Yimie Yong

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Indonesia’s unicorn Kopi Kenangan debuts in Malaysia – report

Founded in 2017, Kopi Kenangan expanded to more than 850 outlets in 64 cities in Indonesia and officially became the first Southeast Asia company to achieve 'unicorn' status in the F&B category in December last year.

Singapore’s MiyaHealth to expand globally starting with Europe & Asia, digitalizing healthcare systems

In an interview, Rajentheran also shared about MiyaHealth’s plans and strategies moving forward. He also shared his views about the healthcare and HealthTech industry.

BEYOND Expo | Renowned venture capitalists find silver lining in global uncertainties

Although the Covid-19 pandemic, ongoing US-China trade tensions, and an imminent global recession are already hitting technology firms in both China and the US, some investors see new opportunities emerging for today’s technology and startup markets.

MYStartup Pre-Accelerator Cohort 2 Program launched with 38 startups

Selected startups will have direct access to local and international mentors, resources, and market exposure with extended post-program and funding opportunities. 

500 Global-backed StoreHub to focus on existing markets as it aims to reach profitability within two years

In the interview, Fong also shared some of his opinions on issues related to the digitization within the F&B industry post-pandemic.

New MRANTI Park Master Plan will assist Malaysia in facing Industrial Revolution 4.0, says PM

MRANTI Park will be equipped with modern infrastructure, including high-speed broadband and 5G technology, as well as incentives and funding opportunities. It is also designed to attract young professionals and create a stable pathway for highly skilled talents

Hong Kong’s Start-up Express International calls for applications

At Start-Up Express International, outstanding early-stage start-ups from around the world will share the stage with Start-up Express winners from Hong Kong.

Malaysia’s Carsome banks on digital banking to complement existing car business

In the interview, Kee also shared the opportunities Carsome sees in building a digital bank in Malaysia and the competitive edge it has against others. He, however, declined to comment on the launching timeline of the digital bank.

Thai EdTech firm Globish succeeds in closing $2.36M fundraising deal & progressing to Series A+

The more than 90-million-baht ($2.36 million) investment will accelerate Globish for international markets and expansion to ASEAN following the company’s business in Vietnam. There are huge potentials for Thailand to achieve regional leadership in EdTech. In the contemporary labor market, language is a crucial skill and always the first to be upskilled and…

Malaysia’s Carsome announces ‘group-wide accelerated profitability plan’ including job cuts

As part of the "employee base optimization", Carsome said it will focus on improving productivity across the business, aligning resources with contributions to the bottom line, and enforcing stricter performance management. This strategy will impact a certain number of employees, who will receive their full severance package and extended health benefits…