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What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

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Bringing you the latest news briefs on fundraising activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: IFC and Amartha collaborate to help finance Indonesia’s women-owned microenterprises, Novelship concludes Series B round, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: IFC and Amartha collaborate to help finance Indonesia’s women-owned microenterprises, Novelship concludes Series B round, and more

Spotlighting Asia&#039;s next wave of innovations.

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Gideon Ng

Header photo depicts Hukumku’s co-founders. From left to right: Glorio Yulianto, Fritz Hutapea, and Michael Jagadpramana. Photo courtesy of East Ventures.

Temasek, a Singaporean state-owned investment firm, drives sustainable growth, strategic acquisitions, and innovation in global markets.

Temasek

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Deals in brief: Hukumku, Parallax, and HN Novatech secure funding, Singapore institutions launch SGD 75 million deeptech pilot program, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Hukumku, Parallax, and HN Novatech secure funding, Singapore institutions launch SGD 75 million deeptech pilot program, and more

What extends a car’s lifecycle beyond the showroom? Investigate spare parts, performance upgrades, and services fueling the secondary automotive market.

Automotive Aftermarket

What powers tomorrow’s roads? Explore EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and battery advances sparking the shift toward sustainable transport.

Electric Vehicles

How is the way we move evolving? Explore developments in autonomous transportation, electric vehicles, and more efficient urban transit.

Mobility

Otoklix launched its own service centers, now leaning into AI, and is already an early pioneer in Indonesia’s EV aftermarket.

Automotive aftermarket startup Otoklix reports 2x annual growth, preps for EV revolution in Indonesia | KrASIA

Automotive aftermarket startup Otoklix reports 2x annual growth, preps for EV revolution in Indonesia

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AC Ventures

Vietnam

Deals in brief: Tin Men Capital leads investment in Manuva, MedEasy secures seed funding round, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Tin Men Capital leads investment in Manuva, MedEasy secures seed funding round, and more

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

Consumer Services

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

Think Indonesia is a series of informative sessions organized by KrASIA and 36Kr Chuhai to help companies navigate Indonesia’s dynamic business landscape.

Inside the shopper's mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia's e-commerce landscape | KrASIA

Inside the shopper&#8217;s mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia&#8217;s e-commerce landscape

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Sara Mandagie

How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

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The firm has highlighted how diversity and sustainability play into upcoming investment opportunities in Indonesia and the ASEAN region.

Unlocking Indonesia's economic potential: AC Ventures' commitment to women-led businesses and ESG investing | KrASIA

Unlocking Indonesia&#8217;s economic potential: AC Ventures&#8217; commitment to women-led businesses and ESG investing

The talent platform has gained significant traction as cross-border hiring goes mainstream amidst uncertain economic conditions.

Glints achieves significant revenue growth driven by cross-border demand | KrASIA

Glints achieves significant revenue growth driven by cross-border demand

Deals in brief: Hero MotoCorp set to back Ather Energy, Atomicwork emerges from stealth with seed funding, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Hero MotoCorp set to back Ather Energy, Atomicwork emerges from stealth with seed funding, and more

Where does real estate meet innovation? Study IoT building management, digital realty investments, and tech-enabled tenant services.

Prop Tech

The platform is designed to make property investments a breeze for both first-time and seasoned investors.

Unlocking access to real estate: Goro's tokenization of rental properties in Indonesia | KrASIA

Unlocking access to real estate: Goro&#8217;s tokenization of rental properties in Indonesia

Tesla’s electric cars, battery storage systems, and solar energy solutions shape sustainable transportation and power grids.

Tesla

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

What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

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

Transportation

The Tesla boss reprises his role as the industry's "spiritual leader" while the Trump factor adds questions.

Elon Musk and China chase humanoid dreams with echoes of EV buildup | KrASIA

Elon Musk and China chase humanoid dreams with echoes of EV buildup

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

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Nikkei Asia

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

DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

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

East Asia

What drives digital storytelling? Examine content creation, distribution channels, and media platforms connecting audiences worldwide.

Content

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

Creative

What happens when viewers join in real time? Explore live streaming platforms, audience interaction tools, and brand opportunities in instant video.

Live Streaming

Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

Short Video

How do visuals captivate global viewers? Dive into streaming services, production models, and evolving formats defining video engagement.

Video

A year after launch, DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 remains hard to find, fueled by social media buzz, a growing female user base, and the vlogging boom.

DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why | KrASIA

DJI’s Pocket 3 is selling out faster than it can restock—here’s why

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network. Since 2010, 36Kr has been delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends. 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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JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

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

Retail

With new locations opening in Beijing and Tianjin, JD.com is doubling down on its hybrid grocery strategy.

Indonesia

Deals in brief: IFC and Amartha collaborate to help finance Indonesia’s women-owned microenterprises, Novelship concludes Series B round, and more

Deals in brief: Hukumku, Parallax, and HN Novatech secure funding, Singapore institutions launch SGD 75 million deeptech pilot program, and more

Automotive aftermarket startup Otoklix reports 2x annual growth, preps for EV revolution in Indonesia

Deals in brief: Tin Men Capital leads investment in Manuva, MedEasy secures seed funding round, and more

Inside the shopper’s mind: Exploring consumer behavior in Indonesia’s e-commerce landscape

Unlocking Indonesia’s economic potential: AC Ventures’ commitment to women-led businesses and ESG investing

Glints achieves significant revenue growth driven by cross-border demand

Deals in brief: Hero MotoCorp set to back Ather Energy, Atomicwork emerges from stealth with seed funding, and more

Unlocking access to real estate: Goro’s tokenization of rental properties in Indonesia

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