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

China

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

East Asia

Luckin Coffee provides app-based ordering, convenient pickup, and a broad beverage menu, reshaping China’s coffee consumption patterns.

Luckin Coffee

Mixue Bingcheng runs beverage shops, leveraging mobile ordering and social commerce to serve refreshing drinks and desserts.

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

Consumer Economy

How do stores adapt to digital shifts? Explore e-commerce integration, inventory analytics, and omnichannel strategies for modern shoppers.

Retail

Coffee

Luckin’s latest acquisition and Mixue’s coffee trials point to a widening split in strategy.

China’s coffee market splits in two as Luckin moves upmarket and Mixue digs deeper

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Photo of DJI’s logo on display at its flagship store in Xintiandi, Shanghai.

DJI sets industry standards in drone technology, offering aerial imaging, filming solutions, and advanced flight controls for professionals and hobbyists.

Departures at DJI have raised concerns, but there’s a contrarian view worth considering.

Why DJI’s talent outflow may be a sign of strength, not weakness

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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 and investment activity across the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: GIC backs legal AI firm Harvey, Amity and Startale raise funding, China logs 14 investments, and more

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JD.com, a Chinese e-commerce leader, ensures trusted transactions, efficient logistics, and a wide product selection for online shoppers.

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

E-commerce

A few weeks ago, I visited a JD distribution center in west Beijing. It was a small facility consisting of a storefront, a bunch of delivery karts lined up outside and space for trucks to pull up.

6 things I learned working as a JD delivery guy

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What guides machine-led insights? Uncover AI applications, language models, and decision-making systems transforming sectors worldwide.

Artificial Intelligence

JD seeks to build a drone network and deliver all purchases to anywhere in China within 24 hours.

From four-wheeler to propeller, JD in pursuit of unmanned logistics network

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JD's online shopping festival unveils its ambitions in social e-commerce and new retail.

JD recorded $25b in order value of ‘618’ shopping festival

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Robin Moh

Google bets on JD.com for strategic global initiatives.

Deals | Google and JD collaborates strategically amidst trade war fears

JD.com bravely fights on as share price fell 4% after the financial release.

Is JD.com bleeding too fast in its new retail war with Alibaba?

How do trustless ledgers transform industries? Investigate decentralized databases, smart contracts, and infrastructure powering secure transactions.

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Plus, Tokopedia plans to build an innovation center. Dropbox priced IPO at $21 per share.

KrASIA Daily: JD.com to Launch Blockchain-as-a-Service Platform

Alibaba and JD Tap Underwriters for China Stock Market Homecoming

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

Alibaba and JD could be floated in China’s A-Shares market by issuing China Deposit Recipients (CDR) in as early as June.

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JD.com, one of China’s largest e-commerce platforms, is launching an accelerator program, AI Catapult, for AI and blockchain startups. Six blockchain startups have been chosen in the program’s first cohort, including Bluzelle, a Singapore-based company provides data storage and management services for blockchain apps.

JD.com Launched AI and Blockchain Accelerator for New Retail Battle

JD.com Launching an Accelerator to Tapping into Blockchain for Chinese New Retail Battle

JD.com iss raising up to US$ 2.5bn for its logistic arm JD Logistics from a group of investors including Hillhouse Capital, Sequoia China, and Tencent among others.

Deals | JD.com Raising $2.5bn for its Logistics Arm

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