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Bangladesh's Consumer Landscape: An Income Segmentation Study
This first instalment of Bangladesh's Consumer Landscape series explores the expanding consumer market opportunities in Bangladesh starting with an analysis of income segmentation to understand purchasing capabilities and motives.
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Moonvalley Secures US$70Mn in Seed Funding to Enhance Enterprise Video Generation
Generative AI startup raises seed funding from General Catalyst and Khosla Ventures to address the gaps that currently limit AI applications in professional settings.
AI in the Financial Industry of Bangladesh: Unlocking Potential and Future Prospects
AI has the potential to enhance customer service and fraud detection in Bangladesh's financial sector. However, challenges such as data privacy and workforce skills must be addressed to enable full implementation.
Why Do Local Startups Incorporate Abroad?
Why Bangladeshi startups often choose foreign incorporation to attract investors, leveraging stable legal frameworks and capital flexibility abroad.
Meet Sadia Haque: Founder & CEO at ShareTrip
From corporate career to pioneering the success of ShareTrip, Sadia is revolutionizing the travel industry in Bangladesh with technology.
Four Bangladeshi Startups Join Accelerating Asia Ventures Cohort 10
Bangladeshi startups from diverse sectors join Accelerating Asia's tenth cohort, receiving mentorship and US$100K each.
Inside Anchorless Bangladesh's Investment in Agroshift
Anchorless Bangladesh shares investment memo on Agroshift, highlighting the analysis and rationale behind the deal.
Story Engine Raises US$750K from Andreessen Horowitz to Develop AI-Powered Fantasy Creation Platform
AI startup raises pre-seed funding to develop a platform that enables users to create webtoons and anime using generative AI.
Pathao Secures US$12Mn to Expand Financial Services
Pathao raises pre-series B funding to expand its financial services, aiming to improve financial access for Bangladesh's digital-native youth.
Harvesting Potential: The Rise of Agritech Startups in Bangladesh
Agritech startups in Bangladesh are addressing key challenges in agriculture, such as financing, market access, and supply chain inefficiencies, to improve productivity and farmer livelihoods.
AirTrunk's US$16Bn Sale to Blackstone Becomes Australia’s Largest Acquisition of 2024
Sydney-based data center startup gets acquired by major global investors, highlighting the rising value of Australian companies in international markets.
Beyond Profits: The Dual Mission of Impact Investing
An investment strategy that is becoming increasingly appealing to investors who prioritize purpose alongside profit.
ShopUp Secures US$6.5Mn from Japan’s Credit Saison for Supply Chain Enhancement
Bangladeshi B2B commerce platform raises debt capital funding to enhance supply chain through technological advancements.
Green Growth in Bangladesh: A Gamechanger for Innovation and Skill Development
Joya Chowdhury outlines Bangladesh's path to high-income status through sustainable growth, focusing on green energy, and environmental governance.
Fabric Acquires MeMD from Walmart, Bolstering Virtual Care Capabilities
Healthcare technology company Fabric acquires MeMD to expand its virtual care services to 30,000 employers and 5 million members.
Tiger New Energy Secures US$1Mn Additional Funding from ADB Ventures
Bangladesh-based clean tech startup raises funding as an extension to their seed round.
Crafting Effective and Engaging Investor Updates for Your Startup
Shoumik Shahriar highlights the importance of investor updates and how they can help founders build and grow their businesses.
GrayMatter Robotics Secures US$45Mn Series B Funding Led by Wellington Management
Advanced robotics and AI software company founded by BUET grad raises funds to expand its systems across various industries.
Shomvob Secures US$1Mn in Pre-Seed from Cocoon Capital
Silver and blue collar focused platform raises global funding to enhance employment opportunities.
Founder Spotlight: Arefin Zaman
Arefin Zaman, Founder and CEO of MedEasy, a healthcare company in Bangladesh shares his entrepreneurial journey.
SBK Tech Ventures Invests US$7.1Mn in Six Startups
SBK Tech Ventures has disclosed its six deals across different sectors in the latest quarter of 2024.
Fundraising and the Art of the Seed Round
Fundraising is crucial but not a guarantee of success. Quality capital and institutional investors matter more than just valuation.
NexHealth Achieves US$1Bn Valuation, Aims to Revolutionize Healthcare Infrastructure
Bangladeshi American founded healthcare API startup reached unicorn status with its latest round of funding.
Deputy Becomes Australia's First Tech 'Unicorn' in Two Years
Deputy hits US$1.1Bn valuation with US$37Mn investment from Express Employment.
Venture Capital Investing: Why VCs Chase High Growth and a Large Market
VCs need high-growth potential in large markets for robust fund returns, as a few successful investments drive overall fund performance.
Demystifying Post-Money and Pre-Money Valuation: A Primer For Startups
Difference between pre-money and post-money valuation, highlighting how the choice impacts equity ownership and investor certainty.