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Founded in 2014, Desun Capital is the largest private investment firm in Sichuan province. With over RMB 1 billion under management, Desun conducts investments across all stages from seed/angel to IPO. It plans to go public in the next five years and become one of the most influential investment firms in China.
Founded in 2014, Desun Capital is the largest private investment firm in Sichuan province. With over RMB 1 billion under management, Desun conducts investments across all stages from seed/angel to IPO. It plans to go public in the next five years and become one of the most influential investment firms in China.
Verizon Ventures is the venture capital arm of Verizon Communications, the US's largest wireless provider, established in 2000. It invests from Series A to IPO. Verizon Ventures has made more than 100 investments to date and managed 20 exits, including healthcare diagnostics company NantHealth and P2P video content service Streamroot. Recent investments include holographic lighting technology company Light Field Lab's US$28m Series A round and AI-powered mass transportation technology company Optibus's US$40m Series B round.
Verizon Ventures is the venture capital arm of Verizon Communications, the US's largest wireless provider, established in 2000. It invests from Series A to IPO. Verizon Ventures has made more than 100 investments to date and managed 20 exits, including healthcare diagnostics company NantHealth and P2P video content service Streamroot. Recent investments include holographic lighting technology company Light Field Lab's US$28m Series A round and AI-powered mass transportation technology company Optibus's US$40m Series B round.
Founded in 2014, EVERVC is a platform for startups and investors to seek financing and investing opportunities. As of 4Q2015, EVERVC had helped 170 startups to get investment of over RMB 900 million. It has invested in 40 startups, about 16 of which have received follow-up investment from prominent investors such as Matrix Partners China, NewMargin Capital, JD.com and Zhonglu VC.
Founded in 2014, EVERVC is a platform for startups and investors to seek financing and investing opportunities. As of 4Q2015, EVERVC had helped 170 startups to get investment of over RMB 900 million. It has invested in 40 startups, about 16 of which have received follow-up investment from prominent investors such as Matrix Partners China, NewMargin Capital, JD.com and Zhonglu VC.
Co-founded by Chinese celebrity actor Huang Xiaoming in 2016, Ming Capital focuses on the culture, creative, entertainment and consumption-upgrading sectors. Its first round of fundraising was set at about RMB 500 million. Huang is also the board chairman.
Co-founded by Chinese celebrity actor Huang Xiaoming in 2016, Ming Capital focuses on the culture, creative, entertainment and consumption-upgrading sectors. Its first round of fundraising was set at about RMB 500 million. Huang is also the board chairman.
KTB Network is a leading investment firm in South Korea, conducting investments across all stages in South Korea, China and the US. KTB Network is the first South Korean investment firm to enter the Chinese PE/VC market. Since 2000, it has invested in 40+ companies in China.
KTB Network is a leading investment firm in South Korea, conducting investments across all stages in South Korea, China and the US. KTB Network is the first South Korean investment firm to enter the Chinese PE/VC market. Since 2000, it has invested in 40+ companies in China.
KapanLagi Network (KLN) is a media company that was co-founded in 2003 by Steve Christian and Eka Wiharto. Originally launched as KapanLagi.com, it was later expanded with the additions of specialist platforms such as the news portal Merdeka.com and football website Bola.net. KLN later merged with the Fimela Network of lifestyle websites in 2014, transforming the group into one of Indonesia’s major online content and media services player. KLN is 52% owned by Singapore’s MediaCorp, with well-known clients like Bank Mandiri, Telkomsel, Allianz and Nestle.
KapanLagi Network (KLN) is a media company that was co-founded in 2003 by Steve Christian and Eka Wiharto. Originally launched as KapanLagi.com, it was later expanded with the additions of specialist platforms such as the news portal Merdeka.com and football website Bola.net. KLN later merged with the Fimela Network of lifestyle websites in 2014, transforming the group into one of Indonesia’s major online content and media services player. KLN is 52% owned by Singapore’s MediaCorp, with well-known clients like Bank Mandiri, Telkomsel, Allianz and Nestle.
Hongtai Capital Holdings (Aplus Capital)
Well-known entrepreneur Yu Minhong and Sheng Xitai, a senior investment banker, co-founded Aplus Capital in November 2014. In November 2017, Aplus Capital formally changed its name to Hongtai Capital Holdings. By the end of 2018, the assets under its management have amounted to over RMB 20 billion. Hongtai Capital Holdings mainly invests in startups in various stages of growth and focuses on sectors of artificial intelligence, big data, consumer products, entertainment, education, manufacturing and fintech.
Well-known entrepreneur Yu Minhong and Sheng Xitai, a senior investment banker, co-founded Aplus Capital in November 2014. In November 2017, Aplus Capital formally changed its name to Hongtai Capital Holdings. By the end of 2018, the assets under its management have amounted to over RMB 20 billion. Hongtai Capital Holdings mainly invests in startups in various stages of growth and focuses on sectors of artificial intelligence, big data, consumer products, entertainment, education, manufacturing and fintech.
Bunga Citra Lestari is an Indonesian singer and actress who rose to stardom in the mid-2000s with her song “Sunny”. In 2008, she married Malaysian actor Ashraf Sinclair who is also a businessman now based in Indonesia.
Bunga Citra Lestari is an Indonesian singer and actress who rose to stardom in the mid-2000s with her song “Sunny”. In 2008, she married Malaysian actor Ashraf Sinclair who is also a businessman now based in Indonesia.
Being the first investment group in Zhejiang province to list on the NEEQ market, ZSVC has over 30 funds under its management today, amounting to nearly RMB 40 billion. Founded in 2007, it is the major investor for more than 130 Chinese startups across healthcare, media & entertainment, logistic and advanced manufacturing sectors, with more than 30 successful exits. Headquartered in Hangzhou, it has taken its widely acclaimed “Zhejiang Entrepreneur Experience” to a broader world with subsidiaries in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Shenyang and the Silicon Valley.
Being the first investment group in Zhejiang province to list on the NEEQ market, ZSVC has over 30 funds under its management today, amounting to nearly RMB 40 billion. Founded in 2007, it is the major investor for more than 130 Chinese startups across healthcare, media & entertainment, logistic and advanced manufacturing sectors, with more than 30 successful exits. Headquartered in Hangzhou, it has taken its widely acclaimed “Zhejiang Entrepreneur Experience” to a broader world with subsidiaries in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Shenyang and the Silicon Valley.
Founded in 2009, Whales Capital is a venture capital firm under Dazheng Group, one of China’s leading coffee making equipment supplier. Right now, Whales Capital manages three funds, including a cultural industries fund that it co-founded with Ximalaya.
Founded in 2009, Whales Capital is a venture capital firm under Dazheng Group, one of China’s leading coffee making equipment supplier. Right now, Whales Capital manages three funds, including a cultural industries fund that it co-founded with Ximalaya.
CMS Zhiyuan Capital Co Ltd was founded in August 2009. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Securities, with a registered capital of RMB 2.1 billion. Operating as a private equity firm, it is ranked amongst the top private funds in China with assets under management exceeding RMB 20 billion.
CMS Zhiyuan Capital Co Ltd was founded in August 2009. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Merchants Securities, with a registered capital of RMB 2.1 billion. Operating as a private equity firm, it is ranked amongst the top private funds in China with assets under management exceeding RMB 20 billion.
As an early investment fund, Jifu Venture Capital invested in Guangfa Securities, Liaoning Chengda and other companies. It has realized returns of more than 2,000% for its shareholders. Jifu Venture Capital was authorized by the Shenzhen city government in September 2004.
As an early investment fund, Jifu Venture Capital invested in Guangfa Securities, Liaoning Chengda and other companies. It has realized returns of more than 2,000% for its shareholders. Jifu Venture Capital was authorized by the Shenzhen city government in September 2004.
Founded in October 2014 in Hangzhou, Demonow Capital focuses on local early stage internet startups. In order to better serve startups and entrepreneurs, Demonow set up an incubator to provide early stage startups with professional services.
Founded in October 2014 in Hangzhou, Demonow Capital focuses on local early stage internet startups. In order to better serve startups and entrepreneurs, Demonow set up an incubator to provide early stage startups with professional services.
Established in 2014 by Niu Wenwen, chief editor, president and publisher of Entrepreneur magazine, Dark Horse Ventures invests in early-stage startups in the internet, consumption upgrade, pan-entertainment and high-tech fields. Its backers include many well-known founders, institutional and individual investors such as Liu Qiangdong, Yao Jingbo, Wang Changtian, Bobo Xu, Sequoia Capital China, etc.
Established in 2014 by Niu Wenwen, chief editor, president and publisher of Entrepreneur magazine, Dark Horse Ventures invests in early-stage startups in the internet, consumption upgrade, pan-entertainment and high-tech fields. Its backers include many well-known founders, institutional and individual investors such as Liu Qiangdong, Yao Jingbo, Wang Changtian, Bobo Xu, Sequoia Capital China, etc.
Founded in 2013, Gaorong Capital is based in Beijing, with an additional office in Hong Kong. It invests primarily in early-stage and growth-stage startups in the TMT sector. Gaorong Capital’s backers include successful entrepreneurs and former investors in other world-class funds. It runs four US$ investment funds, three RMB investment funds and manages around RMB 11 billion.
Founded in 2013, Gaorong Capital is based in Beijing, with an additional office in Hong Kong. It invests primarily in early-stage and growth-stage startups in the TMT sector. Gaorong Capital’s backers include successful entrepreneurs and former investors in other world-class funds. It runs four US$ investment funds, three RMB investment funds and manages around RMB 11 billion.
Voicemod: Voice-tweaking tech that's conquering esports and streamers
Backed by esports and gaming VC BITKRAFT Ventures, Voicemod has become a leading name in voice modification tech for gamers and livestreamers, with 2.5m MAU across 65 countries
South Summit 2021: Key insights on going from startup to scaleup in Spain
Company culture, talent acquisition and ecosystem support are top-of-mind for Voicemod’s Jaime Bosch and Jobandtalent’s Juan Urdiales in scaling startups up from zero to hero
Indogen Capital eyes new growth fund of $100m as foreign tech investors stay keen on Indonesia
With its Japanese investment partner Striders, Indogen plans to boost growth-stage funding in Indonesia and open doors for portfolio companies to new markets in East Asia
Gojek and Tokopedia merge to form GoTo
The new entity, now Indonesia’s largest tech group, plans to go public in Indonesia and the US, targeting a $40bn valuation
ScentRealm: Digitally reproducing scents on demand
Unlike colors and sounds, scents are hard to code and digitalize. ScentRealm has not only done it, but has also opened its scent editor and database to the public
Indonesian startup Traval goes virtual to stay afloat during pandemic
The startup is also trying to set itself apart from mainstream tourism with tours like Zero Waste Journey where travelers do not bring plastic items and even plant trees
The Store Front: Striving to disrupt streaming with just rewards for musicians
Dubbing itself “the most equitable store around,” The Store Front aims to provide the fairest possible digital sales platform for musicians
AlphaBeats: a 10-minute music playlist to de-stress your brain using biofeedback
With the exclusive rights to Philips’s neurofeedback technology, Alphabeats has developed an app to offer and enhance relaxation using a person’s favorite music
HighPitch 2020: In conversation with top winners and UMG Idealab head Kiwi Aliwarga
Goers, Izy and CekLab demonstrated quick thinking when adapting their businesses to the pandemic, a capability they will need to stay competitive post-Covid
HighPitch 2020: Goers wins Indonesia's national startup competition
Event ticketing startup Goers gains new revenue streams with pivot to helping leisure spots go online; hotel SaaS Izy and on-demand medical testing service CekLab also in top three
HighPitch 2020: Event ticketing and legal tech startups come up tops in Jakarta chapter
VC judges favored Goers’s strong pivot amid Covid and HAKITA’s outstanding pitch
Spanish VR edtech Play2Speak targets China's K-12 market
Keen on the multibillion-dollar tutoring market in Asia, Play2Speak creates VR immersive learning to help kids overcome the fear of learning a new language
SFTC: Riding on the rise of independent music and alternative media
From recording music sessions for its YouTube channel, Sounds From The Corner has expanded into content production, reflecting Indonesia’s fast-evolving media landscape
Kuaishou: Grabbing a share of China's near-trillion-RMB livestreaming e-commerce market
With 300m daily users, the short video app for the grassroots has partnered JD.com to offer discounts to convert users into online shoppers
In depth: The business ecosystems China’s tech giants and unicorns build
Startups could accept to join Alibaba, Tencent or other tech giants in their ecosystems and scale quickly. Or they could say no and keep their independence. But do they really have a choice?
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