🖱️ July

AI companies raised some serious cash that month.

First, Shieldbase AI raised additional funding. 

They help companies optimize and integrate their AI tools to ensure seamless operation. 

Next, Pokee AI, which develops AI agents, raised a $12M seed! They’re building generalist AI agents that can create content, schedule meetings, monitor online engagement, and more!

Finally, Thailand’s Spacely AI helps you imagine your dream space.

They’re a SketchUp-compatible platform that can create AI-powered renders of properties. This year, they raised a $1M seed!

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🐕 August

Food-related startups caught our eye in August.

Foodtech startup Prefer brewed a $4.2M Series A and launched a new bean-free coffee powder. Yes, their coffee is made from roasted rice and soy, not coffee grounds. 

As pet owners, we had to write about BOM BOM. They’re a Singapore-based pet nutrition startup that offers custom pet food for your fur baby. In August, they raised a $2.72M Series A. 

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🌊 September

Guess which startups made a splash? 

Autonomous underwater vehicle developer BeeX secured $7.4M to support their international expansion. Their vehicles, used for subsea inspection, can operate with less human intervention, reducing costs and improving safety. 

Singapore’s Neptune Robotics, which builds underwater hull-cleaning robots, reeled in a $52M Series B to expand to more global markets. 

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🌏 October 

In October, global startups secured fresh funding. 

Supabase, the backend of choice for many hot vibe-coding tools, raised a $100M Series E, pushing their valuation to $5B.

Meanwhile, Qapita, which helps private companies manage their cap tables, also raised a $26.5M Series B. They’ll use the $$$ to build their second US office.

Finally, global HR and payroll platform Deel clutched a $300M Series E round.

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🎬 November

Aaaand action!

In November, Singapore-headquartered AI startup Video Rebith completed a $50M round. Their technology enables the creation of cinematic AI videos with realistic physics and physical consistency.

Speaking of videos, Malaysia’s Mantayay also raised a $5M.

They’re a digital media company that helps companies strengthen their TikTok brand.

Yep, they do it all. From social media accounts management to TikTok drama production.

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🪙 December

Is non-dilutive capital going to be a bigger part of the 2026? 

Two investment firms announced the close of their funds, both focused on providing non-dilutive capital. 

First, Granite Asia secured over $350M in the first close of their pan-Asia private credit fund. Next, January Capital raised $130M for its Growth Credit Fund.