Virtuix, creators of the Omni platform that pairs active virtual reality to games and more, has formed a joint venture with Hero Entertainment, creators of the largest first-person shooter (FPS) game in China. This is a significant deal for Virtuix as it opens up the… Read More
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Fintech startup NeoGrowth has raised its largest funding round to date. This is according to a report by the company. Based in Mumbai, NeoGrowth will provide access to credit for small and medium-sized retailers across India. NeoGrowth has now raised $35 million (or INR 225… Read More
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The city of Liverpool has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Chinese city of Guiyang, a community that has been labeled the “Capital of Crowdfunding.” Guiyang is the capital of Guizhou Province in Southwest China. The agreement follows a visit to Liverpool by a… Read More
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Collaboration and investment platform Fundnel is hosting the first Supply Chain Asia Hackathon Bootcamp in Singapore amidst a “manpower crunch.” The event is described as being in line with Singapore’s Smart Nation initiative designed to increase the adoption of technology in Supply and Logistics, one… Read More
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According to a report by BBC, United Overseas Bank (UOB) based in Singapore has suspended real estate loans for property in the UK. The UK property market has been one of the hottest markets in the world for the past few years. Asian investors from… Read More
Read more in: Asia, Global, Real Estate, Strategy | Tagged asia, brexit, dbs, investacrowd, julian kwan, real estate, singapore, uk, uob
During a wide-ranging speech this week at the DBS Institutional Investor Symposium, Jacqueline Loh, Deputy Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), made the statement; “As a progressive and innovative financial centre, Singapore has much to offer to global investors in opening the door… Read More
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Fundnel, a collaborative crowdfunding investment platform based in Singapore, has formed a partnership with the Business Angel Network Southeast Asia (BANSEA), to pool resources and boost deal flow. BANSEA ONE, backed by BANSEA and Fundnel, will become a key investor in early stage companies in… Read More
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Earlier this month Chinese search engine Baidu announced it would now require crowdfunding platforms to adhere to a strict set of qualifications designed to limit promotion from less reputable platforms. Baidu stated it would no longer open new accounts for crowdfunding platforms to access their… Read More
Real estate crowdfunding platform CoAssets (NSX:CAX) announced on Wednesday that it has appointed Chew Siang Chee as its new CIO. Chee is known as winner of Asia’s Best Treasurer at the Corporate Treasurer Marquee Awards 2015 and has expertise in cross-border currency transactions. Chee, commented: “Prior to my… Read More
Read more in: Asia, General News, Investment Platforms and Marketplaces | Tagged appointment, asia, chew siang chee, coassets, getty goh, singapore
If there is one area of crowdfunding where we consistently hear about unfilled, robust demand, it is Asian money looking to invest in high-quality real estate beyond the borders of their native country. While some real estate markets may be getting a bit hot,… Read More
Read more in: Asia, Featured Headlines, Global, Investment Platforms and Marketplaces, Real Estate | Tagged alice chen, asia, investacrowd, julian kwan, real estate, singapore
The Singapore Fintech Consortium and the Fintech Center of Korea, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work more closely in support of emerging technology in the financial sector. The Singapore group posted a brief statement on the arrangement; We are pleased to sign… Read More
Auto financing P2P platform Weidai.com received RMB 1 billion Series C Investment Founded in 2011, Weidai.com is China’s first and largest specialty P2P platform that focuses on providing secured automobile loans. It also provides used car financing services through partnerships with used car marketplaces. The company… Read More
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I’ve been in Shanghai and Hong Kong quite often over the last few months, speaking at events and meeting with partners. As a Canadian, what struck me most is scale. There is outstanding potential here, and that in itself isn’t at all surprising; but for… Read More
Read more in: Asia, Opinion | Tagged asia, china, ezubao, oscar jofre, perspective
This is interesting. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), a typically conservative government agency, has just released its proposal regarding raising capital online, including a guide on General Solicitation with examples for restricted and unrestricted platforms. MAS has waved its digital wand over the private… Read More
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On Wednesday (June 8), the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced it is revamping the country’s crowdfunding industry by offering new ways for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to gain access to funds through securities-based crowdfunding (SCF) platforms easier. MAS stated in a press release it… Read More
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The spirit of entrepreneurship has always been a part of Islam. Nine out of ten companions of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) who were guaranteed heaven were businessmen. Today, entrepreneurs continue to be a driving force of the economy. The lack of financial support for small and… Read More
Read more in: Asia, Global, Opinion | Tagged asia, erly witoyo, islamic finance, kapital boost, sharia, singapore
Lendit is expanding its portfolio of activities this year by launching Lang Di Fintech, their inaugural Chinese conference. Lang Di means “enlighten” or “inspiration” thus representing the future of finance in the largest Fintech market in the world. Lang Di Fintech will take place in… Read More
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Paul Niederer, former CEO of ASSOB, has been appointed CEO of Wealth Migrate’ Australian agency. Wealth Migrate is a global real estate crowdfunding platform. Niederer is a well-known proponent of internet finance having traveled the world on behalf of ASSOB – an early pioneer of… Read More
Read more in: Global, Investment Platforms and Marketplaces, Real Estate | Tagged asia, australia, china, hennie bezuidenhout, paul niederer, real estate, wealth migrate
On Thursday, KoreConX announced its new program that helps equity and debt crowdfunding platforms go truly global by accessing China’s accredited investor base and companies in need of funding. The program, Going Global Solutions, provides portals with a feasibility study of the marketplace, recommendations regarding the legal and regulatory framework,… Read More
Read more in: General News, Investment Platforms and Marketplaces | Tagged asia, china, investors, koreconx, oscar jofre, program
On Wednesday, Asian investment research and analysis marketplace, Smartkarma, announced that it has raised $4.7 million during its second strategic funding round. The new funds will go towards further expand Smartkarma’s investment research offering. The company noted that the latest round brings the total capital raised to $7.5million… Read More
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