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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.

Southeast Asia

Where do digital assets find value? Consider market volatility, decentralized exchanges, and blockchain protocols shaping crypto economies.

Cryptocurrencies

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Thailand

As crypto traders struggle to sue Binance, the legal ramifications of exchange outages remain unclear.

As crypto traders struggle to sue Binance, the legal ramifications of exchange outages remain unclear

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Stephanie Li

Bukalapak, an Indonesian marketplace, empowers small merchants and connects consumers with diverse products online.

Bukalapak

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

Consumer Economy

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

E-commerce

Indonesia

Bukalapak's revenue grew 35% in 1H 2021 on the back of O2O business. Mitra Bukalapak contributed USD 20.3 million in revenue in 1H 2021.

Bukalapak's revenue grew 35% in 1H 2021 on the back of O2O business

Bukalapak&#8217;s revenue grew 35% in 1H 2021 on the back of O2O business

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Khamila Mulia

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How does finance become frictionless? Examine digital banking, payment innovation, and lending platforms redefining financial access.

Indonesian B2B fintech developer AyoConnect raises USD 10 million to advance open finance. AyoConnect has more than 100 clients.

Indonesian B2B fintech developer AyoConnect raises USD 10 million to advance open finance

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

Ovo is the most used and most popular e-wallet platform, according to the report.

4 takeaways from Kadence International on mobile payments adoption in Indonesia

How are digital assets protected? Analyze threat detection, encryption standards, and cybersecurity solutions safeguarding data.

Cybersecurity

Indonesia's electronic Health Alert Card leaks user data due to deficient data privacy protocols, according to researchers of cybersecurity firm vpnMentor.

Indonesia's electronic Health Alert Card leaks user data due to deficient data privacy protocols

Indonesia&#8217;s electronic Health Alert Card leaks user data due to deficient data privacy protocols

Zipmex seals USD 41 million investment led by Krungsi Finnovate. The firm has processed over USD 4 billion in gross transaction volume since late 2019.

Zipmex seals USD 41 million investment led by Krungsi Finnovate

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How is healthcare going digital? Investigate telemedicine, wearable sensors, and data-driven platforms improving patient experiences.

Health Tech

Malaysia

Philippines

Vietnam

Doctor Anywhere bags USD 65 million in one of Southeast Asia's largest telehealth funding rounds. Its transactions have grown by up to 400% year-on-year.

Doctor Anywhere bags USD 65 million in one of Southeast Asia's largest telehealth funding rounds

Doctor Anywhere bags USD 65 million in one of Southeast Asia&#8217;s largest telehealth funding rounds

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

Deep Tech

What revolutionizes mealtimes? Investigate alternative proteins, supply chain tracking, and delivery services fueling the future of food.

Food Tech

Singapore was the first country to approve cell-based meat for human consumption and sale in 2020. Now, it's becoming a hub for the alt protein industry.

Singapore has a strong appetite for alternative proteins

How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

Social Impact

ESG considerations are now a part of almost every investor's process.

The search for substantive sustainability

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Deloitte Southeast Asia Innovation Team

BYD, a Chinese EV maker, produces electric cars, buses, and batteries, accelerating adoption of sustainable transportation worldwide.

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

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

Discounts of up to 34% add to pressure that could squeeze out weaker players.

BYD price bombshell raises specter of wider China EV consolidation

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

The startup is building bots that prioritize emotional presence over technical perfection, hoping that’s what wins over families.

Joyin races to rewire homes with emotionally aware robots

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. 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 do we store tomorrow’s power? Evaluate battery R&amp;D, manufacturing progress, and recycling strategies fueling energy independence.

Batteries

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

Energy

The Chinese firm hopes its “cold core” architecture will reshape expectations for the 4680 form factor.

Can cylindrical EV batteries make a comeback? Talent New Energy thinks so

KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories—alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.