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Laifen is sinking serious money into shavers, wagering that innovation will help it trump incumbents like Philips and Braun.

After hair dryers, Laifen targets the other side of bathroom counters with a shaver built from scratch

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Businesses offering bargains came out ahead of their high-end peers, based on Q1 earnings.

Discount coffee, hotels thrive in China's penny-pinching economy

Discount coffee, hotels thrive in China&#8217;s penny-pinching economy

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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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With high mobile phone and internet penetration, the e-commerce sector is set to grow with the entry of international players like Alibaba-backed Daraz Group.

Myanmar’s UMG Idealab invests in local startup Zay Chin &amp; Indonesian startup Moodco

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The startup's case is a cautionary tale for anyone who equates large investment rounds with success.

Dubai’s Awok shuts down a year after raising USD 30 million Series A round

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

3One4 Capital would invest anywhere between USD 500,000 to USD 4 million each in 25 to 30 startups.

Early-stage venture capital firm 3One4 Capital announces USD 100 million third fund

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Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

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Zomato, an Indian food delivery platform, lets customers discover eateries, order meals, and explore culinary experiences.

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

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What revolutionizes mealtimes? Investigate alternative proteins, supply chain tracking, and delivery services fueling the future of food.

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This is an estimate by HSBC and isn't Zomato's current valuation.

HSBC Global Research values Indian food delivery giant Zomato at USD 5 billion

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Google dominates online search, digital ads, and cloud solutions, powering discovery, analytics, and smartphone operating systems.

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How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

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This round of funding comes 10 months after it raised USD 45 million last year.

Google and Lightstone lead USD 28 million round in delivery startup Dunzo

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Scooters have played an important role in the government’s recent decision to grow micromobility infrastructure in Tel Aviv by more than 50% over the next five years.

Tel Avivians clock over 5 million rides in 2 years with Bird e-scooters

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NoCamels

The company, a joint venture between Telkom and eBay, has been operating since 2014.

Indonesian e-commerce platform Blanja shuts down

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Ursula Florene

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

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Singtel will offer 5G services at speeds of more than 1Gbps in a three-month trial.

In the race to adopt 5G, Singapore rolls out its second network

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State-run People’s Daily takes aim at the automatic payment model used in many domestic apps, calling it a trap.