Empires - An Asian Business Podcast
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From 1UpMedia, Empires is an immersive storytelling that dives deep into the history of the most successful businesses in Asia.
Every Monday, you'll learn the history of its leaders, the decisions that have rippled across the industry, and the factors that allowed them to become the empire's that they are today.
From triumph and victories, to monumental failures - Empires gets you behind the scenes of some of the most successful companies in Asia.
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Bytedance (CN) I Gold Rush I 5/5
Tiktok's parent company Bytedance, is the world's most valuable Startup.With an ecosystem spanning short-form video, news aggregation, and artificial intelligence, ByteDance’s influence stretches far beyond its roots in China. Today, the company’s flagship app TikTok stands as a cultural phenomenon, captivating billions of users across continents and redefining how content is created, shared, and consumed. This is the story of ByteDance, driven by the relentless vision of Zhang Yiming. From its
Bytedance (CN) I Sayonara, & Ni Hao I 4/5
Tiktok's parent company Bytedance, is the world's most valuable Startup.With an ecosystem spanning short-form video, news aggregation, and artificial intelligence, ByteDance’s influence stretches far beyond its roots in China. Today, the company’s flagship app TikTok stands as a cultural phenomenon, captivating billions of users across continents and redefining how content is created, shared, and consumed. This is the story of ByteDance, driven by the relentless vision of Zhang Yiming. From its
Bytedance (CN) I Earthquake & Shockwave I 3/5
Tiktok's parent company Bytedance, is the world's most valuable Startup.With an ecosystem spanning short-form video, news aggregation, and artificial intelligence, ByteDance’s influence stretches far beyond its roots in China. Today, the company’s flagship app TikTok stands as a cultural phenomenon, captivating billions of users across continents and redefining how content is created, shared, and consumed. This is the story of ByteDance, driven by the relentless vision of Zhang Yiming. From its
Bytedance (CN) I Today's Headlines I 2/5
Tiktok's parent company Bytedance, is the world's most valuable Startup.With an ecosystem spanning short-form video, news aggregation, and artificial intelligence, ByteDance’s influence stretches far beyond its roots in China. Today, the company’s flagship app TikTok stands as a cultural phenomenon, captivating billions of users across continents and redefining how content is created, shared, and consumed. This is the story of ByteDance, driven by the relentless vision of Zhang Yiming. From its
Bytedance (CN) I Clickbait & Addiction I 1/5
Tiktok's parent company Bytedance, is the world's most valuable Startup.
With an ecosystem spanning short-form video, news aggregation, and artificial intelligence, ByteDance’s influence stretches far beyond its roots in China. Today, the company’s flagship app TikTok stands as a cultural phenomenon, captivating billions of users across continents and redefining how content is created, shared, and consumed.
This is the story of ByteDance, driven by the relentless vision of Zhang Yiming. From
Lippo Group (ID) I Real Estate and Healthcare I 5/5
Empires will be taking a short break, but we’ll be back in 2025 with even more exciting stories. We appreciate your support and can’t wait to share what’s next. See you in the new year!
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From a local Indonesian business, the Lippo Group has evolved into one of Southeast Asia's most influential conglomerates.
With ventures spanning across real estate, retail, healthcare, banking, and digital technology, the presence of the Indonesian powerhouse can be seen not just locally, but across the regio
Lippo Group (ID) I Lippo The Group I 4/5
From a local Indonesian business, the Lippo Group has evolved into one of Southeast Asia's most influential conglomerates.
With ventures spanning across real estate, retail, healthcare, banking, and digital technology, the presence of the Indonesian powerhouse can be seen not just locally, but across the region. Today, the Lippo Group's assets stretch across various industries and countries, from Singapore to Hong Kong and beyond, reflecting its transformation into a multifaceted, globally conn
Lippo Group (ID) I The Benefactor I 3/5
From a local Indonesian business, the Lippo Group has evolved into one of Southeast Asia's most influential conglomerates.
With ventures spanning across real estate, retail, healthcare, banking, and digital technology, the presence of the Indonesian powerhouse can be seen not just locally, but across the region. Today, the Lippo Group's assets stretch across various industries and countries, from Singapore to Hong Kong and beyond, reflecting its transformation into a multifaceted, globally conn
Lippo Group (ID) | Building Banks | 2/5
From a local Indonesian business, the Lippo Group has evolved into one of Southeast Asia's most influential conglomerates.
With ventures spanning across real estate, retail, healthcare, banking, and digital technology, the presence of the Indonesian powerhouse can be seen not just locally, but across the region. Today, the Lippo Group's assets stretch across various industries and countries, from Singapore to Hong Kong and beyond, reflecting its transformation into a multifaceted, globally conne
Lippo Group (ID) | Bikes and Ships | 1/5
From a local Indonesian business, the Lippo Group has evolved into one of Southeast Asia's most influential conglomerates.
With ventures spanning across real estate, retail, healthcare, banking, and digital technology, the presence of the Indonesian powerhouse can be seen not just locally, but across the region. Today, the Lippo Group's assets stretch across various industries and countries, from Singapore to Hong Kong and beyond, reflecting its transformation into a multifaceted, globally conn
Uniqlo (JP) | Beyond Styles | 5/5
Once dubbed Asia's GAP, Uniqlo has skyrocketed it's parent company (Fast Retailing) into the ranks of the world's top three clothing giants.
With over 3,500 stores worldwide, this Japanese powerhouse has officially crossed a major milestone: for the first time, its international sales outpace domestic revenue, cementing its status as a truly global brand. Today, Uniqlo’s earnings are split evenly across Japan, Greater China, and the rest of the world.
Uniqlo now makes up a staggering 85% of Fa
Uniqlo (JP) | Tennozan | 4/5
Once dubbed Asia's GAP, Uniqlo has skyrocketed it's parent company (Fast Retailing) into the ranks of the world's top three clothing giants.
With over 3,500 stores worldwide, this Japanese powerhouse has officially crossed a major milestone: for the first time, its international sales outpace domestic revenue, cementing its status as a truly global brand. Today, Uniqlo’s earnings are split evenly across Japan, Greater China, and the rest of the world.
Uniqlo now makes up a staggering 85% of Fast
Uniqlo (JP) | The Golden Fleece | 3/5
Once dubbed Asia's GAP, Uniqlo has skyrocketed it's parent company (Fast Retailing) into the ranks of the world's top three clothing giants.
With over 3,500 stores worldwide, this Japanese powerhouse has officially crossed a major milestone: for the first time, its international sales outpace domestic revenue, cementing its status as a truly global brand. Today, Uniqlo’s earnings are split evenly across Japan, Greater China, and the rest of the world.
Uniqlo now makes up a staggering 85% of Fa
Uniqlo (JP) | Building the Argo | 2/5
Once dubbed Asia's GAP, Uniqlo has skyrocketed it's parent company (Fast Retailing) into the ranks of the world's top three clothing giants.
With over 3,500 stores worldwide, this Japanese powerhouse has officially crossed a major milestone: for the first time, its international sales outpace domestic revenue, cementing its status as a truly global brand. Today, Uniqlo’s earnings are split evenly across Japan, Greater China, and the rest of the world.
Uniqlo now makes up a staggering 85% of Fast
Uniqlo (JP) | Path of Righteousness | 1/5
Once dubbed Asia's GAP, Uniqlo has skyrocketed it's parent company (Fast Retailing) into the ranks of the world's top three clothing giants.
With over 3,500 stores worldwide, this Japanese powerhouse has officially crossed a major milestone: for the first time, its international sales outpace domestic revenue, cementing its status as a truly global brand. Today, Uniqlo’s earnings are split evenly across Japan, Greater China, and the rest of the world.
Uniqlo now makes up a staggering 85% of Fast
Jollibee (PH) | A Total Eclipse | 5/5
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Jollibee is the McDonald's of the Philippines.
Yet, it commands a vast portfolio of iconic brands across the region, from the Michelin-starred dim sum of Tim Ho Wan to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf—Starbucks' formidable rival—and Highlands Coffee, Vietnam's largest coffee chain.
Jollibee's true gem, however, is its dominance in the Philippines' F&B industry, with over 2,000 outlets spanning four major franchises: Jollibee, cel
Jollibee (PH) | Becoming Bakunawa | 4/5
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Jollibee is the McDonald's of the Philippines.
Yet, it commands a vast portfolio of iconic brands across the region, from the Michelin-starred dim sum of Tim Ho Wan to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf—Starbucks' formidable rival—and Highlands Coffee, Vietnam's largest coffee chain.
Jollibee's true gem, however, is its dominance in the Philippines' F&B industry, with over 2,000 outlets spanning four major franchises: Jollibee, cel
Jollibee (PH) | Swarming the Clown | 3/5
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Jollibee is the McDonald's of the Philippines.
Yet, it commands a vast portfolio of iconic brands across the region, from the Michelin-starred dim sum of Tim Ho Wan to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf—Starbucks' formidable rival—and Highlands Coffee, Vietnam's largest coffee chain.
Jollibee's true gem, however, is its dominance in the Philippines' F&B industry, with over 2,000 outlets spanning four major franchises: Jollibee, cel
Jollibee (PH) | Becoming the Hive | 2/5
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Jollibee is the McDonald's of the Philippines.
Yet, it commands a vast portfolio of iconic brands across the region, from the Michelin-starred dim sum of Tim Ho Wan to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf—Starbucks' formidable rival—and Highlands Coffee, Vietnam's largest coffee chain.
Jollibee's true gem, however, is its dominance in the Philippines' F&B industry, with over 2,000 outlets spanning four major franchises: Jollibee, cel
Jollibee (PH) | Cold Start and Hot Finish | 1/5
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Jollibee is the McDonald's of the Philippines.
Yet, it commands a vast portfolio of iconic brands across the region, from the Michelin-starred dim sum of Tim Ho Wan to The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf—Starbucks' formidable rival—and Highlands Coffee, Vietnam's largest coffee chain.
Jollibee's true gem, however, is its dominance in the Philippines' F&B industry, with over 2,000 outlets spanning four major franchises: Jollibee, celeb
Titan (IN) | A New Edge | 5/5
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Titan is the largest jewellery and watch company in India, a country that consumes more gold for jewellery than most countries in the world.
Titan, a part of the Tata Group, generates around $5 billion USD in revenue from jewelry, watches, eyecare, fragrances, fashion accessories, and Indian dress wear.
The Jewelry division is the largest contributor, making up nearly 80% of the business, followed by Watches and Wearables at 8
Titan (IN) | The Golden Bird | 4/5
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Titan is the largest jewellery and watch company in India, a country that consumes more gold for jewellery than most countries in the world.
Titan, a part of the Tata Group, generates around $5 billion USD in revenue from jewelry, watches, eyecare, fragrances, fashion accessories, and Indian dress wear.
The Jewelry division is the largest contributor, making up nearly 80% of the business, followed by Watches and Wearables at 8
Titan (IN) | With Location, Everything Changes | 3/5
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Titan is the largest jewellery and watch company in India, a country that consumes more gold for jewellery than most countries in the world.
Titan, a part of the Tata Group, generates around $5 billion USD in revenue from jewelry, watches, eyecare, fragrances, fashion accessories, and Indian dress wear.
The Jewelry division is the largest contributor, making up nearly 80% of the business, followed by Watches and Wearables a
Titan (IN) | Beyond Time | 2/5
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Titan is the largest jewellery and watch company in India, a country that consumes more gold for jewellery than most countries in the world.
Titan, a part of the Tata Group, generates around $5 billion USD in revenue from jewelry, watches, eyecare, fragrances, fashion accessories, and Indian dress wear.
The Jewelry division is the largest contributor, making up nearly 80% of the business, followed by Watches and Wearables at 8-
Titan (IN) | About Time | 1/5
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Titan is the largest jewellery and watch company in India, a country that consumes more gold for jewellery than most countries in the world.
Titan, a part of the Tata Group, generates around $5 billion USD in revenue from jewelry, watches, eyecare, fragrances, fashion accessories, and Indian dress wear.
The Jewelry division is the largest contributor, making up nearly 80% of the business, followed by Watches and Wearables at
Vingroup (VN) | The Making of
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Group.
Episode
Vingroup (VN) | The Elon Musk of Vietnam | 5/5
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Grou
Vingroup (VN) | System Reboot | 4/5
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Grou
Vingroup (VN) | A Good Land Attracts Good Birds | 3/5
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Grou
Vingroup (VN) | Pearl in the Bay | 2/5
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Grou
Vingroup (VN) | My Name is Prosperity | 1/5
Pham Nhat Vuong is often called the Elon Musk of Vietnam.
Vuong founded Vingroup, Vietnam's largest conglomerate, contributing nearly 2% to the nation's GDP. The company spans six key sectors, with real estate as its main driver, accounting for 70% of its revenue and boasting $17.6 billion in assets.
Globally, Vingroup is recognized through its subsidiary VinFast, a venture full of challenges yet poised to revolutionize the company much like Samsung Electronics transformed Samsung Grou
Promotions, Episode Drop | Indonesia Tiktok Ban | BRAVE
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Brave brings together top tech leaders to discuss real stories of success and failure, without any fluff. Don't believe? Here's an episode that provides more context
GOTO (ID) | The Making of
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
GOTO | Go Far, Go Together (ID) | 5/5
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
GOTO | My Nakama (ID) | 4/5
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
GOTO | Go Ojek (ID) | 3/5
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
GOTO | Three Proposals (ID) | 2/5
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
GOTO | We Are Not Afraid (ID) | 1/5
GOTO, an Indonesian tech titan, drives more than 2% of the nation's GDP.
Born from the union of Gojek, Indonesia's answer to Uber, and Tokopedia, its version of Amazon, GOTO reigns as a colossal tech empire.
Its business model? Imagine Amazon scrapping its warehouses, leaning instead on a vast network of in-house drivers for deliveries.
With impressive figures, GOTO boasts 64 million annual users, 3 million drivers, and 18 million merchants, peaking at a valuation of $33 billion USD.
Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | The Making Of
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | Tom Yam Kung Crisis (TH) | 5/5
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
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Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | China is in our Name (TH) | 4/5
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | Kitchen of the World (TH) | 3/5
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | Return to Roots (TH) | 2/5
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
Charoen Pokphand (C.P.) | Money on Trees (TH) | 1/5
Charoen Pokphand, or C.P., is renowned as the "Kitchen of the World."
It is estimated that half the world's population has consumed food from C.P.
Initially recognized for its expertise in vertical food integration, the company has evolved into one of Thailand's largest distributors. It owns 13,000 7-Eleven stores and nearly 3,000 hypermarkets, supermarkets, and minimarkets under the "Lotus" brand. Additionally, it owns True Corp, a telecommunications company provid
Studio Ghibli | Hatred and Cursed (JP) | 5/5
Studio Ghibli is an unmistakable animation powerhouse - initially dub the Pixar of Japan, its come to hold its own.
Not always regarded as an empire for its sales, it's true power lies in its influence. Often mentioned as a source of inspiration by John Lasseter, ex-CCO of Pixar, and filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, Studio Ghibli teamed up with A-listers like Liam Neeson and Cate Blanchett for iconic English dubs.
Recently, whispers of Studio Ghibli's future have intensified. While Hayao
Studio Ghibli | Before Spirited (JP) | 4/5
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Studio Ghibli is an unmistakable animation powerhouse - initially dub the Pixar of Japan, its come to hold its own.
Not always regarded as an empire for its sales, it's true power lies in its influence. Often mentioned as a source of inspiration by John Lasseter, ex-CCO of Pixar, and filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, Studio Ghibli teamed up with A-listers like Liam Neeson and Cate Blanchett for iconic English dubs.
Recently, whispers of S
Studio Ghibli | Sea of Decay (JP) | 3/5
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Studio Ghibli is an unmistakable animation powerhouse - initially dub the Pixar of Japan, its come to hold its own.
Not always regarded as an empire for its sales, it's true power lies in its influence. Often mentioned as a source of inspiration by John Lasseter, ex-CCO of Pixar, and filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, Studio Ghibli teamed up with A-listers like Liam Neeson and Cate Blanchett for iconic English dubs.
Recently, whispers of Stu
Studio Ghibli | A Wizard's Call (JP) | 2/5
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Studio Ghibli is an unmistakable animation powerhouse - initially dub the Pixar of Japan, its come to hold its own.
Not always regarded as an empire for its sales, it's true power lies in its influence. Often mentioned as a source of inspiration by John Lasseter, ex-CCO of Pixar, and filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, Studio Ghibli teamed up with A-listers like Liam Neeson and Cate Blanchett for iconic English dubs.
Recently, whispers of Studi
Studio Ghibli (JP) | Winds of Change | 1/5
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Studio Ghibli is an unmistakable animation powerhouse - initially dub the Pixar of Japan, its come to hold its own.
Not always regarded as an empire for its sales, it's true power lies in its influence. Often mentioned as a source of inspiration by John Lasseter, ex-CCO of Pixar, and filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, Studio Ghibli teamed up with A-listers like Liam Neeson and Cate Blanchett for iconic English dubs.
Recently, whispers of Studio
Grab (MY/SG) | Interview, Grab after Uber & possible FoodPanda acquisition | 5/5
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Grab is often referred to as the "Uber of Southeast Asia." However, it's quickly becoming a super app on which one can manage a significant portion of their lives, including investing.
By market share, they dominate Southeast Asia, controlling approximately 70% of all rides after Uber's exit.
Grab's journey from a fledgling taxi application in Malaysia to being valued at nearly 40 billion, representing the largest SPAC IP
Grab (MY/SG) | Uber vs Grab, Street Hails and Street Fight | 4/5
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Grab is often referred to as the "Uber of Southeast Asia." However, it's quickly becoming a super app on which one can manage a significant portion of their lives, including investing.
By market share, they dominate Southeast Asia, controlling approximately 70% of all rides after Uber's exit.
Grab's journey from a fledgling taxi application in Malaysia to being valued at nearly 40 billion, representing the largest SPAC IPO
Grab (MY/SG) | Running Till Empty | 3/5
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Grab is often referred to as the "Uber of Southeast Asia." However, it's quickly becoming a super app on which one can manage a significant portion of their lives, including investing.
By market share, they dominate Southeast Asia, controlling approximately 70% of all rides after Uber's exit.
Grab's journey from a fledgling taxi application in Malaysia to being valued at nearly 40 billion, representing the largest SPAC IPO o
Grab (MY/SG) | Up for Grabs | 2/5
Grab is often referred to as the "Uber of Southeast Asia." However, it's quickly becoming a super app on which one can manage a significant portion of their lives, including investing.
By market share, they dominate Southeast Asia, controlling approximately 70% of all rides after Uber's exit.
Grab's journey from a fledgling taxi application in Malaysia to being valued at nearly 40 billion, representing the largest SPAC IPO on record, is nothing short of astounding. In its
Grab (MY/SG) | Taking the Wheel | 1/5
Grab is often referred to as the "Uber of Southeast Asia." However, it's quickly becoming a super app on which one can manage a significant portion of their lives, including investing.
By market share, they dominate Southeast Asia, controlling approximately 70% of all rides after Uber's exit.
Grab's journey from a fledgling taxi application in Malaysia to being valued at nearly 40 billion, representing the largest SPAC IPO on record, is nothing short of astounding. In its
VNG (VN) | Interview, Vietnamese perspective and Impact on startups in SEA | 5
VNG, often referred to as the "Tencent of Vietnam," is one of Southeast Asia's pioneering unicorns.
Mirroring Tencent, a significant 70% of VNG's revenue comes from gaming. Among its array of products, VNG boasts Zing, Zalo, and Zalopay, which parallel QQ - a social app, WeChat - a messenger, and WePay - a mobile wallet respectively.
VNG's remarkable success in Vietnam is nothing but extraordinary, especially since it'll stand its ground against global powerhous
VNG (VN) | Kill the Messenger | 4
VNG, often referred to as the "Tencent of Vietnam," is one of Southeast Asia's pioneering unicorns.
Mirroring Tencent, a significant 70% of VNG's revenue comes from gaming. Among its array of products, VNG boasts Zing, Zalo, and Zalopay, which parallel QQ - a social app, WeChat - a messenger, and WePay - a mobile wallet respectively.
VNG's remarkable success in Vietnam is nothing but extraordinary, especially since it'll stand its ground against global powerhouses
VNG (VN) | War of the Words | 3
VNG, often referred to as the "Tencent of Vietnam," is one of Southeast Asia's pioneering unicorns.
Mirroring Tencent, a significant 70% of VNG's revenue comes from gaming. Among its array of products, VNG boasts Zing, Zalo, and Zalopay, which parallel QQ - a social app, WeChat - a messenger, and WePay - a mobile wallet respectively.
VNG's remarkable success in Vietnam is nothing but extraordinary, especially since it'll stand its ground against global powerhouses l
VNG (VN) | An Amazing Brand | 2
VNG, often referred to as the "Tencent of Vietnam," is one of Southeast Asia's pioneering unicorns.
Mirroring Tencent, a significant 70% of VNG's revenue comes from gaming. Among its array of products, VNG boasts Zing, Zalo, and Zalopay, which parallel QQ - a social app, WeChat - a messenger, and WePay - a mobile wallet respectively.
VNG's remarkable success in Vietnam is nothing but extraordinary, especially since it'll stand its ground against global powerhouses lik
VNG (VN) | A King's Bet | 1
VNG, often referred to as the "Tencent of Vietnam," is one of Southeast Asia's pioneering unicorns.Mirroring Tencent, a significant 70% of VNG's revenue comes from gaming. Among its array of products, VNG boasts Zing, Zalo, and Zalopay, which parallel QQ - a social app, WeChat - a messenger, and WePay - a mobile wallet respectively.VNG's remarkable success in Vietnam is nothing but extraordinary, especially since it'll stand its ground against global powerhouses like Fa
Promotions, Episode Drop | China-Vietnam Relations | The China History Podcast
Hi Empire listeners!
Today we've something special, we're doing an episode drop with our friend, Laszlo Montgomery from the China History Podcast.
We thought there's alot of synergy because they cover the in-depth history of China and the Chinese around our region, which actually gives brilliant context to our own podcast.
This episode is on China Vietnam Relations, which can set some context for the next business Empire that we'll witness - VNG. VNG is Vietnam's first star
Alibaba (CN) | Interview, Impact on startups in SEA | 6
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Alibaba (CN) | Dragon in the Ocean | 5
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Alibaba (CN) | Crocodile in the Yangtze River | 4
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Alibaba (CN) | Shark in the Ocean | 3
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Alibaba (CN) | Hidden Treasures | 2
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Alibaba (CN) | Open Sesame | 1
Alibaba is the Amazon of China, who's annual active user base is equivalent to the entire population of India.
Alibaba, draws 70% of its total revenue from domestic operations and an additional 7% from international commerce. The firm also has a growing cloud division, similar to Amazon's, accounting for 9% of its revenues. The remaining revenues are generated from its digital media and distribution sectors.
Throughout its growth, Alibaba would face industry titans such as eBay, and Am
Globe Telecom (PH) | Interview, Gcash CMO | 6
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots fro
Globe Telecom (PH) | Interview, Maya CMO | 5
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots from
Globe Telecom (PH) | Fintech Wars: Gcash vs Maya | 4
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots from th
Globe Telecom (PH) | A World of Change | 3
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots from the
Globe Telecom (PH) | Finding Connection | 2
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots from the 2
Globe Telecom (PH) | An Astronomical Opponent | 1
In the 2020s, Philippines went through a fintech revolution. 80% of unbanked Filipinos or 90 million users were caught in the Gcash and PayMaya (now Maya) fintech war which had metamorphosized the country.
But this war is part of a broader picture.
From an international standpoint it seems like a proxy war between the China companies, Tencent (who backed Maya) and Alibaba (Gcash). But domestically the rivalry actually extends decades earlier as both fintech companies are offshoots from the 2 la
Promotions, Episode Drop | The History of the Teochew People | The China History Podcast
Hi Empire listeners!
Today we've something special, we're doing an episode drop with our friend, Laszlo Montgomery from the China History Podcast.
There's alot of synergy because they cover the in-depth history of China and the Chinese, which gives brilliant context to our own podcast.
For example in ep 83 to 90 he covers the cultural revolution in-depth at a time of violence in China which actually shaped the thinking of Tencent's founder Pony Ma.
But there's also alot more,
Samsung (KR) | Interview, Implications within Vietnam | 6
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Samsung (KR) | A Cosmic War Part 2 | 5
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Samsung (KR) | A Cosmic War Part 1 | 4
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Samsung (KR) | The Power of the Son | 3
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Samsung (KR) | Fracturing the Celestial Body | 2
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Samsung (KR) | A Message in the Stars | 1
Samsung is a company that is too big to fail. It's business categories represent more than 20% of Korea's GDP, and close to 30% of Vietnam's.
The Samsung that we know, Samsung Electronics is made of the consumer electronics segment (50%), semiconductors (30%), displays (10%) and connected home systems (10%).
But Samsung is actually a massive business empire, owned by a mysterious Lee family who is now at its 3rd generation of leaders. The Lee family, part of Korea's elite chaebol
Sony (JP) | Interview, Why Sony lost cultural relevance | 5
When you think of Sony, what products come to mind? Probably the Playstation, Headphones, maybe the Walkman.
Yet, cummulatively these business segments don't even make up 50% of Sony's revenue.
Curious? Here's a little breakdown for you - Games & Network Services (27%), Electronics Product and Solutions (23%), Insurance (15%), Movies (12%) and Music (11%)
This Japanese empire's beginning is forged from the rubble of World War 2 with 2 geniuses that inspired the modern day App
Sony (JP) | Disconnected | 4
When you think of Sony, what products come to mind? Probably the Playstation, Headphones, maybe the Walkman.
Yet, cummulatively these business segments don't even make up 50% of Sony's revenue.
Curious? Here's a little breakdown for you - Games & Network Services (27%), Electronics Product and Solutions (23%), Insurance (15%), Movies (12%) and Music (11%)
This Japanese empire's beginning is forged from the rubble of World War 2 with 2 geniuses that inspired the modern day App
Sony (JP) | Made in Japan | 3
When you think of Sony, what products come to mind? Probably the Playstation, Headphones, maybe the Walkman.
Yet, cummulatively these business segments don't even make up 50% of Sony's revenue.
Curious? Here's a little breakdown for you - Games & Network Services (27%), Electronics Product and Solutions (23%), Insurance (15%), Movies (12%) and Music (11%)
This Japanese empire's beginning is forged from the rubble of World War 2 with 2 geniuses that inspired the modern day App
Sony (JP) | Akio Morita, The Businessman | 2
When you think of Sony, what products come to mind? Probably the Playstation, Headphones, maybe the Walkman.
Yet, cummulatively these business segments don't even make up 50% of Sony's revenue.
Curious? Here's a little breakdown for you - Games & Network Services (27%), Electronics Product and Solutions (23%), Insurance (15%), Movies (12%) and Music (11%)
This Japanese empire's beginning is forged from the rubble of World War 2 with 2 geniuses that inspired the modern day App
Sony (JP) | Masaru Ibuka, The Engineer | 1
When you think of Sony, what products come to mind? Probably the Playstation, Headphones, maybe the Walkman.
Yet, cummulatively these business segments don't even make up 50% of Sony's revenue.
Curious? Here's a little breakdown for you - Games & Network Services (27%), Electronics Product and Solutions (23%), Insurance (15%), Movies (12%) and Music (11%)
This Japanese empire's beginning is forged from the rubble of World War 2 with 2 geniuses that inspired the modern day App
Tencent (CN) | Guest, Implications across Southeast and East Asia region | 5
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users.
Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify.
But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings.
This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp,
Tencent (CN) | The Hand of the Jade Emperor | 4
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users.
Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify.
But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings.
This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp,
Tencent (CN) | Entertaining a Dragon | 3
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users.
Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify.
But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings.
This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp,
Tencent (CN) | Carp becomes Dragon | 2
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users.
Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify.
But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings.
This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp,
Tencent (CN) | A Carp Swims Up the River | 1
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users.
Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify.
But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings.
This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp,