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Indonesia's financial authority has moved to regulate unlicensed financial advisers to protect novice investors.

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Kuaishou, best known for its short video platform, drives user-generated content, influencer marketing, and community engagement through shareable clips.

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When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

The stock connect programs with Shanghai and Shenzhen recorded historical highs in terms of revenue. Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing (HKEX: 388) reported its best-ever results for the first quarter of this year. Revenue reached USD 760 million, up 49% year-on-year, generating a net profit of USD 490 million for the quarter, up 70%.

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The firm aims to benefit from China's USD 30.4 billion smart agriculture market.

Chinese agricultural drone maker EAVision bags funding from Temasek, CITIC

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Dream11, India’s fantasy sports platform, engages cricket and football fans who create virtual teams to compete for prizes.

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