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

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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Douyin’s content ecosystem offers brands a path to adapt to shifting consumer habits, engage users, and drive demand across channels.

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How does Douyin fuel omnichannel growth for brands?

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Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more | KrASIA

Deals in brief: Bolttech raises Series C funding, Catcha Digital to acquire stakes in Tastefully and Drive 2 Digital, latest China deals, and more

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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.

Startup Wire | All Falls Down. The latest startup briefs from across the Asia Pacific region.

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Startup Wire | All Falls Down

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The Uptake | Knowledge Transfer

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The Uptake | Rising Market

The Uptake | Ambitions of Amusement. Deep dives into TikTok's strategy.

The Uptake | Ambitions of Amusement | KrASIA

The Uptake | Ambitions of Amusement

Startup Wire | Bring the Ruckus. The latest startup briefs from across the Asia Pacific region.

Startup Wire | Bring the Ruckus | KrASIA

Startup Wire | Bring the Ruckus

The Uptake | Driving Force. Steering into the growing auto sector in Vietnam.

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The Uptake | Driving Force

The Uptake | Better Food. A path to food security.

The Uptake | Better Food | KrASIA

The Uptake | Better Food

Startup Wire | Welcome Back. The latest startup briefs from across the Asia Pacific region.