Venture Capital

Plug and Play partners Enterprise Singapore to launch program to support Singapore startups’ US expansion

United States-based accelerator firm Plug and Play has partnered with Singaporean government agency Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) to launch of the Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) San Francisco Acceleration Program, providing an opportunity for Singapore startups to explore and expand their products in the dynamic tech hub of San Francisco and the…

Philippine venture builder AHG Lab raises $4M to empower more entrepreneurs

AHG Lab, the independent venture builder in the Philippines, has secured a total of $4 million in Pre-Series A funding aimed at fueling the growth of the venture builder, its portfolio of ventures and programs, and the wider startup ecosystem. The investors of this round includes a United States family office and two Filipino family offices: the Rufino…

AC Ventures’ Helen Wong on Indonesia’s path to the next decade: progress & prospects

In this episode of the “Going-abroad” live program hosted by TechNode Group Founder and CEO Dr. Lu Gang, AC Ventures Managing Partner Helen Wong shared her views on Indonesia, the attractiveness the country has to offer. She also shared her investment strategy and AC Ventures' future plans, among others.

MRANTI launches Malaysia innovation matching platform to propel commercialization rate

The Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology and Innovation (MRANTI) has on Wednesday announced the launch of the Malaysia Technology Commercialization Platform (MATCH), in a strategic move to provide stronger links for the technology innovation ecosystem.

Antler appoints serial entrepreneur Frank Kang as Associate Partner and Country Head for Malaysia

Singapore-based venture capital firm Antler has on Wednesday announced the appointment of Frank Kang as Associate Partner for Malaysia. This senior-level appointment further strengthens Antler's commitment to investing in early-stage startups and backing exceptional founders in the region.

FWD Startup Studio Accelerator application is open to Asia-based startups to apply

Application for FWD Startup Studio Accelerator Program is now open, with a focus on Asia-based startups that are venture-backed in insurtech or adjacent verticals. FWD Startup Studio, in collaboration with 1337 Ventures, is thrilled to announce the 5th cohort of FWD Startup Studio Accelerator, a game-changing 13-week program designed to catapult insurtech…

Haymarket HQ launches Southeast Asia Tech Immersion Mission to support Australian firms to explore opportunities in SEA

Haymarket HQ, an Australia-based go-to-market accelerator, has on Thursday announced the launch of the Southeast Asia Tech Immersion Mission, which is funded by Investment NSW, to support tech companies and investors from Sydney’s Tech Central interested in exploring and connecting with the region’s ecosystem.

Goodwater raises over $1B to support consumer technology startups globally

Goodwater, the United States-based venture capital fund exclusively focused on consumer tech investments, announced Tuesday that it has raised over $1 billion across its family of early and growth stage funds. With this raise, the firm accelerates its mission to empower exceptional entrepreneurs everywhere to change the world for good.

1337 Ventures hosts ECF Accelerator to help Malaysian SMEs maximize opportunities through ECF fundraising

Malaysia-based venture capital firms 1337 Ventures and Leet Capital are back to host the ECF Accelerator Program in the country to help Malaysian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) maximize opportunities through equity crowdfunding (ECF) fundraising.

Aument Capital Partners, StashAway join forces to further democratize access to private market investments

Singapore-based technology- focused, family office for entrepreneurs Aument Capital Partners (ACP) and investment platform StashAway have announced a collaboration that will go towards democratizing access to private market investments. Through this partnership, ACP will leverage StashAway's private market offering, enabling its clients to invest in funds…