E-commerce
Growing shift to online to support China’s e-commerce market: report
Growing shift to online to support China’s e-commerce market: report
The country is expected to continue dominating the global e-commerce sector.
Japan-based bookstore Tsutaya launches on The J Shop
The bookstore offers an experience space in its store.
Lazada sets eyes on Malaysia’s $1.5b BNPL market: report
This followed announcements to introduce BNPL services in Malaysia.
Ninja Van invests US$50m in automation across Southeast Asia
This is expected to increase their operational productivity by up to 50%.
Amazon emerges as most preferred platform for ads
It is followed by TikTok and Spotify.
Lazada, partner brands to launch anti-counterfeiting consortium
It is the first anti-counterfeiting group in Southeast Asia.
Asia weighs customer experience and health protocols in reshaping retail
Diebold Nixdorf will lead talks on the self-service segment in Asia.
How brands can craft the right ‘Shoppertainment’ strategy
They should tell a story and be authentic.
Shoppertainment could open $1t opportunity for APAC brands: report
It will grow by 63% annually across markets.
Philippines’ FRUITAS launches cloud kitchen 'Nube Kuxina'
It will feature food brands, such as Balai Pandesal, and Ling Nam, amongst others.
Alibaba’s Ele.me launches mini-programme in Douyin
Customers can now place orders through the social media app.
Meta, Jio Platforms launch JioMart on WhatsApp
This is the first end-to-end shopping experience on WhatsApp.
Watson beefs up O+O capabilities with $400m investment
This will help create a customer-centric supply chain network.
JD deepens ties with electronics brand Oppo
They will collaborate in technology cost reduction and marketing.
China retains lead as global e-commerce leader: report
The country accounted for over 37% of the global e-commerce market.
Nine in 10 Malaysians prefer shopping online: report
This is despite the reopening of physical stores.
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