IFC
AC Ventures raises US$210mil to back founders in Indonesia and Southeast Asia
Backed by global limited partners, 90% are institutions, including World Bank’s IFC
Advocates gender diversity: 50% female leaders in-house, 41% in its portfolio
Lazada to boost economic opportunities, drive gender equality for SEA women
Announced its participation as a founding member of the International Finance Corporation-led Digital2Equal initiative.
Asean Financial Innovation Network to support financial services innovation and inclusion
Provides a platform for collaboration and innovation for financial institutions and fintech firms.
Wavemaker Partners closes second Southeast Asia fund of US$66mil
IFC’s US$10 million investment in the fund to help boost technology development in Southeast Asia.
When corporates and startups come together
More and more corporates are investing in startups either directly or through venture capital in order to add value to their companies.