Investors in Malaysia

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Gobi Partners

Founded in 2002, Gobi Partners is a Pan-Asian venture capital firm with over $1.5 billion in assets under management. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong, the firm supports entrepreneurs from early to growth stages, focusing on emerging markets. With 15 locations across Asia, Gobi has invested in over 350 startups and nurtured 10 unicorns.
Made 21 investments in Malaysia

1337 Ventures

Founded in Malaysia in 2012, 1337 Ventures is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage startups. It invests in and supports idea-stage to growth-stage companies across various tech sectors, with a track record of helping over 24 startups achieve success.
Made 15 investments in Malaysia

Vertex Ventures

Vertex Ventures is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. With offices across the U.S., China, Israel, India, and Southeast Asia, they focus on enterprise and infrastructure companies, supporting innovative entrepreneurs with operational expertise and access to capital.
Made 13 investments in Malaysia

Cradle Fund

Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd is a not-for-profit organization based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, established in 2003 under the Ministry of Finance Malaysia. It focuses on supporting early-stage technology start-ups through its Cradle Investment Programme. Over its 13-year history, Cradle has successfully funded more than 700 Malaysian tech start-ups, boasting the highest commercialization rate among government grants in the country. In 2015, Cradle expanded its role from grant provider to investor by launching Cradle Seed Ventures, further enhancing its portfolio with equity investments in 2017. The organization not only offers financial support but also provides commercialisation assistance, coaching, and various value-added services tailored to meet the diverse needs of today’s entrepreneurs. Cradle's mission is to be the leading agency for pre-seed, seed, and start-up stage funding in Malaysia, fostering the growth of start-up companies through effective funding and support services.
Made 19 investments in Malaysia

VentureTECH

VentureTECH is an investment company established in 2009 by the Government of Malaysia, operating under the Ministry of Economic Affairs. Based in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, the company aims to foster the participation of local enterprises in high value-added and high technology industries, which are crucial for advancing the nation towards a sustainable high-income economy. VentureTECH focuses on growth capital investments in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, renewable energy, clean technology, sustainable agriculture, and automation. By targeting these key areas, VentureTECH supports the development of Malaysia's industry 4.0 ecosystem, promoting innovation and technological advancement within the country.
Made 5 investments in Malaysia

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC), established in 1992 by the Malaysian government, is a pioneering venture capital firm based in Kuala Lumpur. Initially focused on promoting and commercializing local research, MTDC has evolved into a comprehensive venture capital solutions provider, supporting technology businesses from laboratory ideas to full commercialization. It invests in sectors such as energy, technology, electronics, aerospace and mobility, food security, and healthcare.
Made 5 investments in Malaysia

Vynn Capital

Vynn Capital is a venture capital firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Established in 2018, the company invests in entrepreneurs with strong operational involvement and focuses on industries such as travel, property, food & FMCG, female economics, logistics fulfillment, and fintech.
Made 5 investments in Malaysia

Cradle Seed Ventures

Cradle Seed Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Malaysia. It manages an early-stage fund, focusing on technology startups with high growth potential led by passionate founders. The firm leverages Cradle Fund's extensive experience in supporting early-stage companies and provides operational support as they scale.
Made 4 investments in Malaysia

Catcha Group

Catcha Group, founded in 1999 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is a venture capital investment firm that focuses on investing in small- to medium-sized businesses, particularly those in the disruptive technology sector. The firm aims to achieve rapid growth and profitability for its portfolio companies by taking significant stakes and providing mentorship to help unlock their full potential. Catcha Group emphasizes collaboration with its companies, working alongside them to navigate challenges and celebrate successes, with the goal of positioning them as leaders in their respective markets.
Made 6 investments in Malaysia

Asia Venture Group

Asia Venture Group is a private Internet holding company founded in 2013 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It specializes in creating long-term value in Southeast Asian online markets by focusing on digital distribution models. The company combines international expertise with rigorous execution and outstanding management talent, working closely with top local partners. Asia Venture Group is highly selective in choosing the companies it supports, allowing for strong engagement in their daily operations. This hands-on approach enables the firm to effectively target key opportunities within the Asian internet landscape.
Made 9 investments in Malaysia

Sunsino Venture Group

Sunsino Venture Group is a venture capital firm based in Taipei, Taiwan, founded in 1994. The firm has invested in over 200 companies across Taiwan and the United States, focusing primarily on the healthcare, technology, and software sectors. With approximately US$150 million in assets under management, Sunsino Venture Group aims to support innovative companies that demonstrate growth potential in these industries.

RHL Ventures

RHL Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It pursues long-term growth and supports small and medium-sized enterprises across ASEAN countries, taking a sector-agnostic approach to investment.
Made 3 investments in Malaysia

Sequoia Capital Israel

Sequoia Capital Israel is a venture capital firm that backs startups and growth companies across seed to late-stage rounds, with a focus on Israel. It invests across sectors including fintech, financial services, internet, mobile, technology, and healthcare, spanning banking, payments, advertising, ecommerce, data, security, software, and related enabling tech. Typical commitments range from 100,000 to 1 million in seed, 1 to 10 million in early venture, and 10 to 100 million in growth rounds. The firm is based in Tel Aviv and operates as part of Sequoia Capital's global network.
Made 16 investments in Malaysia

Monk’s Hill Ventures

Monk's Hill Ventures, founded in 2014 by Peng T. Ong and Kuo-Yi Lim, is a Singapore-based venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage technology investments across Southeast Asia. The firm targets promising startups at the pre-Series A and Series A stages, focusing on sectors such as health tech, edtech, software, media, insurtech, e-commerce, fintech, and big data. Backed by global institutional investors and family offices, Monk's Hill Ventures emphasizes a first-principles approach to investment, breaking down ideas and business models to understand their fundamentals. The firm is characterized by its network of experienced entrepreneurs, operators, and advisors who provide valuable insights and guidance to founders. With a presence in key Southeast Asian markets including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand, Monk's Hill Ventures aims to support startups that leverage technology to improve lives across the region.
Made 2 investments in Malaysia

Ficus Capital

Ficus Capital is a venture capital management company established in 2018 and located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm focuses on investing in technology start-ups and companies across various sectors, including logistics, fintech, greentech, health tech, big data analysis, cloud services, e-commerce, and edutech. With a commitment to fostering innovation, Ficus Capital aims to support emerging businesses that are poised to make significant impacts in their respective industries.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

GameFounders

GameFounders is an accelerator founded in 2012, specializing in supporting early-stage game studios and startups. It focuses on mobile, VR, and AR studios, typically investing up to $30,000 for a dilutable 9% stake. The program offers a three-month long intensive mentoring period, with an initial grant of $25,000, and accepts around 10 studios per cohort. GameFounders is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia.
Made 5 investments in Malaysia

Artem Ventures

Artem Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 and based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It concentrates on fintech and insurtech investments and supports entrepreneurs with capital and strategic guidance to develop sustainable and adaptable businesses.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

TH Capital

TH Capital is a Malaysian venture capital firm established in 2017 and located in Kuala Lumpur. It focuses on investing in technology-driven companies in sectors such as fintech, internet of things, e-commerce, and mobile gaming throughout Southeast Asia. The firm aims to empower and accelerate ventures by providing capital, business consultancy, strategic mentorship, and robust networking opportunities. With a strong emphasis on technology innovation, TH Capital occupies a distinctive position in the Malaysian funding landscape, aligning its investments with initiatives that contribute to nation-building efforts.
Made 3 investments in Malaysia

Grab

Grab is a Southeast Asia-based mobile platform that integrates ride-hailing, food and grocery delivery, and financial services, connecting drivers, merchants, and customers through a single app. It operates in Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar, and holds a leading market share in ride-hailing and food delivery, with 89% of revenue derived from these core businesses. The company also offers payments, consumer loans, and enterprise financial services. It charges commissions to both riders and merchants as it links them with consumers. Founded in 2012 by Anthony Tan and Tan Hooi Ling, Grab is headquartered in Singapore and maintains offices in Seattle, Beijing, Bangalore, Jakarta, and Vietnam. In 2024, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia together contributed more than 70% of revenue.
Made 2 investments in Malaysia

Golden Gate Ventures

Founded in Singapore in 2011, Golden Gate Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage internet and mobile startups across Southeast Asia. It focuses on companies with launched products or established distribution partnerships, preferring to take minority equity stakes. The firm has invested in over 70 companies, including nine unicorns.
Made 2 investments in Malaysia

Vertex Ventures SE Asia & India

Vertex Ventures SE Asia & India is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in technology companies in the mobile internet, consumer mobile, enterprise, and healthcare sectors. With a preference for South Asia, particularly India, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, the firm specializes in start-ups, Series A, Series B, early-stage, and early-growth investments. Based in Singapore, Vertex Ventures SE Asia & India operates as a subsidiary of Vertex Venture Holdings Ltd, with additional offices in Bengaluru, India, Jakarta, Indonesia, and Taiwan. The firm typically invests around US$2-5 million per portfolio but can go up to US$10-12 million for certain opportunities.

Kairous Capital

Kairous Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2015, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It focuses on investing in mid-sized companies across Greater China and ASEAN that leverage technology to disrupt industries.
Made 2 investments in Malaysia

Carsome

Carsome operates an online platform that connects sellers of used cars with dealers, offering inspection, valuation, bidding, and logistics to facilitate the entire selling process. The platform supports ownership transfer, financing options, and a curated selection of pre-owned cars for buyers, enabling relatively quick sales. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Malaysia, Carsome has expanded to Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

Xeraya Capital

Xeraya Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, founded in 2012. It concentrates on investments in life sciences and healthcare companies, including medical technologies, pharmaceutical biotechnology, and biorenewables, with interests in medical devices, diagnostics, biologics, and related fields that advance healthcare and sustainable bio-based products.

Great Ocean Guoxin (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Great Ocean Guoxin ( Malaysia ) encompass both conventional and technological notion in its business portfolio. On top of our conventional trading and finance venture, we took a seat in the technological scene as we believe the biggest macro investment opportunities of the next decade lies in disruptive technologies. We believe that business should evolve from time to time with highly informed active management, content adjustment, continuous market analysis and a general cardinal approach. Therefore, we are in line to expand into new business of value & proposition from time to time and move into new areas with primary goal of creating a diversify portfolio with financial gain that our perform the market.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn Bhd

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn Bhd is a venture capital firm specializing in incubation, seed, start-up, and early stage financing. It provides loans and equity investments through flexible funding via convertible notes and/or preference shares. The firm is involved in development and promotion of indigenous technologies, acquisition of strategic foreign technologies, and the creation of technology-based companies in Malaysia. It seeks to make investment in advanced manufacturing, advanced material, electronics, information technology, and biotechnology sectors. The firm also provides technology development program, consulting, technology infrastructure, and corporate advisory services. It was founded in 1992 and is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn Bhd is a subsidiary of Khazanah Nasional Berhad.

MyEG Capital

MyEG Capital is an investment holding company focused on making strategic investments in startups and IT companies through its venture investment operations. It aims to empower local entrepreneurs and bolster the domestic technology sector by supporting innovative projects across various industries and stages of development. As a wholly owned subsidiary of MyEG Services Berhad, which is recognized as Malaysia's e-Government services provider, MyEG Capital plays a significant role in fostering entrepreneurship and technological advancement within the country. The company actively seeks out talented individuals and teams to collaborate with, contributing to the growth of Malaysia's technology ecosystem.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

Elixir Capital Management

Elixir Capital Management is a private equity and venture capital firm that invests in growth-stage technology and tech-enabled companies, including logistics and payments. The firm pursues opportunities in Southeast Asia, with a focus on Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore. It typically makes minority investments, ranging from 2 million to 6 million, and takes equity stakes between 25% and 40% in portfolio companies. The firm aims to realize exits within three to five years. Founded in 2011, Elixir Capital Management is based in Palo Alto, California, and maintains a presence in Kuala Lumpur to support its regional investments.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

Segnel Ventures

Segnel Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in Singapore. It focuses on investments in information technology and mobile sectors in South and Southeast Asia. The firm supports entrepreneurs beyond funding by providing management guidance, overseas business development, and access to its professional network.

JAFCO Asia

Established in 1990, JAFCO Asia is a prominent venture capital firm with offices across Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul, and Beijing. With over US$1.2 billion under management, they have invested in 368 companies across 13 countries, divesting 260, including 86 publicly listed ones. Since 2000, JAFCO Asia has focused on technology-related investments, becoming a leading venture capital firm for tech startups in the region.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

Fullerton Financial Holdings

Established in 2008, Fullerton Financial Holdings operates as a financial advisory firm, investing in and managing financial institutions across emerging markets. With entities in eight Asian countries, it employs over 80,000 staff serving more than seven million customers. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Temasek (Private) Holdings, it specializes in the mass market and SME segments within the financial services sector.
Made 1 investment in Malaysia

SOSV

Founded in 1995, SOSV is a global venture capital firm headquartered in New Jersey. It focuses on seed-to-growth stage investments in deep tech innovations, primarily in bio-tech/life sciences and hardware/robotics sectors, with a commitment to human and planetary health.
Made 9 investments in Malaysia

MAVCAP

Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad (MAVCAP) is the largest venture capital firm in Malaysia, established in 2001. The company specializes in investing in technology companies, particularly within the information and communication technology (ICT) sector, as well as other high-growth industries. MAVCAP aims to support the development of innovative businesses in Malaysia, contributing to the growth of the local economy and fostering entrepreneurship. Through its strategic investments, MAVCAP plays a significant role in nurturing the technology landscape in the country.

Kumpulan Modal Perdana

Established in 2001, Kumpulan Modal Perdana is a venture capital firm based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. It focuses on investing in Malaysian companies operating in the electronics, renewable energy, and green technology sectors. The firm goes beyond financial support, offering expertise, network, and value-added services to foster growth and innovation.

Sun SEA Capital

Sunway CVC, established in 2018, is the corporate venture arm of Sunway Group, based in Selangor, Malaysia. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage startups, particularly in the series-A and early series-B stages, across Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Its investment strategy targets sectors such as fintech, enterprise solutions, logistics, media and entertainment, and digital health. Sunway CVC operates in collaboration with KK Fund, a Singapore-based venture capital firm, to enhance its reach and impact in the burgeoning startup ecosystem of the region.

Tembusu Partners Pte - 天宝富投资有限公司

Tembusu Partners Pte Ltd. is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in early stage and growth investments. The firm primarily invests in education, healthcare, technology, oil & gas, engineering services, resources and manufacturing sectors. It focuses on investments across Asia with a focus on Malaysia. Tembusu Partners Pte Ltd. was founded in 2006 and is based in Singapore, Singapore with additional offices in Shanghai and Guiyang, China.

Lever VC

Lever VC is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments in the food and agriculture ecosystem, with emphasis on sustainability, health, and the development of alternative proteins. The firm backs startups across food technology, agricultural technology, novel ingredients, plant-based and cell-based proteins, farm inputs, crop technology, and related consumer products and services. It operates globally, with offices in New York and Hong Kong and staff across the United States, Hong Kong, Europe, and Israel, plus a regional presence in Kuala Lumpur. Led by Managing Partner Nick Cooney, a co-founder of New Crop Capital and the Good Food Institute, Lever VC combines experience in the alternative protein space with a broad investment approach across regions and sectors.

Authentic Ventures

Founded in 2016, Authentic Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Oakland, California. It specializes in seed and early-stage investments, focusing on enterprise software, fintech, digital health, deep tech, and selectively in consumer companies. The firm believes in adding value through its network of founders, operators, and investors, with a particular interest in supporting women and minority founders.

SeedStartup

SeedStartup operates as an international startup accelerator and seed investor focused on diversity and global reach. It selects early-stage technology startups for investment and provides a three-month, mentorship-driven accelerator in exchange for up to 25,000 US dollars and 10% equity. The program pairs founders with experienced entrepreneurs, investors, and domain experts, offering personalized deep dives and weekly mentorship from a cadre of high-caliber mentors. Originating in Dubai in 2011, SeedStartup pursues seed-stage opportunities across sectors such as healthcare, travel, media, big data, enterprise, fintech, and automotive, with activity across multiple regions including the UAE, Malaysia, Tanzania, India, Italy, Bahrain, Jordan, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Emerald Media

Founded in 2015, Emerald Media is a private equity firm headquartered in Mumbai, India. It specializes in providing growth capital investments to media, entertainment, and digital media businesses across Southeast Asia.

Malaysian Life Sciences Capital Fund I

Malaysian Life Sciences Capital Fund I, based in Kuala Lumpur, is a venture capital firm co-managed by Xeraya Capital and Spruce Capital Partners. It focuses on early-stage investments in the life sciences and biotechnology sectors.

Stonewater Ventures

Founded in 2019, Stonewater Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It focuses on investing early-stage funding in marketplaces, platforms, and SaaS sectors.

Symphony International Holdings

Symphony International Holdings Limited is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 2004, based in the British Virgin Islands. The company specializes in investing in early-stage businesses, management buy-outs, and growth capital for later-stage development, with a focus on high-growth consumer sectors such as healthcare, luxury branded real estate, hospitality, and lifestyle. Symphony seeks to invest primarily in the Asia Pacific region, targeting markets in Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. The firm aims to achieve control positions in partnership with management, often acting as the lead or sole investor. With a seasoned investment team, led by Anil Thadani, Symphony is well-positioned to capitalize on the rising disposable incomes and aspirations of the region's population.

Spruce Capital Partners

Spruce Capital Partners is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2013. It specializes in the life sciences sector, with a strong focus on biogreentech. The firm's principals are seasoned investors and thought leaders who possess extensive experience in guiding entrepreneurs towards building successful biogreentech companies. In addition to managing venture funds, Spruce Capital Partners is dedicated to fostering new talent in the industry, providing thought leadership, and promoting innovation on a global scale, particularly in regions such as Malaysia and the United States. The team has collaborated for over a decade, leveraging their collective expertise to influence the development of the life sciences industry.

Emerald Media

Emerald Media Advisors Pte. Ltd. is a private equity and venture capital firm that specializes in buyouts and growth capital investments, focusing on the media, entertainment, and digital media sectors. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, with additional offices in Hong Kong and Singapore, the firm targets investment opportunities across Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Emerald Media typically invests between $15 million and $75 million, seeking both control and significant minority stakes in public and private media companies. Led by industry veterans with over 30 years of combined experience, the firm leverages its deep knowledge of the media and technology landscape to identify high-growth subsectors and assist portfolio companies in scaling operations, enhancing strategy, finance, and marketing efforts post-investment.

Twin Towers Ventures

Twin Towers Ventures, established in 2023, is the corporate venture capital arm of Petronas Gas, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The company proactively identifies and invests in early to growth-stage startups in the Asia Pacific and Middle East and North Africa regions, focusing on healthcare, information technology, wellness, and commercial services sectors. Its mission is to discover and support innovative technologies that can transform the energy industry.

Sheares Healthcare

Established in 2015 and headquartered in Singapore, Sheares Healthcare specializes in investing in and providing healthcare delivery services across Asia, with a focus on China, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and the United States.

Ondine Capital

Ondine Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 and based in Shanghai, China. It invests in consumer technology startups across Southeast Asia, focusing on retail, education, logistics, and broader technology, media, and telecommunications sectors.
Made 7 investments in Malaysia

January Capital

January Capital is a Singapore-based venture capital firm founded in 2012 that provides flexible, bespoke capital to ambitious founders in the Asia Pacific region, focusing on software, e-commerce, digitization, internet, and technology companies.
Made 8 investments in Malaysia

GGV Capital

GGV Capital is a global venture capital firm that invests in technology companies across various stages and sectors. Established in 2000, the firm has offices in Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Beijing, providing expansion capital ranging from $5 to $25 million for initial investments. GGV Capital focuses on companies operating in the U.S., China, India, Southeast Asia, Japan, Australia, Europe, and Israel.
Made 12 investments in Malaysia