Southeast Asia’s largest talent platform for career development and recruitment Glints announced today (April 6) that it has raised US$ 22.5 million in an oversubscribed series C round led by Tokyo-listed PERSOL Holdings. The funding round includes participation from existing investors including Monk’s Hill Ventures, Fresco Capital, Mindworks Ventures, Wavemaker …
Read More »S’pore-Based Gushcloud International Strengthens Esports Presence With DIVINITY Buyout
Singapore-based Gushcloud International announced today (March 18) that it has acquired esports talents company DIVINITY’s contracts as part of its strategy to solidify its presence in the esports industry. Previously, Gushcloud International invested in Japan-based esports management agency, Relation X. As part of this acquisition deal, Gushcloud will become the …
Read More »From Home Kitchen To Global Stores: How This S’pore-Based Vegan Ice Cream Brand Raised $1M
Going vegan no longer means having to give up all your favourite sweet treats and desserts. While many F&B establishments have taken to adding vegan dessert options to their menus, specialty stores selling vegan treats are also gradually popping up around the island. One of such stores is Kind Kones, …
Read More »S’pore-Based Fintech Startup GoBear Lays Off 22 Staff Despite Recent US$17M Funding
Singapore-based fintech startup GoBear announced yesterday (1 September) that it would be retrenching 22 employees due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This makes up 11 per cent of GoBear’s total workforce of 200 employees. The affected employees are from GoBear’s operations, product and technology teams. Out of the 22 employees, six …
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