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How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

Blockchain

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

Fintech

Thailand

As interest in cryptocurrencies surges across the region, Thailand is set to start testing a retail digital baht, with the help of German payment giant Giesecke & Devrient. The Bank of Thailand appointed the company to design a central bank digital currency (CBDC) prototype in a project that will cost THB 10 million (USD 320,000), according to a release on May 27.

Thailand ushers in new digital currency era as BoT is set to kick off CBDC tests | KrASIA

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Thailand ushers in new digital currency era as BoT is set to kick off CBDC tests

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Stephanie Li

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

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

Logistics

Bangkok-based courier Flash Express has notched USD 150 million before it aims to be a one-stop service for e-commerce shipping in Thailand and overseas.

Thai logistics firm Flash Express raises USD 150 million ahead of regional expansion | KrASIA

Thai logistics firm Flash Express raises USD 150 million ahead of regional expansion

Malaysia

Singapore

Real estate portal follows Grab and Gojek with Southeast Asia's latest megadeal. Real estate technology portal PropertyGuru said on Monday it will buy all of the shares in the units of Australia's REA Group that run competing platforms iProperty.com.my and Brickz.my in Malaysia, as well as thinkofliving.com and Prakard.com in Thailand.

Singapore's PropertyGuru to acquire Malaysia and Thailand rivals | KrASIA

Singapore&#8217;s PropertyGuru to acquire Malaysia and Thailand rivals

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What extends a car’s lifecycle beyond the showroom? Investigate spare parts, performance upgrades, and services fueling the secondary automotive market.

Automotive Aftermarket

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

Autonomous Vehicles

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

Mobility

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Singaporean classifieds marketplace Carousell has entered into the online used car marketplace with the launch of its auto sector, which is already accounting for a third of the group’s revenue.The news comes at a time when all eyes are on Carousell, which is on the verge of becoming Southeast Asia's next unicorn after bagging a USD 80 million investment from a consortium led by South Korean tech giant Naver last September. Carousell’s co-founder and CEO Quek Siu Rui told CNBC in an interview last October that the firm is increasing its focus on becoming profitable “in the next three to four years."

Carousell jumps on the automotive e-commerce bandwagon while navigating path to profitability | KrASIA

Carousell jumps on the automotive e-commerce bandwagon while navigating path to profitability

Traveloka, a Southeast Asian travel platform, helps users book flights, hotels, and local experiences seamlessly.

Traveloka

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

Travel

Indonesian travel tech unicorn Traveloka on Friday announced that it will partner with SCB 10X, the innovation arm of Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank (SCB), and form a joint company called Trex Ventures.Siam Commercial Bank is one of the largest lenders in Thailand and was reportedly involved in Traveloka's USD 250 million funding round in July last year. Together, the partners plan to create financial products that are tailored to meet the needs of travelers and lifestyle consumers in Thailand, said Pitiporn Phanaphat, chief business development and financial officer at SCB 10X.

Traveloka joins Siam Commercial Bank to create fintech products in Thailand | KrASIA

Traveloka joins Siam Commercial Bank to create fintech products in Thailand

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Khamila Mulia

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

Health Tech

Thailand's teleconsulting startups hope to reform the country's inefficient healthcare system, but regulatory hurdles hinder mass adoption.

Teleconsulting startups kick pandemic blues for Thailand’s medical tourism industry | KrASIA

Teleconsulting startups kick pandemic blues for Thailand’s medical tourism industry

Meta oversees social networks (like Facebook and Instagram), messaging apps, VR platforms, and digital ads, connecting billions across continents.

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Facebook on Wednesday said that it removed 185 accounts and pages associated with the Thai military, that posted content about alleged violence by insurgent groups in southern Thailand, as well as criticism on separatist and independence movements, according to a report of the company.

Facebook takes down 185 accounts and pages linked to Thai military | KrASIA

Facebook takes down 185 accounts and pages linked to Thai military

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By pioneering payments in virtual money, Beijing aims to internationalize the yuan.

Thailand and UAE join China's global digital currency push | KrASIA

Thailand and UAE join China&#8217;s global digital currency push

How does technology feed the planet? Explore precision farming, digital supply chains, and sustainability efforts shaping modern agriculture.

Agriculture

Can a free app improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers? Aukrit Unahalekhaka thinks so.

Ricult is building a 'Bloomberg Terminal' for Thailand's agricultural sector: Startup Stories | KrASIA

Ricult is building a &#8216;Bloomberg Terminal&#8217; for Thailand&#8217;s agricultural sector: Startup Stories

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

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.

JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities | KrASIA

JD.com’s 7Fresh ramps up warehouse store expansion in key cities

Qatar

A surge in investor participation and startup activity signals that Qatar’s investment in innovation is paying off.

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal | KrASIA

From World Cup to Web Summit: Qatar strengthens its global business appeal

I'm Xiaochun with 36Kr Global [kri’eɪʃə], a newborn digital media with a dedication to help Asia uncover its innovations and to create.

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