Political uncertainties in Malaysia seen as ‘short-term risks’, say tech investors
Venture capitalists TechNode Global contacted opined that political issues will have little impact on investors' confidence in Malaysian tech startups. The tech industry in the…
Indonesia’s GoTo to complete $2B funding round, eyes IPO in 2022 – report
The delay comes as Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) considers new listing guidelines for tech companies to offer dual-class shares that confer different voting…
3 Ways cryptocurrency is innovating finance in the APAC region
Cryptocurrency is one of the most innovative ideas of the 21st Century. It is not only disrupting the financial system. More importantly, it has created new ecosystems not only in…
Philippines to stop accepting digital bank applications for 3 years, caps licenses to 7
The Monetary Board decided to close the window for the submission of applications from new digital banks, including converting banks, starting August 31, 2021. This is in line…
The talent arbitrage basis for tech valuations
VC investments (and their associated valuations) can be seen to be a broad index on talent--not necessarily an endorsement of specific business models. Spotting founders who…
Malaysia home finishing product marketplace HOMA2U bags $567K funding
HOMA's plans to expand to 10 more new locations by 2022.
Why it’s time to sustain the telehealth momentum gained during COVID-19
Instead of replacing traditional healthcare delivery, experts believe COVID-19 has boosted telehealth’s importance as an option in healthcare. Now that patients have experienced…
Southeast Asia market opportunities uncovered
Now is a better time than ever to be investing in Indonesia's digital ecosystem and help back the next generation of entrepreneurs building disruptive businesses. In the next ten…
AirAsia’s logistics arm Teleport to acquire food delivery platform Delivereat for $9.8M
The deal values Teleport at $300 million and welcomes investors, including Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai-based venture capital firm Gobi Partners onboard.
AirAsia partners with InsurTech startup PolicyStreet to provide digital car insurance service
The digital car insurance service includes insurance and road tax renewal and allows car owners to make price comparisons of various insurance providers.
Does Axiata-RHB consortium have what it takes to win a digital bank license in Malaysia? [Q&A]
In an interview, Boost CEO Sheyantha Abeykoon told TechNode Global the competitive edge Axiata-RHB consortium have against other contenders and how will it position the digital…
Singapore’s Sea Q2 revenue jumps 159% on-year; raises full year 2021 guidance
Sea’s strong revenue growth came when many of its markets continue to see a high volume of COVID cases.
