Author: Karamjit Singh
Malaysia’s Carsome raises US$290mil in Series E
In a clear demonstration of investor interest, Southeast Asian-based (SEA) e-commerce car platform Carsome has announced a US$290 million Series E raise at a post-money valuation of approximately US$1.7 billion.
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Ecosystem step up to match tech investment will enhance value chain participation
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Crosses RM200 mil milestone 12 months after crossing RM100 mil
New SC Malaysia guidelines lend additional tailwind to ECF sector
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Customers now get a loud voice in ongoing debate about 5G approach
DNB’s Ralph Marshall takes risky pro-MNO approach for leasing capacity
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Where others talk about industry-academia ties, CREST actually delivers
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Track record of mobile operators delivering 3G, then 4G stands against them
M’sia executed supply driven high tech infra before with fibre broadband in ‘08
