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Steering startups
Asia focus, Erich Parpart, Published on 04/11/2019
» James Tan dropped out of school before his final year at National University of Singapore (NUS) during the first dot-com boom to chase his entrepreneurship dream. He did not regret the decision at all. In the end, he says, we only regret the chances we didn't take, and life is too short to wake up full of regrets.
Rising sun startups
Asia focus, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 26/10/2020
» Hampered by cautious investors and a rigid corporate culture, Japan has produced just a handful of major startups. The world's third largest economy is far behind the US and China when it comes to breeding "unicorns" -- new companies valued at more than US$1 billion.
Startups glum about prospects
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 13/07/2020
» Over half of the startups surveyed in 81 countries said their funds are likely to run out in 3-6 months because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the World Business Angel Investment Forum (WBAF), an international organisation aiming to ease access to finance for startups.
Startups reap pandemic revenues
Business, William Hicks, Published on 12/08/2020
» Thailand's top startups have seen double-digit growth windfalls in revenue following the pandemic, being well-positioned to benefit from the consumer and business shift to digital commerce during the lockdown.
B1.2bn marked for startups
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 11/08/2018
» Three state-owned banks in July earmarked a combined 1.2 billion baht for investment in startups, says the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO).
Blockchain edge entices startups
Business, William Hicks, Published on 24/10/2019
» Thailand's clear regulatory rules for blockchain technologies have proved attractive for startups and given the country an advantage in the region, says the blockchain service provider startup Atato.
Delta helps finance startups
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/12/2018
» The Industrial Promotion Department is teaming up with SET-listed Delta Electronics Thailand to provide financial tools in 2019 for 50 startups under the government's angel fund scheme, with a combined value of 4 million baht.
Startups announce expansion milestones
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 02/12/2021
» Bangkok-based logistics startup Flash Express and e-commerce company CREA are expanding their footprint in Southeast Asia.
Investors eyeing tech startups
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 13/06/2023
» Japanese investors are interested in Thai tech startups, supporting their business expansion to regional markets, says an executive of Bank of Ayudhya (Krungsri).
UNDP touts youth startups
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 15/07/2023
» To achieve sustainable global growth, inclusive entrepreneurship is crucial and more should be done to encourage and support young people in launching startups, according to the United Nations Development Program (UNDP).