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500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm with $2.3B in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,800 companies operating in 80+ countries. Our team members are located in over 30 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies. 500 Global is a leading investor in Southeast Asia having backed companies valued at over US$1B such as Grab, Bukalapak, Carousell, Carsome, and FinAccel. Our team has backed over 400 companies across multiple sectors from consumer to deep technology. We focus on investing in businesses and AI-enabled technologies that advance rural digitalization, sustainable cities, human and machine productivity, healthcare, food security and financial inclusivity. Our 25+ team members are located across Southeast Asia and bring deep in-market experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators. We are actively growing to serve more founders, as well as connect companies with capital, expertise, and global networks to help them succeed.

Startup Grind is the leading global startup community dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage companies. From bootstrapped beginnings through Series A rounds, we support our members with access to funding opportunities, expanding market reach, and connection to a robust network of founders, tech leaders, investors and partners spanning 150 countries worldwide.

TechCrunch, founded on June 11, 2005, is a news website dedicated to the tech scene. We provide breaking technology news, opinions, and analysis on tech companies from around the world. From publicly traded tech companies to emerging startups and venture capital funding rounds, TechCrunch is your number one guide for all things startups.