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Startup area 4YFN still the most interesting thing at MWC

March 2, 2023 Jouko Ahvenainen 0

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?

November 4, 2022 News Centre 0

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

November 2, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

September 5, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

September 2, 2022 Jouko Ahvenainen 0

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

August 25, 2022 Staff Writer 0

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?

August 18, 2022 Jouko Ahvenainen 0

The health and wellness wearables market is developing rapidly. But will wearables change the healthcare sector just as fast? Read more…

Singtel Innov8
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Singtel ups investment in technology start-ups via Innov8

August 4, 2022 News Centre 0

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

June 30, 2022 Staff Writer 0

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

June 29, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

June 23, 2022 Staff Writer 0

Neobanking platform Stashfin has raised $270 million to expand its operations in Southeast Asia and other South Asian markets. Read more…

Zamp
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Zamp gets big-name funding for its plan to help Web3 firms adopt crypto

May 25, 2022 Staff Writer 0

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

May 13, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

May 3, 2022 News Centre 0

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

March 15, 2022 News Centre 0

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

March 11, 2022 Staff Writer 0

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

March 4, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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?

March 3, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

February 25, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

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

February 22, 2022 Joana Bagano 0

The metaverse will likely find a good footing among Filipinos thanks to their enthusiasm for social media and a vibrant startup ecosystem. Read more…

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