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Fintech Angel Operators to fund and bring on-the-ground expertise to early-stage FinTech startups [Q&A]

TechNode Global interviewed key members of the Fintech Angel Operators to seek their insights on the growing market for FinTech services in the Southeast Asia region with a particular focus on how the model of an angel investor network can accelerate growth in this space.

YouTrip adopts hyper-localized strategies to differentiate from other multi-currency providers [ORIGIN Innovation Awards Q&A]

In a TechNode Global Q&A, Chu shared the story behind why she started YouTrip and the challenges she and her team met when they grow the company. She also shared her views on how to encourage more women to become entrepreneurs and some advice for them, based on her personal experience as a female founder.

Startup valuation: From zero to $100M in 18 months [Tech Insights Recap]

In our recent Brown Bag Workshop Session, we learned from Kenny Au and the executive team at Elevate Ventures how startups can leverage opportunities and resources toward increasing their valuation without necessarily tapping into external funding. This includes building use cases toward establishing strategic partnerships that can improve the optics of…

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Malaysia’s Carsome announces strategic investment in Indonesia’s car auction firm PT Universal Collection

The development came after the startup is said to be weighing going public with special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) as option.

Philippines e-commerce logistics startup Locad secures $4.9M Seed fund led by Sequoia Capital India’s Surge

Locad currently runs seven fulfillment centers: four in the Philippines and one warehouse each in Singapore, Hong Kong, and New South Wales. The company plans to use part of its seed fund to further expand its warehouse network in the Philippines and across the APAC region. 

How to choose the right legal structure for your startup in Singapore

If you're thinking about starting a business this year, the first step is to identify which business (legal) entity is most appropriate for your startup plan. Keep reading to find out more about the different types of business entities that are suitable for early-stage startups.

29 Applicants to bid for 5 digital banking licenses in Malaysia, with national cooperatives group joining in

A diverse range of parties have submitted applications for the digital bank licence, ranging from banks, industry conglomerates, technology firms, e-commerce operators, FinTech players, cooperatives and state governments.

How HKSTP supports the startup and corporate innovation ecosystem through partnerships and acceleration [ORIGIN Innovation Awards Q&A]

The ecosystem has been vibrant and developing quite rapidly these years. One of the key challenges would be sourcing suitable innovation solutions and startups which match with the corporate procurement requirements as well as features that are specific to corporates’ different jurisdictions in order to proceed with PoC and ultimately technology adoption.

4 Steps to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace

While it is frequently emphasized that diversity and inclusion are crucial to creating a healthy work environment, their tangible benefits are often overlooked. Not only do they create a more accepting environment for employees, but they also drive market growth and foster a more creative workforce for employers.

AirAsia’s BigPay teams up with state-linked MIDF, PE firm Ikhlas Capital for digital banking license in Malaysia

BigPay's consortium will be joining a crowded field for digital bank licences on offer. Malaysia central bank said it would issue up to five licenses by early 2022.