Startups

Microsoft Startups Founders Hub generally available and eased the eligibility criteria for the program, providing benefits such as funding.

Penang government launched its fourth seed fund of RM1 million for tech startups in Malaysia. Penang i4.0 Seed Fund initiative started in 2018.

US high performance chip maker Nvidia it has landed more deals with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers that want to use the company’s technology.

Microsoft helping Malaysian startups to learn and build a solid cloud foundation with Microsoft Azure in Malaysia, providing resources and training.

Petronas is inviting Malaysian startups to participate in the second edition of its technology accelerator programme, Petronas FutureTech 2.0.

Startups in Indonesia, along with micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of the business landscape in Southeast Asia’s (SEA).

The Dana Penjana Nasional programme raised RM850mil for its first close at end-May 2021, exceeding the target of RM228mil by RM622mil or 3.7 times.

Hiro Capital led investments totaling $6.4 million in Twin Suns and FRVR. They’re both part of Hiro Capital’s push to invest in variety of game studios.

Ubisoft launched the sixth season for its Entrepreneurs Lab, with 11 startups taking part in the program for innovation in games and tech.

Amazon India on Sunday announced the launch of its “Mentor Connect” programme for thousands of startups and emerging brands.