Startup funding: Six ways to attract venture capital
Startup funding is crucial to its sustainability. This funding can support the startup in several things, including developing products or services, expanding markets, and increasing the team's size and capabilities.
Investing in Southeast Asia’s digital ecosystem: Interview with East Ventures’ Partners
Southeast Asia is resilient in a global tech landscape marked by turbulence, showcasing distinctive strengths amidst adversity. As a pioneering and leading sector-agnostic venture capital (VC) firm, East Ventures remains committed to fostering and investing in Southeast Asia’s digital ecosystem.
Buoyant life sciences sector emerges stronger
As we bid farewell to another eventful year in the world of life sciences, it's time to look back at the whirlwind of advancements and changes that have shaped the industry in 2023. Back in January this year, we interacted with leaders from various market segments who shared their insights into what the year held for their particular spheres. Let's recap the 2023 predictions and find out if they panned out as predicted.
Exploring Southeast Asia’s logistics horizon
The ongoing problem of high logistics costs has affected the world since COVID-19 began, and Southeast Asia hasn't been spared. The steep expenditure is driven by several factors, such as supply and demand disruptions, geopolitical and economic uncertainty, compounded by surging inflation, and amongst others.
RI digital economy to grow on slower trajectory amid profitability push
Indonesia is expected to see a deceleration in its digital economy growth in the coming years, in line with other emerging countries in the ASEAN region, as tech companies in the bloc face pressure to shift to profitability after years of focusing on growth.
The future of Indonesian healthcare: Insights from Indonesia’s Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin and East Ventures’ Willson Cuaca
Indonesia's healthcare sector is on the brink of a significant transformation, and the catalysts were brought to light during a fireside chat at the Tech in Asia Conference 2023 in Jakarta. The discussion, titled 'The Future of Indonesian Healthcare,' featured a candid conversation between Mr. Budi Gunadi Sadikin, Indonesia's Minister of Health, and Willson Cuaca, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at East Ventures.
Harnessing the potential of an integrated ASEAN
Amidst global economic challenges, the ASEAN region stands out as a symbol of strength and adaptability. At the Tech In Asia Conference 2023, Roderick Purwana, Managing Partner at East Ventures shared his insight with Willis Wee, Founder of Tech in Asia, who also moderated the panel titled “Harnessing the potential of an integrated ASEAN.”
The woven beauty of the new East Ventures’ Batik, where heritage meets innovation
In the vibrant tapestry of Indonesia's cultural heritage, few art forms capture the essence of the nation quite like Batik. Batik has long been a source of pride and inspiration for Indonesians, and East Ventures is proud to have it deeply rooted in our day-to-day philosophy.