AppWorks, based in Taipei, is the largest startup accelerator in Greater Southeast Asia, established in 2010. It aims to support Internet startups in the region by helping them refine their products and business strategies. AppWorks runs an accelerator program that invites talented startups in sectors such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain every six months. The AppWorks Ecosystem boasts an impressive alumni network of 395 startups and 1,331 founders, collectively generating annual revenues of $8.05 billion and providing over 17,000 jobs. The firm manages $170 million in venture capital funds, focusing on investments in seed to Series C companies across various sectors, including technology and logistics. With a strong emphasis on fostering innovation in Southeast Asia, AppWorks continues to play a pivotal role in nurturing and investing in emerging startups in the region.
Pace is an online payment platform that allows users to shop for more with no interest or hidden fees. The platform lets shoppers take charge of their spending without giving up on the things they need or deserve. It turns purchases into 3 interest-free installments that give shoppers the breathing space to buy now.
Cyber Sierra is to increase the odds of startups succeeding and to eliminate luck from the equation, so founders can focus on innovating for the right reasons.
Infina is an investment platform that focuses on making financial services accessible and user-friendly. It offers a digital application that allows individuals to invest small amounts in various opportunities, including real estate and fund certificates. By simplifying the investment process, Infina enables users to participate in the market without the need for significant capital, thus promoting financial inclusion. The platform is designed to provide a safe and frictionless experience for investors, facilitating their ability to derive profits from diverse investment options.
Tinvio is a developer of supply chain and commerce software aimed at enhancing collaboration between merchants and suppliers. The platform allows users to communicate with suppliers, create purchase orders through a mobile interface, and maintain a digital ledger of all transactions, including orders and invoices. By providing insights to improve purchasing decisions, Tinvio empowers businesses to work more effectively together, ultimately driving productivity and profitability for all parties involved. Through its user-friendly design and supportive features, Tinvio seeks to ensure that every merchant and supplier can operate more efficiently.
Beam Mobility Holdings Pte. Ltd. is a micro-mobility company that offers electric scooters for rent through a user-friendly mobile application. Established in 2018 and based in Singapore, Beam aims to enhance urban mobility by providing a network of shared e-scooters that can be easily accessed on a pay-per-use basis. The company promotes responsible parking by incentivizing users to return scooters to designated parking spots, thereby minimizing clutter on city streets. By leveraging Internet of Things technology, Beam contributes to improved last-mile connectivity, helps alleviate traffic congestion, and supports environmental sustainability efforts.
ShopBack offers a one-stop lifestyle portal that powers smarter purchase decisions for consumers. Today, ShopBack is the dominant player in Southeast Asia’s e-commerce Cashback market, with an established presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Taiwan, powering over 1,000 orders per hour. ShopBack enhances shopping by providing up to 30% Cashback for consumers to boost their purchasing power while providing cost-effective marketing solutions for merchant partners. With over 1,300 merchant partners, including Uber, Expedia, and Lazada, ShopBack constantly strives to bring a smarter shopping experience to the consumers. In October 2015, ShopBack was awarded the winner of the Gold award in the Best Start-up (Growth Stage) category and Silver award in the Best Innovative Infocomm Products (Consumers) category at the 7th Singapore Infocomm Technology Federation (SiTF) Awards. This is the local start-up’s maiden voyage in industry awards, pitting against more than 300 nominations for the esteemed titles. The company was recently awarded the Emerging Enterprise Award in September 2016, jointly organized by The Business Times (Singapore) and OCBC Bank, which recognizes outstanding small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore.
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