Venture Capital

Top VC firms in Thailand that you should know

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.

Rethinking Venture Capital: How Gobi Partners’ value-driven strategy achieved three exits in one year

Despite headwinds, Gobi Partners saw three of its portfolio startups exit over the last year, generating $350 million in total value with a 20x return on investment. The companies represent diverse sectors and exit strategies: e-commerce enabler Synagistics’ de-SPAC in Hong Kong, Mize’s acquisition by Korea’s Yanolja and Brite Semiconductor’s IPO on the…

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The entrepreneur’s dilemma: Fundraising or taking a loan?

Fundraising investments or taking a loan is a question, I often see being asked on Facebook groups for entrepreneurs or aspiring entrepreneurs. This article will break down all the pros and cons so that any #Entrepreneur deciding between the two, may make a more informed decision.

Gobi Partners and Cross Capital join forces to boost Japanese investment in Southeast Asia

Gobi Partners, an Asia-focused venture capital firm, has announced a strategic partnership with Japan-based Cross Capital to boost cross-border innovation and enhance the flow of Japanese investments into Southeast Asia’s dynamic startup landscape.

Cradle and KLDX team up to introduce alternative fundraising platform for Malaysian startups

Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle), the focal agency for Malaysia’s startup ecosystem, has partnered with Kapital DX Sdn Bhd (KLDX), a local digital securities exchange platform, to provide Malaysian startups with an alternative avenue for fundraising.

Corporate Malaysia could contribute to doubling venture capital funding to $250 million by 2030, says report

Corporate Malaysia could contribute to doubling venture capital funding to reach MYR 1.1 billion ($250 million) by 2030, a report said Monday.

Malaysia’s DF Automation & Robotics bags $ 1.85M funding round led by Vynn Capital

DF Auto has a global client base spanning across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, India, Ireland, and Malta.

US-based Hemisphere Ventures expands into Southeast Asia

Hemisphere Ventures, a United States-based venture capital, has announced the opening of a new office in Singapore, marking its first expansion into Southeast Asia.

Khazanah launches Jelawang Capital as national fund-of-funds to accelerate growth of Malaysia’s venture capital ecosystem

Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional Berhad has launched the national fund-of-funds, Jelawang Capital Sdn Bhd, to accelerate growth of Malaysia’s venture capital ecosystem.

NUS & NTU to launch $37.8M startup incubator program

The new program will be a comprehensive incubator program designed to bridge the gap between scientific research and market application. It will support startup teams by helping them refine their initial ideas, validate market needs, and design robust business models through a structured program framework.