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Malaysia’s 1337 Ventures: outlook for Malaysia’s tech ecosystem in 2025 is incredibly promising

"The outlook for Malaysia’s tech ecosystem in 2025 is incredibly promising. We’re witnessing stronger collaborations between startups, corporates, and accelerators, paving the way for greater innovation and growth. With rising attention on key sectors like fintech, healthtech, and AI, Malaysia is poised to elevate its global competitiveness and establish…

1337 Ventures Invests in Malaysian neo banking platform Vircle

1337 Ventures, through its 1337 Accelerator Fund I, has announced its investment in Vircle, a Malaysian neo banking platform focused on transforming financial literacy for children.

1337 Ventures Partners with GX Bank to lead TeXnovasi Accelerator

1337 Ventures, Malaysia-based venture capital firm, announced its role as the lead accelerator for TeXnovasi—an ambitious initiative by GXBank and Grab Malaysia, with support from Cradle and MYStartup.

Malaysia’s digital bank GXBank introduces new products & tech startup accelerator program

The event also saw the launch of TeXnovasi, a collaborative effort between GXBank and Grab Malaysia, and supported by Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle), MYStartup and 1337 Ventures which aims to build an inclusive and sustainable tech-based entrepreneurship ecosystem in Malaysia.

Singapore FinTech Association launches Project Tapir to connect Singapore’s FinTechs with Malaysian VCs

The Singapore FinTech Association (SFA) has launched Project Tapir, partnering with Malaysia-based venture capital (VC) firms, Artem Ventures and OSK Ventures International Berhad (OSKVI) to identify and showcase promising Singapore FinTech companies who are keen to launch in Malaysia.

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…

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.

Manis Leting and Triphie tops the 1337 Ventures’ Alpha Startups™ Pre-Accelerator

Malaysian food tech firm Manis Leting and trip planning platform Triphie have topped the 1337 Ventures’ Alpha Startups™ Pre-Accelerator program.

RHB Xcelerator program announces 11 finalists

The RHB Xcelerator programme, which have been launched by Malaysian lender RHB Banking Group and Malaysian venture capital (VC) firm 1337 Ventures, has announced 11 finalists that will compete at its first Demo Day.

Alpha Startups™ Digital Accelerator Seeks Next-Gen Early-Stage Startups in Malaysia

New startup ideas and business models are key engines of economic growth. They not only create new jobs but also foster competitiveness and innovation, which is why the Malaysian government’s MyDIGITAL initiative is looking to attract two unicorns and launch 5,000 startups in the next five years.