Fresh Factory revolutionizes the cold chain in Indonesia
Larry Ridwan, CEO and founder of Fresh Factory, is a man who had already reached the pinnacle of his career at several major companies but still dared to chart a new course in his life. Born in Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia, Larry took a leap of faith by helping expand the fisheries market in Maluku.
Inside Indonesia’s most financially literate provinces and what to learn from them
Across Indonesia’s vivid archipelago, a financial revolution is taking place. The nation’s financial landscape is transforming remarkably through the rise of the financial technology (fintech) industry. The latest edition of the East Ventures – Digital Competitiveness Index (EV-DCI) 2023 shows that the fintech development, leveraging on the enormous number of the productive-age population that earned an income, has been astounding. A fusion of financial innovation and education is reshaping the economic landscape and empowering communities like never before.
Earned Wage Access as the financial solution for employees and companies
The fintech sector has grown exponentially in Indonesia as it could fill the financial gap for millions of people. However, other issues appeared as some people were trapped by illegal fintech lending and lack of financial literacy, making it difficult to manage their wealth and cash flow.
Recession run: East Ventures’ bets during a downturn
The funding winter is here. News of layoffs and troubles in startups have been cropping up. In this Q&A series, we talk to Southeast Asia’s investors to suss out what opportunities they see, their thinking, and areas of investment they are looking at in the next few months.
East Ventures remains bullish on Indonesia & Southeast Asia despite headwinds
The year 2022 may look rosy at first glance with high hopes of a post-pandemic recovery as most countries are re-opening their borders after disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘A solid and integrated digital ecosystem is what jumpstarts Indonesia’s digital economy’: Willson Cuaca
Here is one riveting fact about our treasured country, Indonesia: it is the world’s largest archipelago consisting of 17,508 islands. Out of 600 million of Southeast Asia’s population, 270 million inhabit Indonesia. What is more, US$ 1.1 trillion out of US$ 2.1 trillion of Southeast Asia’s economy is located in Indonesia. That being said, Indonesia is the largest and most homogeneous market in the subregion with profuse economic potentials. The abundant islands dotting the country also signify the many inefficiencies to address and overcome. The vast market with overflowing problems that entail was the reason why East Ventures came to life. As long as problems are consistently lurking around us, it is imperative that we bring solutions and innovations to the table.
3 Things That Indonesian VCs and Startups Need to Have in Mind
Mr. Thomas Lembong also recalled how he met Willson Cuaca for the first time when he was still a VC eight or nine years ago.
Coordinating Minister for Investments Luhut Pandjaitan: Indonesian Economy Perform Better
According to Mr. Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investments, Indonesian economy is showing a positive trend.