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

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The company is signaling a move into the Philippine market. According to a Bloomberg report, Bukalapak has started exploring the possibility to go public on the Indonesian Stock Exchange (IDX), before embarking into the US markets, by merging with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).

Microsoft-backed Bukalapak considers US listing via SPAC

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

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Pinduoduo is increasingly penetrating China's agriculture sector with investments in upgrading its supply chain, and the launch of grocery group buying.

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Xendit says it processes more than 65 million transactions with USD 6.5 billion in payment value annually.

Accel, Y Combinator pour USD 64.6 million into Indonesian payment gateway Xendit

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AirAsia food aims to give better value by offering low-cost options.

AirAsia food is now available in Singapore, with free delivery until March 16

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Infarm has vertical farms located in urban areas like supermarkets, distribution centers, and restaurants.

Urban farming startup Infarm launches cloud-connected growing centers

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India’s tech landscape blossoms with e-commerce startups, fintech innovations, and IT services shaping a growing digital consumer base.

Startups gearing up to go public include food tech major Zomato, beauty retailer Nykaa, digital insurance marketplace PolicyBazaar, omnichannel eyewear retailer Lenskart, among others.

India sees increased momentum from IPO-bound tech startups

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

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While Clubhouse gave new life to audio-based social networking, copying is never a good short cut.

Chinese Clubhouse followers flock to the race, but now what?

SEA to offer $400m convertible notes after losses tripled in Q1

Sea Group operates digital entertainment (Garena), e-commerce (Shopee), and fintech (SeaMoney) platforms across Southeast Asia.

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The company is launching an investment arm and artificial intelligence research lab on the back of a strong 2020 performance.

Sea Group posts robust growth in 2020 as gaming and e-commerce swell during the pandemic

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