Garbage in, garbage out: The power and pitfalls of AI in recruitment
When used ethically and in an evidence-based way, AI can be a force for good in recruitment and give HR managers and recruiters an objective edge that is so often lacking in the…
Xfers’ digital assets platform StraitsX hits $1.48B in transactions in 2021
Adding on to this announcement is the unveiling of StraitsX’s new platform and identity. The new StraitsX platform features a redesigned and streamlined user interface to enable…
Malaysia-based Solarvest launches startup program focusing on RE, green tech, FinTech
Solarvest will assist in further fundraising and other grant applications that are relevant and help the company get connected by leveraging its extensive business network.
Healthcare-focused PE firm Quadria Capital mulls SPAC listing in Singapore – report
Earlier reports showed Internet entrepreneur Patrick Grove, Singapore-based PE firm Novo Tellus Capital Partners, French alternative investment manager Tikehau Capital SCA are…
IoT made simple: 3 big IoT questions answered
IoT bears the potential to improve our lives and make the world a safer place. But what stands behind this technology? Here, I’ll lead you through IoT, how it works, what benefits…
Indonesia fleet management firm TransTRACK.ID raises $552K Seed round from Cocoon Capital, IWEF
TransTRACK.ID will use the funds to scale product development and expand its network of partners across Indonesia to dominate the market.
Bank Negara Malaysia working with ‘relevant authorities’ to address concerns over BNPL
It is important for individuals to understand the terms and conditions of the BNPL schemes, and to not take debt that they cannot afford, the regulator warned.
Singapore-based Funding Societies raises $18M in debt, on track to raise $120M
It is on track to raise $120 million in institutional debt for funding the growth needs of MSMEs in Southeast Asia.
Sequoia-backed Incomlend launches $60M invoice financing program for ESG-focused SMEs
Incomlend connects SMEs globally with communities of investors, enabling them to finance individual invoices on an exchange platform. Since 2016, Incomlend has financed over $500…
Legendary Ventures’ Jayson Kim on investing in SpaceX, transformative tech, and corporate innovation [Podcast Q&A]
There have been lots of winners and losers from the pandemic. Initially, service sectors such as retail, real estate, hospitality, and travel took the initial blows. But I think…
Atome partners Softbank-backed travel tech firm Klook to expand BNPL services
The partnership will start in Singapore before rolling out to Hong Kong, Malaysia, and the Philippines in the coming months.
UOB, SGX-backed ADDX collaborate on $36.8M sustainability-linked digital bond
UOB was appointed as a joint lead manager for the S$675-million ($496.56 million) sustainability-linked bond issued by Sembcorp, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Sembcorp…
My experience navigating the startup ecosystem in Southeast Asia amid the pandemic
While we are still in the midst of a long-drawn pandemic, I believe startups are still presented with advantages in this season as COVID has kicked off the acceleration of the…
