Daily Markup #585: Transcelestial builds shoebox-sized devices to shoot lasers in space for better connectivity, and more from this week From sea to space Heard of undersea cables? They’re what enables the internet. Now, can you imagine THAT in space? Rohit Jha and Mohammed... Ching Yee Ho September 9, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #584: Carousell makes buying high-quality preloved phones safe and simple with InstantBuy Mobile A stress-free shopping experience Don’t mind owning preloved items, but still prefer new when it comes to electronics? We feel you. You can never... Ching Yee Ho September 8, 2022 · 1 min read
Daily Markup #583: Horangi provides round-the-clock cybersecurity muscle for banking app serving digital natives The guard of your treasure trove Convenience is a must when it comes to banking today, but with scammers and hackers often thinking one... Ching Yee Ho September 7, 2022 · 1 min read
Daily Markup #582: Peddlr empowers neighborhood stores to offer financial services to the unbanked in the Philippines Power in the people’s hands “The majority of the population in the Philippines are unbanked, meaning they can’t make online payments as they don’t... Ching Yee Ho September 6, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #581: Homage, Merkle Science, Una Brands, PeopleFund, Spaceship, and Workmate on Forbes Asia 100 to Watch Resilience & creativity shines through From a whopping 650 submissions, 100 companies and startups across Asia Pacific were selected to be on the second... Ching Yee Ho September 5, 2022 · 1 min read
Daily Markup #580: Lingokids launches new podcast to help kids learn 21st-century skills within and beyond the classroom, and more from this week A new way of learning for the new world After two years of school closures and virtual learning, parents are rightfully worried about their... Ching Yee Ho September 2, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #579: Grab launches US$1M GrabScholar program for students in SEA; GrabMerchant Center to help small businesses grow Balancing the scales, one opportunity at a time Students and small businesses in Southeast Asia can look forward to better access to education and... Ching Yee Ho September 1, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #577: YAS MicroInsurance provides on-demand protection for modern lifestyles; aims to cover more activities & sports Rain or shine, you’ll be fine Most of us have insurance coverage for healthcare, our homes, our vehicles, and even for personal items. But... Ching Yee Ho August 30, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #576: RedDoorz banks on domestic tourism, expanding its hotel network by 2,000 inns in SE Asia A mission to unearth local gems If you’ve started making travel plans for the holidays, you may realize that air ticket prices are sky-high... Ching Yee Ho August 29, 2022 · 2 min read
Daily Markup #575: Kredivo three-way partnership in Vietnam serves consumers & merchants alike with 2-click credit approval, and more from this week Smart shopping for a better economy Imagine shopping online and being able to make a purchase without cash or a card. Now imagine checking... Ching Yee Ho August 26, 2022 · 2 min read