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Blinkit (formerly Grofers) focuses on instant grocery delivery, bringing everyday essentials directly to Indian households.

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IPO-bound online grocery startup Grofers reports 42% rise in losses in FY20

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According to the latest data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the total UPI-led transactions on WhatsApp Pay in January this year fell by 31%.

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Facebook invested into Gojek back in June.

Gojek further integrates with Facebook to support MSMEs

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Kuaishou bonus for each employee: USD 4447

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, showcases locally popular short videos, influencer content, and creative challenges optimized for China’s market.

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Several tech firms will have generous bonuses for its employees. Newly-listed short video app Kuaishou (HKEX: 1024) said it prepared a "sunshine award" of 100 shares for each of its regular employees, 36Kr reported. The award is valued at around USD 4,447 based on its current price.

KEY STAT | Kuaishou announces employee dividend as share price rockets

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