Change is inevitable

More: Healthtech firm Halodoc raises a cool US$100 million. [Read from your browser]( Daily Newsletter --------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to Tech in Asia's free Daily Newsletter! Get full access to our subscribers-only Daily Newsletter and other insightful analysis on the big and messy topics of Asia’s tech and startup community by [registering here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- IN FOCUS In today's newsletter, we spotlight: - [The social media content firm that has leaned into TikTok for revenue growth]( - VinFast closing in on a SPAC deal - Other newsy highlights such as Halodoc’s US$100 million raise --------------------------------------------------------------- Hello {NAME} Change is a scary prospect for everyone, but if we ever want to grow, we have to embrace it. Making big changes in my life - whether it was moving to a new country, taking on a new job, or ending a relationship - has usually led to growth. Each of those changes involved some fear - what if I can’t adapt to a new culture? What if I’m not skilled enough for this role? What if I’m not ready to be single again? Answering those questions can be terrifying, but it’s how we learn more about ourselves and grow. Today’s featured premium story explores a media company that embraced a big change via a rising social media platform, and grew as a result. -- Peter  ---------------------------------------------------------------  THE BIG STORY [Hepmil was almost sold after stagnating. Now it’s tapping TikTok to hit record revenues]( Hepmil Media Group’s revenue was stagnating, and it was on the verge of selling the business. It found growth again with the help of TikTok creators. --------------------------------------------------------------- TRENDING NEWS [VinFast to close SPAC deal in August at $23b valuation]( The merger brings VinFast to a US$27 billion enterprise value. [SG biotech firm Mirxes reports 70% revenue drop in FY 2022, prospectus reveals (Update)]( The company wants to develop a “super app” for precision multi-omics testing in Southeast Asia. [Blibli’s revenue up 16% in H1 2023, loss narrows by 29%]( To focus on core businesses, Blibli sold 7.23% stakes in Halodoc to Global Investama Andalan in June for US$36 million. [Halodoc raises $100m series D in Astra-led round]( The Indonesian conglomerate’s total investments in the healthtech company have reached US$135 million, a statement said. ---------------------------------------------------------------  VISUAL STORY OF THE DAY [Bukalapak’s financial performance in 7 charts]( These charts help visualize the latest financial figures reported by Indonesian ecommerce major Bukalapak. --------------------------------------------------------------- TECH IN ASIA'S FOUNDERS MEETUP: INDIA We’re headed to Bangalore next! Seize your chance to be part of our exclusive founders-only networking event! With over 13,000 startups founded last year, India is abound with immense potential and growth opportunities. However, it is not without its challenges in fundraising and talent acquisition. If you’re seeking solutions to your startup’s most pressing issues or if you can help others overcome their own roadblocks, our upcoming event is just for you! Mark your calendar for August 25 and join us in the heart of Bangalore at Byg Brewski to connect, learn, and exchange ideas with fellow founders from the Tech in Asia community. Why navigate the startup journey alone when you can collaborate with others and break through barriers together? Tickets are now on sale at US$12.50 each, inclusive of light bites and one complimentary drink. Hurry, tickets are limited - [secure yours before they’re sold out]( Special thanks to our official event partners - AWS, CleverTap, Cooley, Sinarmas Land, Singapore Global Network (SGN), Quest Ventures, and Purple Quarter - and our community partners - WeWork and Gobi Partners - for making this meetup possible. ---------------------------------------------------------------  EVENTS HAPPENING You can also check out a curated list of trending tech events [over here](. - [AD] [AWS Innovate Online Conference: Data edition]( on August 30 Learning never stops. And in today’s world, neither does data. As such, businesses need to have strong capabilities in things like big data, analytics, and information storage, as well as new tech such as generative AI, to stay at the forefront of tech innovation. The AWS Innovate Online Conference can help with this, as the event has more than 50 sessions dedicated to data, innovation, and generative AI. Click [here]( to sign up. - [SYNC 2023: Climate Tech on August 21]( Do you want to make a positive impact on the fight against climate change? Join SYNC 2023 on August 21 at Singapore's green haven, Gardens by the Bay, to learn more about sustainable innovation and eco-friendly practices. Besides spotlighting climate tech via this invite-only event, Tech in Asia is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. Be part of this movement towards a sustainable future - send in your application for a SYNC 2023 ticket today! - [Tech in Asia Conference]( from October 18 to October 19 Do you see the light at the end of this funding winter’s tunnel? We do, and we believe Southeast Asia is that very light. That’s why this year’s Tech in Asia conference’s theme is Southeast Asia: A Bright Spot in the Tech World - signaling how the region can provide hope and guidance for the tech sector amid some troubling times. Hosted in Jakarta from October 18 to October 19, we’re excited to bring you a great lineup of speakers, thought-provoking sessions, and other activities. Click [here]( to get your limited first-release tickets.  - [Tech in Asia’s Founders Meetup: India on August 25]( Do you want a closer look at India’s tech scene? 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Our team will get back to you by the next business day. - Kosmo - [Kosmo launches fleet and route optimization platform for local business]( a last-mile delivery optimization company, launches its "Fleet" and "Route Optimization" solution. - 1SK - [Tech startup 1SK aspires to lead the Vietnamese digital healthcare market]( on connectivity and smart devices - AIoHT, 1SK has successfully developed solutions providing seamless health data to enhance health services. - Financie Inc - [Financie Inc. raises a total of JPY 1.5 billion(*$10.8 million) in funding from TIS Inc.]( Financie, Inc has raised additional funds with TIS Inc. as the underwriter. 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