Rakuten wesentlich besser als Rocket
Look Out Amazon, Here Comes...Rakuten?
Japanese e-commerce firm Rakuten announced on Tuesday it is acquiring Ebates for $1 billion.
The acquisition, which Rakuten hinted at last week, is part of the Japanese company’s push to grow its base beyond its domestic market and hopefully, become a global player. Having made some $1.2 billion acquisitions to date along these lines, this is Rakuten’s most ambitious move to date.
However, investors are dubious that the company can absorb yet another foreign acquisition, much less one the size of Ebates, despite Rakuten’s strong cash position.
Then there is the ever-present Amazon, which dominates the e-commerce market in the U.S. Few believe it will falter in the face of Chinese giant Alibaba, much less a Rakuten-Ebates combo.
Rakuten Goes Forth
Not surprisingly, Rakuten says it is undaunted. For starters, it has assembled a very interesting mix of acquisitions. There is messaging app Viber, which it purchased for $900 million in February, the Canadian ebook offering Kobo, Spanish video service Wuaki.tv, Viki, a digital content platform and Buy.com.
Now it has picked up Ebates.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/erikamorphy/2014/09/...ere-comes-rakuten/
Retail sales share of Rakuten Marketplace in the e-commerce market in Japan from 2017 to 2022
Published by C. Diep, Aug 30, 2024
In 2022, Rakuten Marketplace occupied a 23.3 percent of Japan's e-commerce market, making it the leading e-commerce brand. Over the last six years, the figures have steadily increased.
2017: 16.9%
2018: 17.6%
2019: 19.3%
2020: 20.5%
2021: 22.5%
2022: 23.3%
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1488531/...ce-market-share-japan/
Für jeden deiner Einkäufe erhalten wir eine Provision vom jeweligen Shop. Einen Teil davon geben wir an dich weiter, sodass du für deine Einkäufe Geld zurück bekommst.
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The partnership between Rakuten Advertising and CPO Outlets proved the incremental value of establishing a co-op program to highlight an individual brand for companies that sell many brands within their portfolio. We ran a co-op test with Husqvarna, proving the value of not only Google’s Performance Max tool but also brand-to-brand partnership, which allowed us to achieve these extraordinary results:
https://rakutenadvertising.com/resources/case-study-cpo-outlets/
Alexandra Pastore
Mon, October 28, 2024
Van Ullen said that overall the findings indicate that “loyalty is up for grabs this holiday season” with success for retailers tied to “offering value beyond just reduced prices.”
“Our research revealed that shopper concern extends beyond just price, and retailers will need to address those concerns with comprehensive deals that include several table-stake incentives,” Van Ullen said. “Incentives like free shipping, buy now pay later services, and elevated Cash Back will be important for maintaining a loyal shopper base.”
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/...y-consumer-behaviors-151334335.html
https://www.andomoney.com/rakuten-net-worth/
Oct 29, 2024
Alameda, California – Wind River®, a global leader in delivering software for the intelligent edge, today announced that it is collaborating with Rakuten Symphony to accelerate communication service providers’ (CSPs) adoption of Open RAN technology. The collaboration involves Rakuten Symphony expanding its partner ecosystem for Open RAN 4G and 5G solutions, to support Wind River Studio Operator and Wind River’s recently launched eLxr Pro enterprise Linux offering.
Specifically, the two companies have successfully completed an end-to-end proof of concept, which included Rakuten Symphony’s Open RAN 4G and 5G SA vDU and vCU running on Studio Operator. Rakuten Symphony’s Open RAN solution provides a software fabric that is field hardened for performance and optimization, covering both LTE and 5G technologies. This enables true pre-proven Open RAN choice on chosen common platforms.
Additionally, the companies will collaborate further to strengthen each other’s platforms. Rakuten Symphony will integrate Wind River’s recently launched eLxr Pro enterprise Linux offering into its cloud portfolio, providing customers with greater flexibility and choice while leveraging the unique edge capabilities and enhanced security of eLxr. Wind River will integrate Rakuten Symphony’s Cloud Native Storage product into Studio Operator, offering advanced storage capabilities designed to support cutting-edge use cases, such as AI.
https://www.telecomtv.com/content/open-ran/...artner-ecosystem-51635/
Jan 12, 2022
Auto technology company Aptiv is bolstering its software expertise by paying the private equity arm of asset management giant TPG $4.3 billion in cash for Wind River, whose software helps businesses shift computing power out of big data centers and bring it closer to where it’s needed.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/martingiles/2022/01/...-computing-deals/
Additionally, the companies will collaborate further to strengthen each other's platforms. Rakuten Symphony will integrate Wind River's recently launched eLxr Pro enterprise Linux offering into its cloud portfolio, providing customers with greater flexibility and choice while leveraging the unique edge capabilities and enhanced security of eLxr. Wind River will integrate Rakuten Symphony's Cloud Native Storage product into Studio Operator, offering advanced storage capabilities designed to support cutting-edge use cases, such as AI.
"By expanding our partner ecosystem to Wind River, we deliver on the promise of providing additional choice to all customers as they accelerate their journey toward Open RAN. Our companies are ready and are looking forward to engaging in customer discussions and bringing our stack to market," said Raghunath Hariharan, chief technology officer, Rakuten Symphony. "Rakuten Symphony has long been a supporter of open source initiatives, and eLxr Pro creates a great opportunity to provide more choice and flexibility to customers as they develop for the unique challenges of near-edge networks and workloads."
https://www.finanznachrichten.de/...ting-true-open-ran-choice-004.htm
October 30, 2024
Rakuten Crimson House hosted a welcome ceremony for 12 new tech graduates from various countries and specializations, such as AI, bioinformatics, and user experience design. The event emphasized teamwork and collaboration across departments. Throughout October, these new graduates will participate in training, presentations, and workshops before fully integrating into their respective departments.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEcpR43vWI0
October 30, 2024
We caught up with Yoshiyuki Takano, Group Managing Executive Officer and Vice President of Travel & Mobility Business for Rakuten Group, on the sidelines of Rakuten Optimism 2024 in Tokyo, to ask about Rakuten Travel’s impressive recent growth, international expansion plans, and AI’s game-changing potential for the travel industry. Learn more about the event, which welcomed approximately 66,000 attendees over four action-packed days to explore the frontiers of the tech industry and experience the impressive breadth of the Rakuten Ecosystem through AI, VR and more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxQOuJeeiwc
Wind River , ein weltweit führender Anbieter von Software für den intelligenten Edge, gab heute bekannt, dass es mit Rakuten Symphony zusammenarbeitet, um die Einführung der Open-RAN-Technologie durch Kommunikationsdienstanbieter (CSPs) zu beschleunigen. Im Rahmen der Zusammenarbeit erweitert Rakuten Symphony sein Partner-Ökosystem für Open-RAN-4G- und 5G-Lösungen, um Wind River Studio Operator und Wind Rivers kürzlich eingeführtes eLxr Pro Enterprise-Linux-Angebot zu unterstützen.
https://www.wallstreet-online.de/nachricht/...-ran-wahl-beschleunigen
Telcos will enable network & closed loop automation and AI will play a big role as a catalyst for customers, and their customers. Watch Sandeep Aurora, SVP (APAC & MEA) of Rakuten Symphony and the role Cloud native, ORAN & Security play for a service rich experience for their customers.
https://www.thenetworkmediagroup.com/blog/...technology-company-mar3w
Popular Rakuten Ichiba Food at First-ever "Kuishimbo" Festival
October 31, 2024
The "Kuishimbo (Foodie) Festival Presented by Rakuten" was held for the first time ever, bringing together around 20 Rakuten Ichiba merchants from across Japan in one location selling a total of about 50 popular food items from meat to seafood and sweets. The venue of Yoyogi Park in central Tokyo was bustling with customers, including overseas tourists and even dogs out on a walk! Check out the video for more details on the tasty event, including interviews with a participating merchant, a national brand representative, and a Rakutenian who was part of the organizing team.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxoqwginDVo&t=8s
Switch to Rakuten Mobile from DOCOMO—no MNP Reservation Number
In this video, I'll guide you through the process of transferring your Docomo carrier to Rakuten Mobile without needing an MNP (Mobile Number Portability) reservation number. Whether you're looking to switch carriers or simply want to explore your options, this step-by-step tutorial will make the transition smooth and hassle-free. From understanding the requirements to completing the transfer, I've got you covered with all the essential information.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhth2eGizDc
The Rakuten Marketing Strategy exemplifies a robust adaptive framework that aligns with current trends in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape. By emphasizing a customer-centric approach, Rakuten has established itself as a foremost player, particularly through innovations in personalized marketing, advanced data analytics, and diverse service offerings. As evidenced by Rakuten Travel’s impressive volume of over 1.8 million room nights booked monthly, the brand’s commitment to catering to local preferences, such as the Japanese audience’s demand for information-rich content, showcases its ability to meet varying consumer needs.
Looking into the future of e-commerce, Rakuten’s proactive stance on leveraging technology—ranging from artificial intelligence to cloud computing—positions it favorably against competitors. The continuous investment in developing tailored solutions not only enhances consumer experiences but also underscores Rakuten’s dedication to remaining at the forefront of marketing trends. Its strategic collaborations and global expansion efforts will undoubtedly facilitate further growth and brand loyalty across diverse markets.
In summary, the lessons drawn from Rakuten’s marketing practices are invaluable for businesses seeking to thrive in a dynamic market. By embracing innovation and adapting to consumer behaviors and preferences, Rakuten exemplifies how an effective marketing strategy can drive sustainable success and loyalty in an unpredictable digital economy.
https://www.latterly.org/...-marketing-strategy/?utm_content=cmp-true
By Philip Lee
Updated October 22, 2024
Tokyo, Japan - Rakuten Group has launched an AI-powered interview service on its micro-tasking platform Rakuten Super MicroJob.
This new offering is designed to streamline qualitative market research, reducing costs and time to completion.
The new "AI Chat Interview" service enables companies to conduct automated, in-depth interviews with Rakuten platform users.
It replaces traditional human interviewers with AI chatbots that can probe responses for detailed information.
The service guarantees delivery of research results within five business days.
Pricing is set at JPY 400,000 for 50 respondents and JPY 600,000 for 100 respondents, excluding tax.
https://www.thepickool.com/...-interview-service-for-market-research/
By Eden Ezion
October 31, 2024
Viber Pay is your new go-to digital wallet within the Rakuten Viber messaging app. It lets you send money to friends and family securely, instantly, and for free. Currently available in Greece, Cyprus, Germany, Lithuania, Estonia, Slovakia, and Slovenia, Viber Pay is also coming soon to the Philippines. Imagine transferring money as easily as sending a message – that’s Viber Pay!
https://www.viber.com/en/blog/2024-10-31/...-sending-money-instantly/
Introduction to Rakuten Mobile and its AI Chat Service
November 1, 2024
The fast-paced digital environment of today has set client expectations to hitherto unheard-of degrees. Introducing Rakuten Mobile, a telecoms innovator whose advanced artificial intelligence conversation features are transforming our interactions with technology and services. The company's dedication to incorporating AI into their customer service model as 2024 approaches signifies a dramatic change—one where efficiency and convenience coexist.
Imagine being able to get prompt answers to your questions day or night. This goal is realized through the AI conversation service offered by Rakuten Mobile. This innovative approach empowers clients by giving them immediate access to the information they require, while also streamlining communication. Come along as we examine how Rakuten Mobile's AI chat technology is revolutionizing customer service and changing the game for both businesses and consumers.
Benefits of AI Chat for Customer Service
There are numerous benefits to using AI chat technology for customer support. Its provision of round-the-clock help is one of its key benefits. Consumers can get responses at any time regardless of time zones or business hours.
Speed is another significant advantage. AI chats handle inquiries almost instantly, significantly reducing wait times. This efficiency leads to higher customer satisfaction rates.
Additionally, AI chat systems can manage multiple queries simultaneously. This scalability ensures that no customer feels neglected during peak hours.
Cost-effectiveness also plays a role in the appeal of AI chats. Businesses maintain high-quality service while saving money on staffing costs.
Additionally, these systems improve their replies over time by continuously learning from interactions. Their understanding of wants and preferences improves as they interact with clients more.
Through data analysis, AI chat technology offers insightful information about customer behavior. Businesses can use this data to improve their services and successfully customize their marketing plans.
https://aichat36801.blogkoo.com/...s-ai-chat-revolution-2024-50476074
By Philip Lee
Updated October 23, 2024
Tokyo, Japan—Rakuten Group Inc., Japan Post Co Ltd., and Takara MC Inc. have announced plans to launch a joint shopping support service trial in rural Shizuoka Prefecture.
The service will target areas where residents encounter difficulties accessing retail stores.
The pilot program, which will serve the Okushizu region of Shizuoka City, is scheduled to commence on November 5th and conclude six months later.
https://www.thepickool.com/...ral-shopping-service-trial-in-shizuoka/
Published by C. Diep, Jul 17, 2024
In the first quarter of 2024, the number of member IDs registered at Rakuten amounted to over 142 million. The most recent figure constitutes an increase of over four percent compared to the first quarter of the previous year. The Japanese e-commerce company is headquartered in Tokyo, where it was founded in 1997.
https://www.statista.com/statistics/223349/rakuten-members/
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