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

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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: Game Theory, Skykraft, and Factorem raise fresh capital, DCG acquires Lamudi assets, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: Game Theory, Skykraft, and Factorem raise fresh capital, DCG acquires Lamudi assets, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

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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.

VinFast, a Vietnamese EV manufacturer, crafts electric cars and scooters, leading Southeast Asia’s shift toward sustainable mobility.

VinFast

Vingroup, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, spans industries like real estate, automotive, healthcare, and technology.

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Deals in brief: VinFast merges with Vingroup’s energy arm, SEEDS Capital adds three portfolio companies, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: VinFast merges with Vingroup’s energy arm, SEEDS Capital adds three portfolio companies, multiple China and India deals, and more

Malaysia

Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Mesh Bio, MoneyHero Group completes SPAC merger, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: East Ventures invests in Mesh Bio, MoneyHero Group completes SPAC merger, multiple China and India deals, and more

Indonesia

Thailand

Deals in brief: TNB Aura leads investment in Luna, new rounds closed by Eazy Digital, Phasio, and Republik, two China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: TNB Aura leads investment in Luna, new rounds closed by Eazy Digital, Phasio, and Republik, two China deals, and more

Gobi Partners invests in early-stage startups across Asia, supporting founders in e-commerce, media, and SaaS industries.

Gobi Partners

Deals in brief: Circular completes seed round, Gobi Partners leads investment in Ejen2u, seven China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Circular completes seed round, Gobi Partners leads investment in Ejen2u, seven China deals, and more

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

Retail

The company's NFC-based e-receipt solution promises to improve the retail payment experience while appealing to evolving consumer preferences.

Pi-xcels is transforming the retail experience with interactive e-receipts | KrASIA

Pi-xcels is transforming the retail experience with interactive e-receipts

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

E-commerce

How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

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

Grocery Delivery

How do goods cross borders seamlessly? Examine warehousing tech, route optimization, and data analytics building efficient supply chains.

Logistics

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

Mobility

What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

Ride-hailing

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

Transportation

What drives global exploration? Discover evolving tourism trends, hospitality services, and the shift toward personalized travel experiences.

Travel

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Maps have transcended mere navigation, adapting to diverse digital roles. NextBillion.ai is creating hyperlocal maps to align with this evolution, catering to present and future applications.

Beyond wayfinding: What you should know about the evolution of maps | KrASIA

Beyond wayfinding: What you should know about the evolution of maps

A weekly newsletter analyzing the pros and cons of emerging technology. Published every Thursday.

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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

Shopee risks going back to its old ways as new competitors besiege the Southeast Asian e-commerce market.

Shopee braces for e-commerce battle in Southeast Asia as competitors close in | KrASIA

Shopee braces for e-commerce battle in Southeast Asia as competitors close in

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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How do businesses grow responsibly? Examine green policies, sustainable materials, and climate commitments guiding corporate strategies.

Sustainability

RWDC Industries has developed a bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable plastic, presenting a potential solution to Singapore's recycling problem.

Singapore’s plastic recycling conundrum: Could bioplastics hold the key? | KrASIA

Singapore’s plastic recycling conundrum: Could bioplastics hold the key?

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

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

East Asia

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

Tencent

WeChat, Tencent’s superapp, combines messaging, social media, mobile payments, and mini-programs, streamlining daily tasks for over a billion users.

WeChat

Strong performance in key game titles and extended player engagement drove results.

Tencent surpasses Q4 2024 revenue forecasts with gaming and ad growth | KrASIA

Tencent surpasses Q4 2024 revenue forecasts with gaming and ad growth

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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How are driverless systems redefining mobility? Uncover sensor technologies, regulatory frameworks, and AI driving cars without human intervention.

Autonomous Vehicles

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

Electric Vehicles

Falcon is designed to adapt to various terrains, expanding Chery’s autonomous driving capabilities.

Chery unveils Falcon smart driving system, set to power 30 models by 2025 | KrASIA

Chery unveils Falcon smart driving system, set to power 30 models by 2025

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

Deep Tech

How is power evolving? Review renewable sources, grid innovations, and efficiency measures driving cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

Energy

A new policy mandating full market integration is reshaping China’s new energy industries, favoring those ready to compete.