New Survey Finds 70 Percent of Japanese Online Shoppers Prioritize Cost-Effectiveness as Temu Gains Strong User Support
Temu users report meaningful savings and lifestyle improvements as affordability becomes a key driver for Japan's value-conscious online shoppers
TOKYO, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Rising living costs are reshaping shopping habits in Japan, with more consumers turning to platforms that deliver better value. A new survey shows that Japanese shoppers are becoming more intentional with their…
Xtend Unveils Marketplace-First Ecommerce Solution to Boost Brand Visibility and Conversions in Southeast Asia
New platform empowers brands to reach shoppers directly within Shopee, Lazada ecosystems
SINGAPORE, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Xtend, a leading commerce media platform bridging brand discovery and measurable performance across Southeast Asia's top marketplaces, today announced the launch of its new marketplace-first ecommerce solution. Designed for ecommerce platforms such as Shopee and Lazada…
Indonesia’s Blitz Electric Mobility secures Pre-Series A investment led by Vynn Capital
Blitz Electric Mobility (Blitz), an Indonesia-based electric vehicle (EV) logistics enabler, has closed a Pre-Series A funding round led by Malaysia-based Vynn Capital.
Blitz said in a statement on Monday that this investment marks Vynn Capital’s ongoing commitment through its mobility and supply chain fund, with participation from existing Blitz investor Iterative Capital.
The round also…
Pippit Launches “Agent Mode,” a Smart Engine to Turn any Idea into a Ready-to-Share Video
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pippit, a smart content creation tool designed for marketers, businesses and creators, today announced the launch of Agent Mode, a new feature that acts as a personal AI production team within its platform. "Agent Mode" is designed to be the smart engine for every creator, brand, and entrepreneur with an idea, removing the traditional barriers between…
DBS expands blockchain capabilities by tokenizing and distributing structured notes
Singapore-based lender DBS announced Thursday it will tokenize structured notes on the Ethereum public blockchain and offer it to eligible investors on third-party digital investment platforms and digital exchanges.
ADDX, DigiFT and HydraX are the first three digital platforms that DBS has entered into arrangements with to distribute tokenized structured notes, DBS said in a statement.
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Yunji Announces First Half 2025 Unaudited Financial Results
HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yunji Inc. ("Yunji" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: YJ), a leading membership-based social e-commerce platform, today announced its unaudited financial results for the half year ended June 30, 2025 .
First Half 2025 Highlights
Total revenues in the first half of 2025 were RMB158.3 million (US$22.1 million), compared with RMB233.8 million in the same…
Dingdong (Cayman) Limited Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
SHANGHAI, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dingdong (Cayman) Limited ("Dingdong" or the "Company") (NYSE: DDL), a leading fresh grocery e-commerce company in China, with advanced supply chain capabilities, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.
Second Quarter 2025 Highlights:
GMV for the second quarter of 2025 increased by 4.5% year over year to…
Yatsen Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Conference Call to Be Held at 7:30 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time on August 21, 2025
GUANGZHOU, China, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yatsen Holding Limited ("Yatsen" or the "Company") (NYSE: YSG), a leading China-based beauty group, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025.
Second Quarter 2025 Highlights
Total net revenues for the second quarter of 2025…
Kuaishou Technology Announces Second Quarter and Interim 2025 Unaudited Financial Results and Declares a Special Dividend
HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuaishou Technology ("Kuaishou" or the "Company"; HKD Counter Stock Code: 01024 / RMB Counter Stock Code: 81024), a leading content community and social platform, today announced its unaudited consolidated results for the three months and six months ended June 30, 2025.
Second Quarter 2025 Key Highlights
Average DAUs on Kuaishou APP were 408.9 million,…
Cracking the crux of AI adoption: Can mobile marketers strike a balance between innovation and privacy?
Similar to its neighboring regions, Southeast Asia is at an inflection point in mobile marketing. As AI becomes more accessible and embedded in everyday tools, marketers across the region are tapping into its potential to improve performance outcomes. However, this surge in adoption comes with a parallel responsibility: upholding data privacy, ensuring consumer transparency, and safeguarding…