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

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Samsung, a South Korean electronics giant, offers smartphones, smart TVs, home appliances, and semiconductors driving novel consumer experiences.

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The deal follows regulatory approval for seven on-device AI services.

ModelBest’s on-device AI model is coming to Samsung smartphones

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

Alipay, a fintech platform by Ant Group, offers mobile payments, financial services, and e-commerce integrations, supporting transactions globally.

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

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Deals in brief: Ant International raises Series A funding, Granite-Integral backs Berlin-based Omio, 13 China investments, and more

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

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Plus, Ant Financial is reportedly seeking a dual listing in Hong Kong and mainland China. Ola in talks to invest in scooter rental startup Vogo Automotive.

KrASIA Daily: Thai E-commerce Market to Become New

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Neisha is looking to improve its services.

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in Gadget Rental Startup Neisha's Tens of Millions of Yuan Financing Round

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in Gadget Rental Startup Neisha&#8217;s Tens of Millions of Yuan Financing Round

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Existing investors include WM Motors, Fosun, and GGV Capital.

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in China's Third-Largest Hellobike's $700 Million Round

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in China&#8217;s Third-Largest Hellobike&#8217;s $700 Million Round

Plus, Walmart may buy a majority stake in Flipkart by the end of June. SGX would list Indian equity derivative products in June.

KrASIA Daily: Warburg Pincus in Talks to Invest in Ant Financial's $8 Billion Round

KrASIA Daily: Warburg Pincus in Talks to Invest in Ant Financial&#8217;s $8 Billion Round

Singapore's Temasek Holdings is reportedly seeking to lead the round.

Deals | What is Beyond a Unicorn? Ant Financial

Plus, Ola in talks to buy Freshmenu. Grab Philippines will keep running the Uber app until April 15. 

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba just Gave Birth to the World's Biggest Unicorn

KrASIA Daily: Alibaba just Gave Birth to the World&#8217;s Biggest Unicorn

Management Reshuffle at Ant Financial: Eric JING Takes Office as Executive Chairman, While Lucy PENG Doubles Down on Lazada Business

Alibaba has invested a total $4 billion in Lazada.

Management Reshuffle at Ant Financial: Eric Jing Takes Office as Executive Chairman, While Lucy Peng Doubles Down on Lazada Business

The fourth quarter, thanks to Alibaba’s Singles’ Day sale, is usually a strong quarter for Alibaba and its financial affiliate Ant Financial.

Chinese Mobile Payment Sector Keeps Growing Momentum

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WeChat and AliPay Expanding their Businesses into Canadian Universities

As more Chinese student come to Canada, so did WeChat and AliPay

Chauncey Jung works with a unicorn Internet firm based out of Beijing. His professional experience pays him off an insider perspective over China’s internet industry. Completed his bachelor and master education in Canada, Chauncey is obsessed with trending technologies and economic developments across Asia. He can be reached at chaunceyzhang@foxmail.com.

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KrASIA Daily: Thai E-commerce Market to Become New

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in Gadget Rental Startup Neisha’s Tens of Millions of Yuan Financing Round

Deals | Ant Financial Invests in China’s Third-Largest Hellobike’s $700 Million Round

KrASIA Daily: Warburg Pincus in Talks to Invest in Ant Financial’s $8 Billion Round