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Welcome to Tech in Asia - the go-to destination for all things tech in Asia! Our Telegram channel, @techinasiaofficial, is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and updates in the technology industry across the region. As the largest English-language technology media company focused on Asia, we are constantly on the pulse of what's happening in the tech world. From the newest startups making waves to the established titans shaping the industry, we have you covered. Our team of expert writers and editors work tirelessly to provide you with insightful and informative content to keep you informed and engaged. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, startup founder, investor, or simply curious about the tech scene in Asia, our channel is the perfect place for you. Join us on @techinasiaofficial and stay ahead of the curve with the latest tech news and updates in Asia!

Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 11:57


Zepto relocates HQ to India ahead of anticipated IPO

Recent regulatory revisions in India have made it easier for companies to move their headquarters back to the country.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 09:38


Unilever Indonesia on shaky ground

Sign up for the Daily Newsletter, sent exclusively to our premium subscribers. We break down the big and messy topics of Asia’s tech and startup community. Get the newsletter in your inbox everyday with a premium subscription. Hello reader, Have you seen the 2010 movie 127 Hours? It follows a man whose arm gets trapped […]

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 09:07


These are the most active investors in Southeast Asia’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Southeast Asian startups?

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 07:07


Explaining your crazy pivot to investors

This week’s On the Rise looks at CreateAI, which is taking a dramatic pivot, and the US cryptoverse under Donald Trump.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 07:07


20 largest exits in SEA

Here's our regularly updated list of the region's biggest startup exits.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 05:56


‘The first’ AI clinical documentation firm launches in APAC

Docca's platform aims to help clinicians reduce burnout and focus more on patient care.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 04:58


Indian fintech firm boosts leadership with two appointments

FlexiLoans was founded in 2016, focusing on lending for SMEs and underserved segments.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 04:11


More eFishery senior execs ‘actively involved’ in fraud: audit

At least 10 leaders at the Indonesian aquatech unicorn deceived auditors, inflated bonuses, or did both, a report found.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 03:46


Indian mobility startup raises $8m to expand EV network

VoltUp operates battery charging stations and manufactures lithium-ion batteries.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 03:25


Indian tech firm Zoho CEO steps down, shifts focus to AI

Shailesh Davey, co-founder and VP of ManageEngine, will become Zoho's new group CEO.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 03:10


Trump says Microsoft in talks to acquire TikTok

Trump expressed support for a competitive bidding process for the app.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 03:08


Flipkart-backed Shadowfax acquires tech logistics firm

Shadowfax operates in over 2,500 cities and 18,000 pin codes across India.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 03:04


DeepSeek unveils new open-source AI, outperforms rivals

The launch positions DeepSeek's Janus-Pro-7B as a notable entry in the generative AI market.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 02:22


Weibo updates algorithms to focus on public values

Weibo's update includes a new "public index" feature designed to assess the relevance of popular content.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 01:52


Amazon, AWS CEOs visit Israel R&D center on AI chips

Amazon's Haifa center specializes in developing AI chips and plays a key role in AWS’s AI chip division.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 01:09


Forget startups as MBAs snap up SMEs in Singapore

Aspiring entrepreneurs are looking to run companies without starting from scratch. What's driving this shift?

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 01:07


JuanTax, Jaz Philippines merge for AI accounting tool

JuanTax is the first fully accredited electronic tax software provider in the Philippines.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 00:57


Hedge funds cut US tech stocks amid China’s AI rival: report

Investor hesitation has grown as Nasdaq futures and tech shares declines.

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Tech in Asia

28 Jan, 00:41


Israeli autotech firm cuts 60% staff, shifts focus

Aurora Labs has raised nearly US$100 million from investors such as Porsche SE, Moore Strategic Ventures, and Toyota Tsusho.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 11:54


UAE healthtech firm extends pre-series A funding to $7m

New investors, including Golden Gate Ventures, have contributed from its MENA Fund.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 09:38


These funds aren’t biting in SEA

More: A list of funds that haven’t invested in Southeast Asia in the past year and the state of Indonesia’s startup scene.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 09:07


These are the most active investors in Hong Kong’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Hong Kong's startups?

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 07:12


Coins.ph turnaround to profit isn’t just about Trump, CEO says

After facing major losses in 2022 and 2023, Coins.ph says it’s finally back in the black thanks to some help from the US.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 07:09


Hope springs eternal for Asia’s IPO market

Opening Bell 🔔 is Tech in Asia’s free newsletter that brings you the biggest news on Asia’s publicly listed tech companies.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 07:06


The 50 top-funded AI startups in Asia

Here are the AI companies in Asia that have attracted tons of investors and have the resources to spend on software, talent, and expansion.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 04:22


SK hynix appoints VP Ryu Sung-soo as CEO of US unit

Ryu Sung-soo joined SK hynix in 2019 and previously managed global sales and marketing for the company''s HBM business.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 04:22


TikTok Shop doubles GMV to $33.2b, US leads growth

In the United States, TikTok Shop hosts 398,000 stores and 10.9 million influencers.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 04:09


Apple’s next move in Indonesia: partner, invest, or leave?

Apple's proposed billion-dollar factory wasn't enough to meet Indonesia's local production rules and lift the iPhone 16 ban.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 03:57


Chip designer’s potential fee hike puts pressure on Samsung

Samsung will likely need long-term strategies, such as improving design capabilities or collaborating with other firms.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 03:47


SG’s Elev8.vc closes $30m fund to support deeptech startups

The fund aims to back 20 to 30 startups, providing capital and connecting them with markets and resources.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 03:27


Nissan reconsiders US EV production amid tax concerns

Nissan may also reduce production volumes in favor of hybrid models at its Smyrna, Tennessee facility.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 03:07


Israeli fintech BitStock raises $400k seed funding

BitStock specializes in crypto investment through its Ten Best Coins (TBC) index.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 01:37


Shein confirms no Chinese cotton in US products sold

Shein faces allegations of using cotton from Xinjiang, China, where human rights abuses against Uyghurs have been reported.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 01:27


SenseTime spins off AI medical unit to drive growth

SenseTime's AI-assisted platform guides patients from booking appointments to post-discharge care.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 01:08


Indonesia’s banks are taking over BNPL. Can fintech firms survive?

Just six banks offer BNPL in the country, but their volume is already 2.5x higher than those of fintech startups and others.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 00:37


Veteran travel exec’s new startup sees new gold in airline cargo

This article is a part of Startup Spotlight, a series that features young, up-and-coming startups. Property holds value, even below your feet. Yet, airlines are flying with the bellies of their planes 85% empty, resulting in untapped income. Jeff Pan, a veteran travel executive and startup founder, sees an opportunity here. His new Singapore-based startup, Belli, […]

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 00:23


White House in talks for Oracle to take over TikTok: sources

The deal seeks to ensure ByteDance has no access to US user data, a key condition for congressional approval.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 00:08


Douyin expands services with in-app ride-hailing feature

Daiyin's ride-hailing feature options include standard rides, shared rides, airport transfers, and on-demand services.

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Tech in Asia

27 Jan, 00:07


Southeast Asian startups that raised funds over 18 months ago

The common wisdom suggests that having at least 18 months of runway provides a sense of security for startups to continue shipping at full speed.

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Tech in Asia

26 Jan, 09:37


Glints’ glamor

Check out our top articles for the week.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 11:10


Amazon leads in corporate renewable energy with 33gw projects

Amazon's renewable energy projects could power 8.3 million homes.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 11:04


Fleet tech firm becomes India’s first unicorn in 2025

NetraDyne tracks 700 million miles monthly and serves over 3,000 clients worldwide.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 09:37


Buying into Indonesia’s EV market

Check out our top articles for the week.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 09:05


These are the most active investors in Indonesia’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Indonesia-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 08:56


Perplexity acquires LinkedIn’s competitor

Read.cv allows users to share resumes, network, and create personal websites with custom domains.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 08:52


Trump launches cryptocurrency, reaches $32b valuation

The $Trump coin increased by over 600% within hours of its release, as reported by CoinGecko as of 11 a.m. ET on Jan. 18.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 07:08


Israel’s top-funded tech companies in the last decade

Which companies will emerge as the country's next tech bigwigs? A look at the players bringing in the most funds may help you figure it out.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 04:37


US calls ChatGPT executive in Google antitrust case

Turley is expected to testify on the role of generative AI in search, data-sharing, and market access.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 04:35


Apple, Google remove TikTok from their US app stores

Following this, TikTok confirmed that it has stopped operations nationwide.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 04:32


Zomato invests $57.7m in Blinkit amid quick commerce race

This funding follows Zomato's recent fundraising of around US$980.9 million two months ago.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 03:40


OpenAI prepares to roll out o3 mini AI model

CEO Sam Altman announced the launch will feature both an application programming interface (API) and ChatGPT.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 03:33


Trump ‘most likely’ to give TikTok 90-day extension to avoid ban

Trump said the decision may be announced on Jan. 20, coinciding with his administration's inauguration.

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Tech in Asia

19 Jan, 03:15


Perplexity said to bid to merge with TikTok US amid looming ban

This proposal reportedly allows current ByteDance investors to keep their equity stakes.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 13:41


TikTok CEO praises Trump for support amid looming ban

President Trump said the decision regarding TikTok's future in the US rests with him, but gave no details.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 13:17


VinFast launches two EV models in India

VinFast's VF 6 and VF 7 are its first right-hand drive electric vehicles for India.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 13:11


US settles $20m privacy case with Genshin Impact developer

The settlement will require the company to block users under 16 from making in-game purchases without parental consent.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 09:38


Variety is the spice of life 🌶️

Neuberg Diagnostics, Cornerstone Robotics, Mirxes, and more raised funds this week.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 09:06


These are the most active investors in Singapore’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Singapore-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 07:42


TikTok, Shein, others sued over unlawful data transfers to China

Data transfers outside the EU are only allowed if the recipient country meets EU data protection standards.

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Tech in Asia

18 Jan, 07:40


Biden passes TikTok ban enforcement to Trump administration

Trump, who supported a TikTok ban during his first term, has expressed uncertainty about his approach this time.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 10:26


Perplexity launches live earnings transcripts with Nvidia

This tool will eventually include support for major stocks.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 09:40


Trump’s China tariffs: Indonesia’s gain?

More: How Indonesia can leverage Trump and Apple to succeed, and a digital logistics firm’s US$9 million funding haul.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 09:07


These are the most active investors in Japan’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Japan-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 08:42


Breaking down an unfashionable story

Malaysia’s ecommerce platform FashionValet navigates choppy waters after institutional investors exited at a loss.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 07:51


PDD Holdings’ financial health in 7 charts

PDD Holdings, the Chinese powerhouse behind ecommerce players Pinduoduo and Temu, grew its total Q3 revenue by 44% year on year.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 07:20


China’s second richest blames Pinduoduo for harming brands

Zhong Shanshan of Nongfu Spring highlighted the issue during a period of intense price competition in the ecommerce sector.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 07:05


US urges Google to divest Chrome, Alphabet stock drops 4%

The DOJ contends that selling Chrome could create a fairer market for rival search engines.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 07:05


Israeli digital health startup secures $40m in equity, debt

The company addresses the affordability of prescription drugs, a critical concern in the United States.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:48


Swiss chapel’s ‘AI Jesus’ sparks tech-religion debate

Displayed on a screen, the virtual Jesus encourages guests to share thoughts while avoiding personal details.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:43


Temu opens marketplace for US sellers

Temu's seller application process takes about 10 minutes and is typically reviewed within a day.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:34


WhatsApp to launch voice message transcription

The feature will be available globally on Android and iOS devices in the coming weeks.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:32


Nvidia reports 94% revenue jump despite slower growth

Nvidia's growth has slowed compared to previous quarters, when it saw a 122% rise in the second quarter.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:09


As SGQR+ reshapes Singapore’s payment scene, who wins?

Decades pass as payment paths diverge,
QR codes reveal shifting tides—
Merchants gain choice, ecosystems merge,
Innovation drives old strengths aside.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 05:03


Wiz acquires Israeli cyber firm at estimated $450m

Wiz's acquisition of Dazz is its third in a year, which the deal was mostly made in cash.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 04:19


Autodesk leads $15.1m round for Singapore proptech firm

Podium’s algorithms automatically generate detailed building models based on factors like a project's estimated cost.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 04:07


A list of fundraising startups from Asia and beyond (Updated)

Fundraising is hard. To make things slightly easier, we've compiled this list of fundraising startups for our subscribers.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 02:25


Alibaba merges domestic, global e-commerce units

This restructuring represents Alibaba's most significant organizational change since dividing into six units earlier in 2023.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 02:23


Lightning AI development platform raises $50m

Lightning AI's PyTorch Lightning framework has over 240,000 users within its first year.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 02:08


Tracking Vietnam’s $22 billion ecommerce power struggle

Local platforms risk being squeezed out by Chinese and other foreign competitors if they fail to adapt.

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Tech in Asia

22 Nov, 02:08


Weekly funding: China firms take two top positions

Keep track of all the startup investment activities in Asia through our weekly funding list.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 06:09


India’s spacetech startups take off, but will they reach orbit?

While many startups have launched, the VC scene for India’s private spacetech sector is still relatively lukewarm.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 06:09


India’s spacetech startups take off, but will they reach orbit?

While many startups have launched, the VC scene for India’s private spacetech sector is still relatively lukewarm.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 04:00


Lazada, Grab drive Singles’ Day growth in Southeast Asia

Singles’ Day expands,
From China's heart to Southeast lanes,
Grab and TikTok show.
Lazada trends in Thai lands,
Markets shift, new paths unfold.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:59


Lazada, Grab drive Singles’ Day growth in Southeast Asia

Its appeal fades in China, with promotions on apps and social media across Southeast Asia.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:46


TSMC denies discriminatory hiring lawsuit claims

TSMC, amidst lawsuits, asserts diversity,
Faces claims of biased hiring rules.
Balance sways as trade tensions rise,
Yield shifts westward, revenue climbs.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:46


TSMC denies discriminatory hiring lawsuit claims

TSMC emphasized its commitment to diversity, stating it hires and promotes without regard to race or nationality.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:28


Saudi fintech Lean Technologies raises $67.5m series B

Fintech firm expands reach,
$67.5 million in Series B,
Saudi-linked funds join US hands,
Open banking in new lands,
Total funding swells to $100 million.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:28


Saudi fintech Lean Technologies raises $67.5m series B

General Catalyst led the investment, with Bain Capital Ventures, Duquesne Family Office, and Arbor Ventures participating.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:12


China’s semiconductor growth slows amid US sanctions

In China's October air,
ICs rose, yet slower grew,
Demand wanes, whispers US fears,
From billions, numbers withdrew.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 03:12


China’s semiconductor growth slows amid US sanctions

Integrated circuits production decreased from 36.7 billion units in September to 35.9 billion units last month.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 02:55


Bluesky avoids AI training on user data

Bluesky chooses a path unique,
No user words to machines they speak.
Safeguards in place, numbers swell,
A digital realm where data dwell.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 02:55


Bluesky avoids AI training on user data

Bluesky reached over 17 million users, gaining over three million in just one week.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 02:13


How Trump and Apple could ignite Indonesia’s industrial growth

Indonesia's tough stance on the tech giant may prove prescient as multinationals seek alternatives to China.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 02:12


How Trump and Apple could ignite Indonesia’s industrial growth

Trade winds shift, leaders rise,
Barriers build where apples fall.
Opportunities knit new ties;
A nation's path reshapes its call.

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Tech in Asia

18 Nov, 02:12


How Trump and Apple could ignite Indonesia’s industrial growth

Indonesia's tough stance on the tech giant may prove prescient as multinationals seek alternatives to China.

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Tech in Asia

17 Nov, 11:11


India’s top-funded tech companies in the last decade

Which Indian tech players are on the rise? Our automated tracker spotlights their investment hauls in the last 10 years.

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Tech in Asia

17 Nov, 09:41


SG startups unfazed by US tariff talk

Check out our top articles for the week.

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Tech in Asia

17 Nov, 09:07


20 top angel investment networks in Asia

Here's our regularly updated list of Asia's top angel investment networks.

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Tech in Asia

17 Nov, 08:41


Breaking down an unfashionable story

Malaysia’s ecommerce platform FashionValet navigates choppy waters after institutional investors exited at a loss.

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Tech in Asia

17 Nov, 07:32


Dubai fintech Pemo raises $7m pre-series A

Funds flow into Pemo's hands,
Expansion seeds in desert lands—
Cards and tools in business flight,
4,000 clients claim their might.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 16:05


Corporate VC fuels Indonesian startup growth. What’s the catch?

CVC-backed startups reportedly face longer due diligence processes, smaller investments, and limited partnership prospects.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 13:08


20 largest exits in India

Here's our regularly updated list of the biggest startup exits in India.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 09:39


It’s almost 2025. Are you ready for it?

Bridgit, Zelos, Olea, and more raised funds this week.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 09:08


Breaking down an unfashionable story

Malaysia’s ecommerce platform FashionValet navigates choppy waters after institutional investors exited at a loss.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 09:08


Series SEA: Who’s investing in the region’s AI startups?

We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asia’s AI startups.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 07:47


Crypto focus fades as Trump prioritizes immigration

The U.S. Attorney's Office in Manhattan recently noted a reduction in resources dedicated to cryptocurrency crimes.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 07:36


Man gets 5 years’ jail for stealing, laundering 120k bitcoin

Court documents indicate that the 35-year-old infiltrated Bitfinex's network to authorize fraudulent transactions.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 07:19


ByteDance int’l revenue up almost 60% in first half of 2024

TikTok was identified as a key factor, with the company's revenue share from international markets increasing to 23%.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 06:34


US finalizes $6.6b TSMC subsidy for Arizona chip plant

TSMC plans to invest US$65 billion in its Arizona operations by 2030, including a third plant.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 04:19


Meta aligns Facebook, Instagram with ‘views’ for creators

Meta now counts a "view" whenever content appears on a user's screen, regardless of repeat views.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 04:07


Capital SEA: Southeast Asia’s funding landscape

Who are the new active investors on the block? Which funding rounds look like outliers? This visual story answers all this and more.

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Tech in Asia

16 Nov, 04:00


Ant Group sees profit surge 193% in Q2

The company contributed 2.48 billion yuan (around US$343 million) to Alibaba Group.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 17:09


Meet the 15 top-funded startups and tech companies in Vietnam

Here are the companies in Vietnam that are attracting tons of investors and have the resources to spend on software, talent, and expansion.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 12:30


Alibaba’s financial health in 12 charts

Alibaba is China's largest e-commerce company, but it has lost some of its edge to nimbler rivals.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 12:15


Alibaba Q3 net income up 63%

Revenue growth was also propelled by Alibaba's core e-commerce platforms, Taobao and Tmall.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 10:00


AI researcher leaves Google, launches tech startup

François Chollet is famous for developing Keras, a high-level open-source API for AI models.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 09:39


Trump’s tariffs trouble Temu (and Shein)

More: The full effects of Trump’s tariffs, and the chips are up in Vietnam.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 09:09


Breaking down an unfashionable story

Malaysia’s ecommerce platform FashionValet navigates choppy waters after institutional investors exited at a loss.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 08:49


Disney reports profit in streaming, boosts stock by 6%

The direct-to-consumer segment, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, reported an operating income of US$321 million.

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Tech in Asia

15 Nov, 08:39


Chinese data center firm Zdata eyes Hong Kong IPO

Zdata ponders a public step,
Valuation dreams take flight.
In Hong Kong's cautious market,
Economic winds may guide.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 12:19


Bitcoin leads as market value tops $3t

The market value hit nearly US$3.2 trillion, exceeding previous peaks seen in 2021.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 10:11


HK-based Immuno Cure reports promising HIV vaccine trial

Immuno Cure aims to submit the first-phase trial data to regulatory agencies for evaluation.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 10:09


JD.com Q3 revenue rises 5.1%

JD.com announced a rise in net revenues to 260.4 billion yuan (US$137.1 billion).

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 09:45


AnyMind Group posts 46% gross profit growth

AnyMind's revenue for Q3 fiscal 2024 reached US$87.1 million, marking a 53% year-on-year increase.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 09:34


Proplens looks to transform property sales with AI agents

Property developers are spending too much money on property sales and wasting too much time running processes.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 09:06


A16z-backed Carta enters Australian market

Carta's new Sydney office will open on Monday, focusing on sales and marketing.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 09:01


Hemisphere Ventures opens first SEA office in Singapore

Hemisphere Ventures was founded in 2014 and focuses on early-stage advanced technology investments.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 08:08


Apps vs. alliances: the SEA playbook of China’s fintech rivals

One has taken a download-first approach while the other is focusing on local partnerships.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 07:10


India’s top-funded tech companies in the last decade

Which Indian tech players are on the rise? Our automated tracker spotlights their investment hauls in the last 10 years.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 07:09


Super apps: dead or alive?

In The Checkout this week, we discuss why interest in "everything apps" has died down and Shopee’s profitable future.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 06:22


SoftBank posts $6.4b profit, first in three years

SoftBank's numbers turn,
Vision Fund shines with new gains.
AI on the rise.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 05:38


Meta to start ads on Threads starting January

According to a report by The Information, a select group of advertisers will create and publish ads on the app.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 04:48


OpenAI to launch autonomous tool in January

The timeline for the Operator's wider release is not yet confirmed amid competition among tech firms.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 04:34


Meta to face trial for anti-competitive acquisitions

The Federal Trade Commission's lawsuit against Meta began in 2020, highlighting concerns over social media monopolies.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 04:12


OpenAI reveals US AI plan amid competition with China

Blueprints unfurl in DC's halls,
AI zones with nuclear ties stand tall.
An alliance forms, a continent's call,
As OpenAI navigates shifts, great and small.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 03:48


Indonesian telco, GoTo unveil Sahabat-AI for local dialects

Built with Nviidia’s full-stack AI platform, the first rollout includes models with 8-billion and 9-billion parameters.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 03:12


China’s tech hub Shenzhen put over $30b for R&D in 2023

Shenzhen's R&D spending surpassed 6% of its GDP for the first time.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 02:35


AI Singapore unveils Singlish for healthcare, emergency use

With an accuracy rate of about 90%, the AI offers reliable data for human oversight, says an NTU professor.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 02:09


How 3 Singaporean businesses leverage IP to power growth

By harnessing their IP rights, these businesses have propelled growth in fundraising, expansion, and product development.

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Tech in Asia

14 Nov, 00:08


50 rising AI startups in Asia

These AI startups have a shot at becoming the next big thing.

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 17:10


These are the most active investors in Singapore’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Singapore-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 12:19


Series SEA: Who’s investing in the region’s SaaS startups?

We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asia’s software-as-a-service startups.

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 09:39


When AI takes the wheel

DiDi Autonomous Driving, Eruditus Executive Education, Giftmall, and more raised funds this week.

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 09:14


These are the most active investors in Israel’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Israel-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 05:10


Waste4Change to offer up to 20% stake in push for expansion

The Indonesian waste management startup wants to partner with a strategic investor to enter the Global South.

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Tech in Asia

26 Oct, 00:09


SEA funding round sizes over the past 5 years

For startups, understanding how much their peers are raising could be crucial when they're pitching investors.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 17:21


B2B unicorn Moglix cuts losses amid slower growth

The Singapore-based firm aims to hit net profitability in the next 12 months, according to founder Rahul Garg.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 13:10


These are the most active investors in India’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to India-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 09:37


Sociolla glows up to profit 💅

We explore ecommerce firm Sociolla’s profit milestone and the funding for Indonesian organic menstrual care brand Uma Women.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 09:30


Musk’s net worth rises by $26b after Tesla shares surge

Shares climb, wealth inflates,
$26 billion rise,
Elon Musk's fortune swells,
Earnings report the cause—
A testament in numbers.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 09:09


These are the most active investors in Korea’s startups

Which investors are writing the most checks to Korea-based startups?

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 08:48


Tesla shares soar 22% on strong sales growth outlook

The jump marks the largest single-day increase since May 2013, which the stock hit a session high of US$262.2.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 07:53


TSMC Arizona plant yields surpass Taiwan

The company said the Arizona facility yields are approximately 4 percentage points higher than those in Taiwan.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 07:44


You only need 10 seconds to pass through Changi immigration

Biometric eyes scan
Save time at Changi's gates;
Seconds swiftly shaved.
Locals glide, pass-free.
Visitors still hold documents,
Yet exit with ease.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 07:07


Series SEA: Who’s investing in the region’s health startups?

We've compiled a list of investors that are pouring money into Southeast Asia’s health startups.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 06:46


Nvidia partners with Reliance to enhance India’s AI growth

Nvidia introduced the Nemotron-4-Mini-Hindi 4B, a language model in Hindi.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 06:40


South Korea plans crypto trading rules by 2025

From July 2025 onward, businesses must register with authorities and report monthly transaction data to the Bank of Korea.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 05:36


Canada maritime robotics firm secures $2m for SEA plans

The VC firm said its "investment thesis centered around the huge opportunity for OOR to support maritime monitoring."

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 05:12


China’s annual World Internet Conference to focus on AI

This year's conference, themed "intelligence for good," will address AI innovation and governance.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 04:54


Horizon Robotics raises $696m in HK’s 2nd largest IPO

Its shares opened at HK$5.12, a 28% increase from their IPO price of HK$3.99.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 03:08


Get to know the winners of the 2024 Emerging Enterprise Awards

There were over 650 applications from across the region, of which only 30 companies were selected as finalists.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 02:28


Indonesia’s govtech ambitions shadowed by concerns

Despite trusting the initiative’s motives, some industry observers warn about the government's spotty track record in tech.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 02:18


Weekly funding: DiDi races to top place with $298m deal

Keep track of all the startup investment activities in Asia through our weekly funding list.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 02:17


Horizon Robotics lists on Hong Kong Stock Exchange

Horizon Robotics steps abroad,
On Hong Kong's board, a plan unfurled.
Driving aids and solutions span,
Across brands and models, they expand.

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Tech in Asia

25 Oct, 00:12


Hot or not: What SEA investors are betting on and what they’re ignoring

VC funding can be a leading indicator of where in the tech industry we’re going to see more spending and jobs.

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Tech in Asia

24 Oct, 11:32


Apple’s iOS 18.2 lets users set new default phone app

iOS 18.2 expands scope:
Default apps for calls and texts,
Not just EU ground,
Global option charts new paths,
Settings spread, code-bound.

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