AppWorks

AppWorks, established in 2009, is a Taipei-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology startups. It focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, internet of things, web3, and blockchain across Taiwan and Southeast Asia. The firm provides seed funding through its Accelerator program and growth financing via its AppWorks Funds, which target investments ranging from USD 50,000 to USD 10 million. Additionally, AppWorks offers educational programs through AppWorks School to prepare aspiring engineers for tech industry careers.

Jack An

Associate

Joseph Chan

Partner

Alyssa Chen

Principal

Nice Cheng

Partner

Sophie Chiu

Principal

Bill Hsu

Analyst

Jamie Lin

Chairman, Founder and Managing Partner

Natalie Lin

Analyst

Zhichen Lin

Founder, Partner and Chairman

Michelle Lin

Analyst

Jessica Liu

Partner

Andy Tsai

Partner

Ching Tseng

Principal

Jun Wakabayashi

Principal

Past deals in Mobile

Jiraffe

Series E in 2024
Jiraffe Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, is a media business company that specializes in the planning, development, and management of internet services. The company operates platforms that allow customers to compare prices for iPhone repairs and parts replacements, as well as buy and sell smartphones individually. Additionally, Jiraffe offers a flea market trading application focused on items like trading cards, sneakers, and hobbyist collectibles, enabling users to make informed purchasing decisions and trade authentic products.

EMQ

Series B in 2020
EMQ Limited is a Hong Kong-based financial technology startup established in 2014, with additional offices in Taiwan and China. The company focuses on creating a financial network across Asia, emphasizing remittance services. EMQ partners with financial institutions and strategic allies in various countries, including Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, to facilitate and settle cross-border remittances. The company has developed a mobile application that allows clients to borrow and transfer money efficiently. EMQ holds a Money Service Operator license from the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department and a Fund Transfer Operator license from Bank Indonesia, enabling it to provide affordable, secure, and real-time financial settlement services for users and global businesses.

Intowow

Series A in 2017
Intowow, established in 2014 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, specializes in mobile video advertising technology. It offers a platform, CrystalExpress, that delivers high-definition video and image ads seamlessly within content streams and in open splash formats. The platform caters to various ad formats, serving branding, gaming, and e-commerce advertisers. Intowow operates globally, with a presence in Asia, Europe, the United States, and India.

PubGame

Series A in 2013
PubGame, established in 2011 and headquartered in Taiwan, is a game publishing platform operated by Net Publishing. It specializes in publishing web and mobile games, assisting global developers and publishers in expanding their reach and revenue in Southeast Asian markets. The company focuses on marketing, distribution, and monetization strategies, allowing its partners to concentrate on game development.

Gameape

Seed Round in 2012
GameApe is a pioneering mobile games information portal based in Taiwan, specializing in iOS and Android platforms. The website serves as a comprehensive resource for gamers, providing detailed information on game strategies, evaluations, pricing, ratings, and reviews. By offering insightful content about various mobile games, GameApe aims to enhance the gaming experience for users, helping them make informed decisions when selecting games to play.
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