Quick commerce startup Astro raises US$27M Series A led by Accel, Sequoia India
The Astro team Astro, an on-demand quick e-commerce platform for groceries and other daily essentials in Indonesia, has secured US$27…
How this startup is making NFTs more than a speculative investment and a status symbol
For all the hype surrounding NFTs, its current concept in practice has acquired a bad rep. It’s not hard to…
The critical role of AI in CX: How it can meet the ever-increasing customer service expectations
The pandemic has led to breakdowns in customer service, with contact centres still recovering from outbreaks and lockdown restrictions. Often,…
Business travel in the new normal: Strategies and tools for SME travel programme
Taking on that first business trip can be a huge step for any SME, not least the additional safety concerns…
There is a concerning lack of cybersecurity talent. Here’s how to tackle it
Singapore businesses and private individuals are no strangers to cyber attacks. The ongoing pandemic has further amplified the use of…
Ecosystem Roundup: Grab snaps up grocery retailer, BCA to pour US$27.8M into VC arm, Ayoconnect banks US$15M
Grab acquires Jaya Grocer to expand its on-demand grocery delivery in Malaysia The deal enables Grab to bring more Jaya…
How to become a thought leader with the e27 Contributor Programme
Since its inception, e27 has tried to nurture this one, big happy community. Empowering entrepreneurs with the tools to build and…
MedHyve raises pre-seed round to make medical procurement easy for small hospitals
MedHyve Co-Founder and CEO of Nigel Lirio MedHyve, an online B2B medical equipment marketplace, has raised US$407,500 in pre-seed investment.…
Why smart businesses will prioritise smart payments acceptance
As businesses emerge from a pandemic that drove many to adopt digital payments, they are now looking to leverage their…
Grab acquires Jaya Grocer to expand its on-demand grocery delivery in Malaysia
Grab has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in Malaysia’s mass-premium supermarket chain Jaya Grocer, the tech giant announced…