Cathay Venture

Cathay Venture is a significant player in the financial services sector in Asia, primarily operating under the umbrella of Cathay Financial Holding Co., Ltd., the largest financial holding company in Taiwan. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Shanghai, Cathay Venture focuses on providing a range of financial products and services, including property insurance through Cathay Insurance Co., Ltd. This company has expanded its reach beyond Taiwan, notably establishing life insurance operations in China and Vietnam. As a leading brand in the Taiwanese life insurance market, Cathay Life Insurance has consistently demonstrated growth in revenues and assets, serving millions of customers. Cathay Financial Holdings has also developed a diversified investment portfolio, with substantial assets allocated to overseas investments and alternative assets, enhancing its market presence across Asia.

Yvonne Lee

Investor Relations

Chao Ting Lin

Executive Director

Steven Peng

Investment Manager, Alternative Department

Jacqueline Chiang Yiching

Alternative Investment Manager

18 past transactions

GRAID Technology

Series A in 2022
GRAID Technology Inc. is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California with an R&D center in Taipei, Taiwan, and has been formed by a team that has more than 15 years’ experience in the SDS, ASIC and storage industries. Our extraordinary software & hardware solution has redefined every aspect of an SSD RAID card, and makes GRAID SupremeRAID™ the most powerful and flexible NVMe SSD RAID card in the world.

pickupp

Series B in 2021
We are a technology-enabled platform dedicated to supporting merchants and individuals with on-demand retail solutions as well as optimized and cost-effective deliveries.

pickupp

Series A in 2021
We are a technology-enabled platform dedicated to supporting merchants and individuals with on-demand retail solutions as well as optimized and cost-effective deliveries.

Validus

Series B in 2019
Validus Capital Pte. Ltd. operates an online lending marketplace that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with accredited and institutional investors. Founded in 2015 and based in Singapore, Validus is the largest SME financing platform in the country, focusing on providing short-term and medium-term financing to underserved SMEs. The platform facilitates early approval for loans, offers competitive interest rates, and allows for revenue growth. Investors benefit from a range of options without onboarding fees and can minimize risk through fractionalization and portfolio management. Validus employs data analytics and artificial intelligence to enhance its services and aims to promote inclusive growth for SMEs across the ASEAN region, with operations also in Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. The company is regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore and has received necessary registrations in its regional markets.

Emotibot Technologies

Series B in 2018
Emotibot Technologies specializes in designing and developing artificial intelligence systems with a focus on emotional intelligence. Founded in 2015 and based in Shanghai, the company creates AI bots capable of reading, listening, and understanding emotions through multi-modal recognition and machine learning. Its product offerings include various bots such as Personal Bot, Fin Bot, and Service Bot, as well as emotion recognition tools like Emoti-Voice and Fatigue Detection. These systems are applicable across multiple sectors, including e-commerce, finance, and smart devices, and can facilitate humanized conversations and vision understanding in environments such as mobile devices, homes, and automobiles.

BINGO

Series A in 2018
Beijing Bingo Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. is engaged in robot development, production, sales and service operations. The firm is headquartered in China.

Shengshihui

Angel Round in 2018
Beijing Shengshihui Technology Co., Ltd. is a company that develops intelligent remote control equipment and PAAS platform. It was founded in 2016 and is based in China.

Quantifeed

Series B in 2018
Quantifeed HK Limited is a financial technology company based in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, that specializes in providing digital investment solutions tailored for financial institutions. Founded in 2013 by former investment banking executives, the company offers an automated investment platform that allows banks, brokers, and wealth planners to deliver a branded digital investing experience to their clients. The platform features a library of portfolios for asset allocation, thematic investments, and various trading strategies, supporting investments across major global markets. By offering configurable options, Quantifeed enables institutions to effectively meet their wealth management objectives and reach a broad consumer base efficiently. Its clients include online brokers, consumer banks, wealth advisors, and private banks in regions such as Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and China.

Sea

Series E in 2017
Sea Limited is an internet platform company headquartered in Singapore, primarily focused on the Greater Southeast Asia region, including countries like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Founded in 2009, Sea operates three main business segments: digital entertainment, e-commerce, and digital financial services. Its Garena platform offers access to a wide range of mobile and PC online games, eSports operations, and various entertainment content, fostering a vibrant community through features like livestreaming and user forums. The Shopee platform serves as a mobile-centric e-commerce marketplace, providing integrated payment and logistics solutions to sellers. Additionally, SeaMoney delivers digital financial services, including e-wallets and payment processing, enhancing financial accessibility for individuals and businesses. Sea's mission is to improve the lives of consumers and small businesses in its region through technology, reflecting its commitment to connect users and promote growth in Southeast Asia.

Xiunaer

Angel Round in 2016
Xiunaer is a private company engaged in online to offline services that include installation, repair, and maintenance of building materials and home furnishings. The firm is based in China.

YeepBank.com

Series B in 2015
YeepBank.com is a private company engaged in integrated financial assets trading related services, and investment and financing consultation services. The firm is based in China.

KargoCard

Venture Round in 2015
KargoCard (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a prominent provider of prepaid card solutions in China, specializing in prepaid card processing and distribution. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Shanghai, with an additional office in Beijing, the company offers a range of products including prepaid gift cards, membership cards, and coupon redemption solutions. KargoCard has established itself as the largest aggregator of prepaid payment products in the country, with a vast network supporting real-time transactions across more than 40 retail brands. Its KargoMall, a physical retail gift card mall, operates in over 5,300 convenience stores across 22 cities, making it the largest prepaid payment network in China. Furthermore, KargoCard extends its offerings digitally through popular social networks such as Mobile QQ and WeChat, reaching over 500 million users. The company has formed partnerships with leading brands like YiHaoDian and C-Trip to facilitate the distribution of their gift card programs, often through exclusive agreements.

Conning

Acquisition in 2014
Conning & Company is a privately owned investment management firm founded in 1912 and headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, with an additional office in New York City. The firm specializes in serving insurance companies and institutional clients by managing client-focused portfolios. Conning invests across public equity and fixed income markets globally, as well as in alternative markets. Its equity investments include small cap equities, master limited partnerships, and high-dividend income equities with a focus on China. For fixed income, Conning invests in a variety of securities, including U.S. Treasury and agency bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds, and municipal bonds, as well as mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, high-yield debt, and structured products. The firm employs fundamental analysis and utilizes in-house research to inform its investment decisions.

KargoCard

Venture Round in 2014
KargoCard (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a prominent provider of prepaid card solutions in China, specializing in prepaid card processing and distribution. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Shanghai, with an additional office in Beijing, the company offers a range of products including prepaid gift cards, membership cards, and coupon redemption solutions. KargoCard has established itself as the largest aggregator of prepaid payment products in the country, with a vast network supporting real-time transactions across more than 40 retail brands. Its KargoMall, a physical retail gift card mall, operates in over 5,300 convenience stores across 22 cities, making it the largest prepaid payment network in China. Furthermore, KargoCard extends its offerings digitally through popular social networks such as Mobile QQ and WeChat, reaching over 500 million users. The company has formed partnerships with leading brands like YiHaoDian and C-Trip to facilitate the distribution of their gift card programs, often through exclusive agreements.

Infinitas Interactive Media

Angel Round in 2014
Infinitas Interactive Media provides big data and Internet advertising services.

17xie.com

Series A in 2011
17xie.com operates as an information technology writing community. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Beijing, China.

TaiGen Biotechnology

Series B in 2004
TaiGen Biotechnology Co. is a pharmaceutical company based in Taiwan. The company focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of therapeutics to treat cancers, infectious diseases and diabetic complications (limb ischemia and retinopathy). TaiGen currently has operations in Taiwan, China, and the U.S.