GuideStar: Indonesia

🌱🌎 Here are all the major trends in green tech in Southeast Asia South-east Asia is emerging as a hub for green technology, offering an alternative to China in solar panels, batteries and electric vehicles 🚗🔋. Countries like Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand are competitive locations thanks to low costs 💰 and existing manufacturing bases . This trend will accelerate as markets like the EU look to diversify supply chains away from China ⚖️. South-east Asia's 🇮🇩🇲🇾🇹🇭 exports of green tech could grow rapidly in 2024 and beyond. However, the region faces competition from India 🇮🇳 and local production in Europe . There are also risks from trade actions and tougher environmental standards hitting exports. China 🇨🇳 will remain dominant in solar☀️ and lithium batteries🔋, thanks to huge existing capacity, despite Western trade barriers. This means South-east Asia🇮🇩🇲🇾🇹🇭 relies heavily on Chinese 🇨🇳 technology and investment. Geopolitical tensions🌋 could still disrupt trade even if ASEAN remains neutral🤝. For growth opportunities🌱, look to Indonesia🇮🇩, Vietnam🇻🇳 and Malaysia🇲🇾 in EVs🚗, batteries🔋 and solar☀️. But environmental regulations 📜 on coal use and carbon emissions💨 will be a drag for Indonesia🇮🇩. Avoid over-reliance on green tech🍃, as the US🇺🇸 may struggle to keep focus on Asia🌏 amid Middle East tensions🌋🚨. Key risks🔻 are competition from India's🇮🇳 incentives and Europe's🇪🇺 subsidies. Plus disruption from US-China😤 rivalry. But for investment and exports📈, South-east Asia's🇮🇩🇲🇾🇹🇭 green industry remains a hot prospect in 2024.🌿📈 Here are 5 startup ideas based on the report: Solar panel installation and maintenance in SEAsia 🇮🇩 EV battery recycling plant in Malaysia 🇲🇾♻️ AI for optimizing green energy systems 🌱🤖 Carbon trading and offsets marketplace 💰💨 Green construction materials from agricultural waste 🏡🌾 The opportunities lie in supporting the growth of green industries in SEAsia through complementary services and optimizing sustainability. With the right innovative thinking, there is potential to build highly valuable startups to enable the transition to a greener economy. #greeninvest #solarexports #EVs

Hey Guys 👋 wanna know more about FinTech industry 💰? Here are all the major trends in fintech 🏦🔥 After years of massive growth, the fintech industry is facing a slowdown. 📉Valuations have dropped, funding has declined, and startups are focused on survival. But there are still bright spots! 💡B2B fintechs helping CFOs are thriving. Startups are providing software to modernize creaky back offices and help companies manage cashflow, payroll, payments and more. Also, demand for efficient cross-border payment solutions is rising as companies globalize. Fintechs like TerraPay are stepping in to make moving money between countries faster and cheaper. However, fintechs face growing scrutiny from regulators 👮‍♂️and customers complaining about fraud and poor service. Leadership and compliance will be key. Looking ahead, AI and crypto still offer big opportunities if executed responsibly. And businesses want embedded finance features directly in their products. For Russian companies, Southeast Asia offers major expansion potential despite recruitment and market entry challenges. Partnering with local experts is advised. The future is bright for fintechs embracing regulation, focusing on clients, and innovating pragmatically! 🚀 Here are the likely risks and opportunities based on the report: Risks: - Declining valuations and funding environment - Heightened regulatory scrutiny, especially around crypto and consumer lending - Retention challenges due to fraud complaints and poor customer service - Geopolitical tensions limiting growth opportunities Opportunities: - Rising demand for B2B fintech solutions helping CFOs and back offices - Growing need for efficient cross-border payment solutions - Potential for AI and machine learning to drive innovation if applied carefully - Expansion into Southeast Asia's high-growth markets through local partnerships In conclusion, the fintech industry is maturing and facing growing pains. But companies focused on pragmatic innovation, compliance, and customer needs will thrive. Tips for companies: - Prioritize partnerships with local experts for Southeast Asia expansion - Boost capabilities around security, compliance, and customer service - Evaluate B2B fintech solutions to improve back-office operations - Proceed cautiously with innovative but unproven technologies like crypto #fintech #startups #trends

🌎🇮🇩 Global Shift Odyssey. Indonesia What did entrepreneurs find in the land of volcanoes? 📍 Join our online event on November 22nd at 10:30 (GMT +3) ▫️ Zoom A significant number of Russian companies have already entered the country's market, such as TaxiMaxim, GetCourse, and REF GROUP Indonesia. Indonesia is a vast market (276 million people) where sectors like edtech, fintech, and manufacturing are thriving. Over the past few years, a large business community has emerged here, facilitating networking, knowledge exchange, and expertise sharing. During the master class, we will discuss the region's development trends and explore case studies of entrepreneurs. Speakers: Ivan Gorkovenko, SEA CEO IVITECH FINANCE and SEA Advisor GoToMarket.me agency Sergey Dyupin, Business Club "Equium" in Bali Registration

Hey Guys! 👋 Here are the major trends in Indonesian venture capital investments! 💰 The report shows that while global VC funding declined 20-40% in 2022, Indonesia remained resilient with flat funding of $3.6B vs 2021. 🇮🇩Early stage deals grew significantly, indicating strong momentum, though later stage deals dropped. Top sectors included: 🔋 EV/Energy - significant increase to $56M, driven by supportive regulations and growing consumer demand 🩺 Healthtech - large boost to $151M, e.g. Halodoc $100M raise 🌾 Agritech - relative increase, e.g. $200M into eFishery 👨‍👩‍👧Consumer Tech - dip to $81M but investor sentiment positive given Indonesia's growing middle class 🏦FinTech - plummet to $25M but mortgages, insurtech still attractive The report predicts Indonesia's venture capital ecosystem will be strong long-term. 📈 Reasons include: Solid domestic investor base eg 14% share in 2022 Government support via digital infrastructure improvement and business-friendly policies Fundamentals like growing middle class and digital adoption underpin growth Experts advise founders should shift focus from growth to sustainable unit economics and profitability. 🌱 This will satisfy investors demanding quality metrics and a path to profitability. To summarize, Indonesia remains promising for startups despite global uncertainty! 🇮🇩 Let me know if you need any specific advice - happy to help! Several key opportunities for startup founders that can be highlighted from the Indonesia Venture Investment Report: 📌Early stages of investment remain promising, especially in new sectors such as electric transport, energy, healthcare, food and agriculture. This creates opportunities for startups in these areas to attract funding. 📌The consolidation of digital infrastructure in Indonesia through platforms like QRIS, SatuSehat and electronic ID cards opens the way for further application of technology in the country's economy. 📌The favorable investment climate in Indonesia will continue in the long term due to the growing middle class, increased digitalization and support from the state. 📌Investors demand that startups focus more on a sustainable economy and profitability, not just on growth. This opens up opportunities for companies to demonstrate high-quality metrics and a path to profitability. 📌The emergence of new unicorns and IPOs of firms such as GoTo and Blibli strengthens the ecosystem of startups in Indonesia and creates opportunities for further exits. #venturecapital #startups #indonesia

Excited to share that the Hegai community, a vibrant hub for tech entrepreneurs, is celebrating its 4th anniversary! 🚀🎉 In just four years, Hegai has grown to encompass over 650 members, all dedicated to crafting groundbreaking products for the global market. This November, we're going global with offline meetups in Moscow, Portugal, San Francisco, and Bali. A perfect chance to connect with like-minded innovators and thinkers. Who'll you meet? Visionary startup founders and CEOs Dynamic entrepreneurs Leading IT experts And anyone passionate about creating world-class products. Pick your spot and join us! Grab your tickets at Hegai Meetups — https://heg.ai/meetups23

🇮🇩Hey Guys! Want to know more about the future? 🚀 Here are the major trends in Indonesia's plan for economic growth and sustainability towards 2045! #Indonesia #SoutheastAsia #sustainability According to the report by KADIN Indonesia, the country aims to become a high-income economy by 2038 and escape the middle-income trap. 💰📈 By 2045, Indonesia projects to be the world's 4th largest economy by GDP PPP and 8th by real GDP. To realize this vision, Indonesia has identified 4 key pillars: 🏢 🔸 Boost Resiliency: Improve food security ranking from 63rd to top 20 globally. Build pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities to reduce imports and strategic reserves. 🔸 Foster Prosperity: Grow high value manufacturing sectors through technology adoption and developing export capabilities. Accelerate financial services through digital payments and lending. Empower MSMEs and build globally competitive mid-size companies. 🔸 Strengthen Inclusivity: Transform healthcare and empower vulnerable groups through infrastructure investment, skills training and data-driven social assistance. 🔸 Advance Sustainability: Become a global reference for affordable decarbonization through renewable energy, electrification, carbon capture, hydrogen production and regenerative agriculture. Major trends include adopting Industry 4.0 solutions in manufacturing, leveraging technology for financial inclusion of MSMEs and underserved groups, investments into healthcare accessibility and eco-tourism infrastructure, and establishing natural climate solutions and carbon markets. To track progress, Indonesia has identified key metrics across sectors. Enablers like infrastructure, regulation, public-private partnerships and human capital are critical for the vision. The private sector and government stakeholders have been extensively engaged to develop this inclusive roadmap. 🤝 This report provides valuable insights into Indonesia's growth strategy that businesses and governments in Southeast Asia and beyond can leverage. 💡

Here is a 300 character Telegram post summary of the Sustainable International Trade report for startups and government representatives in Southeast Asia: Hey founders! 👋 Want the key trends in sustainable trade?🌱 Check out this report on how companies are reducing emissions through biofuels, automation, and more! 🚢 Southeast Asia insights: Partnerships between ports and tech startups boost efficiency 🤝 while policy frameworks incentivize sustainability practices. 💡#sustainabletrade #maritimetech #SEAsia Product hypotheses: Maritime startups in Southeast Asia should focus on biofuels, automation, and emissions reduction tech. Partnerships between ports and local startups can accelerate adoption of efficiency boosting and emissions cutting tech. Startups that provide sustainability certifications and audits will be in demand as focus on ESG grows. Marketing hypotheses: Thought leadership around sustainable practices and tech will attract maritime companies as clients. Local partnerships and case studies will resonate more than generic messaging. Social media campaigns focused on competitive advantage of adopting sustainable tech will convince maritime companies.