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How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

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When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

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What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

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What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

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Bringing you the latest updates on funding deals and activities in the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Flash Coffee eyes expansion with USD 3 million boost, Thunes raises Series D funding, Manus creator nets USD 75 million, and more | KrASIA

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Deals in brief: Flash Coffee eyes expansion with USD 3 million boost, Thunes raises Series D funding, Manus creator nets USD 75 million, and more

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Vietnam

Both Asian countries maneuver amid trade negotiations with Washington.

Vietnam, South Korea crack down on Chinese goods skirting US tariffs | KrASIA

Vietnam, South Korea crack down on Chinese goods skirting US tariffs

36Kr is China's most influential business and technology network, delivering high-quality content focused on China’s innovation and new economy trends since 2010. With its extensive traffic and network, 36Kr has built a comprehensive database and strong data analytics capabilities to provide insights into China’s technology landscape.

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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.

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

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How does dinner arrive at your door? Study platform partnerships, last-mile delivery, and culinary trends powering the takeaway economy.

Food Delivery

What changes the way we shop? Review fresh inventory management, dark stores, and logistics driving door-to-door grocery services.

Grocery Delivery

How do platforms deliver on immediacy? Analyze ride-hailing, instant deliveries, and gig models meeting consumer needs fast.

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What redefines personal transport? Investigate pricing models, user experience, and new entrants reshaping door-to-door mobility.

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Strong performances across mobility, deliveries, and financial services drove Grab’s better-than-expected first-quarter results.

Grab raises EBITDA outlook as Q1 revenue and user growth beat expectations | KrASIA

Grab raises EBITDA outlook as Q1 revenue and user growth beat expectations

ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

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

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Can brief clips hold lasting impact? Analyze short-form content trends, creator communities, and platform strategies for rapid viewer engagement.

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Douyin’s strengths in short video virality, along with the network of internet stars on its platform, could put it in an enviable position to capitalize on influencers and social e-commerce.

Douyin set to add “Products” category to its search bar | KrASIA

Douyin set to add “Products” category to its search bar

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Lao Bei

Ant Group, a fintech powerhouse, offers digital payments, wealth management tools, and micro loans, enabling borderless, mobile-first financial services.

Ant Group

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

Didi

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Sequoia Capital is the most successful unicorn breeder

China now has 202 unicorns, says report | KrASIA

China now has 202 unicorns, says report

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Luna Lin

TikTok

The United States alone accounted for about two-thirds of TikTok's global revenue.

TikTok global revenue reached USD 11 million in Q1 2019 | KrASIA

TikTok global revenue reached USD 11 million in Q1 2019

Visitor numbers for Indonesia hit a high last year, but the country plans to pull in even more tourists.

Indonesia teams up with TikTok to boost tourism | KrASIA

Indonesia teams up with TikTok to boost tourism

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The feud between the two Chinese tech giants is reaching a whole new level.

Baidu and ByteDance in legal tug of war | KrASIA

Baidu and ByteDance in legal tug of war

Ending a three-week row between the Chinese tech giant and Indian authorities.

Indian court lifts TikTok ban after ByteDance pledges to invest USD 1 billion in the country | KrASIA

Indian court lifts TikTok ban after ByteDance pledges to invest USD 1 billion in the country

India

The ultimatum came after TikTok's commitment to invest USD 1 billion locally over the next three years.

Indian supreme court issues ultimatum on TikTok ban | KrASIA

Indian supreme court issues ultimatum on TikTok ban

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.