TikTok has reaffirmed its focus on becoming the platform where content and commerce converge, at the Shoppertainment Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia.
TikTok said in a statement that it showcased the tools and experiences available on the platform to deliver a commerce experience that is led by entertainment, providing users who...
The winners of the prestigious HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Indonesia 2023 awards have been announced by HR Asia, a leading publication in the human resources industry. In its eighth year, the 2023 Indonesia programme recognised 70 outstanding organisations that have excelled in creating exemplary work environments for their employees.
This year's theme is "Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion." HR...
Paywatch, a leading Earned Wage Access (EWA) provider in Asia, has partnered with Bank KB Bukopin to launch the first bank-backed EWA service in Indonesia, aimed at promoting greater financial inclusion and improving the financial well-being of employees. The successful launch of this service follows the signing of a...
Baskit, a start-up focused on offering technologies that harness the power of traditional supply chains in Indonesia, today announced that it has raised US$1.5 million in pre-seed funding.
The round is led by Forge Ventures, with co-investment from Sketchnote Partners, DS/X Ventures, Prasetia Ventures, and other prominent global and regional...
Indonesia’s early-stage venture capital firm AC Ventures (ACV) has announced its latest value creation initiative in the form of an expert advisor community, designed to help startups achieve operational excellence from day one.
Advisors on ACV’s roster are tasked to work closely with founders to provide strategic advice and consultations....
Singapore-based live commerce and shoppable short video solutions provider BeLive Technology has announced a new partnership with istyle.id, Indonesia’s leading online e-commerce platform which offers various products specialised in Korean beauty, fashion, and lifestyle.
This latest collaboration marks BeLive Technology’s further expansion across Asia as well as the opportunity to advance...
EdenFarm, a food service-focused startup based in Indonesia, has secured US$13.5 million in its latest Pre-Series B bridge round, which was led by Telkomsel venture arm – TMI, AppWorks, and AC Ventures. The deal was also supported by Decart Ventures, Fubon Capital, Trihill Capital, OCBC NISP Ventura, Nakhla and...
CARSOME is bolstering its Indonesian operations and has committed to expanding its business in the nation’s new planned capital, Nusantara.
The company will work with Indonesia-based Electrum to contribute to the future of Indonesian mobility by encouraging the adoption of sustainable mobility solutions as the country ramps up towards meeting...
Indonesia-based Waste4Change announced that it secured a US$5 million series A funding round, co-led by AC Ventures and PT Barito Mitra Investama. The round was joined by Basra Corporation, Paloma Capital, PT Delapan Satu Investa, Living Lab Ventures, SMDV, and Urban Gateway Fund.
Waste4Change is a leading waste management platform...
Mastercard and Grab have announced the “Small Business, Big Dreams” regional program to digitally upskill gig economy workers and small businesses in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
The collaboration is part of Strive Community, a global philanthropic initiative developed by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth and Caribou Digital. Strive...
According to IDC Asia/Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) Datacenter Survey (2021), about one-third of organizations in Indonesia see sustainability as one of the key considerations when selecting a colocation provider. These organizations identify investments in renewable energy sources and green initiatives as the selection criteria.
“Sustainability is becoming an important issue...
Indonesia’s business-to-business market platform for farmers AgriAku has secured US$35 million in a Series A funding round led by Alpha JWC Ventures as it looks to expand its team and product range.
Existing backers Go-Ventures and MDI Ventures also joined the round, along with new investors such as BRI Ventures,...
