Secrets of Singapore Startup Ecosystem 〈English〉

Startup Grind is the world’s largest community of startups, investors, innovators, and creators. We host 1000’s of events , but more than that Startup Grind is a community. We bring like-minded yet diverse individuals together to connect, learn, teach, help, build, and belong. 

We do this daily through our local events, flagship conferences , startup program, and online media - collectively reaching over 4 million startups worldwide.  

We are Startup Grind Fukuoka. This time, we are inviting a great speaker from Singapore.

1. Singapore as a Central Hub for Investment and Startups
   Singapore stands out as the central hub for private capital activities in Southeast Asia, primarily due to its business-friendly environment, favorable tax incentives, and strategic position as a gateway for foreign investors looking to enter the region. The city-state has developed economically through pro-business regulations and offers a conducive environment for companies and investors alike.
   
   
2. Challenges and Opportunities in Venture Capital (VC)
   Southeast Asia, with Singapore at the forefront, presents a landscape where VC activity is significantly more vibrant than Private Equity (PE), driven by robust demographics, a growing digital economy, and an influx of foreign investors. However, the region faces challenges in providing sufficient growth-stage capital, with a high number of small funds and a relatively low number of funds raised at or above $250 million.
   
   
3. Increasing Foreign Investor Participation
   More than 60% of PE and VC deals in Southeast Asia have involved foreign investors, underscoring the region's reliance on outside capital for growth. This dynamic has been instrumental in driving investment in nascent tech ecosystems and expanding the consumer base, particularly in Singapore.
   
   
4. Digital Economy and Consumer Market
   Southeast Asia's digital economy, heavily influenced by the widespread adoption of smartphones and the internet, has seen rapid growth, with Singapore leading the charge. The region's digital economy now drives more than $200 billion annually, offering vast opportunities for startups and investors focused on consumer products and digital services.
   
   
5. VC and PE Activity Trends
   Singapore has experienced consistent growth in both VC and PE activities, with a significant number of deals being completed annually. The city-state has nearly 6000 PE and VC deals, showcasing its critical role in the Southeast Asia private capital market.
   
   
6. Indonesia as a Growing Alternative
   While Singapore dominates the startup ecosystem landscape, Indonesia is emerging as a viable alternative within Southeast Asia, thanks to its large population and a thriving tech ecosystem. This dynamic suggests a potential shift or expansion in focus for investors and startups looking beyond Singapore for opportunities.
   

〈　Speakers　〉



Special Guest Speakers：

Jonas Thuerig（Managing Partner of VP APAC at Tenity）

Moderator：

John Kojiro Moriwaka（Director of Startup Grind Fukuoka）

Host：

Luke Tanaka（MC of Startup Grind Fukuoka）

〈　Date　〉



Tuesday, April 30, 2024

〈　Start　〉



20:00 JST

You can enter the room from 10 minutes in advance.



〈　Place
　〉



Zoom（webinar）




〈　Admission　〉



free

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What is Startup Grind?

Startup Grind was founded in 2010 when our founder, Derek Andersen got some friends and fellow entrepreneurs together to crack the same problem they were all facing: the growing challenges of launching a company.

We host a lot of events. But more than that, Startup Grind is a community. We bring like-minded yet diverse individuals together to connect, learn, teach, help, build, and belong.

We were founded in Silicon Valley, but our chapters have roots in 600 cities across 125 countries (and counting!)

Our mission：

To give startups everywhere the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale their companies.

Our values：

We believe in making friends, not contacts. We believe in giving first, not taking. We believe in helping others before helping yourself.

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