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Grab Malaysia said it recognises the government’s holistic approach to fostering inclusive economic growth by driving digitalisation to empowering MSMEs.

Elev8.vc’s new fund is expected to back 20 to 30 high-potential deep tech startups, providing them with both capital and strategic resources to accelerate their growth.

With the backing of prominent partners like InnoSpace Thailand, Venture Spark said it empowers founders to scale their ideas regionally and globally.

WORQ is an award-winning productivity community and flexible workspace provider founded in 2017, in Kuala Lumpur. WORQ’s investors include Cradle Fund, an agency under the Malaysian Ministry of Finance; Philip Capital, an integrated Asian financial house with a global presence; SMG, an investment holding company co-founded by the founding partner of Jungle…

"The outlook for Malaysia’s tech ecosystem in 2025 is incredibly promising. We’re witnessing stronger collaborations between startups, corporates, and accelerators, paving the way for greater innovation and growth. With rising attention on key sectors like fintech, healthtech, and AI, Malaysia is poised to elevate its global competitiveness and establish…

As Malaysia prepares to assume the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, this initiative aligns perfectly with our vision to position ASEAN as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Thai venture capital firms are also creating opportunities for collaboration by connecting startups with international investors and industry leaders. This ecosystem not only accelerates local innovation but also positions Thailand as a gateway for global investors seeking to tap into the dynamic Southeast Asian market.

The forum was officiated by Amir Hamzah Azizan, Minister of Finance II, who stressed the role of VC in driving innovation, economic growth, and job creation.

1337 Ventures, Malaysia-based venture capital firm, announced its role as the lead accelerator for TeXnovasi—an ambitious initiative by GXBank and Grab Malaysia, with support from Cradle and MYStartup.

In the second part of the interview, Cyberport Chief Public Mission Officer Eric Chan shared Hong Kong’s uniqueness and competitive edge against other cities in China and across the region which also aimed to become tech hubs. He shared suggestions on how Hong Kong can further improve its tech ecosystem and his views on Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the…