This Week's Briefings

Daily Briefing: October 29, 2025

Indonesia’s tech scene saw fresh momentum today, with digital lender Bank Jago leading the headlines. The company reported profits more than doubling in the first nine months of 2025, fueled by a jump in interest income from increased app usage. This growth highlights Bank Jago’s strong position in Southeast Asia’s expanding digital economy, where fintech […]


Indonesia Tech Startups Gain Momentum

Indonesia’s tech startup scene showed fresh momentum in the last day or two, with discussions heating up around growth opportunities and local innovations. On October 3, Forbes published an article spotlighting Indonesia’s chance to expand its startup ecosystem, driven by a young population and rising investor interest in areas like fintech and e-commerce. This matters […]


Xendit Launches Free VC Database in Southeast Asia as viAct Secures $7.3M Funding; Samsung Earphones Lead Sales Amid Cryptocurrency Market Concerns

In today’s technology and financial news, we are seeing a significant shift towards digital services and products across Southeast Asia. Xendit, a financial service platform, has launched a free venture capital (VC) startup database in Southeast Asia, aimed at connecting aspiring startups with potential investors. This initiative is a strategic move to stimulate the growth […]