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100 Asia-Pacific-based startups transforming insurtech

100 Asia-Pacific-based startups transforming insurtech

In this Market Map, we look at Asia-Pacific-based startups shaping the future of the global insurance industry — from digital-first providers to embedded technology platforms.

Mar 21, 2023

Where Sequoia Capital is investing in blockchain and crypto

Where Sequoia Capital is investing in blockchain and crypto

Sequoia Capital announced in February 2022 its first crypto-focused fund. We dive into the blockchain and crypto investments Sequoia Capital and its sister funds, Sequoia Capital China and Sequoia Capital India, have made prior to the announcement along with some of its recent bets.

Aug 17, 2022

The most active VCs in Asia’s blockchain and crypto ecosystem

The most active VCs in Asia’s blockchain and crypto ecosystem

Despite rising regulatory concerns, several of the top venture funds in Asia are investing in blockchain and crypto startups in the region and globally. Here are the top investors and where they're putting their bets.

Aug 7, 2022

State of Venture 2021: Asia

State of Venture 2021: Asia

Asia was the #1 region for global venture deals in 2021. From funding trends to unicorns, we break down the continent's record year.

Mar 10, 2022

Livestreaming Is On The Rise. Here’s What It Means For The Future Of E-Commerce

Livestreaming Is On The Rise. Here’s What It Means For The Future Of E-Commerce

The pandemic has boosted the adoption of livestreaming among brands and retailers looking to engage more directly with customers. But the addition of shopping features is now transforming livestreaming into a growth engine for e-commerce.

Mar 15, 2021

Startup Continent: The Most Well-Funded Tech Startups In Asia & The Pacific

Startup Continent: The Most Well-Funded Tech Startups In Asia & The Pacific

Our graphic highlights the top-funded tech startups across the Asia-Pacific region, from South Korea-based e-commerce unicorn Coupang to Singapore-based super app Grab.

Feb 11, 2021

How Renewable Energy Tech Funding Has Progressed Over The Last 5 Years

How Renewable Energy Tech Funding Has Progressed Over The Last 5 Years

Renewable energy funding has slowly expanded in recent years, though the industry has seen setbacks in 2020. Below, we look at where investors see opportunities in renewable energy tech.

Nov 18, 2020

The World’s Largest Fintech Is Going Public. What’s Next?

The World’s Largest Fintech Is Going Public. What’s Next?

Ant Group, formerly known as Ant Financial and parent company to mobile wallet Alipay, is going public in what is expected to be the largest IPO in history. We analyze the factors contributing to its success and highlight obstacles it faces as it looks to expand.

Oct 28, 2020

How Digital Wallets Are Transforming Asia’s Mobile Payments Space

How Digital Wallets Are Transforming Asia’s Mobile Payments Space

Asia leads the world in digital wallet adoption. We examine the current state of the market, how startups and big tech companies are tackling the space, and the challenges they face.

Sep 28, 2020

These 110+ Startups Are Transforming Fintech In Southeast Asia

These 110+ Startups Are Transforming Fintech In Southeast Asia

Market Map From mobile wallets to cryptocurrency to point-of-sale financing, Southeast Asia's fintech market is heating up as startups expand into new fintech verticals.

Aug 20, 2020

Fintech Funding Trends In Japan And South Korea

Fintech Funding Trends In Japan And South Korea

While the fintech space has grown significantly in both Japan and South Korea in recent years, the countries have different approaches to financial innovation. We explore funding trends in the region, as well as broader themes and implications for the future.

Jul 29, 2020

How Covid-19 Is Impacting Corporate Venture Capital Investment

How Covid-19 Is Impacting Corporate Venture Capital Investment

Global CVC-backed funding fell nearly 30% in Q2'20. We look at corporate investment trends amid the coronavirus pandemic here.

Jul 23, 2020

How Wearable Devices Are Transforming Senior Care & Wellness

How Wearable Devices Are Transforming Senior Care & Wellness

Smart devices can help aging adults improve their quality of life, from allowing them to monitor health changes to helping them get a better night's sleep.

Jul 16, 2020

Venture Capital Funding Report Q2 2020

Venture Capital Funding Report Q2 2020

PwC and CB Insights' Q2 2020 MoneyTree report highlights the latest trends in venture capital funding globally.

Jul 14, 2020

How Telehealth & Health Education Platforms Are Tackling Covid-19

How Telehealth & Health Education Platforms Are Tackling Covid-19

Several Chinese companies are seeing an uptick in adoption of their telehealth solutions and health education platforms.

Jun 24, 2020

How TikTok’s Owner Became The World’s Most Valuable Unicorn

How TikTok’s Owner Became The World’s Most Valuable Unicorn

ByteDance, the China-based unicorn behind the video-sharing app TikTok, was recently valued at up to $140B. Now, the company is leveraging its recommendation algorithms to expand its portfolio in a bid to join the ranks of Big Tech.

Jun 18, 2020

Chinese Electric Vehicle Maker NIO Could Signal A Shift In The EV Market

Chinese Electric Vehicle Maker NIO Could Signal A Shift In The EV Market

News Analysis NIO's all-time high for deliveries could indicate a revival of the broader Chinese EV market.

Jun 16, 2020

Is Global Healthcare Funding Set For A Rebound This Quarter?

Is Global Healthcare Funding Set For A Rebound This Quarter?

After a slow Q1'20, projections based on Q2 activity point to a possible recovery in global healthcare funding and deals.

Jun 10, 2020

Here Are The Top AI Unicorns In Asia

Here Are The Top AI Unicorns In Asia

Asia is home to some of the top-valued AI startups in the world, but there were no AI unicorn births in Q1'20.

Jun 5, 2020

Where China Doubled Down On AI Amid Covid-19

Where China Doubled Down On AI Amid Covid-19

We take a look at Q1’20 funding trends, areas of focus, and valuation data for China-based AI startups.

Jun 4, 2020

How Did AI Companies In Asia Fare In Q1’20?

How Did AI Companies In Asia Fare In Q1’20?

Though funding to Asia-based AI companies increased slightly in Q1'20, deals hit a 5-quarter low.

Jun 2, 2020

How Asia-Based Fintech Fared In Q1’20

How Asia-Based Fintech Fared In Q1’20

Funding to China-based fintech startups fell 41% from Q4'19 into the first quarter of the year as Covid-19 impacted investor appetite.

May 29, 2020

Visualizing Chinese Tech Giants’ Billion-Dollar Acquisitions

Visualizing Chinese Tech Giants’ Billion-Dollar Acquisitions

Our graphic shows every billion-dollar acquisition made by Baidu, Alibaba, and Tencent, from Alibaba’s acquisition of logistics giant Cainiao to Tencent's bet on gaming company Supercell.

May 28, 2020

AI In Asia: The Impact Of Covid-19 On Funding, Exits, Valuations, And R&D

AI In Asia: The Impact Of Covid-19 On Funding, Exits, Valuations, And R&D

Over 1300 Asia-based AI startups have raised more than $26B since 2015. In this interactive report built with CB Insights Stories, we dive into the AI startup ecosystem in Asia, while shining a light on the impact of the Covid-19 outbreak.

May 21, 2020

What Happened To China-Based Healthcare Funding In Q1’20?

What Happened To China-Based Healthcare Funding In Q1’20?

Funding to China-based healthcare startups plummeted in the first quarter of the year, as investor activity dried up amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

May 15, 2020

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