The direct-to-consumer (D2C) sector is making its mark in Southeast Asia (SEA)’s startup ecosystem, with more than 2,000 companies and all-time funding of $300 million, Tracxn said Wednesday. The firm said in a statement that SEA’s D2C sector raised $32.5 million in 2024, reflecting a 208% growth from $10.6 million in 2023, even as the overall SEA tech ecosystem saw more than a 55% decline in funding during the same period. It is noted that globally, D2C funding declined by 25...

Google has on Tuesday announced the integration of ShopeePay and TNG eWallet (an Alipay+ Partner) with Google Pay in Malaysia, marking Google Pay’s first eWallet integrations in Southeast Asia. This new feature will enable Android users in Malaysia to checkout seamlessly with their preferred eWallets when shopping on mobile sites via Google Chrome, starting with selected online merchants, Google said in a statement. This initial integration features ShopeePay and TNG eWallet, and will...

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American social media and online video sharing platform YouTube has on Thursday launched its Shopping affiliate program in Singapore in partnership with homegrown brand, Shopee. YouTube said in a statement that the launch of the YouTube Shopping Affiliate Program in Singapore offers exciting opportunities for both Shopee sellers and content creators. Shopee sellers can now expand their reach by collaborating with an even broader network of content creators through this partnership, giving...

Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange company Crypto.com and electronic equipment firm Sony Electronics (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. (SES) have on Wednesday announced the acceptance of USDC, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, exclusively on Sony Store Online in a move to make direct crypto payment accessible to SES’ consumers. The duo said in a statement that the integration of cryptocurrency payments is gaining traction worldwide to appeal to tech-savvy consumers. With the aim of...

AnyMind Group, a business process as a service (BPaaS) company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation, has on Monday announced the completion of its full acquisition of AnyReach, a Japan-based e-gifting company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, AnyMind Japan Inc. AnyReach will continue to operate under its existing name, AnyMind said in a statement. This marks AnyMind Group’s 10th acquisition and the fifth merger and acquisition (M&A) of a Japan-based company....

Counterfeit goods have become a serious challenge across Southeast Asia, with fake fashion, electronics, and pharmaceuticals flooding street markets and online platforms. This growing issue hits businesses hard — especially startups and small brands that lack the resources to protect their products. Counterfeits erode customer trust, hurt sales, and make it tough for real innovators to compete in the market. For entrepreneurs trying to build a brand, the rise of fake products can be a...

Malaysia’s e-commerce sector has rapidly evolved into a key pillar of our nation’s digital economy. According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), e-commerce income grew by 4 percent in the first nine months of 2024, reaching an impressive RM918.2 billion. This upward trend underscores Malaysians’ growing preference for online shopping, driven by convenience and a wide range of attractive deals. With continuous technological advancements and strong government...

Venturi Partners, a Singapore-based consumer fund, has announced a $25 million investment in Just Quick Run (JQR), an India-based emerging brand in the affordable footwear segment. This marks the first venture capital funding for JQR, with Venturi acquiring an undisclosed minority stake, Venturi Partners said in a statement on Monday. This funding will allow JQR to further expand its offline presence to new markets as well as launch its online channel, and further enhance its product...

Welcome to the new race between the Nokia 7610 Mini vs. Google Pixel 8a with 12GB RAM and 64MP cameras! Catch the winner right below!       Nokia 7610 Mini vs. Google Pixel 8a specs Nokia 7610 Mini comes with high-end specs and a massive battery box, while the Pixel 8a arrives with a unique camera design and a large warehouse. Firstly, the Nokia smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Meanwhile, the Google machine equips the...

The battle lines are drawn between the Nokia Zenjutsu Mini vs. Realme 14x, both designed for gamers with 200MP cameras and a 12500mAh battery. Which one leads the pack?     Nokia Zenjutsu Mini vs. Realme 14x specs Nokia Zenjutsu Mini arrives with a massive battery capacity. Meanwhile, the Realme 14x is the upcoming handset with a gorgeous design. The processor powering the Nokia smartphone is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, while the Realme...

Ready to meet a new Nokia P Lite 2025 handset from the Finnish firm with 200MP cameras and an 18000mAh battery? Scroll down to check out the Nokia P Lite 2025 specs now! Nokia P Lite 2025 specs Early this month, we caught the reports on the arrival of various high-end Nokia smartphones with solid specs and stunning designs. Among them, the Nokia P series caught our eye the most. Furthermore, the company suggests a debuting plan for the next flagship with a gorgeous design and a robust...