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A rush to popularize the Western-developed tool has evoked shades of DeepSeek fever.

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Deals in brief: Wavemaker Impact backs Virdalis, MetaComp and dtcpay raise funding, PixVerse reaches unicorn status, and more

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

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

Xpeng Motors builds intelligent EVs equipped with advanced infotainment systems, autonomous features, and sleek electric mobility designs.

Xpeng Motors

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eVTOL Aircraft

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The funding will support the Xpeng subsidiary in scaling production of its modular eVTOL vehicle.

Xpeng-backed Aridge raises funding to advance modular flying car production

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Didi, a Chinese mobility platform, connects riders to taxis, private cars, and ride-sharing options, integrating AI-driven route optimization.

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According to reports on Tuesday, Didi is postponing Hong Kong listing plans, with VP Li Min saying IPO is not a priority.

Ridesharing giant Didi revamps app amid Hong Kong IPO speculation

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Ant Financial’s Alipay platform launches health insurance for furry friends.

Alipay allows pet owners to buy insurance by using facial recognition on their cats and dogs

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

Fintech

Based on a report by Boston Consulting Group, investments in Singapore-based fintech firms spiked year-on-year to SGD 650 million.

A new portal lists available grants and over 500 fintech jobs in Singapore

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Kris Wu made his name as part of South Korean–Chinese boy band Exo, which amassed a large fan base in China. Courtesy of Kris Wu via South China Morning Post.

Fans of celebrities in China have earned a reputation for zealousness, harassment, doxxing, and review bombing.

Weibo is trying to put a stop to China’s extreme celebrity fan culture

Amazon leads e-commerce, streaming (Prime Video), and AWS cloud infrastructure, redefining retail, media, and data services.

Amazon

Flipkart, a prominent Indian e-commerce marketplace, hosts electronics, fashion, and home goods with fast shipping and easy returns.

Flipkart

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

India showed a negative growth in its total exports of goods and services in the first quarter of this year which is estimated to be USD 27.96 billion.

Amazon India exports 'Made in India' goods worth USD 2 billion in over two years

Amazon India exports &#8216;Made in India&#8217; goods worth USD 2 billion in over two years

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Share price surges 60% this year on growing market share.

Fueled by Tesla deal, LG Chem goes full throttle on EV batteries

JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

JD.com

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

Automotive Aftermarket

The new app is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for car dealers, but is yet to be "officially released".

CHINA BRIEF | JD.com sputters launch of B2B car dealing app

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

What streamlines global commerce? Examine digital wallets, cross-border remittances, and instant settlement technologies.

Payments

Alibaba will support Airwallex’s growth in the Greater China region.

CHINA BRIEF | Tencent-backed payments unicorn Airwallex scores new investment from Alibaba

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Song Jingli

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

Bukalapak

Teddy Oetomo, who replaces co-founder Fajrin Rasyid, joined the Ant Financial-backed Bukalapak in July 2018 as Chief Strategy Officer.

Bukalapak names Teddy Oetomo new president

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