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Indonesia: Factory of the world
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Indonesia’s manufacturing companies: The next economic powerhouse

The expansion of Indonesia’s manufacturing industry has shown a positive trajectory following the global COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The industry was worth US$240 billion in 2022 and was the 12th-biggest manufacturer in the world.  The nation’s manufacturing industry grew by 4.64% in 2023 and contributes…
David vs Goliath- How Indonesian SaaS startups can win
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David vs Goliath: How Indonesian SaaS startups can win

Over the past decade, software-as-a-service (SaaS) has emerged as a successful model for software delivery globally.  Both businesses and consumers have been demanding more software tools, and the question has always been – “How to sell and deliver what the customers want at scale?” The…
Discovering the potential of D2C brands in SEA
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Discovering the potential of D2C market in Southeast Asia

The recent East Ventures Summit 2024 panel brought together leaders from Southeast Asia’s booming direct-to-consumer (D2C) market. Jackson Aw, Founder and CEO of Mighty Jaxx, Roshni Mahtani Cheung, Founder and Group CEO of The Parentinc, and Stephani Herman, Co-Founder and CEO of Compawnion, shared insights…
Indonesia China business landscape|
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China-Indonesia business landscape: Exploring synergies and consumer insights

The dynamic interplay between China and Indonesia’s tech landscapes provides us with a plethora of unique insights and cross-border collaborations. At the recent East Ventures Summit 2024, industry leaders with strong experience and backgrounds in the Chinese tech industry—Mulyono Xu, Co-Founder and CEO of Desty,…
Startup profitability strategies in Southeast Asia’s digital landscape||
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Finding startup profitability in Southeast Asia’s digital landscape

In recent years, the startup business landscape has experienced a challenging time, a so-called “tech winter,” a period when startups are facing a tougher fundraising climate and persistent inflation. This phenomenon has prompted startups to pivot towards building more sustainable business models focused on driving…