Rakuten wesentlich besser als Rocket

The FT’s ranking of 500 high-growth companies from the Apac region

      Rank§Company Location Sector Absolute Revenue Growth Rate 2015-18 (%) CAGR 2015-18 (%) Revenue 2018 ($m) Revenue 2015 ($m) Number of employees 2018 Founded

        22§Coda Payments Singapore Fintech 3,423.5 227.8 28.55 0.81 61 2015

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About Rakuten Securities, Inc.

Rakuten Securities, Inc. (“Rakuten Securities”) is the securities division of Rakuten Group which operates as Japan’s largest E-Commerce provider.

Our online financial services launched in June of 1999 and have grown to one of the largest online brokerage houses today. Rakuten Securities provides comprehensive financial brokerage services with wide range of asset products; including domestic and international cash equities, derivatives commodities, bonds, investment trusts, ETF, FX, etc. With Rakuten Securities’ strong foundation rooted in Japanese market, today our new mission in Japanese financial world is to welcome and promote various cross-border businesses to overseas investors.

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Rakuten Mobile‘s roaming costs will decrease in the next months

Japanese operator Rakuten Mobile, a unit of e-commerce giant Rakuten, expects its 4G network to cover 96% of the population in Japan by summer 2021, the company said in a statement.

https://www.rcrwireless.com/20201112/carriers/...-population-mid-2021  

“By expanding the Rakuten Communications Platform (RCP) globally, Rakuten aims to evolve from a Japan-headquartered tech company to a global leader in telecom. Based on the fully virtualized cloud native 4G and 5G mobile network that Rakuten has built in Japan, RCP is being developed as a platform for mobile service providers and other telecom businesses,” the carrier said.

“By using RCP, customers can select a combination of the required functions for building a 4G or 5G network and the services to run on the network whenever they are needed as easily as using an app.”

https://www.rcrwireless.com/20201112/carriers/...-population-mid-2021  

Rakuten Inc., the e-commerce giant that is building out its mobile phone network in Japan to challenge the long-term incumbents, has embraced O-RAN for its 4G and 5G networks. Founder and CEO Hiroshi Mikitani told a conference in November that he aims to export its network technology overseas and sees its value "easily exceeding ¥1 trillion.”

The open model is also seen bolstering the negotiating position of carriers in contracts for 5G network build-outs, with telcos able to choose from a wide range of suppliers. It also provides opportunities to system integration providers, which Japanese firms excel at.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/12/11/...s/us-huawei-japan-5g/  

 

62 Prozent der Deutschen offen für werbefinanzierte Streamingdienste

Umfrage von Rakuten Advertising zum Thema Advertising Video-on-Demand (AVOD): Werbefinanzierte Angebote werden immer beliebter.

Diese Umfrage wurde im April 2020 von Rakuten Advertising unter Verwendung der Qualtrics-Plattform unter 4.728 Erwachsenen durchgeführt. Davon stammen jeweils 1.054 in Großbritannien, 1.050 in Frankreich, 1.050 in Deutschland, 526 in Italien, 525 in Spanien und 525 aus den Niederlanden.

https://www.marketing-boerse.de/news/details/...reamingdienste/167511

Die Aktien von Qualtrics sollen für 20 bis 24 US-Dollar pro Stück verkauft werden. Einem Händler zufolge würde die US-Tochter am oberen Ende dieser Spanne mit geschätzt 14,4 Milliarden Dollar bewertet. Vor gut zwei Jahren war das Unternehmen von den Walldorfern für acht Milliarden US-Dollar gekauft worden.

https://www.deraktionaer.de/artikel/...s-ipo-kaufsignal-20223041.html
 

CONVENIENCE COMMERCE
‘Order for Pickup’ First-Timers: A Look into Pandemic-Inspired Behavior Shows More Consumers are Buying Online and Picking up in Store

by Rakuten Intelligence - October 02, 2020

As merchants continue to shift their business models and add contactless experiences to meet the changing demands of the COVID-19 era, ‘click and collect,’ or online ‘Order for Pickup,’ has not only become widely available, but increasingly more popular.  

This change in consumer behavior has led to a historic rise in online Order for Pickup orders, with many trying it for the first time. From March through May alone, ‘click and collect’ order volume was up 202 percent, with almost 30 percent of all orders being driven by consumers who are new to using Order for Pickup services, or “first-timers”.

Rakuten Intelligence data uncovers who these first-time online Order for Pickup customers are in the COVID-19 era, and how the demographics of the ‘click and collect’ customer are evolving. We also turned to our sister company, Rakuten Ready, to get more insight into these trends, and how merchants are responding.  

https://www.rakutenintelligence.com/blog/2020/...n-ready-first-timers
 

„Internet per Satellit Schätzungen zufolge haben derzeit nur rund 50 Prozent der Menschheit Zugang zum Internet. Das Starlink-Programm von Elon Musks SpaceX will bis Ende 2021 knapp 1500 Mini-Satelliten in die Erdumlaufbahn entsenden. Die neue Technologie soll den Internetzugang deutlich günstiger, schneller und einfacher zugänglich machen.“

https://www.wallstreet-online.de/nachricht/...en-internet-silberpreis

Hier ist Elon Musk allerdings abgehängt, denn AST, an denen Rakuten und Vodafone maßgeblich beteiligt sind, hat ein patentiertes System entwickelt, das den Empfang mit dem normalen Smartphone erlaubt, ohne zusätzliche Geräte einzusetzen.

Midland, Texas-based AST is building a network of satellites it calls “SpaceMobile,” designed to deliver broadband from space directly to consumer smartphones. Existing satellite networks require additional physical devices to connect to the service, such as Iridium’s mobile satellite phones or SpaceX’s Starlink user terminals.

“What we’re doing is launching a space-based satellite network that allows any phone — without any modification of hardware, software, apps, nothing — to be able to connect directly to satellites,” AST chairman and CEO Abel Avellan told CNBC.

“This will support true 5G broadband speed.”

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/12/16/...-at-1point8-billion-valuation.html
 

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Engineers Mint spoke to said that while Rakuten and Jio appear to be on the same track, their public messaging is different: Rakuten is clearly saying they are partnering and integrating, but Jio is claiming they are building all on their own. “Jio is integrating. They are optimising the cost which is a smart business move. But there are no technological breakthroughs," said an engineer on condition of anonymity.

To be fair, the complete Jio playbook will unravel in greater detail in the coming years. Industry insiders say that Jio’s announcement has boosted the momentum for self-reliance in telecom . With the alignment of geopolitical and business interests, this could be the moment the industry has been waiting for.

But NYU’s Panwar feels India needs to look ahead. “If India truly wants to get in the business, it needs to jump ahead to 6G and do R&D right now, and get international patents. 5G is over in terms of intellectual property," he said.

https://www.livemint.com/industry/telecom/...r-5g-11599489457041.html  

Japan's Rakuten hits 2m subscribers for mobile service

Industry newcomer says customer acquisition hasn't slowed despite price war

MASAAKI KUDO, Nikkei staff writerDecember 31, 2020 03:26 JST

TOKYO -- Japanese e-retailer Rakuten on Wednesday announced that it has received more than 2 million total applications for its mobile service since its full-scale commercial launch in April.

The company is a relative newcomer in Japan's mobile industry, long dominated by NTT Docomo, KDDI and SoftBank. It reached 1 million subscribers in late June.

Competition has since been increasing as more-established players cut rates under pressure from Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga for cheaper service. Still, Rakuten's mobile unit said its customer acquisition has not slackened.

The company is waiving its monthly fee of 2,980 yen ($29) for a full year for its first 3 million subscribers. But it was unable to reach its goal of crossing the 3 million mark by the end of 2020.

https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/...2m-subscribers-for-mobile-service  

 

Subscribern in ca. 9 Monaten statt der angepeilten 3 Millionen sehe ich im Gegensatz zu MASAAKI KUDO, Nikkei staff writer, nicht kritisch, denn er hat meines Erachtens nicht berücksichtigt, in welchen Zeiten wir in den letzten 9 Monaten gelebt haben. Für viele ist das Smartphone dadurch noch existenzieller geworden, als es eh' schon ist - und das Risiko eines Anbieterwechsels wird man dann eher vermeiden. Schlechter hätten eigentlich die Zeiten für die Etablierung eines neuen Mobilfunkanbieters m.E. nicht sein können, als das in den letzten 9 Monaten der Fall war.

Insofern sehe ich Rakuten Mobile als einen extremen Gewinner einer Überwindung der Corona-Gefahren - und zu dieser Überzeugung scheinen auch die drei etablierten Anbieter gekommen zu sein, die ihre Angebote angepasst haben.  

will be an important driver for the number of subscriptions of Rakuten Mobile

"Japanese operator Rakuten Mobile, a unit of e-commerce giant Rakuten, expects its 4G network to cover 96% of the population in Japan by summer 2021, the company said in a statement."

https://www.rcrwireless.com/20201112/carriers/...-population-mid-2021
 

In September, Rakuten Mobile announced the availability of its commercial 5G service in certain areas across six prefectures of the country.

The service, initially offered via Non-Stand Alone (NSA) 5G architecture, is already available in parts of Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Hokkaido, Osaka and Hyogo.

Rakuten Mobile’s President Yoshihisa Yamada previously said that the operator is expecting the 5G to be available in Japan’s all 47 prefectures by end-March 2021. Yamada also confirmed that Rakuten Mobile expects to launch a Stand-Alone 5G network in the second quarter of 2021.

https://www.rcrwireless.com/20201112/carriers/...-population-mid-2021  

How to Improve eCommerce Shipping and Fulfillment in 2021
BY: RAKUTEN SUPER LOGISTICS
JANUARY 1, 2021

Outsourced Shipping is the ideal option for eCommerce businesses. Not only do you have additional staff to assist with packing orders, putting on labels, and distributing to carriers, you also have access to discounts that in-house shipping doesn’t offer. Professional shipping companies like Rakuten Super Logistics have partnerships with national carriers and can help your business cut down on overall shipping costs. You’ll also be able to deliver to your customers faster by using nationwide shipping facilities.

Rakuten Super Logistics (RSL) is the leader in eCommerce order fulfillment services and freight brokerage. RSL offers national fulfillment services and a network of 15 US fulfillment centers nationwide. Their state-of-the-art technology allows for integration with popular shopping cart platforms and online marketplaces including Amazon, Big Commerce, Channel Advisor, eBay, Magento, ShipStation, Shopify, Volusion, Walmart Marketplace, and WooCommerce. RSL offers modern fulfillment solutions for leading eCommerce retailers focused on reducing shipping costs, improving order accuracy, decreasing shipping times, and increasing customer satisfaction.

https://www.rakutensl.com/post/...ce-shipping-and-fulfillment-in-2021  

We’re collaborating with HelloGold again on an account activation & RT Point conversion campaign!
Due to the tremendous response we had last year, HelloGold and Rakuten Trade are collaborating again to bring a seamless wealth experience that combines GOLD and trading under one umbrella this Ox-picious year.

Earn gold when you open an account(s) with us; or simply exchange your existing RT points for gold promo codes to be used on the HelloGold app, the World’s First Shariah Compliant Gold Fintech Platform

Wait! There’s more…we are waiving your 1st brokerage on the 1st successful matched trade order on RT (for eligible clients only).

https://www.rakutentrade.my/b/campaigns/...-hellogold-x-rakuten-trade

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Say GOODBYE To The Middleman.

Rakuten Trade offers trading on Bursa Malaysia via a FinTech platform that combines best practices in both Malaysia and Japan. We are Malaysia’s first completely online equities broker offering innovative digital investment opportunities to investors.

Sign Up & Trade Completely Online. Open an account within 72 working hours, top up available funds via normal instant online bank transfer and have access to real time market price feeds...only with RakutenTrade. Enjoy all the comforts of a traditional broker except it’s completely online via our website or iSPEED.my app. You will also have access to digital execution and settlement of trades to accessing research reports, investment ideas and earning rewards.

Like payment cards, we offer investors different ways to trade on Bursa Malaysia – Cash Upfront, Contra trading and our latest RakuMargin trading.

We also offer clients access to our own rewards eco system that collaborates with three of the country's top loyalty programs - AirAsia BIG, B Infinite and BonusLink. A multi-award winning regional loyalty program, clients earn RT points whenever they interact* with our platform. Conversion can happen at anytime online with no minimum points required!

https://www.rakutentrade.my/about  

Today Rakuten is considered to be the world’s leader in affiliate marketing and its cashback program has over 12 million members. They have earned more than 1 billion in Cashback.

HOW DOES RAKUTEN WORK?

To be able to earn cashback through Rakuten first you need to sign up.

Then you find the shop that you want to visit. You can either use the search bar on the Rakuten site or use the alphabetical list. Click on the store’s icon, and you’ll be directed to their website.

From that moment, shopping will be no different than if you accessed the shop directly. But you’ll get cashback on eligible products. This way you can start accumulating funds on your Rakuten account.

WHAT STORES ARE PART OF RAKUTEN?
Over 3,500 stores are affiliated with Rakuten. This is a remarkable number. Anyone who needs to shop for something will find their deal on Rakuten.

Here’s a list of some of the shops that have partnerships with Rakuten:
• JC Penney,
• Macy’s,
• Old Navy,
• Best Buy,
• Amazon,
• Nordstrom,
• Target,
• Priceline,
• Bath and Body Works
• Aeropostale
• Turbotax
• Ace Hardware
• Justice
• Barney’s
• Cabela’s
• Walmart.

https://carapalmer.com/rakuten-review/

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Rakuten Advertising Shortlisted for 21 International Performance Marketing Awards
By Rhiannon Farrar | October 21, 2020 | NEWS

Rakuten Advertising is extremely excited to share that we have been shortlisted for 21 awards at the International Performance Marketing Awards (IPMAs). Now entering its fourth year, the International Performance Marketing Awards celebrates exceptional campaigns from across the globe including Western Europe, APAC, USA, MENA and LATAM.

This year, we are overwhelmed to have been shortlisted for 19 channel awards including:

• Best Incentive Partner Campaign or Strategy: Rakuten Advertising and American Express Australia for Coles Liquor and Harvey Nichols
• Best Incentive Partner Campaign or Strategy: Rakuten Advertising for Microsoft and ShopBack 
• Best Influencer Marketing Campaign: Rakuten Advertising for FitFlop: WonderWelly campaign 
• Best Integrated Performance Marketing Campaign: Rakuten Advertising for Kurt Geiger
• Best Managed Affiliate Programme – APAC: Rakuten Advertising for Cotton On Australia
• Best Managed Affiliate Programme – USA: Rakuten Advertising for Cotton On USA
• Best Managed Affiliate Programme – Western Europe: Rakuten Advertising and 24S
• Best Paid Search Campaign: Rakuten Advertising for Route One
• Best Paid Social Campaign: Rakuten Advertising for Molton Brown 
• Best Partnership: Rakuten Advertising for Harvey Nichols
• Best Partnership: Optmyzr Search Optimization Platform for Rakuten Advertising
• Best Partnership: Rakuten Advertising for Net-A-Porter and CATCH Fashion
• Best Performance Marketing Campaign – APAC: Rakuten Advertising for Forever New 
• Best Performance Marketing Campaign – LATAM: Rakuten Advertising for Netshoes
• Best Performance Marketing Campaign – Western Europe: Rakuten Advertising for Superdry EU 
• Best Performance Marketing Campaign – USA: Rakuten Advertising and AMDX for ASICS
• Best Programme Launch or Relaunch: Rakuten Advertising for Harrods
• Best Programme Launch or Relaunch: Rakuten Advertising for Princess Polly
• Best Use of Programmatic: Rakuten Advertising for Liberty London 

In addition to being shortlisted for channel awards, we are proud to be nominated for Best Team in Performance Marketing and Best Affiliate Network.

https://blog.rakutenadvertising.com/en-au/news/...-shortlisted-ipmas/  

Aumento de mais de 200% no faturamento do canal de afiliados

Fundada em 1994 e com mais de 2 mil produtos lançados por ano, a Sestini é uma marca dedicada a criar malas e mochilas feitas para acompanhar todas as suas histórias. Pelo objetivo de alavancar as vendas e ganhar novos usuários, surgiu a necessidade de trabalhar com o mercado de afiliados.

Com a parceria com a Rakuten Afiliados, no período de 6 meses:

         •§Mais de um milhão de reais de vendas
         •§Mais de cinco mil pedidos adicionais
         •§Crescimento de  202% no mês nas vendas
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“A Rakuten Advertising tornou-se fundamental para a Sestini. A parceria nos possibilitou uma nova maneira de atender nosso consumidor, que hoje, não procura apenas por produtos, mas uma experiência com a marca.” – Caroline Fernandes, Gerente de Afiliado

https://rakutenadvertising.com/pt-br/afiliados/afiliados/
 

investors include Vodafone, Rakuten and American Tower

AST SpaceMobile, headquartered in Midland, Texas, is building a global broadband cellular network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices. AST SpaceMobile is working with Vodafone Group to launch the first phase of its mobile communications service in 2023. Its initial goal is to cover the 49 largest countries in the equatorial regions of Africa.

AST SpaceMobile's initial launches will use 20 satellites targeting Vodafone markets including the Dominican Republic of Congo, Ghana, Mozambique, Kenya and Tanzania.

In mid-December, CNBC reported that special-purpose acquisition company New Providence will take AST SpaceMobile public through a deal that gives the space company an equity value of $1.8 billion.

AST SpaceMobile’s current investors include Vodafone, Rakuten and American Tower.

https://www.fiercewireless.com/tech/...-satellite-broadband-lifts-off
 

Rakuten's Open Ran is working since near a year, Jio's is only planning

"But an open 5G market with a clear backlash against China’s Huawei is a road to glory that no one wants to miss. Asian telecom giants are ensuring that they are not left far behind. Japanese tech giant, Rakuten has therefore collaborated closely with American technology conglomerates in order to replace Huawei.

Rakuten has come up with the idea of an “open” Radio Network Access (RAN) technology. The e-commerce giant has already delivered on its promise of cheaper rates in its 4G network. The Japanese tech major plans on using just one vendor to support its entire RAN.

Tareq Amin, Chief Technology Officer, Rakuten Mobile says, “It is a single vendor strategy per domain, which allows us to achieve an easier way of how we do systems integration, and the cost is remarkable when you start separating hardware from software.” This hardware-software separation is what makes an “open” RAN different from a traditional one, in which both the hardware and software come from the same supplier.

If he has to choose between Tokyo and Beijing, US-leader will choose Tokyo which gives Rakuten a definite advantage. But there is another angle to Rakuten. Airspan, a Florida-based American company is going to fulfil Rakuten’s hardware requirements, along with Japan’s NEC.

Software is anyway more important for the kind of technology that Rakuten wants to sell. Many of the companies partnering with Rakuten are American such as Cisco and Mavenir.. The US can easily associate the Japanese brand with ‘Buy American’.

The story of Jio, the digital platform of the Mukesh Ambani-led RIL isn’t much different. The biggest similarity being Tareq Amin himself. Amin who is now a key executive in Rakuten had earlier served as Senior Vice President of technology development at Reliance Jio. And therefore, we are not surprised by Jio’s vendor selections.

Jio is also partnering with Airspan, Cisco and Mavenir- all American companies. Similarly, Jio is also looking to cut network-related costs with the “open” RAN technology."

https://tfipost.com/2020/07/...rs-are-gearing-up-for-a-grand-5g-race/