HEADLINES
SleekFlow Secures US$7 Million to Tap the Conversational AI Opportunity Across Asia
SleekFlow's latest funding will accelerate its global expansion into Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe while driving AI innovation and channel growth to enhance its all-in-one customer engagement platform. This investment positions SleekFlow to better serve its expanding global customer base, with plans to secure a Series B round within the next 12 months to reinforce its leadership in the tech industry.
FinKnight Secures Investment to Meet Growing Needs for Startup-Centric Financial Management
Led by former CFOs of EasyParcel and Signature Market, FinKnight provides comprehensive solutions tailored for startups and growth-stage scaleups in Southeast Asia. This investment will strengthen FinKnight's mission to offer businesses an integrated suite of accounting and professional services, along with end-to-end support—from growth strategies and fundraising to bookkeeping and data analytics.
TOP STORIES
Six Gobi Portfolio Companies on Forbes Asia 100 to Watch
These 100 companies drive innovation across various sectors, from AI navigation systems for space exploration and cutting-edge cell therapies to advanced healthcare diagnostics. FinTech firms are empowering the unbanked, while retailers are leveraging digital channels to reach the next generation of consumers. Their recognition highlights the ongoing growth and immense potential within the Asia-Pacific region.
Gobi Partners Portfolio Companies featured:
DealCart | Great Bay Bio | iMotorbike | isBIM | Paywatch | Yuan Planet
Airwallex Earns Spot on Forbes 2024 Cloud 100
The Cloud 100 honours the top 100 private cloud companies driving the cloud and AI technology revolution. These industry-leading ventures are recognised as top-tier innovators.
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Sandbox VR Secures Spot on 2024 Inc. 5,000 List
Sandbox VR, a location-based virtual reality gaming leader, ranked 129th on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, highlighting its rapid global expansion and innovation in immersive entertainment. With 50 locations worldwide and over 100,000 monthly players, Sandbox VR continues its growth trajectory, backed by a US$37 million investment from top-tier investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Gobi Partners.
EVENT RECAP
KWAP Malaysia Inspire Conference Panel Session: “ESG Vision: A Natural Progression”
Gobi Co-founder and Chairperson, Thomas G. Tsao, participated as a panellist at the KWAP Malaysia Inspire Conference, where he shared his vision on ESG compliance. Joined by Bryan Lim (Khazanah Nasional,) Tanah Sullivan (GoTo), and Azarol Faizi (Bateriku.com), with moderation by Hazman Hilmi (KWAP), Thomas highlighted Gobi's growth in ESG initiatives. He stressed that ESG due diligence is poised to become a fundamental aspect of the investment landscape, shifting from a perceived additional requirement to an essential venture capital component.