Stay Ahead of the Curve: DealStreetAsia’s Exclusive Scoops from Q1 2023

At DealStreetAsia, we ensure our content is worth paying for by reporting news accurately and promptly. Our reporters on the ground often get wind of the big deals, people movements, and fundraisings even as they are in the works. Data gleaned from regulatory filings, and our proprietary platform DATA VANTAGE, too, help us deliver the news first. Here are some of the scoops from January to March 2023 that were confirmed by the companies involved, after we reported it.

Japan’s MUFG Bank amplifies SE Asia focus, bullish on Indonesia fintech
By Aastha Maheshwari, Gita Rossiana
Northstar ropes in GIC as anchor investor for debut VC fund, hits first close at $90m
By Aastha Maheshwari
Indonesian agritech firm EdenFarm raises $13.5m in pre-Series B round led by Telkomsel
By Khamila Mulia
China’s Luckin Coffee brews comeback plan with SE Asia foray
By Kristie Neo, Pimfha Chan
Vietnam Oman Investment said to fund financial services firm F88
By Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc
Tech-focused Indian VC Iron Pillar raises at least $129m for second fund
By Vibhuti Sharma
Singapore’s GIC raises stake in IDX-listed Primaya Hospital with $191m share purchase
By Gita Rossiana
Vietnam’s e-pharmacy startup Medigo raises $2m in Series A funding
By Mars W. Mosqueda Jr.
Temasek-backed Indian jobs platform GoodWorker lays off nearly 90% staff
By Vibhuti Sharma
Indonesian co-working space CoHive declared bankrupt by court
By Khamila Mulia
Ping An exits online telehealth Good Doctor Technology JV with Grab
By Kristie Neo, Aastha Maheshwari
India’s 1K Kirana lays off 40% employees
By Vibhuti Sharma
SG battery recycling startup Green Li-ion nets $20.5m in pre-Series B funding
By Mars W. Mosqueda Jr.
OLX Group downsizes Indonesia office, auto unit said to be up for sale
By Kristie Neo

 

 

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