Author: Lum Ka Kay
Regional equity crowdfunding platform launched
The CrowdPlus.asia equity crowdfunding platform has been launched across five Asian markets, with its operator describing ECF as an alternative, if not downright disruptive, avenue for startups and SMEs to raise funds.
UCaaS prospering in APAC, expect wearables boost
UCaaS is seeing increased adoption rates among a wide range of businesses in APAC, says InterCall senior manager Christopher Franke.
Next Bank hopes to spur fintech growth in Malaysia
Next Bank has launched its KL chapter, saying it intends to bring together banks and fintech startups in Malaysia.
Malaysian companies ripe targets for ransomware: Trend Micro
Ransomware attacks are rising in Malaysia, where businesses have become the prime targets, according to the latest Trend Micro report.
After going regional, CompareAsia’s focus back on Malaysia
KL-founded CompareAsia expanded to seven other Asian markets but lost its focus on its home base of Malaysia. It now plans to rectify this mistake.
MyDoc wants to help you choose the right healthcare provider
Looking for a clinic in an unfamiliar area during an emergency ain’t a walk in the park, especially when search engines can’t offer reliable suggestions. MyDoc.my aims to solve that problem, writes Lum Ka Kay.
Xiaomi aims to do it again with Redmi Note 2
Xiaomi has managed to pair some high-end components with an affordable price on its latest budget Redmi series of smartphones. The company announced its Redmi Note 2 large screen smartphone will be available in four markets in Asia from November 11.
Katsana combines GPS with behavioural data to help motor insurers
KL-based startup Katsana is combining GPS tracking with behavioural data to help motor insurers reduce claims losses, and now plans to raise US$3 million in seed funding.
ShopBack stays ahead of the game with ‘giant partners’
The online cashback concept is already popular in the UK and US, and ShopBack wants to scratch that itch in South-East Asia, believing that its partnerships with e-commerce giants like Taobao and eBay are key.
With ringgit woes, NeonRunner aims for next funding round in USD
Kuala Lumpur-based hyperlocal logistics company NeonRunner intends to raise US$3 million in its next round of funding, and having learned its lesson from the plunge of the ringgit, is seeking it in the greenback.
