Marketnode
Series A in 2024
Marketnode is a joint venture between SGX Group and Temasek, serving as a digital markets infrastructure provider in the Asia-Pacific region. The company operates two primary platforms: Gateway and Fundnode. Gateway is designed as a comprehensive platform that enhances market participants' workflows by streamlining processes, reducing time to market, and leveraging the benefits of tokenisation. Fundnode functions as Singapore’s blockchain-based investment fund utility, offering a centralized platform for transaction management, fund processing, and record-keeping within the funds ecosystem. Marketnode focuses on integrating smart contracts and ledger technologies to enhance capital markets workflows, collaborating with fixed-income issuance platforms to improve post-trade and asset servicing. The company also addresses the growing demand for diverse asset classes, including funds and sustainable finance, facilitating a complete issuance-to-settlement network for bonds in Asia.
Leapfrog Investments
Private Equity Round in 2023
LeapFrog Investments, established in 2007, is a London-based private equity firm that focuses on growth-stage investments in the financial services and healthcare sectors. It primarily targets emerging markets, including Africa and Asia, with a particular emphasis on countries like Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. The firm invests in businesses that provide essential financial and healthcare products and services, such as insurance, pensions, savings, credit, mobile payments, and medical products distribution. LeapFrog typically invests between $10 million and $50 million, aiming for both minority and majority stakes, and expects to exit its investments within four to seven years through IPOs, trade sales, or secondary sales.
Sociolla
Venture Round in 2022
Sociolla is an online beauty and personal care shopping platform based in Indonesia, focused on providing a wide range of authentic cosmetics, skincare, haircare, beauty equipment, and perfumes. Established to create a comfortable and reliable shopping experience for women, Sociolla partners exclusively with authorized distributors and brand holders to ensure the authenticity and quality of its products. The platform features an extensive selection of items, including lip gloss, serums, lipsticks, eyeshadow palettes, hair oils, face masks, and perfumes, all available for home delivery. By prioritizing product quality, Sociolla aims to meet the beauty needs of its customers effectively.
Well-Link Tech
Series B in 2022
Well-Link is a cloud rendering solutions provider with headquarters in Singapore.
Whale provides an omnichannel marketing platform that transforms marketing operations, digitalizes store operations and unifies offline & online brand experiences leveraging AI + IoT + Big Data to “Connect Brands with Customer”. Founded in 2017, Whale has since empowered 1000+ global FMCG, F&B, Fashion and Automotive brands including P&G, Unilever, Starbucks, UNIQLO, ARMANI, Watsons, Xiaomi, Midea, Lotus, POP MART etc. with over 150,000 stores across APAC, enabling brands to embrace the full potential of digital transformation. Equipped with AI capabilities, patented ReID technology and enterprise-grade security, Whale platforms comprising of Space Data Platform (SDP), Whale Marketing Cloud (WMC), Whale Open Platform (WOP) and Whale Analytics, serve as the end-to-end digitalization engine that enables brands to seamlessly engage with each customer. Whale is backed by Temasek Holding, NIO Capital, Source Code Capital, Linear Capital, Alpha Commune, BAI Capital and The Jiangmen, with 6 offices across Singapore, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen.
Waresix is a logistics platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, that specializes in freight forwarding, warehousing, and land transportation. The platform facilitates the connection between business owners and professional warehouse operators, allowing users to access on-demand warehouse services. Waresix addresses the growing demand for flexible warehousing solutions, particularly in the expanding e-commerce market. By matching unused warehouse space with businesses in need, the platform enables clients—including retailers, distributors, and manufacturers—to effectively manage inventory, adapt to variable demand, and streamline operations through features such as documentation management and billing.
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.
iCapital Network
Venture Round in 2021
iCapital Network is a fintech platform for alternative investments and investors. It has transformed the way the wealth management, banking, and asset management industries facilitate access to private markets investments for their high-net-worth clients by providing intuitive, end-to-end technology and service solutions. Wealth management firms use iCapital’s solutions to provide clients with quality funds at lower minimums and simplified digital workflows. Asset managers, RIAs, and banks leverage iCapital’s technology to streamline and scale their alternative investments operational infrastructure. Additionally, the iCapital ‘flagship’ platform offers wealth advisors and their high-net-worth client's access to a curated menu of private equity, private credit, hedge funds, structured investments, and other alternatives to help meet their investing needs for return and diversification. iCapital’s research and diligence team offers robust analysis alongside the firm’s extensive suite of advisor education, compliance, portfolio management, and portfolio analytics tools and services. iCapital has been recognized on the Forbes FinTech 50 list each year from 2018 through 2002, the Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers in 2021 and 2022, and MMI/Barron’s Industry Awards as Solutions Provider of the Year in 2020 and 2021. As of May 31, 2022, iCapital services more than US$130 billion in global client assets, of which more than US$30 billion are from international investors (non-US Domestic), across more than 1,035 funds. Employing more than 800 people globally, iCapital is headquartered in NYC and has offices worldwide including in Zurich, London, Lisbon, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Toronto.
ONE Championship
Venture Round in 2021
ONE Championship is Asia's largest sports media property with a global broadcast to over 1 billion potential viewers across 128 countries. Headquartered in Singapore, the world’s most exciting martial arts organization is home to some of the greatest martial artists in the world, hosting Asia's greatest sports entertainment events in the largest stadiums of the most iconic cities across the region.
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.
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.
J&T Express
Private Equity Round in 2021
J&T Express is a logistics service provider founded in 2015 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company specializes in express delivery and courier services, primarily supporting the growth of the e-commerce sector. J&T Express operates in 13 countries across Southeast Asia, positioning itself as a leader in the region's express delivery market. By utilizing automated sorting warehouses in Indonesia and Singapore, J&T Express enhances operational efficiency and speed. The company caters to major e-commerce platforms, facilitating their expansion into new markets and contributing to the rapid development of its partners.
RWDC Industries
Series B in 2021
RWDC Industries Ltd is a Singapore-based company that specializes in the development and manufacture of medium chain length polyhydroxyalkanoate (mcl-PHA) biopolymers. Founded in 2015, RWDC produces biodegradable bioplastics suitable for a variety of applications, including food and beverage packaging, cutlery, drinking straws, cup lids, and even diapers. The company’s mcl-PHA biopolymers are derived from the bacterial fermentation of plant-based oils or sugars and are certified to fully biodegrade in soil, water, and marine environments, leaving no toxic residue. RWDC aims to provide sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics, allowing businesses to transition to more environmentally friendly materials while meeting their sustainability goals.
SaladStop!
Series B in 2021
SaladStop! is a leader in the healthy food movement in Singapore, focused on providing nutritious and delicious options such as salads, wraps, grain bowls, and smoothies. With a commitment to homemade food free from artificial flavors and coloring, the company prioritizes nutritional transparency and climate-positive choices for consumers. Currently, SaladStop! operates 23 outlets in Singapore and Manila and is expanding its reach to Indonesia and Japan, aligning with its vision of becoming a global leader in nutrition, health, and wellness.
GoTo Group
Funding Round in 2021
GoTo Group is an Indonesian technology company formed by the merger of Gojek and Tokopedia in May 2021. It integrates e-commerce, ride-hailing, delivery, and financial services into a single platform, primarily serving the Indonesian market. In 2024, GoTo divested its e-commerce business, partnering with TikTok Indonesia to create a new entity. Following this change, the company is expected to see its on-demand services generate the majority of its revenue, while its financial services begin to grow. Before the divestment, a significant portion of its non-financial services revenue was derived from e-commerce activities, and the company plans to expand its offerings to include loans and buy now, pay later options, enhancing its overall service ecosystem.
ShopBack is a leading online shopping platform in Southeast Asia that focuses on enhancing consumer purchasing decisions through cashback and rewards. Operating in several countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Taiwan, the company facilitates over 1,000 orders per hour by offering up to 30% cashback on purchases made through its platform. With a portfolio of over 1,300 merchant partners such as Uber, Expedia, and Lazada, ShopBack provides consumers with curated deals while simultaneously delivering effective marketing solutions for its business partners. The company is recognized for its impact in the industry, having received multiple awards, including accolades for Best Start-up and Best Innovative Infocomm Products at the Singapore Infocomm Technology Federation Awards, as well as the Emerging Enterprise Award, highlighting its role in enriching the shopping experience for consumers.
Allay Therapeutics
Series C in 2021
Allay Therapeutics is focused on developing innovative solutions for post-surgical pain management, aiming to enhance patient recovery experiences. The company utilizes a proprietary technology platform that integrates validated non-opioid analgesics with biopolymers to create dissolvable therapeutics. These products are designed to deliver targeted pain relief over extended periods, significantly surpassing the duration of existing pain treatments. Allay's lead investigational product, ATX101, is currently undergoing evaluation in a Phase 2 clinical study for total knee arthroplasty surgeries. With a diverse team of entrepreneurs, scientists, and clinicians based in the San Francisco Bay Area and Singapore, Allay Therapeutics seeks to address the limitations of conventional pain management approaches, particularly the challenges associated with opioid use.
Whale provides an omnichannel marketing platform that transforms marketing operations, digitalizes store operations and unifies offline & online brand experiences leveraging AI + IoT + Big Data to “Connect Brands with Customer”. Founded in 2017, Whale has since empowered 1000+ global FMCG, F&B, Fashion and Automotive brands including P&G, Unilever, Starbucks, UNIQLO, ARMANI, Watsons, Xiaomi, Midea, Lotus, POP MART etc. with over 150,000 stores across APAC, enabling brands to embrace the full potential of digital transformation. Equipped with AI capabilities, patented ReID technology and enterprise-grade security, Whale platforms comprising of Space Data Platform (SDP), Whale Marketing Cloud (WMC), Whale Open Platform (WOP) and Whale Analytics, serve as the end-to-end digitalization engine that enables brands to seamlessly engage with each customer. Whale is backed by Temasek Holding, NIO Capital, Source Code Capital, Linear Capital, Alpha Commune, BAI Capital and The Jiangmen, with 6 offices across Singapore, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen.
iCapital Network
Series C in 2021
iCapital Network is a fintech platform for alternative investments and investors. It has transformed the way the wealth management, banking, and asset management industries facilitate access to private markets investments for their high-net-worth clients by providing intuitive, end-to-end technology and service solutions. Wealth management firms use iCapital’s solutions to provide clients with quality funds at lower minimums and simplified digital workflows. Asset managers, RIAs, and banks leverage iCapital’s technology to streamline and scale their alternative investments operational infrastructure. Additionally, the iCapital ‘flagship’ platform offers wealth advisors and their high-net-worth client's access to a curated menu of private equity, private credit, hedge funds, structured investments, and other alternatives to help meet their investing needs for return and diversification. iCapital’s research and diligence team offers robust analysis alongside the firm’s extensive suite of advisor education, compliance, portfolio management, and portfolio analytics tools and services. iCapital has been recognized on the Forbes FinTech 50 list each year from 2018 through 2002, the Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers in 2021 and 2022, and MMI/Barron’s Industry Awards as Solutions Provider of the Year in 2020 and 2021. As of May 31, 2022, iCapital services more than US$130 billion in global client assets, of which more than US$30 billion are from international investors (non-US Domestic), across more than 1,035 funds. Employing more than 800 people globally, iCapital is headquartered in NYC and has offices worldwide including in Zurich, London, Lisbon, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Toronto.
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.
Pine Labs
Venture Round in 2021
Pine Labs is a technology and financial solutions provider focused on enhancing merchant operations and increasing revenue. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates both online and offline transactions, enabling retailers to connect with financial institutions and consumer brands efficiently. Its services include processing easy monthly installment transactions, delivering customer insights for targeted sales, and simplifying payment acceptance. Pine Labs supports over 350,000 POS terminals across 3,700 cities in India and Malaysia, catering to more than 100,000 merchants in diverse sectors such as electronics, food and beverage, fashion, and airlines. The company collaborates with 15 major banks and 7 financial institutions, ensuring a robust ecosystem for retailers to engage and retain customers while minimizing operational complexities and risks.
PT HaloDoc is a digital healthcare platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, established in 2016. The company connects patients with a network of 19,000 licensed doctors and 1,000 certified partner pharmacies through its innovative communication platform. Users can engage with medical professionals via video calls, voice calls, and chat, allowing for real-time consultations and health advice. Additionally, HaloDoc facilitates the ordering of laboratory tests that can be conducted at home, enhancing the convenience of accessing healthcare services. The platform aims to simplify and improve the healthcare experience for patients by providing easy connections to doctors, clinics, and hospitals, as well as offering medical delivery services through its partner pharmacies.
Leapfrog Investments
Private Equity Round in 2021
LeapFrog Investments, established in 2007, is a London-based private equity firm that focuses on growth-stage investments in the financial services and healthcare sectors. It primarily targets emerging markets, including Africa and Asia, with a particular emphasis on countries like Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. The firm invests in businesses that provide essential financial and healthcare products and services, such as insurance, pensions, savings, credit, mobile payments, and medical products distribution. LeapFrog typically invests between $10 million and $50 million, aiming for both minority and majority stakes, and expects to exit its investments within four to seven years through IPOs, trade sales, or secondary sales.
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.
Sociolla is an online beauty and personal care shopping platform based in Indonesia, focused on providing a wide range of authentic cosmetics, skincare, haircare, beauty equipment, and perfumes. Established to create a comfortable and reliable shopping experience for women, Sociolla partners exclusively with authorized distributors and brand holders to ensure the authenticity and quality of its products. The platform features an extensive selection of items, including lip gloss, serums, lipsticks, eyeshadow palettes, hair oils, face masks, and perfumes, all available for home delivery. By prioritizing product quality, Sociolla aims to meet the beauty needs of its customers effectively.
Tokopedia
Series H in 2020
Tokopedia is an Indonesian technology company established in 2019, aimed at democratizing commerce through digital innovation. It operates an online marketplace that allows individuals and businesses to create and manage their online stores without charge. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fashion accessories, beauty and health items, electronics, food, and toys, serving as a comprehensive e-commerce destination for customers. Tokopedia has successfully reached over 99% of districts in Indonesia, empowering more than 10 million merchants and boasting a user base of over 100 million. The company is committed to fostering a Super Ecosystem that facilitates the discovery and initiation of various commerce activities. To support this vision, Tokopedia collaborates with strategic partners across various sectors, including logistics and financial technology, while providing extensive payment options throughout Indonesia. Its contributions have significantly impacted the Indonesian economy, accounting for more than 1% of its growth.
Vinhomes JSC is a prominent real estate development company in Vietnam, specializing in the creation and trading of integrated residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The company focuses on modern shopping malls, offices, and luxury apartments, often designing these facilities as part of cohesive complexes. Vinhomes also emphasizes eco-luxury urban projects, reflecting a commitment to sustainable development. In addition to property development, the company provides real estate management and related services, enhancing its role within the real estate market. Through these efforts, Vinhomes aims to meet the diverse needs of urban dwellers and businesses while contributing to the growth of Vietnam's real estate landscape.
ShopBack is a leading online shopping platform in Southeast Asia that focuses on enhancing consumer purchasing decisions through cashback and rewards. Operating in several countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Taiwan, the company facilitates over 1,000 orders per hour by offering up to 30% cashback on purchases made through its platform. With a portfolio of over 1,300 merchant partners such as Uber, Expedia, and Lazada, ShopBack provides consumers with curated deals while simultaneously delivering effective marketing solutions for its business partners. The company is recognized for its impact in the industry, having received multiple awards, including accolades for Best Start-up and Best Innovative Infocomm Products at the Singapore Infocomm Technology Federation Awards, as well as the Emerging Enterprise Award, highlighting its role in enriching the shopping experience for consumers.
Sunseap Group
Series D in 2020
Sunseap Group is a Singapore-based provider of solar and clean energy solutions, established in 2011. The company specializes in developing and offering cost-effective solar solutions, catering to the diverse energy needs of its clients. Sunseap operates as both a licensed Electricity Wholesaler and Electricity Retailer, which allows it to implement two primary business models: solar leasing and clean electricity supply. The company delivers a comprehensive service that includes project financing, design, installation, and maintenance of grid-connected photovoltaic power plants. By providing an integrated approach to clean energy services, Sunseap aims to facilitate the transition to sustainable energy for businesses and contribute to a greener future.
scommerce asia
Private Equity Round in 2019
Scommerce is a key player in Vietnam's rapidly evolving e-commerce sector, having established itself as a leading integrated logistics provider since its inception in 2012. The company serves millions of merchants and consumers, facilitating efficient product delivery while contributing significantly to job creation within the new economy. Scommerce also recognizes the shift in consumer behavior towards social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, which are increasingly becoming popular online marketplaces. By focusing on technological advancements and investment opportunities in the tech sector, Scommerce aims to enhance its offerings in social commerce and social sourcing, catering to a growing demographic of affluent individuals seeking the latest in technology and innovative business opportunities.
Sociolla is an online beauty and personal care shopping platform based in Indonesia, focused on providing a wide range of authentic cosmetics, skincare, haircare, beauty equipment, and perfumes. Established to create a comfortable and reliable shopping experience for women, Sociolla partners exclusively with authorized distributors and brand holders to ensure the authenticity and quality of its products. The platform features an extensive selection of items, including lip gloss, serums, lipsticks, eyeshadow palettes, hair oils, face masks, and perfumes, all available for home delivery. By prioritizing product quality, Sociolla aims to meet the beauty needs of its customers effectively.
D’Crypt Pte
Acquisition in 2019
D'Crypt Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based company established in 2000 that specializes in the design and development of cryptographic technology and components for clients both locally and internationally. The company offers a range of products, including smart card readers, transaction tokens, cryptographic modules, hardware encryptors, and silicon intellectual property cores, tailored for high-security applications. D'Crypt also provides vulnerability research services encompassing bug-hunting, reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, exploitation, and tool development. Notably, the company has contributed to significant projects, such as the computational and security technology for Singapore's Electronic Road Pricing In-Vehicle Unit. As of September 30, 2019, D'Crypt operates as a subsidiary of Tyree Investments Pte. Ltd.
Calysta, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacture of protein ingredients derived from innovative sources. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional facilities in Houston, London, Stavanger, and Singapore, Calysta focuses on producing nutritional feeds and health products for fish and livestock. The company utilizes a patented fermentation platform that operates without arable land, plant, or animal products, thereby promoting sustainability in food production. Its product line includes FeedKind, FeedKind Net Zero, and Positive Protein, which aim to address the increasing global demand for sustainably produced food while preserving biodiversity. Additionally, Calysta produces industrial chemicals and biofuels from methane, contributing to enhanced food security and the efficient use of resources. The company has established a strategic partnership with Bluestar Adisseo Company to further its mission in the field of cellular agriculture.
BasisAI
Seed Round in 2019
BasisAI is a technology company based in Singapore that develops an artificial intelligence platform aimed at facilitating enterprise growth and managing risk. The company offers the BasisAI Technology Platform, which enables organizations to track data, monitor algorithms, and deploy AI models securely. By leveraging machine intelligence, BasisAI's platform supports financial technology and Internet firms in adopting AI effectively. It focuses on ensuring data provenance, algorithmic integrity, and AI explainability, thereby helping enterprises establish robust structures and frameworks for AI implementation.
ONE Championship
Series D in 2018
ONE Championship is Asia's largest sports media property with a global broadcast to over 1 billion potential viewers across 128 countries. Headquartered in Singapore, the world’s most exciting martial arts organization is home to some of the greatest martial artists in the world, hosting Asia's greatest sports entertainment events in the largest stadiums of the most iconic cities across the region.
SHIELD specializes in online fraud management solutions that assist enterprises in mitigating the risks associated with fraudulent payments and accounts. The company employs advanced technology, including trading algorithms, real-time pattern recognition, and passive biometric analytics, to identify fraudulent behaviors autonomously. SHIELD offers a comprehensive suite of services, including fraud prevention, network security, credit intelligence, and identity verification. It serves a diverse range of industries, including mobile applications, digital wallets, e-commerce, and marketplaces. Trusted by major global enterprises such as Razer, Alibaba, and BEAT, SHIELD safeguards over seven billion devices and protects approximately 500 million user accounts annually. Founded in 2007 and based in Singapore, the company was previously known as CashRun Pte Ltd.
Pine Labs
Secondary Market in 2018
Pine Labs is a technology and financial solutions provider focused on enhancing merchant operations and increasing revenue. The company offers a comprehensive platform that facilitates both online and offline transactions, enabling retailers to connect with financial institutions and consumer brands efficiently. Its services include processing easy monthly installment transactions, delivering customer insights for targeted sales, and simplifying payment acceptance. Pine Labs supports over 350,000 POS terminals across 3,700 cities in India and Malaysia, catering to more than 100,000 merchants in diverse sectors such as electronics, food and beverage, fashion, and airlines. The company collaborates with 15 major banks and 7 financial institutions, ensuring a robust ecosystem for retailers to engage and retain customers while minimizing operational complexities and risks.
Medisix Therapeutics
Series A in 2018
Medisix Therapeutics, established in 2016 and headquartered in Singapore, is an early-stage biotechnology company specializing in cell therapy. It focuses on developing chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies to target and treat T-cell lymphomas and leukemias. The company's technology platform is built upon the pioneering work of Professor Dario Campana, MD, PhD, a renowned expert in translational immunology and the founder of CAR-T cell biology. Medisix's proprietary immune engineering approaches enable the targeting of T cell leukemias and lymphomas using cell therapy.
SenseTime
Series C in 2018
SenseTime Group Limited is an artificial intelligence company specializing in computer vision and deep learning technologies. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the company develops a wide range of AI solutions, including face and body analysis, image and video recognition, autonomous driving technologies, and medical image analysis. SenseTime's proprietary AI infrastructure, SenseCore, supports scalable and efficient AI software platforms tailored for various applications across sectors such as smart cities, intelligent transportation, healthcare, and finance. The company is also active in advancing industry standards related to data security and ethical AI practices, having contributed to numerous national and international guidelines. With a presence in multiple countries, including Japan, Singapore, and several locations in China, SenseTime aims to drive innovation and foster sustainable productivity through its AI technologies.
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.
Viu is a subscription-based video streaming service headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates across 16 markets, predominantly in Asia and the Middle East, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Myanmar, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and recently launched in South Africa. Viu offers a diverse range of content with subtitles in local languages to cater to its global subscriber base.
Calysta, Inc. is a biotechnology company specializing in the development and manufacture of protein ingredients derived from innovative sources. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional facilities in Houston, London, Stavanger, and Singapore, Calysta focuses on producing nutritional feeds and health products for fish and livestock. The company utilizes a patented fermentation platform that operates without arable land, plant, or animal products, thereby promoting sustainability in food production. Its product line includes FeedKind, FeedKind Net Zero, and Positive Protein, which aim to address the increasing global demand for sustainably produced food while preserving biodiversity. Additionally, Calysta produces industrial chemicals and biofuels from methane, contributing to enhanced food security and the efficient use of resources. The company has established a strategic partnership with Bluestar Adisseo Company to further its mission in the field of cellular agriculture.
SMRT Corporation
Acquisition in 2016
SMRT Corporation Ltd is an investment holding company based in Singapore that specializes in multi-modal land transport services, both domestically and internationally. The company operates through various segments, including Rail Operations, which manages the mass rapid transit system and light rapid transit services; Bus Operations, which provides public bus services with a fleet of approximately 1,200 buses; and Taxi Operations, which offers taxi and rental services with around 3,500 taxis. Additionally, SMRT engages in commercial space leasing, advertising, engineering consultancy, and other support services. The company also provides charter hire and maintenance services, and operates an educational institution focused on transport-related training. Founded in 1987, SMRT Corporation Ltd has established itself as a key player in Singapore's transportation landscape.
InnoVen Capital
Acquisition in 2015
InnoVen Capital is a prominent venture lending firm based in Mumbai, India, with additional offices in Singapore and Beijing. Established in 2008, it was re-branded following a buyout by Temasek Holdings and UOB Group in 2015. As the first and largest venture debt provider in India, InnoVen Capital specializes in offering debt financing to high-growth and innovative technology startups across various growth stages and sectors. The firm has a strong credit rating, reflecting its financial stability and reliability. InnoVen Capital has facilitated over 190 loans to more than 150 startups throughout India and Southeast Asia, providing a range of debt capital solutions, including venture debt, acquisition finance, growth loans, and syndication.
Lazada is a leading e-commerce platform operating in Southeast Asia, with a presence in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. It serves as an online shopping and selling destination for over 100,000 local and international sellers, as well as 2,500 brands, connecting them with the region's 560 million consumers. Lazada's marketplace platform is supported by a wide range of tailored marketing, data, and service solutions, ensuring a seamless shopping experience through a vast network of logistics partners and its own first- and last-mile delivery capabilities. It offers multiple payment methods, including cash-on-delivery, extensive customer care, and free returns, enabling a diverse product range from consumer electronics to fashion and sports equipment.
PatSnap is an innovation intelligence platform established in 2007 and based in Singapore. It provides artificial intelligence-driven insights aimed at empowering innovators to make informed decisions throughout the product development lifecycle. Serving over 10,000 customers across more than 50 countries, PatSnap specializes in delivering comprehensive market, technology, and competitive intelligence, alongside patent analysis. Its platform facilitates the identification of new opportunities, assessment of risks, and tracking of competitors, thereby supporting informed R&D decisions and enhancing the commercialization of products.
HotelQuickly
Seed Round in 2013
HotelQuickly is a mobile booking platform that specializes in last-minute hotel reservations, offering travelers a straightforward and efficient way to book affordable accommodations. Founded in December 2012 by a group of five entrepreneurs, the company launched its services in March 2013 across several Asian markets, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Thailand, and quickly expanded to other regions such as Vietnam, Australia, and New Zealand. With a user base of 1.5 million and access to over 200,000 hotels worldwide, HotelQuickly caters to the needs of modern travelers seeking same-day bookings at 3 to 5-star hotels. The company, headquartered in Hong Kong with an additional office in Bangkok, has also integrated other platforms, such as the Japanese app Tonight, to enhance its offerings. Over the years, HotelQuickly has secured $5.6 million in funding, which has fueled its growth and innovation in the competitive travel industry. Its impact and developments have been recognized by various media outlets, highlighting its role in transforming the hotel booking experience.
Soma Networks
Venture Round in 2005
SOMA Networks was the first broadband wireless access company to offer fully converged, all-IP solutions for world-class service providers. SOMA’s FlexMAX Mobile WiMAX System and SoftAir Multimedia Application System provide standards-based, leading-edge technology that enables service providers to: Differentiate themselves with simultaneous multi-megabit and multimedia services Drive revenue using value-added applications to increase average revenue per user (ARPU) Deliver wireline performance over a broadband wireless infrastructure. Revenue-quality voice over IP (VoIP) with fax support, broadband data and video applications are key components of SOMA solutions, as are the company’s award-winning macro base stations and subscriber gateways. SOMA’s all-IP architecture also makes it easy for service providers to integrate their offerings with other IP-based application servers that streamline billing and provisioning. SOMA is a principal member of the WiMAX Forum, and its FlexMAX Mobile WiMAX System supports the 802.16e-2005 Mobile WiMAX standard. With a strong partner ecosystem and world-class investors, SOMA Networks leads the industry in technology, performance, applications and value. Founded in 1999, SOMA Networks is privately held. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in Delhi, Ottawa, Singapore and Toronto.
Whale provides an omnichannel marketing platform that transforms marketing operations, digitalizes store operations and unifies offline & online brand experiences leveraging AI + IoT + Big Data to “Connect Brands with Customer”. Founded in 2017, Whale has since empowered 1000+ global FMCG, F&B, Fashion and Automotive brands including P&G, Unilever, Starbucks, UNIQLO, ARMANI, Watsons, Xiaomi, Midea, Lotus, POP MART etc. with over 150,000 stores across APAC, enabling brands to embrace the full potential of digital transformation. Equipped with AI capabilities, patented ReID technology and enterprise-grade security, Whale platforms comprising of Space Data Platform (SDP), Whale Marketing Cloud (WMC), Whale Open Platform (WOP) and Whale Analytics, serve as the end-to-end digitalization engine that enables brands to seamlessly engage with each customer. Whale is backed by Temasek Holding, NIO Capital, Source Code Capital, Linear Capital, Alpha Commune, BAI Capital and The Jiangmen, with 6 offices across Singapore, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen.