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

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Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, provides ride-hailing, food delivery, and mobile payments, connecting millions to on-demand services.

Grab

Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem is a melting pot of startups and businesses of all sizes, all vying for rapid growth.

Southeast Asia

WeRide refines autonomous vehicle software, deploying AI-driven solutions that improve road safety, efficiency, and future-ready mobility.

WeRide

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While low taxes are a major draw, compliance risks and less known requirements can turn early gains into long-term liabilities.

For Chinese firms, the UAE’s business-friendly image comes with caveats

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The edtech firm’s latest report explores how tech can drive outcomes across Indonesia’s education ecosystem.

Cakap deepens roots in education by addressing early learning gaps, releases “Impact Report 2024”

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Over 100 patients were seen in Huangguang, Hubei on Monday by doctors in another province.

CHINA BRIEF | Sichuan doctors use 5G technology to perform remote coronavirus diagnosis in Hubei

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People wearing masks on a subway in Shanghai. Source: Shutterstock.

The daily production capacity of masks in China more than quintupled in February.

Shenzhen to extend face mask lottery to 60,000 daily recipients as migrant workers return

Wency Chen is a reporter KrASIA based in Beijing, covering tech innovations in&amp;beyond the Greater China Area. Previously, she studied at Columbia Journalism School and reported on art exhibits, New York public school systems, LGBTQ+ rights, and Asian immigrants. She is also an enthusiastic reader, a diehard fan of indie rock and spicy hot pot, as well as a to-be filmmaker (Let’s see). Follow her on Twitter: @ChenWQ45 Tips go to: wency@kr-asia.com

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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.

Japan is one of the countries with the highest number of infected people.

Alibaba and Jack Ma donate 1 million medical masks to Japan as coronavirus spreads globally

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Ola, an Indian ride-hailing leader, offers car rentals, electric scooters, and food delivery, bridging mobility gaps across major cities.

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It raised USD 105 million in equity funding earlier this year.

Indian electric vehicle startup Bounce raises USD 6.5 million venture debt from InnoVen Capital

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Oppo, a Chinese smartphone producer, emphasizes advanced camera features, sleek designs, and immersive audiovisual experiences.

Oppo

Oppo Kash comes three months after Xiaomi and RealMe entered financial services space in India.

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo ventures into financial services in India

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Moulishree Srivastava

GVV Batch 3 is looking for startups that offer solutions to simplify the supply chain and operations in the logistics and food management sector.

Grab Ventures Velocity returns with its third cohort

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Khamila Mulia

The firm is one of the pioneers in China's burgeoning private aerospace sector.

CHINA BRIEF | Private commercial satellite firm MinoSpace secures USD 14 million in Series A2+ round

Oyo, an Indian hospitality platform, aggregates affordable accommodations, bringing travelers budget hotels and homestays under one brand.

It earned around USD 900 million in two partial exits in India market last year.

Lightspeed Venture Partners to raise USD 300 million for third India-focused fund

MasterCard to lead Digiasia Series B funding round. Picture courtesy of MasterCard.

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

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MasterCard

The company will provide both capital and strategic assistance as Digiasia looks to strengthen its services for underserved individuals and SMEs.

Mastercard to lead Indonesian startup Digiasia's Series B funding

Mastercard to lead Indonesian startup Digiasia&#8217;s Series B funding

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