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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.

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

Deals in brief: Trive Ventures launches new fund, Zus Coffee bags MYR 250 million, East Ventures and Temasek Foundation wrap up CIIC 2024, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: Trive Ventures launches new fund, Zus Coffee bags MYR 250 million, East Ventures and Temasek Foundation wrap up CIIC 2024, and more

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

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Philippines

Deals in brief: Charge+ secures Series A funding, Clime Capital invests in UGEP, eight China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Charge+ secures Series A funding, Clime Capital invests in UGEP, eight China deals, and more

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

Gojek

GoTo, formed by Gojek and Tokopedia, merges ride-hailing, logistics, and retail into a single super-app ecosystem.

GoTo

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

Grab

Sea Group operates digital entertainment (Garena), e-commerce (Shopee), and fintech (SeaMoney) platforms across Southeast Asia.

Sea Group

Shopee, a Southeast Asian online marketplace, features interactive shopping, flash deals, and localized payment options.

Shopee

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Tokopedia, an Indonesian online marketplace, empowers entrepreneurs, brands, and SMEs to reach digital-savvy consumers.

Tokopedia

Thailand

Vietnam

Meanwhile, the investors are prizing profitability over merely cutting losses.

ASEAN tech stars Grab, GoTo, and Sea fight to retain market sparkle | KrASIA

ASEAN tech stars Grab, GoTo, and Sea fight to retain market sparkle

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

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GovTech’s CTO discusses Singapore’s digital trajectory, highlighting innovation, resilience, and the importance of events like the STACK Developer Conference.

Shaping a digital nation: GovTech’s Chang Sau Sheong on leading Singapore’s tech evolution | KrASIA

Shaping a digital nation: GovTech’s Chang Sau Sheong on leading Singapore’s tech evolution

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

The startup is developing industry-specific models for pharma, materials, and other industries.

Singapore unicorn PatSnap to expand AI-powered patent search | KrASIA

Singapore unicorn PatSnap to expand AI-powered patent search

How do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

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

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

Transportation

Manufacturers must stay attuned to automotive consumers’ shifting preferences to stay ahead.

Keeping up with consumer preferences: The way forward for BEVs in Southeast Asia | KrASIA

Keeping up with consumer preferences: The way forward for BEVs in Southeast Asia

Lee Seong Jin is an automotive sector leader at Deloitte Southeast Asia. Lee leads the strategy, operations, and business development of Deloitte’s automotive practice in the region. With more than 22 years of experience in management consulting, his areas of expertise include business growth, strategy, innovation, and digital transformation.

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Central Asia

Deals in brief: BillEase secures Series C funding, AC Ventures joins Oatside’s Series B round, seven China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: BillEase secures Series C funding, AC Ventures joins Oatside’s Series B round, seven China deals, and more

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

Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

Didi

India

Deals in brief: Didi takes stake in AutoAi, Validus secures USD 50 million debt facility from HSBC, Genesia Ventures backs LaLa, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Didi takes stake in AutoAi, Validus secures USD 50 million debt facility from HSBC, Genesia Ventures backs LaLa, and more

Oceania

Deals in brief: Protos Labs completes seed round, Honor gets funding boost from China Mobile, Laiqa Wellness lands INR 150 million, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Protos Labs completes seed round, Honor gets funding boost from China Mobile, Laiqa Wellness lands INR 150 million, and more

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.

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

Robotics

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

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

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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 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

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

Grocery Delivery

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

On-demand Services

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.