february 1, 2024 | Today’s Daily Scrum:

• Venture Capital funding for Japanese startups reaches unprecedented $9.7 billion

• Vietnam targeted for CHIPS Act aid funds, U.S. reports. Full story HERE

• Southeast Asian funds seek opportunities amid sub-par performance

• South Korea's Elice raises $14.9m in Series C round led by Vertex Growth

• Singapore's Mesh Bio secures $3.5 million in Series A funding led by East Ventures

• India celebrates first unicorn of 2024, raising hopes for funding thaw. Full story HERE

• Antler leads $5.1m pre-seed funding for 37 startups in SEA

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