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Tech in Asia Jakarta 2017 by the numbers (INFOGRAPHIC)

Tech in Asia Jakarta 2017 by the numbers (INFOGRAPHIC)

Here’s a quick breakdown of Tech in Asia Jakarta 2017 in numbers.
Jia Xin Lim · · 1 min read
Lazada CEO: The secret sauce that will help us win Southeast Asia

Lazada CEO: The secret sauce that will help us win Southeast Asia

Max Bittner explains why Lazada’s approach puts it in the best position to cope with surging ecommerce demand.
Jum Balea · · 6 min read
How Shopee plans to reign supreme in Southeast Asia’s fashion ecommerce scene

How Shopee plans to reign supreme in Southeast Asia’s fashion ecommerce scene

In an exclusive interview with Tech in Asia, Sea boss Nick Nash says Shopee’s consumer-to-consumer model is key to its success.
Terence Lee · · 5 min read
Bukalapak CEO: Our rivals may have a ton of money, but we’re ‘the most efficient’

Bukalapak CEO: Our rivals may have a ton of money, but we’re ‘the most efficient’

‘Subsidies make your company bankrupt.’ Achmad Zaky says their competitors are on a dangerous path of burning crazy amounts of cash.
Jum Balea · · 3 min read
What they said about #tiajkt2017

What they said about #tiajkt2017

Missed out on TIA Jakarta 2017? Catch up on some of the highlights here.
Jia Xin Lim · · 4 min read

Indonesia’s digital economy will thrive as small businesses come online, says gov’t

It’s the first time Indonesia has formulated a coherent plan to boost the digital economy in a synchronized effort involving multiple ministries and departments.
Nadine Freischlad · · 4 min read

7 startups that caught our eye at TIA Jakarta 2017

Here are some up-and-coming startups to look out for.
Jia Xin Lim · · 5 min read

Andalin snatches grand prize at Tech in Asia Jakarta Arena pitch battle

A logistics and shipping startup beat 6 other hopefuls to win Tech in Asia’s pitch competition in Jakarta.
Michael Tegos · · 3 min read

Lazada’s membership program LiveUp ‘absolutely’ coming to Indonesia

Group CEO Max Bittner reveals some plans for Indonesia, including the launch of its Amazon-style membership program and possibly a physical mall.
Jum Balea · · 3 min read

Here’s why Indonesia could be the perfect place to set up your AI startup

Speakers at Tech in Asia Jakarta 2017 agreed that the island nation possesses characteristics which make it a perfect proving ground for AI applications.
Jack Ellis · · 5 min read