Indonesian tech startups are grappling with a prolonged funding slump while pushing into new markets for survival. Recent data shows startup investments in Indonesia have dropped steadily since 2021, with Southeast Asia’s overall venture funding falling 23.3% month-on-month in December 2025, hitting a 12-month low in deal counts. This comes amid broader regional challenges, where […]
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Indonesia Fintech Boost Honest Hits 100M Funding
Indonesia’s fintech sector got a major boost yesterday as startup Honest announced it has raised its total equity funding to $100 million. This round, highlighted in recent online posts and reports, positions Honest to expand credit services and revolutionize access to finance in a country where millions still lack traditional banking options. It matters because […]
Indonesia and Japan Collaborate on Migrant Worker Recruitment; DAMAC Group Invests $2 Billion in Indonesian Digital Economy
In a significant development for the Asian labour market, Indonesia and Japan have announced a collaboration aimed at streamlining the recruitment process for migrant workers. According to a report by ANTARA News, Christina Aryani, the Vice Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers, confirmed this strategic move. This partnership is expected to provide a […]