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Grab built its own map in Southeast Asia, and is now going after Google
The super-app uses its own drivers and cameras to create hyperlocal maps in eight countries.
Today, GrabMaps’ data includes over 65 million addresses and points of interest, the geographical coordinates of restaurants, pharmacies, schools, gas stations, ATMs, tourist attractions, and more. In addition to the advanced cameras, Grab is able to improve the accuracy of its points of interest “because real trips and deliveries are taking place requiring accurate locations,” Jianggan Li, CEO of research firm Momentum Works, told Rest of World. The growing popularity of e-commerce, electric vehicle s, and driver-assistance technologies in Southeast Asia present an opportunity for GrabMaps to offer solutions such as routing, and charging network and availability, according to Counterpoint Research.
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