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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.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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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: Alina Vision, Toki, and HashKey Group secure funding, Roojai acquires Lifepal, nine China deals, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: Alina Vision, Toki, and HashKey Group secure funding, Roojai acquires Lifepal, nine China deals, and more

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Deals in brief: Purpose Venture Capital backs Bioworks, Grab injects SGD 145.1 million into GXS Bank, former Twitter CEO raises funding for AI startup, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Purpose Venture Capital backs Bioworks, Grab injects SGD 145.1 million into GXS Bank, former Twitter CEO raises funding for AI startup, and more

Deals in brief: BroilerX raises pre-Series A funding, AC Ventures backs skincare brand Gmeelan, 14 other China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: BroilerX raises pre-Series A funding, AC Ventures backs skincare brand Gmeelan, 14 other China and India deals, and more

Deals in brief: FlyOro secure pre-Series A funding, OKX Ventures backs Polyhedra Network, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: FlyOro secure pre-Series A funding, OKX Ventures backs Polyhedra Network, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

Mixue Bingcheng runs beverage shops, leveraging mobile ordering and social commerce to serve refreshing drinks and desserts.

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Mixue Bingcheng is earning good money in China, but the perennial challenge of managing franchise stores en masse remains an ongoing struggle.

Should Mixue Bingcheng bear the blame when its franchisees get caught up in controversy? | KrASIA

Should Mixue Bingcheng bear the blame when its franchisees get caught up in controversy?

KrASIA Connection curates technology and innovation updates from China.

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Deals in brief: Vietnam’s Be Group secures VND 739.5 billion, Zendesk acquires Klaus, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Vietnam’s Be Group secures VND 739.5 billion, Zendesk acquires Klaus, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

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

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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.

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

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

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Lazada's decision to retrench employees may be unpalatable, but Shopee's recent trajectory suggests that it could be a strategic move for the company.

Lazada layoffs: An outcome of a sobering reality check for the Southeast Asian e-commerce company | KrASIA

Lazada layoffs: An outcome of a sobering reality check for the Southeast Asian e-commerce company

A recent study predicts that the city-state has lost approximately 37% of its species, nearly half of the initial estimate made in 2003.

Biodiversity loss in Singapore may be less severe than initially estimated | KrASIA

Biodiversity loss in Singapore may be less severe than initially estimated

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Deals in brief: Atome raises USD 31 million from parent firm, Asia Partners closes second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Atome raises USD 31 million from parent firm, Asia Partners closes second fund, multiple China and India deals, and more

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

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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

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

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

Deals in brief: Grab reportedly in GoTo takeover talks, Kyberlife and Bluesify raise funding, Fore Coffee targets Indonesia IPO, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Grab reportedly in GoTo takeover talks, Kyberlife and Bluesify raise funding, Fore Coffee targets Indonesia IPO, and more

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

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

Batteries

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

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

Electric Vehicles

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

Energy

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

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

Transportation

BYD’s “super e-platform” is here to help EV drivers forget about range anxiety.

BYD’s new EVs could charge faster than your smartphone | KrASIA

BYD’s new EVs could charge faster than your smartphone

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