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With operations in 170 cities nationwide, the startup is building one of the fastest-growing autonomous delivery fleets in China.

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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.

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Amid the allegations of toxic work culture, Byju’s has remained unfettered and is scouting for additional funding.

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