Venture Capital

Japan’s Z Venture Capital launches $190M new fund to support startups globally

Japan-based investment firm Z Venture Capital (ZVC) has launched a new fund with a total size of 30 billion yen ($190 million) to support startups globally.

Kairous Capital: Southeast Asia stands to benefit from the ‘China Plus One’ strategy

Kairous Capital remains committed to bridging China and Southeast Asia, helping companies unlock cross-border growth opportunities. With digital-first solutions and AI-driven technologies shaping next-gen consumer experiences, we are particularly keen on companies that innovate in user journey design to meet these evolving expectations. Incumbent SME…

Tracxn: Southeast Asia’s tech funding drops 59 pct on year to $2.84B in 2024

Southeast Asia (SEA) faces a challenging year in 2024, with tech funding plunging 59 percent year on year to $2.84 billion, according to Tracxn's latest report.

Gobi Partners announces Techxila Fund II & signs MOU with Bank of Punjab to drive economic cooperation

The launch of $50 million Techxila Fund II builds on the success of Gobi’s first Pakistan-focused venture capital fund, which has invested in 22 startups to date.

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.