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

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

Prop Tech

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With an all-cash buyout, PropertyGuru exits the public markets, marking a new chapter under EQT’s ownership.

PropertyGuru to delist from NYSE following USD 1.1 billion acquisition by EQT | KrASIA

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

ByteDance

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

TikTok hosts short-form videos spanning entertainment, education, and branded content, capturing global audiences and driving cultural trends.

TikTok

TikTok’s first multimarket TechJam in Singapore showcased Southeast Asia’s top student teams tackling privacy, AI content creation, shopping personalization, and more.

TikTok wraps up Singapore hackathon, reveals grand final winners | KrASIA

TikTok wraps up Singapore hackathon, reveals grand final winners

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

Oceania

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

Deals in brief: Investible backs DeCarice’s hydrogen push, Komerce merges with RajaOngkir, Australia announces first round of IGP grants, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Investible backs DeCarice’s hydrogen push, Komerce merges with RajaOngkir, Australia announces first round of IGP grants, and more

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

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

East Asia

Lazada, an e-commerce marketplace in Southeast Asia, links shoppers to a wide range of products, deals, and cross-border brands.

Lazada

TikTok Shop, the e-commerce arm of TikTok, enables in-app shopping by connecting users with brands and creators through live commerce and short videos.

TikTok Shop

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

E-commerce

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Lazada’s first profit milestone hints at Alibaba’s USD 7.7 billion investment bearing fruit, but intense competition leaves a long road ahead.

Alibaba’s Lazada achieves first profit despite TikTok Shop’s 2023 market surge | KrASIA

Alibaba’s Lazada achieves first profit despite TikTok Shop’s 2023 market surge

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India

Deals in brief: Syfe secures USD 27 million in equity round, Pintar acquires three Indonesian companies, four China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Syfe secures USD 27 million in equity round, Pintar acquires three Indonesian companies, four China deals, and more

With secure payments and tracked deliveries, Carousell is tackling the anxieties of secondhand shopping, offering Hong Kongers a safer path to sustainable choices.

Carousell revamps secondhand shopping in Hong Kong with new app features | KrASIA

Carousell revamps secondhand shopping in Hong Kong with new app features

Deals in brief: HealthCred and Vayana raise funding, Antler announces final close of second Southeast Asia fund, three China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: HealthCred and Vayana raise funding, Antler announces final close of second Southeast Asia fund, three China deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Aevice Health and Reforged Labs raise funding, Payoneer acquires Singapore-based Skuad, six China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Aevice Health and Reforged Labs raise funding, Payoneer acquires Singapore-based Skuad, six China deals, and more

Deals in brief: Mushroom Material secures funding to produce fungi-based styrofoam alternative, UnaBiz closes first pre-Series C round, Evo bags USD 2.1 million, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Mushroom Material secures funding to produce fungi-based styrofoam alternative, UnaBiz closes first pre-Series C round, Evo bags USD 2.1 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.

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

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 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

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

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

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.