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In this round of India Digest from January 21 to January 27, 2021, read our big story of the week, the weekly buzz, and more. NewslettersAI investments go mainstream in India | India Digest Volume 833 mins read
The startup built its service based on one co-founder’s personal experience of navigating depression. InsightsSati provides on-demand mental health support with volunteer-run application2 mins read
Real-life celebrities can be mired in scandal, but virtual idols will always have a squeaky clean image. InsightsChina’s virtual idols are reshaping the ways brands reach Gen Z consumers3 mins read
This week, one voice cut through the noise to bring attention to a problematic practice. NewslettersDaily Digest | 996 never really went away2 mins read
The change is a redirection for Tencent’s overall streaming business after Douyu’s lackluster business performance. NewsTencent to take Nasdaq-listed video game streaming site Douyu private2 mins read
Shopee and Traveloka have ventured into food delivery and on-demand transportation, while AirAsia plans to launch an array of services in Indonesia soon. NewsSoutheast Asian platforms seek ‘super app’ label to emulate Grab and Gojek3 mins read
To be featured on top livestreams, merchants must pay hefty fees to multi-channel networks. InsightsChina’s e-commerce merchants eschew livestreaming as costs eat into profits3 mins read
Called Party Island, the app is invite-only for now. NewsByteDance’s metaverse social network goes live2 mins read