AppWorks

Founded in 2010, AppWorks is a Taipei-based venture capital firm that invests in seed and early-stage startups across Southeast Asia. The firm focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, internet of things, web3, and blockchain. Additionally, it offers acceleration services to support its portfolio companies.

Jack An

Associate

Joseph Chan

Partner

Alyssa Chen

Principal

Nice Cheng

Partner

Norman Chi

Analyst

Sophie Chiu

Associate

Bill Hsu

Analyst

Natalie Lin

Analyst

Zhichen Lin

Founder, Partner and Chairman

Jamie Lin

Partner

Michelle Lin

Analyst

Jessica Liu

Partner

Andy Tsai

Partner

Ching Tseng

Principal

Jun , Wakabayashi,

Associate

David Wu

Associate

Past deals in Mobile

XO (former Rooit)

Non Equity Assistance in 2024
Rooit is an internet company based in Taipei City, Taiwan, founded in 2016, that offers a gamified mobile application aimed at enhancing communication among young people. The application connects users through anonymous themed chat rooms, allowing them to engage in conversations centered around specific topics while also incorporating fun games to facilitate interaction. It features a phone registration mechanism that enables users to create friend lists and share their emotions, helping to alleviate feelings of loneliness. Rooit seeks to transform the way millennials communicate and make friends in a digital landscape.

EMQ

Series B in 2020
EMQ Limited is a financial technology company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, with additional offices in Taiwan and China. The company focuses on developing a comprehensive financial network across Asia, primarily targeting remittance services. EMQ partners with financial institutions and strategic partners in various countries, including Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines, to facilitate and settle cross-border remittances. The company operates a settlement network designed to offer affordable, efficient, and transparent financial services, ensuring that users can conduct cross-border transactions in a streamlined and secure manner. EMQ holds licenses from relevant authorities in Hong Kong and Indonesia, which allows it to operate as a Money Service Operator and Fund Transfer Operator, respectively.

Beam

Series A in 2020
Beam Mobility Holdings Pte. Ltd. is a micro-mobility company that offers electric scooters for rent through a user-friendly mobile application. Established in 2018 and based in Singapore, Beam aims to enhance urban mobility by providing a network of shared e-scooters that can be easily accessed on a pay-per-use basis. The company promotes responsible parking by incentivizing users to return scooters to designated parking spots, thereby minimizing clutter on city streets. By leveraging Internet of Things technology, Beam contributes to improved last-mile connectivity, helps alleviate traffic congestion, and supports environmental sustainability efforts.

PubGame

Series A in 2013
PubGame is a web and mobile games publishing platform operated by Net Publishing. Founded in 2011 and based in Taiwan, PubGame assists game developers and publishers worldwide, with a focus on Southeast Asian markets, to reach more players and generate revenue. Net Publishing specializes in marketing, distribution, and monetization of games, enabling partners to focus on building their games.

Gameape

Seed Round in 2012
GameApe is Taiwan's first dedicated mobile games professional website, focusing on iOS and Android platforms. The company provides a comprehensive information portal that offers players valuable resources, including game evaluations, pricing details, and strategic insights. Additionally, GameApe features user ratings and reviews, enhancing the gaming experience by helping players make informed decisions about various games. Through its platform, the company aims to serve as a central hub for mobile gamers seeking in-depth knowledge and analysis of the latest titles available on their devices.
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