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Startup area 4YFN still the most interesting thing at MWC
Once again, the 4YFN startup area is the most interesting (and crowded) section at MWC. Here’s a quick look at what you’ll find (and what you won’t). Read more…
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Asia rules EV battery market – can EU startups change that?
Europe’s drive to build a homegrown electric vehicle battery industry is hitting roadblocks as Asian companies continue to dominate the market. Read more…
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Nextrans to launch new $50m VC fund for Vietnam
South Korean investment firm Nextrans is set to launch a $50 million fund focused on Vietnam’s booming tech sectors, including property tech, fintech and EVs. Read more…
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Tech is sexist – let’s do more than just hire women
Here’s why the tech industry needs to take an intersectional approach to design that includes women of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Read more…
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Timing is everything when it comes to tech predictions
Predicting the future doesn’t mean much if you can’t predict when it will arrive. Investment decisions rely on timing – getting it wrong can kill your business. Read more…
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Indian telcos poach start-up sector for new 5G workforce
India’s telcos need to hire up to 20,000 people to support their upcoming 5G network rollouts – and they’re turning to the start-up sector to find them fast. Read more…
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Wearables are evolving fast – is the healthcare space ready?
The health and wellness wearables market is developing rapidly. But will wearables change the healthcare sector just as fast? Read more…
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Singtel ups investment in technology start-ups via Innov8
Singtel has announced a plan to invest a further US$100mn into Singtel Innov8, its corporate venture arm, raising its total capital commitment to US$350mn. Read more…
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Arzooo secures another $70m to bring ‘best of e-commerce’ to Indian retailers
B2B retail startup Arzooo secures $70 million in a new financing round to develop its tech infrastructure and expand business across India. Read more…
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Southeast Asia startups are bracing for more layoffs
Startups in Southeast Asia are bracing for more layoffs in the shaky economic climate as the focus shifts from growth to profitability. Read more…
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Stashfin raises $270m to expand neobank platform outside India
Neobanking platform Stashfin has raised $270 million to expand its operations in Southeast Asia and other South Asian markets. Read more…
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Zamp gets big-name funding for its plan to help Web3 firms adopt crypto
Former Uber exec Amit Jain is planning a crypto startup called Zamp that has some serious players throwing money at it. Read more…
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Cannabis tech is a thing, and Thailand wants to lead the race
Thailand will open a specialized cannabis research facility as it looks to bolster its position in the global cannabis tech leadership race. Read more…
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Companies are throwing AI at the global supply chain problem
Startups and established logistics firms are applying AI and other tools to help businesses minimize supply chain disruptions. Read more…
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Bear Robotics raises another $81m for its robot waiters
SoftBank Group-backed food service robot startup Bear Robotics has raised $81 million in a Series B funding round with investors. Read more…
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Livestream gaming startup Loco raises $42m to become India’s Twitch
Loco raises $42m in Series A financing as it seeks to build an Indian version of Twitch and capitalize on India’s growing gaming community. Read more…
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Garena woes knock $127b off Sea Ltd’s market value
Sea Ltd reported a Q4 net loss of $10.4 billion and a $127 billion drop in market value due to weak performance from its gaming unit Garena. Read more…
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Digital banks are rising in ASEAN – but are they profitable?
ASEAN digital banks are seeing strong customer growth and rising asset quality. But Moody’s worries about their profitability and credit risk. Read more…
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ThinkZone Ventures launches Vietnam’s largest VC fund yet
Vietnam-based VC firm ThinkZone Ventures recently launched the $60 million ThinkZone Fund II – the largest local VC fund to date. Read more…
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Filipinos are going to embrace the metaverse – here’s why
The metaverse will likely find a good footing among Filipinos thanks to their enthusiasm for social media and a vibrant startup ecosystem. Read more…