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

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Once mistaken for a foreign brand, Pelliot is now bound for an IPO as one of China’s top outdoor apparel labels.

Budget brand no more? Pelliot readies Hong Kong IPO after profit surge

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Asmoke is reengineering barbecue with sensors and startup swagger, betting that pitmasters are ready for a tech upgrade.

Can a smart grill from China earn a place in American backyards?

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

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

Deals in brief: DailyCo acquires Waku to grow in Indonesia, Neufast raises pre-Series A funding, latest China investments, and more

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KrASIA tracks China’s tech and business stories—alongside key developments across the broader Asia Pacific region.

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Agnes translates her 35 years of banking experience into starting a fitness business venture.

[Tuning In] Agnes Liew, ex-banker turned fitness entrepreneur, empowers women to age healthily and gracefully

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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.

Genashtim leverages technology and the internet to connect marginalized communities to the global economy.

[Tuning in] Founder of Genashtim on working with people with disabilities, refugees, and other marginalized groups

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How can businesses drive positive change? Study policies, ESG strategies, and community initiatives fostering global social advancement.

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Djauhari Oratmangun currently serves as the Ambassador of The Republic of Indonesia to the People's Republic of China and Mongolia. He talks about his life journey and current job posting.

[Tuning In] From village to the globe: Ambassador Djauhari Oratmangun on bridging nations and its people

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What medical tools shape care delivery? Assess medical devices, diagnostics, and digital services refining patient treatment.

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Googling health questions online led Sean to build a discreet digital health clinic for men.

[Tuning In] Sean Low on taboo in men's health and how machismo shouldn’t get in the way for men to feel their best

[Tuning In] Sean Low on taboo in men&#8217;s health and how machismo shouldn’t get in the way for men to feel their best

Pomelo's e-commerce sales grew 250% since the pandemic

Producing inspiring content and building a community are the next big trends in the fashion retail sector, says Pomelo's CEO.

'Our e-commerce business grew 250% from the lockdown': Q&A with Pomelo CEO David Jou

&#8216;Our e-commerce business grew 250% from the lockdown&#8217;: Q&#038;A with Pomelo CEO David Jou

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The 2019 League of Legends World Championship Finals at AccorHotels Arena on November 10, 2019 in Paris, France. Photo by Colin Young-Wolff. Courtesy of Riot Games.

Paytm, an Indian digital payments app, enables mobile transactions, bill payments, and financial products for millions of users.

Paytm

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

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The company claims to be the emerging number two player after Dream11.

Around 60% of winners in fantasy sports hail from smaller towns: Paytm First Games

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Tech firms need to protect the cloud, Horangi CEO says

How are digital assets protected? Analyze threat detection, encryption standards, and cybersecurity solutions safeguarding data.

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Enterprise services is an over-arching term to describe an architecture combining engineering discipline and computer science to solve practical business problems. 

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"Businesses should make decisions with security in mind, instead of solely growth," says Hadjy.

'Cloud is what firms need to protect the most': Q&amp;A with Horangi CEO Paul Hadjy

&#8216;Cloud is what firms need to protect the most&#8217;: Q&amp;A with Horangi CEO Paul Hadjy

With 23 years of experience underneath her belt, Winnie shares how she uses her experience to coach new startups.

[Tuning In] Winnie Khoo says new entrepreneurs need to unlearn most things, and prepare to leave everything at the door

Tiffany talks about reducing bias in the hiring process and how companies can better support people with disabilities.

[Tuning In] Tiffany Yu on empowering people with disabilities in the workplace

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