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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.

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Pinduoduo revolutionizes e-commerce with social group buying, connecting budget-conscious shoppers to discounts on a broad range of products.

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After entering its third Southeast Asian market, Temu is slowing its regional advance.

Temu expands into Thailand, takes cautious approach to Southeast Asia

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Deals in brief: Djoin secures seed funding from 500 Global, Vertex Ventures invests in South Korea’s Norma, five China deals, and more

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The key sector is prioritizing sustainable sales growth.

For China's e-commerce platforms, low prices are no longer enough

For China&#8217;s e-commerce platforms, low prices are no longer enough

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The Laos-China railway has become a key gateway for Thai and Malaysian exports.

Thailand's new rail links carry hope for expanded Chinese trade

Thailand&#8217;s new rail links carry hope for expanded Chinese trade

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Deals in brief: Thailand’s APX Solutions snags fresh funding, MUFG invests in USD 393 million in Mynt, Canva acquires Leonardo AI, and more

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Deals in brief: Beep closes USD 3.3 million round, M-DAQ Global acquires Easy Pay Transfers, ten China and India deals, and more

Not slowing down, Temu is shifting to a partial consignment model as part of a strategic change to sustain growth in the US and Europe.

PDD's Temu racks up USD 20 billion in first-half sales, surpassing 2023 total

PDD&#8217;s Temu racks up USD 20 billion in first-half sales, surpassing 2023 total

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