Tencent Cloud Empowers Ryde to Elevate In-App Communication in Southeast Asia

HONG KONG,June 20, 2025/PRNewswire/ --TencentCloud, the cloud business of global leading technology companyTencent, today announced a strategic partnership withRyde Group Ltd(NYSE American: RYDE) ("Ryde"or the"Company"), a technology company with a leading platform for mobility and quick commerce inSingapore, to elevate in-app communication for ride-hailing services inSoutheast Asia. By integratingTencent Real-Time Communication (TRTC)technology powered byTencentCloud, along with WeChat Mini Program, Ryde is enhancing driver and rider interactions with ultra-low latency, secure, and seamless communication directly within its platform.

As Ryde expanded its user base and platform capabilities, the limitations of traditional telecom-based communication systems have become evident. Reliance on third-party number masking added unnecessary complexity, increased operational costs, and failed to meet the expectations of a mobile-first, digitally savvy audience. To maintain its competitive edge, Ryde sought a cutting-edge, cloud-native solution to ensure secure, real-time communication, protect user privacy, and optimize operational efficiency.

With its proven global leadership in real-time communication infrastructure, powering platforms like Weixin/WeChat, QQ, and PUBG,TencentCloud's ultra-low latency solution, carrier-grade stability, and seamless integration capabilities aligned perfectly with Ryde's vision of building a future-ready mobility platform.

Enhancing Mobility withTencentCloud's Real-Time Technology

As one of the powerful solutions underCommunications Platform as a Service (CPaaS), TRTC is renowned for its carrier-grade stability, ultra-low latency architecture, and seamless integration into mobile-first environments. By leveraging this solution, Ryde can replace traditional telecom methods with a scalable, secure, and cost-effective in-app solution, ensuring seamless voice interactions between riders and driver-partners.

Beyond core infrastructure, Ryde also benefited fromTencentCloud's comprehensive offerings, including scalable support for user demand, robust security compliant with international standards, improved performance with minimized latency, and access to AI and analytics for smarter pricing and customer engagement.

Driving Long-Term Digital Mobility Transformation inSoutheast Asia

The partnership between Ryde andTencentCloud marks a strategic alliance between two growth-oriented platforms committed to advancing high-impact digital infrastructure acrossSoutheast Asia. This collaboration is grounded in a shared vision to unlock value in rapidly evolving sectors such as urban mobility, platform-as-a-service, and AI-powered digital solutions.

ForTencentCloud, this partnership aligns with its regional expansion goals and strengthens its role in enabling super-app ecosystems. By offering scalable, secure infrastructure and advanced solutions like TRTC,TencentCloud is deepening its presence in the fast-growing mobility sector, with Ryde as a key partner. For Ryde, the collaboration accelerates its product development, enhances platform reliability, and drives operational efficiency—crucial factors as it expands into new areas including ride-hailing, deliveries, payments, and sustainable mobility.TencentCloud's robust ecosystem empowers Ryde to deliver exceptional user experiences while maintaining cost efficiency and technical agility.

Kenneth Siow, Regional Director forSoutheast Asiaand General Manager forSingapore&MalaysiaatTencentCloud International,said,"We are thrilled to partner with Ryde in transforming the ride-hailing communication experience acrossSoutheast Asia. By integrating our Real-Time Communication (TRTC) technology, we enable seamless, secure, and ultra-low latency interactions within the Ryde platform. This collaboration underscoresTencentCloud's commitment to empowering innovative companies with cutting-edge cloud solutions that enhance user experiences and drive operational efficiency. Together, we are establishing a long-term strategic foundation to capture emerging revenue opportunities, optimize margins through advanced infrastructure, and future-proof our platforms inSoutheast Asia'srapidly evolving digital economy."

Nitin Dolli, CTO at Ryde Group,said,"Our partnership withTencentCloud is more than a technological upgrade—it is a transformative step that accelerates Ryde's evolution beyond ride-hailing into a comprehensive regional super-app. LeveragingTencentCloud's robust TRTC technology, we have further enhanced the communication experience for both riders and driver-partners, while upholding the highest standards of privacy, security, and scalability. We believe this collaboration strengthens our competitive edge and reaffirms our commitment to delivering smarter, more seamless solutions for our users."

In addition to TRTC implementation,TencentCloud and Ryde are jointly exploring new opportunities with WeChat Mini Program in areas such as AI-driven fleet optimization, intelligent dispatch systems, and green mobility analytics—initiatives designed to boost operational performance and support scalable, long-term growth.

AboutTencentCloud:

TencentCloud, one of the world's leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure,TencentCloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation.

About Ryde Group Ltd:

Ryde, a homegrown super mobility app founded inSingapore, is the world's FIRST on-demand carpooling app since 2014! As a publicly listed company on the NYSE, we are reimagining the way people and goods move around. We offer a full suite of services, including carpooling, private hire, taxi, and delivery, but what truly sets us apart is our commitment to empower our private-hire and taxi partners. We take 0% commission, ensuring that more of every hard-earned dollar goes to driver-partners on our platform.For moreinformation, please visithttps://rydesharing.com/to learn more. 

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