The Innovation Dispatch

Asia

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Startups

MarcyPen Asia Launches to Fund Asian Consumer Brands

With USD 70.55 billion in assets under management, Hanwha Asset Management has launched MarcyPen Asia. This joint venture plans to deploy up to $500 million into high-growth consumer brands across Sou

Diego Navarro·July 4, 2026
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Future Trends

Leading Asian Innovation Hubs Challenging Global Tech

Beijing has consistently ranked as the world's third-largest innovation hub for four years, a testament to Asia's rapid ascent from tech follower to global leader.

Omar Haddad·June 27, 2026
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Startups

Asia's top AI startup ecosystems see Bengaluru climb to No. 2

Bengaluru-Karnataka's startup ecosystem value surged 190% since 2021, hitting $153 billion.

Diego Navarro·June 20, 2026
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Startups

Venture capital investment surges across Asia, China, and India

In the first three months of this year, AI-related start-ups in China alone secured over 110 billion yuan (US$16.

Diego Navarro·May 27, 2026