K3 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2015, focusing on investments in technology start-ups with promising founders aiming to transform the Southeast Asian market. The firm provides strategic support to its portfolio companies through its exclusive bamboo network, facilitating pilot projects and promoting the adoption of innovative solutions. By bridging the gap between technology start-ups and established businesses, K3 Ventures fosters an ecosystem of collaboration that helps overcome the challenges faced by emerging companies. This approach not only aids in scaling operations but also contributes to the development of new market leaders in the region, addressing the inevitable digital disruption affecting traditional industries.
Wiz Holdings PTE. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions and chatbots aimed at enhancing customer service and operational efficiency for large corporations across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2019, the company provides a range of offerings, including a smart talkbot designed for telemarketing, customer care, and smart guidance. Additionally, Wiz Holdings delivers artificial intelligence as a service (AaaS) solutions focused on mobile office security and big data analysis to improve user behavior insights. With offices in Singapore, Nanjing, and Jakarta, the company leverages a diverse team of experts to advance its humanistic AI conversational technology, enabling businesses to enhance their communication channels and optimize data utilization in a cost-effective manner.
Abound
Venture Round in 2023
Abound is a consumer lending startup based in London, United Kingdom, that aims to provide low-cost personal credit as an alternative to expensive payday loans. Founded in 2020, the company leverages the UK’s Open Banking standard to analyze consumers' historical bank statement data. This approach allows Abound to develop a detailed understanding of customers' financial situations, enabling them to assess affordability more accurately while reducing dependence on traditional credit reference agency scores. By focusing on individuals with low credit scores, Abound seeks to expand access to affordable credit, thereby promoting financial inclusion.
Sending Network
Seed Round in 2023
In SendingNetwork, there're numerous nodes spread across different locations. So it becomes nearly impossible for any one to shut down the entire network, censor specific messages, ban user accounts or exclude entire communities. In essence, each user contributes to a robust, unbreakable communication network.
Fable
Series A in 2023
Fable Food Co is a company that specializes in creating plant-based meat alternatives primarily derived from shiitake mushrooms. Their products are designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional meat, providing a nutritious and healthy substitute for consumers. Fable's offerings are clean label and minimally processed, made entirely from natural plant-based ingredients. The company's products are widely available across Australia, including major retailers such as Harris Farm Markets, Coles, and Woolworths, as well as through meal delivery services like Marley Spoon and Dinnerly. Additionally, Fable's products feature on various restaurant menus in Australia, Singapore, and the UK, catering to both food enthusiasts and those seeking vegan options.
Wristcheck
Seed Round in 2023
Wristcheck is a tech-driven platform dedicated to the luxury watch market, catering to enthusiasts around the globe. It serves as a secure and transparent marketplace for buying and selling authentic timepieces, featuring a vast selection of watches across various price ranges. The company emphasizes the importance of authentication, employing trained professionals and an in-house certified watchmaker to inspect products and ensure their legitimacy. Additionally, Wristcheck offers an industry-leading grading system, a real-time transaction-powered index, and comprehensive warranty services, enhancing the customer experience. Focused on community-building, Wristcheck aims to create a holistic environment for watch lovers, reflecting its origins as a venture founded by enthusiasts for enthusiasts.
KYAN Therapeutics
Seed Round in 2022
KYAN Therapeutics is a clinical-stage artificial intelligence company leveraging its proprietary technology platforms to transform the way patients are treated and therapies are developed. KYAN is able to revolutionize the drug development and dosage optimization processes and has multiple pipeline combination therapies in development for oncology and infectious diseases. KYAN de-risks and dramatically accelerates the drug development process, identifying novel combination therapies with unprecedented efficacy and safety. KYAN's clinically-validated platforms are uniquely disease-mechanism and indication agnostic.
Taranis
Series D in 2022
Taranis is an agriculture intelligence company that has developed an advanced platform utilizing computer vision, data science, and deep learning algorithms to monitor fields effectively. Its solution provides high-precision aerial surveillance imagery, enabling farmers to detect early signs of issues such as weeds, nutrient deficiencies, crop disease, insect infestations, and water damage. By offering accurate insights, Taranis helps agribusinesses make informed decisions that can prevent crop yield loss and ultimately enhance productivity.
Gokomodo
Series A in 2022
Gokomodo is a supply chain platform focused on agribusiness and commodities, designed to improve access to quality agricultural products. The platform enables clients to procure high-quality goods at competitive prices, enhancing efficiency and transparency in the supply chain process. By providing a digital procurement solution, Gokomodo aims to streamline the purchasing experience for businesses in the agricultural sector.
SolanaFM
Seed Round in 2022
SolanaFM operates a blockchain indexing and analytical platform designed to efficiently gather and process data from the blockchain. It offers tools that allow users to explore transactions, blocks, accounts, and token information. By providing these services, SolanaFM facilitates a better understanding of the blockchain ecosystem, enabling clients to analyze and interact with blockchain data effectively.
Merkle Science
Series A in 2022
Merkle Science is a software company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Singapore, specializing in predictive crypto risk and intelligence platforms. It provides tools for businesses, financial institutions, and government agencies to detect, investigate, and prevent illegal activities related to cryptocurrencies. The company utilizes a proprietary Behavioral Rule Engine, which allows compliance teams to exceed traditional blacklists and meet local KYC/AML obligations. Its platform features an intuitive rule management interface that enables users to visualize account activity over time and generate forensic reports. This functionality supports blockchain companies, crypto exchanges, investment funds, banks, and regulators in conducting due diligence and ensuring compliance while addressing the complexities of illicit cryptocurrency activities.
Intellect
Series A in 2022
Intellect Company Pte. Ltd., established in 2019 and based in Singapore, operates a psychological mental health platform designed to enhance mental well-being. The platform integrates technology and human interaction to provide accessible support for individuals facing various challenges such as procrastination, low self-esteem, and anxiety. Through its app, Intellect offers digitized therapy programs developed by leading psychologists and behavioral experts, helping users to redevelop traits, habits, and behaviors. The company's mission is to lower barriers to mental health support, creating a straightforward and effective journey for users to address personality flaws and improve their overall confidence and social skills.
AgriAku
Series A in 2022
AgriAku is a technology-driven local agribusiness that aims to enhance the agricultural value chain by facilitating connections between farmers, traders, and supply stores. Through its applications, Agroaku Mitra and Agroaku Hub, the company provides farmers and shop owners access to affordable agricultural production facilities and a comprehensive range of agricultural inputs. The platform simplifies the procurement process by linking agricultural supply stores with manufacturers and distributors, allowing farmers to easily access a wide catalog of agricultural products at competitive prices. In addition, AgriAku supports small and medium-sized businesses and farmers by offering a full suite of agriculture services, addressing key challenges in the industry.
1Token
Series A in 2022
1Token is a comprehensive financial software platform tailored for cryptocurrency institutions, facilitating operations across over 20 blockchains and numerous decentralized and centralized finance protocols. The platform accommodates a wide range of crypto assets, including spot and derivative products, as well as traditional financial instruments like stocks and ETFs. It offers end-to-end solutions for various segments of crypto finance, serving both buy-side institutions, such as asset managers and foundations, and sell-side entities like brokers and trading firms. By providing integrated technology for sales and trading, portfolio and risk management, and accounting, 1Token streamlines processes for multiple departments within institutions. Currently, it supports more than 40 major global clients, managing assets exceeding $20 billion and handling a monthly trading volume of over $70 billion.
Village Studio
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Village Studio aims to help Web3 games improve interoperability and provide value to players and developers.
Digital Harvest
Seed Round in 2022
Digital Harvest, Inc. is a data analytics company that specializes in providing predictive analytics solutions for the sugarcane industry. Founded in 2014 and based in Camas, Washington, the company utilizes advanced technologies such as satellite and terrestrial remote sensing, flight automation, and ground robotics to offer insights into crop yield estimation and operational efficiency. Digital Harvest's software monitors various aspects of crop health, including water stress and nutrient variability, helping mills and food groups optimize their operations, reduce costs, and increase sugar production. By delivering actionable data, the company aims to empower growers to make informed, data-driven decisions with both agronomic and economic precision across markets in the East Coast, Pacific Northwest, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
BandLab
Series B in 2022
BandLab is a cloud-based social platform designed to facilitate music creation and collaboration among musicians and fans. Available on iOS, Android, and the web, it allows users to create, share, and connect through music seamlessly. The platform promotes a global community where users can collaborate on projects and share their creative processes. BandLab also incorporates social features such as video sharing and messaging, enhancing interaction between creators and their audiences. As part of BandLab Technologies, it operates within a broader ecosystem that includes musical instruments, accessories, and various applications, leveraging expertise in software and hardware development to influence the future of music.
Aspen Digital
Series A in 2022
Aspen Digital is an innovative technology-driven digital & crypto asset management platform co-founded in 2021 by Everest Ventures Group and TTB Partners. Aspen provides a comprehensive and user-friendly solution for professional investors and money managers, from High-Net-Worth Individuals, family offices, to securities brokerages, external asset managers, private bankers and investment advisors. Through a single account, Aspen provides a complete digital assets product shelf including trading execution, yield enhancement products, automated investment strategies, and offers comprehensive portfolio reporting, industry research & market insights, and custody solution. For more information visit https://www.aspendigital.co/
Novelship
Series A in 2022
Novelship is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of authentic, limited-edition sneakers, streetwear, and collectibles. Catering to the sneaker and streetwear community, it offers products from renowned brands such as Nike, Air Jordan, Yeezy, Supreme, and Kaws. The platform emphasizes authenticity by carefully curating and professionally verifying each item in its collection. By focusing on the Southeast Asian market, Novelship connects users with a diverse range of street fashion, enabling them to access genuine products at competitive prices.
Busbud
Venture Round in 2022
Busbud, Inc. offers an online platform for booking intercity bus travel, enabling users to search, compare, and purchase tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company provides extensive travel information, including schedules, prices, reviews, and amenities, through its website and mobile application. Busbud aggregates bus schedules from over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, allowing travelers to plan their trips in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to simplify the travel experience by helping users find the best prices and options that suit their needs, while also providing customer support to enhance the booking experience.
Modalku
Series C in 2022
Modalku is an online marketplace based in Jakarta, Indonesia for small businesses to acquire loans and for lenders to fund small business loans to earn compelling returns. Its technology-based approach enables borrowers to receive loans for the first time or at lower than market rates, while lenders will earn returns well above that of bank deposits, traditional fixed income products, and life insurance investment-linked products. This marketplace lending model is proven in countries such as USA, UK, China & Singapore.
Funding Societies
Series C in 2022
Funding Societies, established in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, operates a digital financing platform that connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with investors. The company facilitates business loans, focusing on quick and efficient financing solutions, often bypassing traditional banking methods. It offers a range of flexible financing options, including micro and term loans, and invoice financing, using advanced credit scoring and risk assessment models. With operations across Southeast Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, Funding Societies caters to SMEs seeking accessible and timely financing.
Next Gen Foods
Series A in 2022
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meat products. Its plant-based products look and taste like meat and are developed using agricultural food ecosystems helping consumers to have foods that are rich in protein and nutrients. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Singapore.
Brand New Vision
Series A in 2022
A brand-new vision company would study and create cutting-edge technology that the conventional fashion industry might use. They are developing 3D products, tokenizing them, releasing them, fostering communities, and eventually making them wearable in the metaverse.
Truck It In
Seed Round in 2022
Truck It In is a logistics technology company aimed at streamlining road freight operations in Pakistan. Its platform serves over 3.3 million businesses, providing a connection between shippers and truckers. By offering access to a reliable fleet of trucks at competitive prices, Truck It In facilitates instant load bookings and ensures back-haul load availability. The platform automates the delivery tracking process, thereby enhancing efficiency within the logistics industry and unlocking significant resource potential.
WIZ.AI
Series A in 2022
Wiz Holdings PTE. Ltd. is a Singapore-based company that specializes in developing artificial intelligence software solutions and chatbots aimed at enhancing customer service and operational efficiency for large corporations across Southeast Asia. Founded in 2019, the company provides a range of offerings, including a smart talkbot designed for telemarketing, customer care, and smart guidance. Additionally, Wiz Holdings delivers artificial intelligence as a service (AaaS) solutions focused on mobile office security and big data analysis to improve user behavior insights. With offices in Singapore, Nanjing, and Jakarta, the company leverages a diverse team of experts to advance its humanistic AI conversational technology, enabling businesses to enhance their communication channels and optimize data utilization in a cost-effective manner.
Moladin
Series A in 2022
Launched in 2017, Moladin operates an e-commerce platform focused on the automotive sector, allowing consumers to access information about used vehicles and purchase them online. The platform serves as a centralized portal for various automotive transactions, connecting users with nearby service workshops, spare part retailers, accessory dealers, and modifiers. By partnering with over 40 dealers and several major financing companies, Moladin offers a range of options and discounts, facilitating easy access to information and funding for motorcycle users and automotive buyers alike.
Tazah Technologies
Seed Round in 2021
Tazah Technologies operates an agricultural marketplace aimed at connecting farmers with businesses in Pakistan. The company focuses on creating a technology-enabled operating system for the food and agriculture supply chain, enhancing efficiency and transparency. By offering standardized quality and transparent pricing, Tazah facilitates mobile application orders, making it easier for businesses to engage with producers. This approach not only improves the overall functionality of the agricultural value chain but also seeks to enhance the lives of producers, businesses, and consumers alike.
BandLab
Series B in 2021
BandLab is a cloud-based social platform designed to facilitate music creation and collaboration among musicians and fans. Available on iOS, Android, and the web, it allows users to create, share, and connect through music seamlessly. The platform promotes a global community where users can collaborate on projects and share their creative processes. BandLab also incorporates social features such as video sharing and messaging, enhancing interaction between creators and their audiences. As part of BandLab Technologies, it operates within a broader ecosystem that includes musical instruments, accessories, and various applications, leveraging expertise in software and hardware development to influence the future of music.
SaladStop!
Series B in 2021
SaladStop! is a leading player in the healthy food movement in Singapore, focusing on making nutritious food convenient and accessible. The restaurant chain specializes in salads, grain bowls, wraps, and smoothies that are made without artificial flavors or coloring, ensuring nutritional transparency for consumers. With 23 outlets currently operating in Singapore and Manila, SaladStop! is on track to expand further into Indonesia and Japan, aligning with its vision of becoming a prominent global name in nutrition, health, and wellness. The company is dedicated to providing delicious and climate-positive food choices, catering to the growing demand for healthier eating options.
Harmony Baby Nutrition
Seed Round in 2021
Harmony is a biotechnology startup that creates human breast milk protein-based infant nutrition designed to help human babies thrive. It is the world’s first dairy-free, allergen-free and environmentally friendly infant nutrition. Harmony Baby Nutrition was established in 2018 and is based in Boston, MA.
Skyryse
Series B in 2021
Skyryse, Inc. is an air mobility company founded in 2016 and headquartered in El Segundo, California. The company specializes in the development of helicopters and aircraft, targeting sectors such as emergency services, public transport, and urban planning. Skyryse has created a comprehensive hardware and software operating system known as FlightOS. This system provides a unified interface for pilots, allowing them to operate various types of aircraft, both rotorcraft and fixed-wing, using the same controls. By significantly reducing pilot fatigue and complexity, FlightOS enhances flight safety and improves emergency management. With just a few hours of training, any pilot can effectively fly any aircraft, whether from the cockpit or remotely, making aviation more accessible and efficient.
Qapita
Series A in 2021
Qapita is a software-as-a-service platform that specializes in equity and transaction management services. The company offers an equity management platform that facilitates the management of capitalization tables, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), and the digital issuance of ESOPs. This platform is designed to assist equity stakeholders in efficiently managing their holdings throughout South and Southeast Asia. By digitizing these processes, Qapita aims to streamline the complexities associated with equity management, enabling users to work more effectively and with greater accuracy.
T-LAB
Seed Round in 2021
T-Lab is an international Chinese language learning platform that utilizes artificial intelligence to enhance the educational experience. It provides a live course program focused on four essential teaching areas: Phonetics, Word Recognition, Contextual Understanding, and Humanities. Targeting school-age children in overseas markets, T-Lab emphasizes personalized learning and user-friendly design. The platform aims to meet the unique needs of Chinese learners, fostering independent study and promoting cultural confidence among overseas Chinese youth.
Dagangan
Series A in 2021
Dagangan is a technology-driven rural commerce platform focused on providing affordable access to daily necessities for rural communities in Indonesia. By facilitating connections between producers and consumers, Dagangan enables businesses to penetrate deeper into smaller towns and rural areas, supporting their growth through both digital and offline channels. The platform adopts a hub-and-spoke distribution model, allowing rural consumers to purchase essential products from a network of suppliers efficiently. Additionally, Dagangan empowers micro-entrepreneurs in these communities to sell local products and services, enhancing their economic self-sufficiency. Through its initiatives, Dagangan aims to accelerate economic development in Indonesia by fostering greater opportunities for all involved.
GOOD Meat
Venture Round in 2021
GOOD Meat is a subsidiary of Eat Just that provides cell-based meat instead of slaughtered livestock. The company offers cultured meat, the process of making sustainable and safe meat from animal cells instead of slaughtered animals.
Momos
Seed Round in 2021
Momos is a company focused on enhancing the operational capabilities of restaurants through a comprehensive engagement platform. It provides cloud-based marketing and analytics tools that empower restaurants to manage their digital presence effectively. By utilizing AI-powered automation, Momos addresses key challenges faced by modern eateries, such as digital marketing management, reputation management, content management, and data analytics. This enables restaurants to analyze their performance across various online channels, ultimately helping them maximize revenue and foster growth. By modernizing the food and beverage industry, Momos supports restaurants in adapting to the digital landscape and improving their overall business strategies.
Apeel Sciences
Series E in 2021
Apeel Sciences produces products including avocados, apples, mangos, cucumbers, and citrus protected by plants. They support the plant’s natural ability to protect against environmental stress by maintaining moisture and reducing oxidation.
Mohjo
Seed Round in 2021
Mohjo is an online retailer specializing in almond milk products that include unsweetened, sweetened, and chocolate varieties. The company focuses on producing clean dairy alternatives, emphasizing the absence of additives, fillers, and oils in its offerings. By incorporating natural ingredients such as nuts, roots, and fruits, Mohjo aims to provide consumers with healthy, environmentally friendly choices that contribute positively to both personal health and the planet.
Next Gen Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meat products. Its plant-based products look and taste like meat and are developed using agricultural food ecosystems helping consumers to have foods that are rich in protein and nutrients. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Singapore.
WeRide
Series C in 2021
WeRide is a leading, commercial-stage global company that develops Level 4 autonomous driving technologies. WeRide aims to develop safe and reliable driverless solutions to make mobility and transportation safer, more affordable and accessible. WeRide is conducting autonomous driving R&D, tests and operations in over 25 cities around the world. As the pioneer leader in autonomous technologies and services, WeRide has stepped up to the commercial stage in operations. WeRide offers an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Robobus, Robovan, Robosweeper and ADAS, providing smart services in online ride-hailing, on-demand transport, urban logistics, sanitation services and acting as a solution provider. Established in 2017, WeRide is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, and has expanded its R&D and operation centers to Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Zhengzhou, Nanjing, Wuhan, and Anqing, as well as San Francisco in the US. WeRide has formed strategic partnerships with leading global OEMs and Tier 1 supplier including Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, Yutong Group, GAC Group, Bosch, etc.
Esco Lifesciences
Series A in 2021
Esco Lifesciences Group specializes in providing technology-based products and services tailored for the life sciences and healthcare sectors. The company supports a range of activities, including academic research, scientific discovery, clinical practice, and biopharmaceutical research and development. By offering innovative solutions, Esco Lifesciences aims to facilitate the invention, discovery, and commercialization of advancements in these fields, ultimately contributing to improved health and safety for individuals.
GOOD Meat
Venture Round in 2021
GOOD Meat is a subsidiary of Eat Just that provides cell-based meat instead of slaughtered livestock. The company offers cultured meat, the process of making sustainable and safe meat from animal cells instead of slaughtered animals.
Next Gen Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Next Gen Foods is a food-tech startup that offers plant-based meat products. Its plant-based products look and taste like meat and are developed using agricultural food ecosystems helping consumers to have foods that are rich in protein and nutrients. The company was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Singapore.
Redefine Meat
Series A in 2021
Redefine Meat Ltd. is a company that specializes in producing animal-free meat alternatives, primarily focusing on replicating the texture, flavor, and overall experience of traditional beef products. Utilizing proprietary 3D printing technology, digital meat modeling, and innovative food formulations, Redefine Meat creates products that are derived from natural and sustainable ingredients. The company's approach caters to meat distributors, restaurants, and retailers, providing a more efficient and ethical way to produce meat without the use of animals. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, Redefine Meat aims to transform the meat industry by offering high-quality plant-based alternatives that appeal to both consumers and businesses.
Grab
Series A in 2021
Grab Holdings Inc., headquartered in Singapore, operates a mobile technology platform that integrates city transportation and various on-demand services in Southeast Asia. The company, founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, offers services such as ride-hailing (GrabTaxi, GrabCar), carpooling (GrabHitch, GrabShare), shuttle services (GrabShuttle, GrabShuttle Plus), and food delivery through its GrabFood platform. Grab also provides financial services, including payments, consumer loans, and enterprise offerings. It operates in eight countries: Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Grab generates revenue by charging commissions to both consumers and service providers, with ride-hailing and food delivery contributing to 89% of its total revenue. The company competes with Foodpanda and Gojek in the region.
Grab Financial Group
Series A in 2021
Grab Financial Group provides financial services across payments, rewards, lending, and insurance. A seamless point-of-sale (POS) system for merchants and a trusted mobile wallet of choice in Southeast Asia for payments such as in-store purchases, Grab transactions, and fund transfers.
Busbud
Series C in 2020
Busbud, Inc. offers an online platform for booking intercity bus travel, enabling users to search, compare, and purchase tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company provides extensive travel information, including schedules, prices, reviews, and amenities, through its website and mobile application. Busbud aggregates bus schedules from over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, allowing travelers to plan their trips in multiple languages and currencies. The platform aims to simplify the travel experience by helping users find the best prices and options that suit their needs, while also providing customer support to enhance the booking experience.
Qapita
Seed Round in 2020
Qapita is a software-as-a-service platform that specializes in equity and transaction management services. The company offers an equity management platform that facilitates the management of capitalization tables, employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), and the digital issuance of ESOPs. This platform is designed to assist equity stakeholders in efficiently managing their holdings throughout South and Southeast Asia. By digitizing these processes, Qapita aims to streamline the complexities associated with equity management, enabling users to work more effectively and with greater accuracy.
INTELLLEX
Venture Round in 2020
Intelllex is a knowledge management platform specifically designed for law firms, enabling them to effectively utilize their dormant data and uncover valuable insights. The platform combines an intelligent search engine with a comprehensive knowledge management system, facilitating easy access to internal expertise and enhancing collaboration among legal professionals. Intelllex's enterprise solution helps law firms analyze their legal work by automatically extracting and organizing essential metadata, which ensures compliance and improves efficiency. By providing a secure repository for institutional knowledge, Intelllex empowers law firms to better understand their capabilities and expertise, ultimately enhancing their overall productivity and effectiveness in legal practice.
Validus Capital
Series B in 2020
Validus Capital is a fintech company focused on providing growth financing to underserved small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the ASEAN region, including Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. The company utilizes data and artificial intelligence to enhance the financing process, facilitating access to secured short-term and medium-term credit. Through its online marketplace, Validus employs a peer-to-peer lending model that connects SMEs with accredited investors, enabling businesses to secure financing efficiently while minimizing costs associated with financial intermediation. Validus is committed to driving inclusive economic growth by partnering with corporations to support SME ecosystems and holds regulatory licenses from authorities such as the Monetary Authority of Singapore and Indonesia's OJK.
Amai Proteins
Seed Round in 2020
Amai Proteins is focused on revolutionizing the food and beverage industry by developing healthy and flavorful protein ingredients, particularly as sugar substitutes. The company specializes in Sweet Designer Proteins derived from naturally occurring sweet proteins found in the equatorial region. Using Agile Integrative Computational Protein Design and precision fermentation, Amai aims to create hyper-sweet designer proteins that are not only tasty and stable but also sustainable and cost-effective. This innovative approach enables the mass production of these protein ingredients, catering to the growing demand for healthier alternatives in the food market.
Horangi
Series B in 2020
Horangi Pte Ltd. is a cybersecurity company based in Singapore, founded in 2016. The firm develops a range of security software and services designed to protect organizations of all sizes with enterprise-grade technology in the cloud. Its integrated cybersecurity platform includes products such as Horangi Scanner, Hunter, and Storyfier, which facilitate rapid incident response and threat detection. Supported by a team of CREST-certified global cybersecurity experts, Horangi aims to enhance clients' cybersecurity by automatically detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats while providing clear reporting to mitigate data security risks. The company serves a diverse clientele across various industries from multiple offices worldwide.
Ethos Partners
Acquisition in 2019
Ethos Partners is an early-stage venture investment firm based in Singapore that focuses on investing in companies across Asia. The firm aims to support innovative startups and emerging businesses by providing them with the necessary capital and resources to grow and succeed in competitive markets. Through its investments, Ethos Partners seeks to identify and nurture promising ventures that have the potential for significant impact and returns.
StockViva
Seed Round in 2019
StockViva is a developer and provider of an online platform that offers trading, real-time investment analysis, and educational services focused on stock investment. Catering primarily to the Asian market, the platform specializes in Hong Kong stocks but also covers US stocks, foreign exchange, warrants, options, bonds, and commodities. StockViva delivers investment tips, market analysis, and trend insights, allowing users to capitalize on market opportunities without the need for constant monitoring. The company has garnered investment from prominent backers, including the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund and K3 Ventures. Managed by a team with experience from major financial institutions such as UBS, KPMG, and JP Morgan, StockViva is rapidly expanding its presence in the investment analysis sector.
SOCASH
Series A in 2018
SOCASH Pte Ltd. is a digital platform that facilitates cash transactions through its application, enabling users to withdraw and deposit cash at local merchants or neighborhood shops. By allowing users to place orders for cash, SOCASH enhances cash circulation without relying on traditional ATMs or bank branches. This service not only provides convenience for users but also offers neighborhood shop owners an opportunity to increase foot traffic and earn additional income. Founded in 2016 and based in Singapore, SOCASH has expanded its operations to include markets in Indonesia and Malaysia, positioning itself at the intersection of cash and digital payments.
ByteDance
Series E in 2018
ByteDance is a technology company that develops and operates a range of content platforms, most notably TikTok and Douyin. It aims to enhance user experiences through innovative technology, allowing individuals to connect, create, and consume content seamlessly. The company specializes in mobile applications that cater to online media, entertainment, and social networking, leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver personalized content that aligns with users' preferences. In addition to its flagship platforms, ByteDance provides tools that facilitate content creation and collaboration, reflecting its commitment to enriching lives through technology.
CU-BX
Series B in 2018
CU-BX is a health analytics platform focused on enhancing driver safety and in-cabin comfort through advanced monitoring solutions. The company specializes in high-accuracy measurements of critical driver health parameters, including fatigue, stress, and overall comfort levels. Utilizing patented technology, CU-BX's systems deliver precise data regardless of varying road and lighting conditions and are unaffected by clothing or accessories. The platform supports various automotive players, including original equipment manufacturers and component suppliers, by providing driver monitoring systems and aftermarket solutions. CU-BX augments traditional dashcam data with advanced sensors capable of detecting vital signs such as heart rate and respiratory rate, facilitating improved fleet management and safer driving experiences.
Reap
Convertible Note in 2018
Reap Technologies Ltd., established in 2018 and headquartered in Hong Kong, specializes in developing and providing software solutions and platforms for businesses. Its core offerings include cash flow management, instant credit access, and rebate earnings. Reap also facilitates SME loans using external capital, driven by data and technology. The company's platform enables businesses of all sizes to access and manage finances, with features such as a card issuing API for secure credit card programs and expense management software. Reap empowers businesses to control their finances and streamline operations, with a team of over 50 working across multiple countries.
Logivan
Series A in 2018
LOGIVAN Technologies JSC is a Vietnamese technology company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Hanoi. It specializes in cargo transportation services between the northern and southern provinces of Vietnam by connecting small and medium-sized shippers with a network of truckers. The company offers innovative solutions such as LOGIVAN Truck Owner, which facilitates direct connections between truck owners and shipments, and LOGIVAN Shipper, which allows businesses to connect with transport partners. By digitizing the trucking industry, LOGIVAN aims to reduce logistics costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and address the issue of empty return trips by maximizing the utilization of trucks. The company addresses the inefficiencies in Vietnam's transport industry, which experiences logistics costs significantly higher than in other regions, thus striving to enhance the overall capacity of logistics service providers through technology.
Cicil
Series A in 2018
Cicil is a Jakarta-based company that has developed a financing platform specifically aimed at supporting students in managing their educational expenses. The platform facilitates access to education loans, allowing university students to apply for financing to cover tuition fees and necessary purchases, such as laptops. By assisting students in completing application forms and analyzing their credit scores, Cicil streamlines the approval process for financial services. This innovative approach enables students to make purchases on various e-commerce platforms and pay in installments, eliminating the need for a credit card. Cicil's services cater to the financial needs of students and educational institutions, helping them navigate their credit requirements effectively.
Moladin
Seed Round in 2018
Launched in 2017, Moladin operates an e-commerce platform focused on the automotive sector, allowing consumers to access information about used vehicles and purchase them online. The platform serves as a centralized portal for various automotive transactions, connecting users with nearby service workshops, spare part retailers, accessory dealers, and modifiers. By partnering with over 40 dealers and several major financing companies, Moladin offers a range of options and discounts, facilitating easy access to information and funding for motorcycle users and automotive buyers alike.
Carro
Series B in 2018
Carro is an automotive marketplace that offers a full-stack service for all aspects of car ownership. It challenges the traditional way of buying and selling of cars through a proprietary pricing algorithm. Carro also provides a range of services that offer everything a car owner needs throughout their car ownership journeys such as an in-house financing solution warranty options and Singapore’s first on-demand roadside recovery platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Singapore.
Carousell
Funding Round in 2018
Carousell is a Singapore-based classifieds marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of preloved items through its mobile app, available on iOS and Android. Launched in August 2012, the platform allows users to easily list their secondhand goods by simply taking a photo and adding a description, covering a wide array of categories such as fashion, electronics, home goods, and vehicles. Carousell has gained popularity and recognition, ranking as the top shopping app in several regions including Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia. The company has expanded its reach to 19 cities across seven countries, driven by a mission to inspire individuals to start selling and declutter their lives while enabling others to discover savings.
SpaceX
Series I in 2018
SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies, is a space transportation company founded in 2002 by Elon Musk and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and launch of advanced rockets and spacecraft, including notable vehicles such as Falcon Heavy, Dragon, and Starship. SpaceX develops a range of technologies including crew and cargo capsules, rocket engines, and avionics, alongside guidance and control software. A key focus of SpaceX is the creation of partially reusable launch vehicles, such as Falcon 1 and Falcon 9, which aim to reduce the costs associated with space travel. By enabling the transport of cargo, humans, and payloads into space, SpaceX seeks to advance the capabilities and affordability of space exploration and travel.
Ohmyhome
Secondary Market in 2018
Ohmyhome is a property technology company based in Singapore, established in 2016. It operates a comprehensive marketplace that facilitates housing transactions by connecting homeowners directly with home seekers. The platform offers a range of end-to-end property solutions, including brokerage services, home renovation, furnishing services, mortgage referrals, legal assistance, and insurance referrals. By providing these diverse services, Ohmyhome aims to simplify the property transaction process for its customers. The company generates revenue primarily through brokerage services and property management, along with additional income from its emerging services. Overall, Ohmyhome serves as a leading property transaction ecosystem in Singapore.
Lottery.com
Funding Round in 2018
Lottery.com is a lottery ticket management service that enables users to play and monitor lottery games through a secure mobile platform. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company provides access to a variety of sanctioned games globally, including lotteries, sweepstakes, and social impact raffles. By collaborating with state regulators, Lottery.com aims to enhance the lottery industry, generating increased revenues and improving regulatory frameworks. The platform allows users to remotely purchase legally sanctioned lottery tickets in various jurisdictions, reflecting its commitment to responsible gaming and transparency. Through its services, Lottery.com also supports fundraising for social causes and humanitarian efforts, making it a significant player in the lottery industry.
Lomotif
Convertible Note in 2018
Lomotif Pte Ltd, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Singapore, specializes in developing a mobile video editing application. The app is designed to enable users to effortlessly record and share their memories using their smartphones. Lomotif is available on both iOS and Android platforms, making it accessible to a broad audience. The company's mission is to simplify the process of capturing and sharing moments, allowing users to create and distribute videos conveniently while on-the-go.
Igloohome
Series A in 2018
Igloohome Inc. specializes in the manufacture of security locks designed for both residential and commercial use, facilitating property management through innovative technology. The company offers several products, including the igloohome Smart Keybox, which serves short-term rental hosts and property owners, and the Smart Padlock, a remotely-managed security solution that enables convenient access control. Additionally, the Igloohome mobile app allows users to manage various locks, perform Bluetooth unlocks, generate and manage PIN codes, and monitor lock battery status. The Smart Keybox can be accessed via PIN code and Bluetooth. Igloohome markets its products through resellers and online channels. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Singapore.
hiLife Interactive Pte
Funding Round in 2018
HiLife is a condominium lifestyle platform that combines smart home automation with a range of lifestyle services tailored for homeowners in Southeast Asia. The company focuses on enhancing the living experience by offering a mobile app that allows residents to access various conveniences, such as booking fitness classes, finding essential home services, and receiving curated content. By digitalizing aspects of property management—including facility bookings, maintenance fee payments, and visitor management—HiLife enables property developers and management companies to provide efficient and technology-driven services. This approach fosters a deeper relationship with homeowners, extending beyond mere transactions and supporting their lifestyle needs even after moving in.
JD.com
Venture Round in 2018
JD.com, Inc., based in Beijing, is a leading e-commerce company in China, operating through its subsidiaries. It offers a wide array of products, from electronics and apparel to food and healthcare items, through its website and mobile apps. JD.com is notable for its extensive logistics network, JD Logistics, which provides efficient and reliable delivery services. The company also operates JD Health, a prominent online healthcare platform offering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and online consultations. JD.com's unique selling proposition lies in its self-operated logistics network, ensuring speedy and reliable delivery, and its commitment to providing authentic products. As of 2022, JD.com's gross merchandise volume (GMV) was comparable to Pinduoduo's, but still lower than Alibaba's.
Renova Therapeutics
Series D in 2017
Renova Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical research company focused on developing innovative gene and peptide therapies for chronic conditions, particularly congestive heart failure and type 2 diabetes. The company leverages proprietary research to create a unique platform of therapeutics and delivery systems that aim to provide effective treatments in a single dose. Their investigational gene therapies are grounded in validated scientific mechanisms, allowing medical professionals to address these serious health issues more effectively. Through its work, Renova Therapeutics seeks to advance the treatment landscape for patients suffering from chronic diseases.
Barghest Building Performance
Funding Round in 2017
Barghest Building Performance Pte Ltd. specializes in energy optimization solutions for various sectors, including hospitality, industrial, office, and retail, primarily in Singapore. The company focuses on enhancing HVAC systems to improve the efficiency of existing equipment, leading to measurable and sustainable energy savings. Barghest offers cloud-based remote monitoring and data analytics modules that support facilities management at both portfolio and asset levels. Additionally, the firm provides value-added maintenance services, including regular servicing of fan coil units, air handling units, pumps, and cooling towers, along with building automation system monitoring and green mark services. Established in 2012, Barghest Building Performance has expanded its operations to include offices in Petaling Jaya and Penang, Malaysia, and Shanghai, China.
iflix
Secondary Market in 2017
iFlix Sdn Bhd is a digital entertainment service provider based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, founded in 2014. The company caters to consumers in various countries including Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, and several others across the Middle East and North Africa. iFlix offers a comprehensive library of content, including TV shows, movies, hyperlocal originals, live sports, and news, allowing users to stream or download their preferred entertainment. The service features a diverse range of genres, including comedy, drama, K-drama, Turkish drama, Bollywood, and Nollywood, sourced from Hollywood, the UK, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Subscribers benefit from unlimited access to this extensive content library for a low monthly fee, enabling them to watch on multiple devices such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and televisions, thereby enhancing accessibility and convenience. As of June 2020, iFlix operates as a subsidiary of Tencent Holdings Limited.
Tarana Wireless
Funding Round in 2017
Tarana Wireless, Inc. is focused on the research, development, and commercialization of non-line-of-sight (NLoS) wireless transport solutions. Its flagship product, AbsoluteAir 2 (AA2), offers advanced capabilities such as deterministic True NLOS performance, extensive coverage, and high spectral efficiency. The company provides a comprehensive solution, including installation services by construction-grade crews and a carrier-class element management system for configuring and monitoring AA2 nodes. Tarana's technology supports a variety of applications, including small-cell backhaul, wireless fiber extension, and residential broadband access, catering primarily to tier-1 operators globally. Founded in 2009, the company is headquartered in Milpitas, California, with additional offices in Berkeley and Pune, India.
Nio
Series D in 2017
Nio is a Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer that designs, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles globally. Founded in 2014, Nio offers a range of SUVs with varying seating capacities, along with innovative charging solutions such as battery swapping services and mobile charging trucks. The company also provides value-added services like insurance packages, maintenance, and roadside assistance. Nio collaborates with industry leaders for autonomous driving technologies and manufactures its vehicles through strategic partnerships. As of 2023, Nio has sold over 160,000 electric vehicles in China alone, capturing approximately 2% of the market share for new energy passenger vehicles.
StockViva
Seed Round in 2017
StockViva is a developer and provider of an online platform that offers trading, real-time investment analysis, and educational services focused on stock investment. Catering primarily to the Asian market, the platform specializes in Hong Kong stocks but also covers US stocks, foreign exchange, warrants, options, bonds, and commodities. StockViva delivers investment tips, market analysis, and trend insights, allowing users to capitalize on market opportunities without the need for constant monitoring. The company has garnered investment from prominent backers, including the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund and K3 Ventures. Managed by a team with experience from major financial institutions such as UBS, KPMG, and JP Morgan, StockViva is rapidly expanding its presence in the investment analysis sector.
Airbnb
Secondary Market in 2017
Airbnb, Inc., established in 2007, operates a global online platform that connects hosts offering accommodations with guests seeking short-term stays. Its diverse listings range from private rooms and luxury villas to unique stays and boutique hotels, totaling over 8 million active listings worldwide. Airbnb facilitates bookings and provides management tools for both hosts and guests, generating revenue through transaction fees. As of 2023, North America contributes to 50% of its revenue.
BeMyGuest
Series A in 2017
BeMyGuest is a Singapore-based startup that organizes local tours and activities. Its website features a comparison tool for the tours and activities that are listed on the site.The company was founded by Clement Wong in March 2012.
Gojek
Series E in 2017
PT Aplikasi Karya Anak Bangsa, commonly known as Gojek, is a mobile application-based platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company initially operated a motorcycle taxi fleet but has since evolved into a comprehensive Super App, offering a wide range of services including food delivery, transportation, digital payments, shopping, and various on-demand services such as massages. Launched in 2015, Gojek has rapidly become the largest consumer transactional technology group in Southeast Asia, driven by its commitment to speed, innovation, and social impact. The platform aims to empower the informal sector in the region while catering to diverse markets, including logistics, food, and entertainment.
ByteDance
Series D in 2017
ByteDance is a technology company that develops and operates a range of content platforms, most notably TikTok and Douyin. It aims to enhance user experiences through innovative technology, allowing individuals to connect, create, and consume content seamlessly. The company specializes in mobile applications that cater to online media, entertainment, and social networking, leveraging artificial intelligence to deliver personalized content that aligns with users' preferences. In addition to its flagship platforms, ByteDance provides tools that facilitate content creation and collaboration, reflecting its commitment to enriching lives through technology.
Rekosistem
Rekosistem is a climate-tech company specializing in waste management and recycling services. It optimizes the waste value chain by processing vegetable organic waste into compost. The company facilitates waste collection, segregation, and processing, integrating digitally with household and business waste pickup. It also encourages inorganic waste disposal through incentives, enabling both individuals and businesses to manage waste efficiently while promoting sustainability.
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