ScaleUp Malaysia Accelerator

01/11/2023

❗❗Exciting times ahead for ScaleUp Malaysia portfolio companies BiiB and Midwest Composites❗❗

We are proud to announce that BiiB and Midwest Composites have placed in the top 10 of the Selangor Accelerator Programme 2023 (SAP 2023). These companies will get the chance to exhibit their innovative solutions at the Meet Taipei 2023 expo, which is happening from Nov 30 to Dec 2, and partake visits to leading tech companies in Taiwan.

Congratulations to the entire BiiB and Midwest team for their relentless dedication and hard work. We are thrilled to witness your continued success and contributions as entrepreneurs.

Ten start-ups in artificial intelligence (AI) and biotechnology, who were crowned as the champions of the sixth cohort of the Selangor Accelerator Programme 2023 (SAP23), will get the chance to exhibit their innovative solutions at the Meet Taipei 2023 expo, which is happening from Nov 30 to Dec 2,....

04/10/2023

With the presentation of the Budget 2024 looming just around the corner, Founders from the 100 Soonicorns Program have come together to propose 9 recommendations that they think will have a big impact on later stage growth companies like them.

Dr. Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Senior Partner at ScaleUp Malaysia expands on these 9 recommendations that look at key areas in which the government can further strengthen their support of the startup ecosystem without the need for any fund allocation.

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With over 2 decades of involvement with Malaysia's startup ecosystem, Dr V Sivapalan lists 9 key recommendations the Madani govt must seriously into implementing for Malaysia's startup ecosystem to power up to the next level.

02/10/2023

🎉🐾 Exciting News from Our Portfolio Company! 🐾🎉

ScaleUp Malaysia is thrilled to announce that Petotum, a portfolio company from our latest cohort has secured a partnership with Etiqa General Insurance Berhad, a leading insurance provider in Malaysia to bring you PAWer Insurance. This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionize the pet ecosystem, providing enhanced coverage and streamlined services for pet owners, marking a significant milestone in their journey towards pet care .

With Petotum and Etiqa joining paws 🤝, you can now rest easy, knowing that your pet's health and happiness are in the best hands. 🏥🐕 This insurance plan is a true game-changer, offering comprehensive coverage for accidents and illnesses & cashless admission features, so your pets can live their fullest lives without any worries. 🐈❤️

Congratulations to the entire Petotum team for this incredible milestone! 🥳 This partnership signifies a huge leap forward in ensuring the safety and well-being of our beloved furry friends and their human companions.

To learn more about PAWer insurance and how it can benefit you and your four-legged family members, visit the Petotum website today!

Experience the best care for your pets - All in on pet care service including pet insurance, pet care service & vets.

08/08/2023

Join us tomorrow as we Celebrate World Humanitarian Day with Batik Boutique, an award-winning social enterprise in Malaysia, and tune in to an insightful discussion on 'Batik Artistry for Change’ to see how batik can help to fashion a better future for marginalised communities.

Join host Zikry Kholil, along with Amy Blair, founder of ScaleUp Malaysia investee company Batik Boutique, fashion enthusiast and artist Atilia Haron, as well as our very own Senior Partner and Impact Investor Renuka Sena, as they delve into the power of batik to drive transformation.

Save the date with the details below:

Date: August 9th,⁣ 2023
Time: 8:30 PM⁣
Tune in: https://bit.ly/3Y79bRU
Save to your calendar: https://bit.ly/3Qim3Tl

With Incitement, The Batik Boutique, Emerce TV , Atilia Haron

24/07/2023

Exciting times ahead for ScaleUp Malaysia company, Beebag!

We are proud to announce that BeeBag has emerged as one of the five grand winners of the Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia 2022 National Finals!

Congratulations to the entire BeeBag team for their relentless dedication and hard work! We are thrilled to witness your continued success and contributions as entrepreneurs.

Read more at: https://www.nst.com.my/business/2023/07/931833/shell-livewires-grand-winners-revealed

KUALA LUMPUR: Shell has awarded five enterprises as grand winners of Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia 2022 in the national finals.

21/07/2023

Traditionally, being viewed as a “hustler” was perceived as having a negative connotation. Recently, however, being seen as a hustler is not only complimentary, it is necessary to succeed. A hustler is not only one who can get things done but can make things happen, for an entrepreneur the latter is a skeleton key to progress.

Here’s what our senior partner, Dr.V. Sivapalan had to say...

20/07/2023

“We have done a lot for start-ups in Malaysia, from providing capability development programmes to funding to government agencies helping with market access. But without opportunities for exits via IPOs and M&A, investors will always stay away from investing in VC funds and start-ups; and without exits, our ecosystem cannot grow,” Dr Sivapalan Vivekarajah, senior partner of Scaleup Malaysia Accelerator.

Read the full story at The Edge: https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/673867

As all start-ups will tell you, raising funds is one of the most challenging aspects of building a successful business. And, as most venture capitalists (VCs) would concur, they too have a tough time raising money for their funds, and that is indeed a VC’s biggest challenge. Fundraising...

19/07/2023

On this auspicious occasion of Maal Hijrah, the ScaleUp Malaysia team sends our heartfelt wishes to our Muslim friends.

May this new Islamic year bring you prosperity, happiness and spiritual growth.

Selamat Maal Hijrah!

17/07/2023

〽️Poor cash-flow management is causing more business failures today than ever before.〽️

In order to scale, you will need to pay attention to your metrics. Here are some suggested key metrics from Dr.V. Sivapalan that have helped our alumni with their cash flow management.

14/07/2023

Team DoBetter emerged as the champion at the ImpactHack 2023 Hackathon by Standard Chartered, winning RM30,000 in cash, along with well-deserved trophies and certificates.

We are proud to share that our very own General Partner, Aaron Sarma, was a distinguished member of the panel of judges.

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Team DoBetter took home RM30,000 in cash as well as trophies and certificates after emerging as champion at ImpactHack 2023 Hackathon by Standard Chartered.