VC
These are the most active investors in Southeast Asia’s startups
Which investors are writing the most checks to Southeast Asian startups?
From big tech to cakes: Indonesia’s state VCs retreat to safety
State-owned VCs helped build Indonesia’s startup ecosystem. Now, weak exits, fewer deals, and Danantara are forcing them to rethink their role.
Far from Jakarta, a different kind of VC is thriving
Forget AI startups. These VCs are backing palm oil traders, artisans, and small businesses across Indonesia.
AI fever leaves SEA’s consumer startups fighting for attention
Raising funds as a consumer startup in Southeast Asia is becoming more difficult as VCs favor other sectors. Do these firms still have a place?
Monk’s Hill Ventures shuts down Indonesia office
The office closure ends the firm’s presence in the country after more than a decade.
Indonesia’s new VC rules struggle to win foreign buy-in
The country’s latest VC rules add fresh friction to an already challenged startup ecosystem. Foreign investors are questioning what comes next.
All in on AI – too soon?
We spotlight the VCs investing in – and embracing – AI in Southeast Asia, plus everything you need to know about OpenAI’s newest frontier model.
Inside the AI-powered VC with just three employees
A three-person Singapore VC is embedding AI into nearly every stage of investing, testing whether an AI-native approach can deliver an edge.
The business of adulting
Square Yards, Lama AI, Innovaid, and more raised funds this week.
How I built an AI analyst for my firm, no engineers needed
No code, no engineers – just a weekend. Here’s how to build an AI analyst for your own knowledge-heavy team.



