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@wadekwright shared
On Dec 16, 2022
Singapore: Plugo secures $9M Series A funding with full-spectrum e-commerce services for direct-to-consumer brands, from website creation, payments set-up and marketing management to shipping, warehousing and logistics https://t.co/mCUexddjYQ #singapore #ecommerce #startups
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Plugo, an e-commerce support platform for D2C brands in Southeast Asia, picks up $9M Series A

Plugo, an e-commerce support platform for D2C brands in Southeast Asia, picks up $9M Series A

Plugo, a Singapore-based e-commerce support platform for D2C brands, raises $9 million Series A to help merchants set up online stores.

@vlauria shared
On Dec 20, 2022
We (@GoldenGateVC) threw a huge event in Vietnam yesterday, https://t.co/q914BH2Kyr. It's been something I've been working hard on for the past few weeks. So happy with all the people the event brought together. And so ready to rest! https://t.co/wynVJllMwm
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Vietnam Venture Summit 2022

Vietnam Venture Summit 2022

In the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation, the 2022 Vietnam Venture Summit focuses on "Venture Capital Flow" as the primary topic.

@DNewsAsia shared
On Dec 16, 2022
The world’s first shariah-compliant VC, Ficus Capital, today announced Ficus SEA, its flagship US$13.6 million (RM60 million) fund. The VC is looking for startups that are bringing impact to the environment, society, and governance (ESG) sustainably. https://t.co/QPbi9QleTr
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World’s first shariah-compliant VC, Ficus Capital announces US$13.6mil flagship fund

World’s first shariah-compliant VC, Ficus Capital announces US$13.6mil flagship fund

Malaysian-based venture capital firm, Ficus Capital, today announced Ficus SEA, its flagship US$13.6 million fund.

@YourStoryCo shared
On Dec 15, 2022
upGrad’s #acquisition of Exampur has fallen through, CEO Arjun Mohan confirmed on the sidelines of Huddle Global, a conference held by Kerala Startup Mission. Find out more. @upGrad_edu @exampuroficial @_arjunmohan_ @startup_mission https://t.co/mo5yQA2TuA
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upGrad's plans for Exampur acquisition fall through

upGrad's plans for Exampur acquisition fall through

In August 2022, the edtech company said that it is acquiring Exampur for an undisclosed amount in a cash-and-share swap deal.

@YourStoryCo shared
On Dec 16, 2022
Investments by private equity and venture capital funds have declined by 42% year-on-year to $4 billion in November, the report by #IVCA and #EY said. https://t.co/V98d69KKJs
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PE/VC investments drop 42% to $4B in Nov

PE/VC investments drop 42% to $4B in Nov

Compared with October, investments have increased by 18%, the report by IVCA and EY said. This is the second sequential rise in monthly investments.

@OrbitStartups shared
On Dec 16, 2022
Talking with @LEAPandInnovate, GP and MD at @OrbitStartups @williambaobean shared multiple views on what makes a #startup investible. "For us, it's #passion that really makes a difference. Drive to solve the #challenge or attack the #opportunity." https://t.co/RzbTFqC8zA https://t.co/foLfVa9Znv
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Interview: what makes a startup investible?

Interview: what makes a startup investible?

We interviewed William Bao Bean (General Partner at SOSV and Managing Director of Orbit Startups) to get his perspective on startup opportunities.

@FinTechMY shared
On Dec 20, 2022
South Korean financial super app Toss closes $405M Series G as valuation rises 7% https://t.co/ZNFXBR08Z5 https://t.co/h1fMIPEsVS
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South Korean financial super app Toss closes $405M Series G as valuation rises 7%

South Korean financial super app Toss closes $405M Series G as valuation rises 7%

Viva Republica, an operator of South Korean finance super app Toss, has closed a $405 million Series G funding at a $7.1 billion valuation.

@wadekwright shared
On Dec 15, 2022
Japan: Kansai Startup Mashups brand launches, backed by Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe, to support startups from the Kansai region https://t.co/Klf7lUMiJy #japan #startupjapan #japantech #technews #startups #techstartups
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OBDA-Aiming to create a unicorn company from Kansai that can compete globally! Announcing the Joint Branding of ”Kansai Startup Mashups” From the Three Capitals of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe (Hyogo)

OBDA-Aiming to create a unicorn company from Kansai that can compete globally! Announcing the Joint Branding of ”Kansai Startup Mashups” From the Three Capitals of Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe (Hyogo)

The Osaka Business Development Agency, in cooperation with the Keihanshin Startup Ecosystem Consortium and JETRO Osaka, has jointly launched the brand

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