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Airwallex secures money services business license in Malaysia, now positioned for growth in Southeast Asia
From early next year, businesses in Malaysia can enjoy "fast, transparent and cost-effective" international payments in multiple currencies, empowering them to operate and grow globally.
September 2, 2021
News,SEA,Venture Capital,Singapore,Asia
Singapore’s Accelerating Asia launches $20M Fund II
The targeted $20 million fund already has around 50 percent in soft commitments from existing investors and partners.
September 2, 2021
Facebook, Bain & Co Report: Southeast Asia’s digital consumer population to reach 380M by 2026
Since the start of the pandemic, 70 million people have become digital consumers. Nearly half of them, or around 30 million people, became digital consumers from 2020 to 2021 alone. By 2026, Southeast Asia’s digital consumer population is expected to reach around 380 million.
September 2, 2021
Community Interview,TNGlobal Insider
How Mighty Networks pulled in 10,000 highly engaged customers
Serial entrepreneur Gina Bianchini, CEO of Mighty Networks, shares a variety of marketing gems as she recounts the journey from zero to 10,000 customers.
September 1, 2021
News,Indonesia,FinTech,Investments
Indonesia’s Ayoconnect raises $10M in Pre-Series B funding round
Pre-Series B funding allows Ayoconnect to continue to focus on growth, recruitment, and product development - particularly in building the API economy in Indonesia with full-stack API solutions.
September 1, 2021
Singapore,FinTech,Thailand,SEA,Blockchain / Crypto,Investments
Singapore’s Zipmex bags over $41M in Series B funding round
Bank of Ayudhya’s corporate venture capital arm, Krungsi Finnovate, has joined as an investor. Plan B Media Public Company Ltd and Master Ad Public Company Ltd have also announced their commitment to the company in the Series B fundraising.
September 1, 2021
News,eCommerce,Investments,SEA,Malaysia,Transportation
Malaysia’s Carsome raises $200M in financing round, valuation hits $1.3B
The Series D2 round saw participation from one of the largest sovereign wealth funds in the region and a pool of new international investors such as Catcha Group and MediaTek as well as strong participation from existing shareholders including Asia Partners, Gobi Partners, 500 Southeast Asia, Ondine Capital, MUFG Innovation Partners, Daiwa PI Partners, and…
September 1, 2021
Amid the global pandemic, here are trends and innovations shaping the F&B industry
With the rise of delivery, the importance of a strong digital marketing plan becomes vital. Digital marketing will be the key to push your grand opening, promote your restaurant and get customers excited and ordering. Customer insights can then be leveraged to maximize customer acquisition and retention.
August 31, 2021