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Taiwan has long been a global icon for techology hardware industry, particularly for semiconductor. However, recent years have witnessed a subtle yet transformative shift in the tech. landscape. Over the past few years, a new wave of software companies has emerged and got listed domestically and globally, such as Perfect, Gogolook, 91App, Appier, and more. What's even more astonishing is that the valuation of Taiwanese software companies has surged to the forefront globally. To delve deeply into this captivating transformation, QIC will be hosting a luncheon session from 12:30 to 13:50 on 11/1 as part of our 14th Taiwan CEO Week in Hong Kong. We are honored to invite two esteemed Taiwanese VC investors, JJ Fang from AVA and Joseph Chan from Appwork, who will be sharing their insights based on their extensive experience in supporting and investing in numerous Taiwan startups. In this session, they will thoroughly delve into future opportunities and the outlook for the Taiwanese startup landscape, exploring various dimensions, including talent, policy, and more. 📌 Sign up now: https://reurl.cc/1GGx19 #startups #NewEconomy #Technology #Software #PrivateEquiy #VentureCapital #PE #VC

As an 🇪🇪 Estonian company, we are proud of our heritage and it is deeply rooted in everything we do. A small nation, but with a big impact on the world. Birthplace of Skype, Wise, Bolt, and many other successful startups. At Leil Storage, we want to be become the 1st Estonian unicorn in data storage industry. At the same time, we recognize the importance of Asia as a strategic market for our business. Asia is home to more than half of the world's population and some of the fastest-growing economies. Asia offers us opportunities to expand our customer base, diversify our revenue streams, and collaborate with innovative partners. Asia is also a source of inspiration, learning, and cultural exchange. We respect and appreciate the diversity and richness of Asian cultures, values, and perspectives. We believe that being an Estonian company and considering Asia as a strategic market are not mutually exclusive, but rather complementary. We believe that we can leverage our strengths as an Estonian company to offer tailored-fit and green data storage solutions to the Asian market. We believe that we can learn from the Asian market to improve our products, services, and processes. We believe that we can build long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with our Asian customers, partners, and investors. Excited to explore the possibilities and challenges that lie ahead!

At times like these, almost everything seems unimportant. Work. Business. Relationships. Those all seem to become secondary. But they’re not. We need to stand strong as painful and unpleasant as it feels, because nobody has our back like we do. We need to keep driving business for Israeli startups and the High-Tech ecosystem. We can’t stop. We owe this to each other. We are committed to continuously supporting the Israeli tech ecosystem. #nomatterwhat

🔥 Tech startups! Ever wonder how the big guns pick their tech partners? The enterprise vendor game isn’t just about having top tech. It’s about alignment, unmatched value, and rock-solid reliability. Dive deep into the art of making the cut. Swipe through these slides and master the game of being the go-to tech vendor for massive enterprises! #TechVendorMastery #EnterpriseInsights #ValueDriven

New year, reaffirm commitment from Cap Vista team to bridge 🌉 the gap between startups and Singapore's defence ecosystem💪, and to accelerate our efforts to harness the commercial technologies. Check out what some of our Cap Vista team members say below. Finding product-market fit and getting access to the right partner while growing the competitive-edge is highly challenging for any startups. We're here to partner startups with innovative tech solutions to work with our Singapore's defence ecosystem. If you have a game-changing solution, do send us your pitch deck to team@capvista.com.sg Follow us and stay tuned for more exciting updates! #dualuse #strategic #vc Benjamin Tham Lynne Loh Juncheng C. Tan Y. Elaine Teoh Joseph Ho Lynn L. Eunice Ooi

At #Koryntia we are going to patent the fastest selection process in the world at a 100% remote level – without interview – without fine print – 100% transparent from minute 1 – all or nothing. 😂 We continue to implement speed in our short-term objectives. Tough times create strong #DeFi startups. Soon with news. #teamkoryntia #global #defistartup #web3 #remotework Koryntia

Make way for Hyper-Innovation with GCC 8.0.🚀 The pace of innovation in today's business world requires GCCs to constantly adapt and evolve their strategies. GCC 8.0 changes the game. By fostering a connected ecosystem that seamlessly integrates with service providers and startups, we're creating an environment for breakthrough ideas to flourish. This fosters collaboration and helps us tap into a wider pool of expertise, accelerating innovation. GCC 8.0 prioritizes strategic alignment between innovation and overall business goals. What's more? The best is yet to come. Swipe away to see how GCCs have scaled new heights. #GCC8 #innovationecosystem #futureofgcc

In today's fast-paced digital world, having a robust strategy is key to thriving online. At GeekSols, we specialize in creating innovative and adaptable solutions that cater to your unique needs. From startups to established enterprises, our expertise ensures you stay ahead of the curve. Ready to elevate your digital game? Reach out to us for more information #DigitalStrategy #Innovation #GeekSols Geek People Geek Solution

Yet another Cross-Country Startup ecosystem collaboration in the making: #Cisco for startups welcomed. Gary Gong, Chairman of i2i (Innovation to Industry) chairman Taiwan, explored the possibilities of collaboration between India and the Taiwanese startup ecosystem. It's an interesting learning to understand the dynamics of the Taiwan startup ecosystem, and the synergies it will bring to the Indian startup ecosystem. Way to go #Cisco for startups.

As we conclude the narrative of Q1'24 within Israeli tech, it's inspiring to witness the resilience and momentum of our ecosystem. This quarter, we've seen 50 startups raise a total $1.5 billion in funding, showcasing a significant 17% increase from the previous quarter, alongside a 25% uptick in deal volume. Our latest #Q1inReview report, prepared by David Ohana and the Greenfield Partners Team, dives deep into the trends we’ve seen this past quarter. For founders, this analysis serves as both a mirror to last quarter's successes and a window to the upcoming opportunities and trends. Find our report below. I welcome your thoughts and insights in the comments- let's discuss!