Tag: asia

What are the Largest Music Streaming Services in Thailand with Market Share Numbers

Here are the largest music streaming services in Thailand and their market share numbers in 2023:

RankMusic Streaming ServiceMarket Share (%)
1Spotify55%
2JOOX25%
3Apple Music15%
4Deezer5%
5YouTube Music0.1%

Spotify is the clear market leader in Thailand, with a market share of over 50%. This is due in part to its strong brand recognition and its wide selection of music and podcasts. JOOX and Apple Music are the second and third largest players, respectively, with market shares of 25% and 15%. Deezer and YouTube Music have smaller market shares of 5% and 0.1%, respectively.

True Technology Innovation Coming From Asia and the Developing World

When I read most of the leading technology sites like The Verge or TechCrunch or Business Insider there is a distinct focus on US based technology companies (with a hint of EU), which of course is understandable. However, I find myself these days wanting to find more about companies in Asia or the Developing World. This is where true innovation will come from!

Blackstone Group Investing $5 billion in Second Asian Fund (China and India Focus)

Blackstone Group is looking to raise $5 billion for its second Asian fund.

Blackstone is seeing huge potential in Asia and really wants to invest heavily and faster than ever before. Around 66% of their first fund $2.3 billion has been invested.

Blackstone see’s great growth potential in China and India and really wants to get a foot in those markets before they mature.