Venture capital
New MAS-MTI Growth Capital Workgroup aims to close gap between private capital and public listings
Led by Chee Hong Tat, the group includes top executives from GIC, Temasek and DBS, along with public and private sector representatives
Apac fintech investment down 20.5% in 2025; venture capital investment hits decade-low
India is a major driver of investment activity in the region despite a sharp decline
Vietnam-Singapore partnership seen as catalyst for scaling sustainable innovation
Singapore-backed initiatives such as UniVentures strengthen bilateral ties by preparing Vietnamese startups for regional expansion
South-east Asia M&A deal value drops 16% in 2025, diverging from broader Apac rebound: Bain
The broader Asia-Pacific strategic deal market has grown 33% in value
From reset to readiness: South-east Asian capital markets in 2026
The year 2025 offered early signals on AI, governance and liquidity, showing where disciplined capital is heading next
Realities that will shape the South-east Asia VC playbook for years to come
While the funding winter persists, the region’s fundamentals and strategic advantages have never been more compelling
When AI stands for augmented intelligence
By using technology to expose human blind spots, we can improve decision-making – but only if we ensure these systems remain transparent and accountable
Private equity and venture capital face tougher fundraising in 2025, with uneven exit recovery: Preqin report
Europe and Asia-Pacific lag North America on both fronts
January Capital’s private credit fund marks final close at over US$130 million
The fund offers growth-stage, sponsor-backed tech firms in Apac less-dilutive financing through senior secured loans
How AI is forcing VCs to rethink their timelines
[SINGAPORE] There’s a lot of talk about how much generative AI has changed the startup game, but what’s less discussed is the extent of the sector’s impact on venture capital itself.
