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 Singapore is not only a model for innovation but also a standout example of a relatively small country that exceeds expectations. The nation has positioned itself as a prime location for startups looking to establish themselves in Asia, thanks to its financial stability, business-friendly environment, and tax regulations. Despite its limited market and population, Singapore's startup ecosystem relies on expanding internationally for growth, giving it a unique regional perspective from the outset. This strategy has proven successful, evident in the creation of billion-dollar startups within the country. Leading regional startups like Grab showcase Singapore's emergence as a headquarters for prominent companies in the region, particularly excelling in the Fintech industry, solidifying its position as a global hub for financial innovation. 

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 The Singapore ecosystem continues to thrive with the support of various accelerators and networks, such as the Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE), offering a wealth of resources, connections, and expertise to assist entrepreneurs in launching their ventures. Additionally, [Enterprise Singapore](https://www.enterprisesg.gov.sg/) provides accelerator programs that offer financial assistance and business loans to early-stage startups, while initiatives like Startup SG promote and bolster Singapore's startup ecosystem. With a robust digital infrastructure and abundant investment opportunities, coupled with university involvement in fostering entrepreneurship, such as the National University of Singapore's [NUS Enterprise programs](https://enterprise.nus.edu.sg/), Singapore is well-equipped to nurture startup growth and expansion overseas. 

 While the public sector in Singapore remains highly supportive of the startup ecosystem, efforts should be made to ensure that this support does not lead to dependency. Attracting and retaining top talent and staying globally competitive are priorities for Singapore as it replaces Hong Kong as the preferred Gateway to Asia. Events like [Echelon Asia Summit](https://e27.co/echelon/asia) and [SWTICH](https://switchsg.org/) underscore Singapore's commitment to engaging with entrepreneurs and innovators worldwide. Despite challenges like high real estate prices and risk aversion among locals, initiatives like the Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) could play a vital role in meeting the demand for skilled workforce and sustaining growth. 

 With its stability and infrastructure, Singapore is poised to elevate its role from an Asia-centric leader to a truly global startup hub. The country's ranking and innovation in the startup sphere, coupled with ample funding opportunities, place Singapore firmly on the map as a formidable player in the global startup scene.

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ONE is a worldwide sports media platform broadcasting to 150+ countries. Delivering engaging content to a global audience, ONE Holdings is a leader in sports coverage around the world.

HyalRoute provides shared communication fiber network and offers access to international connectivity capabilities and value-added services.


HyalRoute

Matrixport is the rapidly growing digital asset financial platform in Asia, managing $10 billion in assets. Offering one-stop crypto financial services with $5 billion in monthly trading volumes, it is a leading choice for individuals seeking comprehensive solutions for their digital asset needs.

Matrixport

Advance Intelligence Group is a pioneering AI technology company that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to deliver innovative solutions across diverse industries, enhancing efficiency and driving growth through data-driven insights and automation.

Advance Intelligence Group

Bolttech is revolutionizing insurance sales with an AI-driven platform for easy and efficient insurance purchases. Protect your assets seamlessly with our innovative point of sale solution.

Bolttech

Carro revolutionizes the car buying and selling process with a user-friendly platform. Their proprietary pricing algorithm ensures transparency and trust, offering a full-stack service for all car ownership needs.

Carro

The startup offers a precise, reliable way to track consumer goods' performance in real time. Their solution provides accurate insights into the marketplace, ensuring consistent data for businesses to make informed decisions.

Trax

Nium is a fintech startup offering fast and secure digital money transfers for individuals and businesses worldwide. Transfer funds internationally with ease using Nium's innovative platform.

Nium

PatSnap is an IP Intelligence Platform that helps users search and analyze patents worldwide to fuel technological innovation. Gain valuable insights and drive innovation with our patent search and analysis tool.

PatSnap

Emeritus partners with universities to offer online courses for global working professionals, creating accessible education opportunities.

Emeritus

Coda Payments enables digital content providers to easily monetize their offerings across over forty markets. With Coda, businesses can efficiently generate revenue from their products and services, reaching a global audience with streamlined payment solutions.

Coda Payments

Carousell is a platform for buying and selling secondhand items. Users can easily connect to exchange preloved goods, creating a community of thrifty shoppers and sellers.

Carousell

Moglix is an Asia-based B2B commerce company specializing in industrial procurement of MRO, Safety, Electrical & Lighting, Cleaning & Laundry Supplies, Office Supplies, and Tools. They provide essential industry products for businesses, making purchasing efficient and convenient.

Moglix

Specializing in e-commerce logistics, our startup offers cutting-edge technology solutions to streamline operations and meet business objectives. We help businesses optimize their logistics processes and achieve success in the online marketplace.

Ninja Van

Singapore Life provides digital life insurance services. Singapore Life offers high net worth universal life solutions for those that prefer Singapore and the Singapore regulatory environment as a destination for their wealth and protection needs.

Singlife

Sea, formerly Garena, a leading internet platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan.

Quadrant provides an online platform that helps users to find charts and share economic data in a faster and more convenient way. Its platform helps financial professionals to find desired data within a short span of time from a huge database of indicators.

Quadrant

Ohmyhome is a proptech marketplace for housing transactions, connecting homeowners to home seekers directly.

Ohmyhome

Schola is an EdTech company that delivers a variety of courses and programs designed specifically for kids. It offers Schola Kids which is a 1-on-1 online English learning platform for non-native children.

Schola

Zipmex is a developer of a platform for exchanging digital assets that enables institutional and ordinary investors to participate in cryptocurrencies.

Zipmex

The world's no.1 entrepreneur education platform

GeniusU

Shopmatic is an international ecommerce company. It has established partnerships with highly well-placed companies and has a team of extremely driven, experienced people, from relevant backgrounds.

Shopmatic

The World's No 1 Entrepreneur Education Group

Genius Group 

PropertyGuru Group is an online property company that operates rental and sale listing sites.

PropertyGuru Group

Razer is the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems. We live by our motto: For Gamers. By Gamers.

Razer

BIGO is a fast-growing Singapore technology company specialising in AI technology.


BIGO

AiChat is an artificial intelligence company. It offers a conversational commerce platform that allows companies to deliver content, train chatbots, automate customer service, and accept payments within popular messaging apps such as Facebook Messenger.

AiChat

Cleantech Solar is a provider of renewable energy to corporations in Southeast Asia and India, combining the capabilities of a global player with unrivalled responsiveness and agility.

Cleantech Solar

Luwjistik is a software-as-a-service platform that focuses on e-commerce logistics integration. It serves as an API bridge between clients and network partners, connecting them directly to the service providers of their choice.

Luwjistik

iFashion Group is an online fashion and lifestyle retailer company. It provides an online fashion venture platform.

iFashion Group

Secucial is an information technology company that provides a digital identity wallet based on a distributed ledger and private blockchain network technologies.

Secucial

Glints is a platform in Asia that links young professionals with career growth opportunities and connects companies with talented individuals.

BandLab is a free, user-friendly platform for musicians to create and collaborate on music. With a global community, users can easily share their work and connect with other artists. Available on iOS, Android, and web, BandLab simplifies the music-making process and fosters creativity.

Bitget is a platform for trading cryptocurrency derivatives, offering spot and futures trading with advanced features. Join us for a seamless trading experience.

LingoAce provides fun and interactive online Mandarin Chinese lessons designed for kids. The platform offers an immersive learning experience to help children master the language.

LingoAce

ShopBack is a digital platform revolutionizing e-commerce by offering cashback rewards and personalized shopping recommendations. Shop smarter with ShopBack for a seamless and rewarding shopping experience.

ShopBack

Airalo offers travelers affordable local eSIMs for seamless connectivity. Access eSIMs easily and enjoy hassle-free mobile data while exploring new destinations.

Airalo

RedDoorz offers budget-friendly hotel bookings across Southeast Asia, ensuring travelers enjoy quality accommodations at affordable prices. With a commitment to comfortable stays, RedDoorz simplifies the process of finding the ideal lodging, allowing budget-conscious travelers to explore without overspending.

Commeasure

ADVANCE.AI is a leading fintech company in the APAC region, harnessing data-driven solutions to empower businesses with innovative financial technology. With multiple offices across the region, it focuses on enhancing financial services and streamlining operations for its clients through advanced analytics and artificial intelligence.

ADVANCE.AI

DeBank offers a cryptocurrency wallet that empowers users to access decentralized finance services, including seamless token swapping and comprehensive portfolio tracking, all in one convenient platform.

DeBank

Discover APAC's top marketplace for budget-friendly and eco-friendly electronics. Shop sustainably without breaking the bank.

Reebelo

Circles.Life provides digital telecommunications and lifestyle services in Singapore, Australia, India, and Taiwan. Offering innovative solutions for modern connectivity needs, they deliver a seamless experience for users seeking reliable and convenient mobile services.

Circles.Life

MyRepublic offers internet access and broadband services to consumers and businesses in Singapore. They provide fast and reliable connectivity to meet the needs of their customers, ensuring seamless online experiences for all.

MyRepublic

Fazz empowers merchants, from small enterprises to large businesses, to seamlessly accept payments, transfer funds, bank, and invest. Their innovative Fazz Agen application specifically caters to micro and small businesses in Indonesia, providing an agent-based financial solution that enhances accessibility and convenience in financial services.

Fazz

Multiplier streamlines global employment for companies, handling compliance, contracts, payroll, benefits, and taxes. Their platform simplifies the process, making it easy to hire international teams.

Multiplier

Aspire provides a comprehensive financial management solution for businesses in Southeast Asia, offering business accounts, corporate cards, and automated invoice processing. It seamlessly integrates with financial management software, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency for companies looking to simplify their financial tasks.

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