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Starting Up In Singapore (Part I) – Product/Market Fit

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As a startup in Asia, the top 2 markets to start from are China , and India. Hence, a Singaporean founder will find it easier to execute in the 3rd key market that is the MENASSEA region (Middle East, North Africa and South/Southeast Asia). Consumer Facing B2C. MENASSEA includes countries below. [Tip:

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[Review] The Rise Of The New East

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In a sweeping expose on the dynamic forces shaping the “New East”, Ben Simpfendorfer’s “ The Rise of the New East: Business Strategies for Success in a World of Increasing Complexity ” provides an in-depth view of how the economic resurgence of Asia and the Middle East are changing global markets.

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Making Social Media Work For SMEs

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Reddington, president, FedEx Express Asia Pacific. For many SMEs, the rapid growth of cross-border e-commerce – tipped to be worth US$2 trillion this year in the B2C space alone [1] – makes the opportunity too valuable to ignore. 4] Forrester Consulting, Seizing the Cross-Border Opportunity, December 2014. [5] 5] [link]. [6]

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Guide to Create an Uber for Courier App

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Business to Consumer (B2C) – It is the most common type of business model. Over the next five years, the Asia-Pacific region will witness – massive progress in courier delivery services due to huge investments made in micro fulfillment centers (MFCs) and smart warehouses.

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Ecommerce Trendwatching: How To Find, Follow, and Set Trends

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In 2023, personalization will remain a critical aspect of e-commerce trends, whether you are B2B or B2C. It is fascinating to see how trends develop in Asia and America and how similar yet different they are. #2 In most cases, such transactions make sense, given the love and care we all require at the end of a long workday.

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From Israel to Pakistan, Community is Key When Building a Startup (Google I/O)

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Bridgette: What are you investing in South East Asia at Golden Gate Ventures? . The junction is all about creating a pay it forward model. We don’t care about short term revenue. We ask nothing from the companies, we just want them to help each other. Bridgette: Jon, you run several accelerator programs.

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[ADV] [Singapore] [Event] Social Media And The Changing Demands of Global Consumers On The Agenda At SMWF Asia

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This year’s first Keynote Panel Discussion at Social Media World Forum (SMWF) Asia will be examining the profile of consumers that can be reached via social media, both regionally and globally and how the social web is changing their attitudes. Young Upstarts is a Social Media World Forum (SMWF) Asia and Apps World Asia 2011 media partner.