Venture Capital

In 2025, Gobi will prioritize investments in FinTech, HealthTech, TaqwaTech (tech for Islamic markets), the Circular Economy, Gender Diversity, New Energy, and the Silver Economy.

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 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…

"CVC: Navigating Innovation and Strategic Partnership in The Digital Era" was a panel that featured Raymond Hor of Sunway ILabs Venture; Josie Lai of Genting Ventures; Jie He from Global Brain and David Goh from Hyundai Cradle and was moderated by Hao Tran from Vietcetera Media. The panelists shared their expertise on how CVCs are fostering innovations and…

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.

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.

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.

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…

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, 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.