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Global accelerator Startupbootcamp launches digital health accelerator in Chengdu, China

Startupbootcamp, which operates a global network of industry-focused accelerator programmes, has launched their first China-based programme, a digital health accelerator in Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan province. This programme marks a joint partnership between Startupbootcamp and Thinkzon, a Chinese incubator accommodating over 500 enterprises in mobile internet, software R&D, and digital media. Through this […]

Healthcare startup, eBeeCare to expand into India and China in 2017

eBeeCare, a healthcare startup is leveraging the rise of MedTech in India and China.

Backed by Chinese Rock Star Wang Feng, China’s FIIL to be...

Wang Feng, with his aim to bring FIIL to global heights, has launched itself on Kickstarter in December, taking pre-orders for the Carat Pro, a set of wireless headphones that are equipped with some sporty features.

IdeaSpace launches 2017 Philippines startup competition

IdeaSpace formally launches its annual Philippine Startup Competition for the 5th time in 2017, now accepting innovative technology ideas.

Singapore-based e-commerce enabler Shopmatic buys technology consulting firm 5X Ruby

Singapore-based e-commerce technology firm Shopmatic has acquired Taiwan's Ruby on Rail's technology firm 5X Ruby for an undisclosed amount. The move was done in part to strengthen the company's research and development team as well as to facilitate the company's international market expansion plans.

Airbnb to increase fundraising round to US$ 1 billion

Airbnb Inc authorised the sale of an additional US$153 million in equity, bringing the size of its current fundraising effort to about US$1 billion.

Practo makes fifth acquisition, buys analytics startup Enlightiks for US$13.9 million

Bengaluru-based Practo has acquired analytics platform Enlightiks in a cash-and-stock deal valued at US$13.9 million. Post acquisition, the entire 50 member team of Enlightiks will join the company to form the Analytics Business Unit within Practo.

Global ecommerce startup Floship bags US$3.5 million funding round

Floship Global e-commerce raises a US$3.5 million funding round. The company plans to use the investment to accelerate technology development and serve more customers on a wider variety of e-commerce platforms.

Japan space entertainment startup ALE raises US$ 6 million from angel...

A startup firm in Japan, ALE that aims to paint the sky with artificial meteors and shooting stars through a project called Sky Canvas is now a step closer with US$ 6 million funding to launch its project in 2018.

Maverick capital-backed e-pharmacy 1mg buys MediAngels, making its second acquisition of...

1mg Technologies acquired MediAngels for an undisclosed amount in cash and stocks to enter specialty doctor consultations, corporate health services and insurance partnerships.
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