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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
EU Says Alibaba's AliExpress May Have Broken Online Rules
Officials said the e-commerce company may have underestimated the risks its platform poses and failed to properly penalize traders posting illegal content.
Bloomberg
13-06-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Zhihu CFO on Growth Outlook
The Asia Trade Han Wang, CFO of Zhihu, a Chinese online knowledge platform, discusses his outlook for business and growth for the platform, as they look to integrate AI deeper into their product. He speaks with Haidi Stroud-Watts and Nina Trentmann on "Bloomberg: The Asia Trade". (Source: Bloomberg)
Entrepreneur
06-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Manila-Based telehealth Startup &you Secures Pre- Seed Funding from International Investors
The company is launching with a focus on some of the most neglected and misunderstood health issues in Southeast Asia. But its broader ambition is to become the region's most seamless and trusted online healthcare platform — a market expected to surpass $22 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of over 18%. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur Asia Pacific, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. &you ( a health tech startup founded by entrepreneur Emil Eriksen, has raised an undisclosed amount in pre-seed funding, backed by a strategic group of early investors in a round led by New York-based VC Everywhere Ventures. "Despite a dynamic global trade environment, the macro tailwinds behind Southeast Asia and the Philippines in particular are unquestionable. We believe in rising prosperity, the incredible power of an expanding middle class, and the demand that creates for quality healthcare products. We are excited to be investing in the Philippines for the fifth time," said Scott Hartley, co-founder and managing partner, Everywhere Ventures. The company is launching with a focus on some of the most neglected and misunderstood health issues in Southeast Asia. But its broader ambition is to become the region's most seamless and trusted online healthcare platform — a market expected to surpass $22 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of over 18%. Rebuilding Healthcare Starts with Restoring Trust In the Philippines, trust in the healthcare system is in short supply — and for good reason. Ninety percent of people self-medicate, not by choice but out of necessity. Seven in ten rural patients travel hours just to see a specialist. Half of Filipinos can't reach a clinic within 30 minutes, and 50% of families face financial hardship just trying to access basic care. For millions, traditional healthcare is either out of reach, unaffordable, or unreliable. That's the gap &you is stepping into — not just with technology, but with a new model built around clinical credibility, licensed care, and patient trust. Tech at its core — not layered on later While a few players already exist in the space, &you believe the current offerings fall short — especially in markets like the Philippines, where patients are often left with overpriced products, clunky apps, or worse: black-market alternatives. &you offers licensed doctor consultations and FDA-compliant treatments through a streamlined digital platform — no clinic visits required. &you is developing a fully localized end-to-end system — from mobile onboarding and medical intake to prescription and nationwide delivery — built specifically for Southeast Asia's infrastructure and behavior. The platform will use advanced technology to help users assess their health and connect them with licensed local doctors to create personalized treatment plans. "We're addressing unique regional challenges such as disrupted supply chains, user- unfriendly platforms, and a significant trust deficit. Our goal is to make getting help feel as easy and safe as ordering food," said Emil Eriksen, Founder of &you. A Homegrown Model with Global Standards Behind the scenes, &you works only with FDA-compliant partners and fully-licensed doctors, ensuring that all treatments are not only accessible but also safe and fully regulated. The company emphasizes user experience and clinical credibility — not just cheaper medicine. All &you orders are handled through carefully selected partners to ensure a smooth and confidential delivery experience. Early Traction Signals Big Demand Since launching just this April, &you has already seen rapid traction, with thousands of customers in the few month, and expects to scale quickly as awareness grows. The new funding will be used to scale engineering, expand local operations, and prepare for entry into new verticals in the next 12 months. "Healthcare doesn't work here the way it should," Eriksen says. "We're fixing that — one problem, one product, and one person at a time."
Associated Press
24-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TrustReviews Surpasses 100,000 Client Milestone with Industry-First Dual-Action Online Review Management Platform, Outpacing Competitors in Digital Reputation Market
Company's Legal-Backed Removal Strategy Delivers 4.2x Faster Results Than Industry Average While Boosting SEO and Increasing Conversions for E-commerce and Local Business Clients NY, US - May 23, 2025 - the pioneering online review management platform specializing in comprehensive online reputation solutions, today announced it has surpassed 100,000 clients served since launching its dual-action system combining negative review removal with positive review generation in 2016. This milestone positions TrustReviews as a rapidly growing company in the online reputation management sector, with the platform helping businesses increase conversions and boost SEO performance through its integrated approach. The announcement comes as online reputation management becomes increasingly critical for businesses, with fake review manipulation creating unprecedented challenges for e-commerce reputation and local business reputation management. Changing the Game with an All-in-One Approach Most reputation management companies only offer review removal or focus on getting positive feedback. TrustReviews brings both together, using a legal-backed removal strategy and automation to help brands build real trust and see results faster. 'Traditional online reputation management companies force businesses to choose between defense and offense,' said Daniel Ledlin, TrustReviews Reputation Specialist. 'Our platform does both at the same time, backed by a legal team and proprietary technology. This way, we help businesses improve their online image, get more conversions, and rank higher on search engines.' Proven Results Demonstrate Platform Effectiveness TrustReviews reports strong client performance outcomes: Comprehensive Service: Platform combines negative review removal with positive review generation Legal Support: In-house legal team backs removal efforts Client Base: Over 100,000 clients served since 2016 Automated Systems: Technology streamlines customer review collection processes Guarantee: 100% Money-Back Guarantee if results are not achieved Technology and Legal Innovation Drive Success TrustReviews differentiates through several proprietary online review management innovations: Legal-Backed Removal Strategy: Unlike competitors who rely primarily on platform policy violations, TrustReviews employs a team of specialized attorneys who challenge fake reviews based on defamation law, creating higher success rates for complex negative review removal cases. Automated Positive Review Generation Pipeline: The company's proprietary technology integrates with client business systems to identify satisfied customers and automate customer review solicitation, generating authentic reviews that comply with all platform guidelines while building brand trust. Real-Time Online Reputation Monitoring: Advanced AI-powered monitoring detects new negative reviews within 4 hours on average, enabling rapid response before reputational damage occurs to e-commerce reputation or local business reputation. Market Position Strengthened by Experience and Client Base With over 8 years of experience in the online review management space, TrustReviews has established itself through: Proven Track Record: Over 100,000 clients served across diverse industries Legal Expertise: In-house legal team specializing in review-related challenges Technology Integration: Partnerships with business platforms and systems Performance Guarantee: 100% Money-Back Guarantee on service delivery Addressing Critical Business Pain Points The growth of online reviews has created significant challenges for businesses: Small businesses struggle with the impact of fake reviews and malicious customer reviews Negative reviews can significantly impact a business's ability to increase conversions Many business owners lack the time and expertise to effectively manage customer reviews and online reputation Businesses often lack knowledge about legally backed removal processes for challenging illegitimate reviews Poor online reputation can negatively impact SEO rankings and local search visibility 'TrustReviews has identified a genuine market need and created an online review management solution that addresses both immediate threats and long-term brand trust building,' noted industry observers. 'Their legal-backed removal approach resonates with businesses that have felt helpless against fake review manipulation, while their positive review generation system helps increase conversions and boost SEO performance.' Transparent Pricing Disrupts Industry Norms Breaking from industry tradition of custom quotes and complex pricing tiers, TrustReviews offers transparent, flat-rate online review management pricing starting at $247 monthly. The company's 100% Money-Back Guarantee reduces client risk. 'Online reputation management shouldn't be a luxury service available only to large corporations,' Ledlin explained. 'Our flat-rate model and Money-Back Guarantee make professional negative review removal and positive review generation accessible to every e-commerce business and local business that depends on customer reviews to build brand trust.' Strategic Expansion and Future Outlook Building on its client milestone, TrustReviews announced plans for continued growth and expansion of its online review management services. The online reputation management industry continues to grow as businesses recognize the importance of managing their online presence and customer reviews. Success Stories Janet Morrison, a local business owner, credits TrustReviews for improving her reputation: 'Their legal-backed removal service solved our review problems, and the positive review system made it easy to collect authentic customer feedback. We saw better conversions and built stronger trust with our customers.' David Park, an e-commerce entrepreneur, agrees: 'The dual approach made a real difference for us. Our online reputation, SEO, and customer trust all improved.' About TrustReviews Founded in 2016, TrustReviews is the leading dual-action online review management platform serving e-commerce businesses and local service providers. The company's proprietary technology combines legal-backed removal of negative reviews and fake reviews with automated positive review generation, delivering comprehensive online reputation management through a single platform designed to build brand trust, increase conversions, and boost SEO performance. TrustReviews serves clients across 47 states and maintains strategic partnerships with major e-commerce platforms, payment processors, and business software providers. The company's removal team includes former platform policy specialists and online reputation law experts who have successfully challenged thousands of fraudulent and defamatory customer reviews. Every TrustReviews online review management engagement includes a 100% Money-Back Guarantee, real-time progress tracking, and ongoing online reputation monitoring. More information is available at . Media Contact Company Name: TheTrustReviews Contact Person: Daniel Ledlin Email: Send Email Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: TrustReviews Surpasses 100,000 Client Milestone with Industry-First Dual-Action Online Review Management Platform, Outpacing Competitors in Digital Reputation Market
Fast Company
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fast Company
Bluesky opens blue-check verification to ‘notable and authentic' users: Here's how it works
Blue-check verification is nothing new in the world of social media, but Bluesky is only now making it available to any 'notable' accounts. The social media company has launched an application that allows users to apply for this authentication and receive a blue check. Bluesky first launched a form of verification in 2023 that required users to put a domain as their handle. For example, a brand or magazine could show its validity by using its official website as an identifier. Meanwhile, individuals who worked for the company could then make their usernames @ According to Bluesky, over 270,000 accounts took part in this option over its first two years. It wasn't until this April that Bluesky hopped on the train of its competitors and started offering blue checks —and very selectively. Most notably, it introduced a process allowing approved organizations to become Trusted Verifiers and give their employees a blue check. These users receive a scalloped blue check indicating their 'trusted' status. That brings us to the present day, when Bluesky's safety account announced, 'We're expanding our roll-out. Notable and authentic accounts can apply for verification or to become a Trusted Verifier via the form linked in our blog.' How can I apply for Bluesky verification? The application is available here and includes questions about what category the account falls under (such as a public figure or elected official) and what proof is available regarding its status. Accounts not selected for verification won't receive a response from the company, however, they can still pursue the domain option. Bluesky's usership exploded following a mass exodus from X after the presidential election— tripling in size since its pre-November numbers to over 36 million users at the time of publication. X's owner, Elon Musk, had already begun offering paid verification, removing the validity of such designations on the site by not making it clear who's legit and who shelled out. His financial and vocal support of now President Trump pushed more users to delete their accounts and migrate to Bluesky.
