{"id":4999,"date":"2024-04-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/?p=4999"},"modified":"2024-04-29T16:37:10","modified_gmt":"2024-04-29T08:37:10","slug":"daily-markup-977-top-stories-in-april-on-funds-raised-for-satellite-engine-tech-affordable-babycare-products-credit-for-msmes-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailymarkup.com\/?p=4999","title":{"rendered":"Daily Markup #977: Top stories in April on funds raised for satellite engine tech, affordable babycare products, credit for MSMEs, and more"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We kicked off Q2 2024 with new funds raised for 500-backed companies in spacetech, consumer, and fintech! In Singapore, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aliena.sg\/\">Aliena<\/a> team is busy expanding their unique satellite propulsion engine technology to the rest of the world, while Malaysia-headquartered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applecrumbyandfish.com\/\">Applecrumby<\/a> is providing parents with peace of mind with their affordable, high-quality babycare products. Meanwhile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seedflex.com\/\">Seedflex<\/a> is on its way to empowering over 7 million MSMEs with easier access to credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Missed our last highlights issue? Check it out <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup957\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/-4yvR_2nKSgfKNd2INlcz6mV5_O19yAMXVNY604MGNMxGez4xfIbdUE1N7acleGASOw9BMGlz1xVqJJ4Nhevo35Wrt68CPGNUePT51bkdkQwGVoxabjAgs_kJPe6GVkngnUd9C-bslF9voy5if0U05Q\" alt=\"\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@nasa?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\">NASA<\/a> on<a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/view-of-earth-and-satellite-yZygONrUBe8?utm_content=creditCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=unsplash\"> Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup972\">Aliena<\/a> lands US$5.6M to boost satellite propulsion engine production and upgrade testing facility to serve more people globally<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup958\">Applecrumby<\/a> raises US$4.2M to bring affordable, high quality, chemical-free babycare products to parents in 20 countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup973\">Seedflex<\/a> raises seed funding to help 7M+ MSMEs gain easier access to credit across SE Asia, starting in Malaysia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup976\">Laka<\/a> raises funding to expand their micromobility insurance solution, bring transparency and restore the spirit of community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup968\">Una Brands<\/a> reaches EBITDA profitability with optimal organizational structure and a 2x surge in TikTok Shop revenue in Indonesia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup960\">First Move<\/a> invests in 10 early-stage startups in SE Asia focusing on affordability, financial inclusion, and circular economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup963\">Carousell<\/a> acquires LuxLexicon to give luxury shoppers a wider selection of authenticated premium resale bags and peace of mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips from <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup965\">500 Global<\/a>\u2019s Khailee Ng on playing the long game, looking at the right numbers, and questioning basic assumptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup975\">SUPA<\/a> supercharges recycling by cutting down start up time from 2-3 weeks to 24 hours, decreasing the environmental impact of waste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup969\">iPrice<\/a> partners 3Cat to encourage the adoption of secondhand electronics to combat the growth of toxic e-waste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup971\">Carousell<\/a> partners Decathlon to launch store for secondhand bicycles with new B2B solution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup974\">Hydroleap<\/a> partners AWS to pilot a water recycling system in Singapore, with plans to scale across Asia Pacific<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup967\">Neuron Mobility<\/a> e-scooters ride their way into New Zealand\u2019s heart, bringing inclusivity, environmental and economic benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup964\">WORQ<\/a> launches 8th co-working space to increase the connectivity of urban spaces; raising a US$8M+ Series B to fuel growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup959\">Boxo<\/a> partners Saudi real estate developer ROSHN Group to build superapp that enhances residents\u2019 quality of life and vendors\u2019 growth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup966\">Meals in Minutes<\/a> packs nutrition and convenience in effortless gourmet meal kits for \u201cterrible cooks\u201d, aspiring chefs, and F&amp;B biz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/dailymarkup961\">BloomThis<\/a> combines tech and emotions to modernize the timeless tradition of gifting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other stories you may have missed:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3JHhgpS\">500 Global<\/a> Managing Partner Khailee Ng, Aerodyne Group Founder &amp; Group CEO Kamarul A Muhamed, and Country Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Malaysia and Emerging Markets Peter Murray break down the importance of establishing partnerships for tech startups, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs within this space, and the future of Malaysia\u2019s tech startup ecosystem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/4aUfSwa\">eFishery<\/a> partnered Indonesian lender Amar Bank to provide ~US$6.3M in financing to their farmers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3wj7lDV\">URBANMETRY<\/a> is shaping the future of the Rapid Bus service in Klang Valley by pioneering a demand-driven bus network planning tool to revolutionize urban mobility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We kicked off Q2 2024 with new funds raised for 500-backed companies in spacetech, consumer, and fintech! 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