B round with $89m

How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

Lufax

Lufax Holding maintained steady profit growth in wealth management, retail lending and government finance by seeking innovations and ensuring compliance.

Chinese fintech giant LuFax raises $1.3b, valued at over $39b

Science and Technology Innovation Board

Trading may go live in the middle of the year.

Shanghai's high-tech bourse is ready for investors

Shanghai&#8217;s high-tech bourse is ready for investors

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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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Guazi

After the fundraising, Chehaoduo will be valued above $9 billion.

After picking up $1.5b from SoftBank, Chinese car trading site Chehaoduo says it'll spend $300m on advertising

After picking up $1.5b from SoftBank, Chinese car trading site Chehaoduo says it&#8217;ll spend $300m on advertising

KPMG

VC financing in China decreased dramatically in the second half of last year.

After ending a historic year on a muted note, China's VC sector is on the up again

After ending a historic year on a muted note, China&#8217;s VC sector is on the up again

Philippine startups are lagging behind their Southeast Asian counterparts in terms of venture capital funding.

PE, VC firms launch group to stir startup investments in the Philippines

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Jianggan Li

Momentum Works

Offline, new consumption brands, logistics, fintech, and e-commerce will draw more VC money this year.

Venture Capital

China’s industrial internet pioneer Zhongneng United raises USD 50 million in Series B round

Chinese O2O medicine retailer Dingdang closes Series B round with $89m

Chinese fintech giant LuFax raises $1.3b, valued at over $39b

Shanghai’s high-tech bourse is ready for investors

After picking up $1.5b from SoftBank, Chinese car trading site Chehaoduo says it’ll spend $300m on advertising

After ending a historic year on a muted note, China’s VC sector is on the up again

PE, VC firms launch group to stir startup investments in the Philippines

Momentum Works Jianggan predicts 2019 for KrASIA: Online giants going offline, and more down rounds

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