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secondary VC investing

Secondary VC Investing: The Next Big Thing

Investors who want to get in on a startup without waiting for a new fundraise often purchase a stake from existing shareholders, in what’s known as a secondary transaction. SoftBank’s purchase of 15% of Uber is one such example. But the next major opportunity in tech investing, according to a small but growing group of investors, is buying stakes in venture capital funds – offering investors the opportunity to invest in dozens of companies in a portfolio by purchasing the original investor’s stake.

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Investors who want to get in on a startup without waiting for a new fundraise often purchase a stake from existing shareholders, in what’s known as a secondary transaction. SoftBank’s purchase of 15% of Uber is one such example. But the next major opportunity in tech investing, according to a small but growing group of investors, is buying stakes in venture capital funds – offering investors the opportunity to invest in dozens of companies in a portfolio by purchasing the original investor’s stake.

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[ Press Release ] Helixtap Technologies launches world’s only independent digital marketplace for the rubber industry to drive value and opportunities

Singapore, Helixtap Technologies, the independent, digital marketplace for rubber, announces the live launch – using the freemium model – of Helixtap Ecosystem, to drive innovation and value in the rubber industry. Commodity firms currently use outdated technology and operate within closed networks, with smaller players in developing markets unable to access wider audiences or capital

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Singapore, Helixtap Technologies, the independent, digital marketplace for rubber, announces the live launch – using the freemium model – of Helixtap Ecosystem, to drive innovation and value in the rubber industry. Commodity firms currently use outdated technology and operate within closed networks, with smaller players in developing markets unable to access wider audiences or capital

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vietnamese startup ecosystem

Miracle on the Mekong River: The Vietnamese Startup Ecosystem

The Vietnamese startup ecosystem is growing, and growing fast. By STEVE CERVANTES Among the numerous dynamic ecosystems I have worked with in the last 10 years, Vietnam’s whirlwind development bears no comparison.  As recently as five years ago, Vietnam was widely seen as a premier outsourcing destination, but not as a top-tier startup hub.  The

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The Vietnamese startup ecosystem is growing, and growing fast. By STEVE CERVANTES Among the numerous dynamic ecosystems I have worked with in the last 10 years, Vietnam’s whirlwind development bears no comparison.  As recently as five years ago, Vietnam was widely seen as a premier outsourcing destination, but not as a top-tier startup hub.  The

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[ Press Release ] Life Sciences Summer Internship Program 2021 Opens for Applications

Hong Kong Life Sciences Society (HKLSS or the Society) is dedicated to building a dynamic life sciences ecosystem in Hong Kong and attracting, cultivating and retaining talents in local life sciences and biotechnology sectors. With the aim to nurture local life sciences talent and foster technology development, Life Sciences Summer Internship Program, one of the

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Hong Kong Life Sciences Society (HKLSS or the Society) is dedicated to building a dynamic life sciences ecosystem in Hong Kong and attracting, cultivating and retaining talents in local life sciences and biotechnology sectors. With the aim to nurture local life sciences talent and foster technology development, Life Sciences Summer Internship Program, one of the

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Komaza

Solving for Impact: Komaza’s Farming Innovation Model

Centered in the overlap of farming, sustainability, and business, Komaza is a Kenyan startup seizing opportunities for positive change amid the country’s forestry crisis. Agriculture has long been central to developing economies, but it also poses some of the most significant challenges. Deforestation, for one, is a considerable threat to ecological and biodiversity balance. Agriculture

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Centered in the overlap of farming, sustainability, and business, Komaza is a Kenyan startup seizing opportunities for positive change amid the country’s forestry crisis. Agriculture has long been central to developing economies, but it also poses some of the most significant challenges. Deforestation, for one, is a considerable threat to ecological and biodiversity balance. Agriculture

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[Press Release] Technology for Change Week Asia

The UN defines poverty as a lack of access to sufficient food, education and energy. The covid-19 pandemic alone has plunged over 490 million people back into poverty, magnifying inequalities around the world. How can Asia lead the world in harnessing the power of technology for change? Join 700+ leading policymakers, entrepreneurs and decision makers

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The UN defines poverty as a lack of access to sufficient food, education and energy. The covid-19 pandemic alone has plunged over 490 million people back into poverty, magnifying inequalities around the world. How can Asia lead the world in harnessing the power of technology for change? Join 700+ leading policymakers, entrepreneurs and decision makers

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Signal

Switching to Signal? Here’s What You Need to Know About The WhatsApp Rival

Signal, a private encrypted messenger service, is known for its privacy and security features. What makes it a favourite of privacy advocates and tech giants? Ever since WhatsApp updated its privacy policy, a large number of users have been switching to Signal, a private encrypted messenger service. According to WhatsApp’s new privacy policy, which users

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Signal, a private encrypted messenger service, is known for its privacy and security features. What makes it a favourite of privacy advocates and tech giants? Ever since WhatsApp updated its privacy policy, a large number of users have been switching to Signal, a private encrypted messenger service. According to WhatsApp’s new privacy policy, which users

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mobile-apps-industry

Goliath vs Goliath in the Mobile App Industry

Will Epic Games v Apple finally create a level playing field for mobile apps? Every startup beginning its journey is on a quest for market dominance. Yet, a select few firms have done so well in this mission that they now face mounting legal challenges for alleged monopolistic and anticompetitive behavior. This, of course, refers

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Will Epic Games v Apple finally create a level playing field for mobile apps? Every startup beginning its journey is on a quest for market dominance. Yet, a select few firms have done so well in this mission that they now face mounting legal challenges for alleged monopolistic and anticompetitive behavior. This, of course, refers

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[Press Release] HKSTP PARK COMPANIES GARNER TOP ACCOLADES AT THE HONG KONG ICT AWARDS 2020

Partner companies and incubatees from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) won big at the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2020, with a total of 35 awards. Highlights included four partner companies and one incubatee honoured at this year’s awards ceremony by winning five Grand Awards out of eight award categories, as well

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Partner companies and incubatees from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) won big at the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2020, with a total of 35 awards. Highlights included four partner companies and one incubatee honoured at this year’s awards ceremony by winning five Grand Awards out of eight award categories, as well

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Unicorn Club 2020: 8 Startups That Became Indian Unicorns

The latest in the Indian subcontinent’s race to establish itself in the global innovation and tech landscape: here are eight Indian unicorns that worked their way into the billion-dollar club this year. Unicorns have become nothing short of a buzzword in 2020. In a span of seven years, the number of unicorn companies per year

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The latest in the Indian subcontinent’s race to establish itself in the global innovation and tech landscape: here are eight Indian unicorns that worked their way into the billion-dollar club this year. Unicorns have become nothing short of a buzzword in 2020. In a span of seven years, the number of unicorn companies per year

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[Press Release] Silicon Valley-based Founder Institute Launches Pre-Seed Startup Accelerator in Indonesia

Online program aims to help build promising technology companies across cities in Indonesia  The Founder Institute (FI.co), the world’s largest pre-seed accelerator, announced today that it is officially open the registration for a new batch in Indonesia. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 200 cities, the Founder Institute provides high-potential entrepreneurs and teams

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Online program aims to help build promising technology companies across cities in Indonesia  The Founder Institute (FI.co), the world’s largest pre-seed accelerator, announced today that it is officially open the registration for a new batch in Indonesia. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 200 cities, the Founder Institute provides high-potential entrepreneurs and teams

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5 Government-Backed Startup Programs in the Philippines

5 Government-Backed Startup Programs in the Philippines

In an effort to boost the Philippines’ startup scene, the government has launched several programs and initiatives. The Philippines is lagging behind in the startup innovation race. Despite the plethora of talent the local entrepreneurial pool offers, the Philippine startup ecosystem just isn’t enticing enough for those wishing to embark on a business venture. Natasha

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In an effort to boost the Philippines’ startup scene, the government has launched several programs and initiatives. The Philippines is lagging behind in the startup innovation race. Despite the plethora of talent the local entrepreneurial pool offers, the Philippine startup ecosystem just isn’t enticing enough for those wishing to embark on a business venture. Natasha

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It’s not about if, but where they’re going public: Drew Bernstein on Chinese IPOs

It’s been choppy for Chinese IPOs lately. With curveballs such as the U.S. position on Chinese listings and Ant’s failed IPO, the pressure is on Chinese companies to prove trustworthiness to investors, officials, and the market. With the U.S. presidential race ending, Chinese companies are going to feel the impact of a prospective shift in

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It’s been choppy for Chinese IPOs lately. With curveballs such as the U.S. position on Chinese listings and Ant’s failed IPO, the pressure is on Chinese companies to prove trustworthiness to investors, officials, and the market. With the U.S. presidential race ending, Chinese companies are going to feel the impact of a prospective shift in

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Is Being a YouTuber Still Lucrative?

In recent years, YouTube has changed quite a bit – everything from demonetization to algorithmic adjustments – and some YouTubers are not happy.  The word ‘YouTuber’ calls to mind a unique kind of fame and acclaim – one accessible to the people, normal-people antics far divorced from Hollywood glitz and glamour. YouTube’s rise marked an

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In recent years, YouTube has changed quite a bit – everything from demonetization to algorithmic adjustments – and some YouTubers are not happy.  The word ‘YouTuber’ calls to mind a unique kind of fame and acclaim – one accessible to the people, normal-people antics far divorced from Hollywood glitz and glamour. YouTube’s rise marked an

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[Press Release] AVIA closes the year on a high note with its biggest turnout yet for the Asia Video Summit, behind a backdrop of COVID-19, content, collaboration and community.

AVIA closes the year on a high note with its biggest turnout yet for the Asia Video Summit, behind a backdrop of COVID-19, content, collaboration and community. This year’s summit was attended by over 1000 delegates globally and featured the industry’s first hybrid event with live gatherings in both Hong Kong and Singapore. FOR IMMEDIATE

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AVIA closes the year on a high note with its biggest turnout yet for the Asia Video Summit, behind a backdrop of COVID-19, content, collaboration and community. This year’s summit was attended by over 1000 delegates globally and featured the industry’s first hybrid event with live gatherings in both Hong Kong and Singapore. FOR IMMEDIATE

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[Press Release] SGX-Backed Commodities Intelligence Centre sees 20% YoY growth in commodities trading transactions; launches global initiative to boost trade on the back of RCEP

Commodities Intelligence Centre (CIC), a B2B e-trade platform for physical commodities, has announced its plans to groom one Global Commodity Champion from each participating country of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). Since the start of year, CIC’s platform has reported more than 20 per cent increases in customers joining the platform compared to the

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Commodities Intelligence Centre (CIC), a B2B e-trade platform for physical commodities, has announced its plans to groom one Global Commodity Champion from each participating country of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). Since the start of year, CIC’s platform has reported more than 20 per cent increases in customers joining the platform compared to the