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- Peeyush Jain
Xiaomi’s Big EV Bet: Sleek Cars, Smart Tech, and a Wake-Up Call
Xiaomi's entry into the EV market with the SU7 has turned heads—and raised questions. Explore how a tech giant became a carmaker, the risks of autonomous driving, and what a recent fatal crash means for China's fast-evolving electric vehicle industry.
How Grab Became More Than a Ride: A Southeast Asia Perspective on Super App Habits
Discover how Grab evolved from a ride-hailing app to Southeast Asia’s leading super app. Explore regional usage trends in Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines & Vietnam—from GrabBike to GrabFood, Grab X & teen safety features—and what’s next for user adoption.
The Rise and Fall of eFishery: A Billion-Dollar Fish Tale
Explore the rise and dramatic fall of eFishery, Indonesia’s once-$1B aquaculture startup. Uncover how falsified spreadsheets, fake revenue, and VC blind spots led to one of Southeast Asia’s biggest startup scandals. A cautionary tale in impact investing.
