AsiaConnect Team

Building Sustainable Cities with Startups: An Exclusive Interview with Plug and Play’s Kishore Ravichandran

In a world where urbanization is rapidly increasing, the quest for sustainable cities has become more urgent than ever. As…

Japan’s SmartHR Raises $140M Series E as Strong Demand for HR Tech Boosts its ARR to $100M

SmartHR, a prominent player in the Japanese HR technology sector, has successfully raised $140 million in its Series E funding…

Preserving Heritage: The Rise of Evergreen County in Coorg

In the heart of Karnataka’s Coorg district, nestled amidst verdant hills and pristine wilderness, lies Evergreen County—a sanctuary crafted by…

Investing GIC Funds ‘Not the Solution’ to Boost SG Equity Market: Minister’s Perspective

Singapore’s equity market has been a topic of discussion regarding strategies to stimulate growth and attract investments. Recently, concerns have…

SG Loyalty Platform Raises $2.6 Million in Seed Funding to Offer Users Free Vacations

A groundbreaking startup, SG Loyalty Platform, has recently secured $2.6 million in seed funding, aiming to revolutionize the way consumers…

Ninja Van’s Second Round of Layoffs: Impact on Tech Roles

Ninja Van, a prominent logistics and delivery service provider in Southeast Asia, has recently announced a second round of layoffs…

Figma launches redesigned platform, AI-powered features

Figma, a pioneer in collaborative interface design software, has recently unveiled its redesigned platform enriched with AI-powered features, marking a…

GXS Bank Receives S$229.5 Million Capital Injection from Backers Singtel and Grab

In a significant development for Singapore’s financial sector, GXS Bank has secured a substantial capital injection amounting to S$229.5 million.…

Malaysian Interior Design Marketplace Homa2u Secures $1.5M in Pre-Series

Homa2u, a Malaysian interior design marketplace, has successfully raised $1.5 million in a pre-Series A funding round. This milestone underscores…

Philippe Auberger Brings Executive Expertise to SiCepat as COO

SiCepat, one of Indonesia’s fastest-growing logistics companies, has appointed Philippe Auberger as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). Auberger, former Lazada…