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Unisound: A Chinese Unicorn Focused on AI Powered Voice and Speech Processing Technologies

By | Smartkarma Originals
  • Founded in 2012, Beijing Yunzhisheng Information Technology Co. (also known as Unisound) is a Chinese company focused on AI powered voice and speech processing technologies.
  • Unisound provides voice recognition, language processing and big data solutions to home appliances, automobile, healthcare and education companies.
  • Since the inception of the company, it has raised US$361 million in funding. 

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Japan Consumer Staples Sector : Inflation Looks a Blessing in Disguise for Those with Pricing Power

By | Smartkarma Originals
  • Having reached a 30 year high of 4% in December 2022, which is two times the BOJ’s target, Japanese companies are finding it hard to absorb cost inflation.
  • This macro environment presents an opportunity to appreciate the few Japanese Food and Beverages companies that have managed to maintain average pricing growth even in a deflationary environment.
  • With a lasting pricing-power and a relatively inelastic demand than competitors, we think Yakult Honsha (2267 JP) and Nissin Foods Holdings (2897 JP) are in a great position to outperform competition. 

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RiiiD: AI Machine Learning Technology to Improve Students Education and Test Scores

By | Smartkarma Originals
  • Riiid uses AI machine learning technology including “reinforcement learning algorithm” to improve student education.
  • Riiid has a strong presence in the TOEIC test prep services in Asia. Now, it is expanding its business in the SAT and ACT prep markets in the United States.
  • Since the company’s inception, the company has received about $250 million in funding including from Softbank Vision Fund.

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Kakao Brain: Leading Provider of AI Based Text-To-Image Service & Launch of KoGPT in 2H 2023

By | Smartkarma Originals
  • One of the most promising projects that Kakao Brain is currently developing includes an AI Korean language model called KoGPT, which would be similar to ChatGPT service. 
  • In February 2023, Kakao Brain created a major magazine cover which was the first time in South Korea that an AI-based artwork has been published on a major magazine cover.
  • There are five major companies including Kakao Brain, Naver Corp, SK Telecom, KT Corp, and LG AI Research that are actively developing Korean language versions of Chat GPT.

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Crypto Mining Industry Series: Strong Start In 2023. Bitcoin Is Up ~40% YTD

By | Smartkarma Originals
  • Bitcoin could find the bottom and strongly rebounded in 1Q23. We believe BTC mining companies could be sellers of crypto assets on strong bounce and limit room for further upside. 
  • Our bear case scenario assumes an average BTC price of $25K in 2023 with an opportunity to reach as high as $30K. Leading crypto miners began to offload Bitcoin holdings. 
  • Investors should be more selective on the crypto miner names during a prolonged bear market. Our top picks include Marathon Digital Holdings, Riot Blockchain, and Cipher Mining. 

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Smartkarma adds new Insight Providers to its roster, expanding the depth and breadth of its coverage

By | Press Release

SINGAPORE, 22 Feb 2023: Smartkarma, the independent investment research network, has announced new additions to its growing base of Insight Providers. 

The following additions to Smartkarma’s pool of Insight Providers will further elevate the breadth and depth of global coverage available on the platform. Subscribers will benefit from the actionable and data-backed insights produced on the platform, and receive a more holistic view of the global economy. 

  1. Andreas Steno, Steno Research
    Andreas is the founder and Head of Research of the European Power Research house “Steno Research.” Steno Research is a new macro and geopolitical research house. Andreas’ expertise lies in the macro strategy, energy, real estate and equity spaces. 
  2. Mikkel Rosenvold, Steno Research
    Mikkel is a geopolitical Analyst based out of Copenhagen, Denmark. His fields of expertise span European Politics, Global Conflicts, Geopolitical Strategy and Political Economy. Steno Research has an international team and a strong network of sources and partners around the world. 
  3. Alexis Dwek, Starling Advisors
    Alexis has a strictly pan-European focus, and is here to build that niche on Smartkarma. With a high calibre buyside background and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, he recently started his independent research business, Starling Advisors.
  4. Shawn Yang, Blue Lotus Research Institute
    Shawn has extensive experience in the internet industry and investment banking. His main focus is China’s internet sector. ​​​​​​​Blue Lotus Research Institute regularly covers about 60 high tech companies in Hong Kong, US ADR and Chinese domestic bourses. They have solid on the ground experience with the goal to expand their coverage to all Asian internet names.

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