Unicorns or ponies? Overvaluation in the ASEAN startup landscape
Flush with funds, ASEAN unicorns are going on a spending spree, but just how accurate are their shiny market valuations?
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How Vietnam’s ride-hailing apps are challenging Grab’s local monopoly
2018 started off positively for Grab in Vietnam. Uber’s exit handed the Singapore-based startup dominance in the local ride-hailing market. But the following 12 months saw increased competition from local startups and rising regulatory pressure.
Banks and fintech companies: The twin pillars of financial inclusion
Fintech emerged as a direct challenge to the dominance of traditional banks. But banks and fintech companies are increasingly defining a unique relationship of mutual patronage.
From cold war to hot war: Go-Jek competes with Grab in Singapore’s fintech market
As Go-Jek launches the beta version of its app in Singapore, the e-payment turf war is heating up.
Go-Jek faces challenges as it goes head to head with Grab in Singapore
Uber’s withdrawal from Singapore opened up the ride-hailing market. Indonesian challenger Go-Jek may be the first to make significant inroads.
The ramifications for Grab and Uber as regulators investigate merger
ASEAN countries are taking a closer look at the proposed Grab-Uber merger. Both companies now face challenges, but the deal is not dead.
Grab Financial deals a blow to the banking industry
The new platform will offer micro-financing products and services for Southeast Asia (SEA). It will be a strong contender to become the top choice of underbanked consumers.
Grab thrives while Uber falters in Southeast Asia
Softbank’s investment in Uber is a potential game-changer in the region. Merger or partnerships between Grab and Uber may be happening soon.
Run out of growth ideas? Acquire a payments firm
It has now been a trend for start-ups to carry out payment service.
Go-Jek and Grab go head to head in ASEAN’s largest market
Local Indonesian ride-hailing app Go-Jek challenges the regional competitor Grab’s existing market share in Indonesia.