EV-DCI 2025: Indonesia’s digital economy doubles amid global uncertainty
Amidst global economic uncertainties, Indonesia's digital ecosystem demonstrates remarkable resilience and growth, as highlighted by the East Ventures – Digital Competitiveness Index (EV-DCI) 2025 report.
How AI is transforming economic growth in emerging markets
AI (artificial intelligence) is rapidly transforming emerging markets in Southeast Asia, particularly in countries like Indonesia. There, a youthful, tech-savvy population and growing digital infrastructure have spurred tremendous growth in generative AI platforms like ChatGPT. According to OpenAI, the number of weekly active users has increased threefold in just over a year, positioning the market among the top five globally for weekly ChatGPT usage.
Vietnamese edtech Galaxy Education raises nearly US$10 million from East Ventures and other investors
Galaxy Education (GE), a Vietnamese education technology company, has secured nearly US$10 million in funding from East Ventures and other investors, marking one of the largest EdTech investments in Vietnam amid challenging market conditions.
IDN sets sights on a bold regional future in media, entertainment, and technology
In an era where media, technology, and entertainment are evolving quickly, companies must do more than keep up—they must shape the future. For IDN, what began as a startup with a mission to amplify the voices of Gen Z and Millennials has grown into a key player that influences the digital landscape of Indonesia and beyond.
Danantara Indonesia: Building Indonesia’s economy as a stable investment destination
Foreign investment plays a critical role in advancing Indonesia's economic development. The inflow of international capital brings a range of positive impacts, including increased financial resources, technology and knowledge transfer, job creation, and improvements in infrastructure quality.
East Ventures launches its annual Sustainability Report 2025
East Ventures, a pioneering and leading venture capital firm in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, today launched its annual Sustainability Report 2025. This report showcases East Ventures’ commitment to providing transparent and accountable reporting of sustainability-related topics on an annual basis.
Indonesia’s regional digital competitiveness shows positive trajectory
The East Ventures — Digital Competitiveness Index (EV-DCI) 2025 indicates a sustained positive trajectory in Indonesia’s digital competitiveness. The national EV-DCI 2025 score stands at 38.8, representing a 0.7-point rise from the previous year.
How greentech becomes the solution to climate change to achieve net-zero emissions
The future of the global business landscape is increasingly centered around sustainability and environmental responsibility, as awareness of ecological issues grows among communities worldwide. The impacts of climate change, ranging from rising global temperatures to extreme weather events, have underscored the urgent need for action to safeguard humanity and the planet.