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D2C in Indonesia: life after TikTok Shop ban and why offline retail still matters
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D2C in Indonesia: life after TikTok Shop ban and why offline retail still matters

Young brands should focus on becoming champions in their home market before considering regional expansion, said DSG Consumer Partners’ Sameer Mehta.
Jofie Yordan · · 6 min read
A bright or bleak Singles’ Day for Southeast Asia?

A bright or bleak Singles’ Day for Southeast Asia?

With consumer spending expected to weaken in China, will Southeast Asia’s Singles’ Day still shine this year?
Jofie Yordan · · 3 min read
Gaming monetization firm scores $25m for APAC expansion

Gaming monetization firm scores $25m for APAC expansion

The company said it is experiencing “hypergrowth”: Its revenue is on track for a 1,000% year-on-year increase, driven by inbound and direct sales.
Deepti Sri · · 2 min read
Traveloka joins $36m round of East Ventures-backed Sirclo
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Traveloka joins $36m round of East Ventures-backed Sirclo

The Indonesian firm helps brands sell online through multiple channels via its SaaS platform, and it is developing a financing solution for MSMEs.
Deepti Sri · · 1 min read
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Report: Indian e-grocer makes foray into instant delivery after Zomato investment

Grofers’ instant delivery service will deliver groceries to households in 15 minutes, reported Moneycontrol.
Deepti Sri · · 1 min read

Sequoia-backed community marketing startup banks $9m in Qualgro-led round

Convosight is building a monetization ecosystem for community creators on platforms like Facebook Groups, Reddit, and Discord.
Deepti Sri · · 2 min read
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How Shopee is helping these businesses scale in Southeast Asia’s competitive online space

Taking a hyperlocal approach is one way businesses can navigate the region’s unique and changing landscape.
Rebecca Liew · · 7 min read
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This Shopee project manager is carving her own path to success with the ecommerce giant

A background in mechanical engineering didn’t stop her from pursuing a career in tech.
Rebecca Liew · · 6 min read
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Chinese tech brands and the challenge of earning consumer love

China’s brands are mysterious, leaving customers to fill in the blanks themselves.
Adrian Li · · 7 min read
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Inside aCommerce’s plan to become profitable by 2020

It’s a painful transformation for the top ecommerce enabler in Southeast Asia.
Jum Balea · · 12 min read