SG Enviro secures SGD 8 million to expand industrial water tech in Southeast Asia
SG Enviro, a Singapore-based wastewater engineering company, has secured SGD 8 million (USD 6.2 million) in funding led by Emerald Technology Ventures. The investment will support the company’s expansion into Malaysia, Indonesia, and other Southeast Asian markets, while accelerating the integration of its proprietary and partner technologies.
Founded in 2018, SG Enviro designs and operates custom wastewater treatment systems for industries such as oil storage, agriculture, and manufacturing. It has built a recurring revenue stream through long-term operations and maintenance contracts.
Emerald’s investment will also allow SG Enviro to tap into its global network of water tech companies, introducing advanced solutions into high-demand regional markets.
Topview raises USD 8.5 million from Kamet Capital
TopView, a Singapore-based platform that enables brands to create product content using artificial intelligence, has raised USD 8.5 million in a Series A funding round led exclusively by Kamet Capital.
Launched in 2024, TopView uses lifelike avatars to generate product videos and images that simulate real human interaction. The platform aims to eliminate the need for filming or talent and has reportedly gained clients such as L’Oreal, Anta, and Anker.
The funds will support global scaling, product development, and the establishment of Singapore as a regional hub.
MTDC invests in Oncode to boost healthtech and diagnostics in Malaysia
Oncode Scientific, a Malaysia-based molecular diagnostics company, has received an undisclosed investment from the Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC). The funding will support the scaling of in-hospital diagnostics labs, development of AI-driven biosensors, and launch of point-of-care kits designed for local use.
Founded in 2015, Oncode builds tools that enable personalized medicine and early detection of cancers and immune-related conditions.
Omni acquires MajuHR to strengthen multi-country HR capabilities
Omni, a human resources platform supporting multi-country operations across Asia, has acquired MajuHR, a Singapore-based startup that delivers HR workflows via messaging apps. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
MajuHR users will gain access to Omni’s payroll and compliance stack, while Omni customers will benefit from deeper messaging integrations and localized user experiences. The acquisition aims to address fragmentation in the region’s HR solutions market and expand Omni’s Southeast Asian footprint.
Revenue Scaler buys Kabana to bolster e-commerce analytics
Revenue Scaler, an e-commerce intelligence platform, has acquired Kabana, a regional analytics company that offers performance insights across platforms such as Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and Shopify. Deal terms were not disclosed.
Kabana’s SKU-level tracking and operational analytics will complement Revenue Scaler’s tools, including Magpie, which monitors competitor pricing and market share. The integration is expected to strengthen Revenue Scaler’s AI-driven intelligence layer for Southeast Asian e-commerce teams.
Triv receives investment from MEXC Ventures
Triv, an Indonesian crypto exchange, has received an undisclosed investment from MEXC Ventures, according to The Block. The deal values Triv at USD 200 million and supports MEXC’s expansion into Southeast Asia.
Founded in 2015, Triv serves more than three million users and is regulated by the Indonesian government. It offers spot trading, staking, and futures products, and operates a media division.
The funding will go toward product expansion, liquidity improvements, and regional growth. It comes as Indonesia rolls out new crypto tax rules to tighten oversight while encouraging domestic exchange use.
Recent deals completed in China:
- Satellai, a smart pet accessory company, has raised an eight-figure RMB sum in a pre-Series A funding round led by 01VC, with continued participation from Lingyi Capital and KylinHall Partners. The funds will support production scaling and global distribution. —36Kr
- DiamNEX, a diamond materials startup incubated by the University of Hong Kong, has raised an eight-figure RMB sum in an angel funding round. Linghui Venture Capital and Haimingrun co-led the investment, joined by unnamed industry partners. Founded in 2025, DiamNEX develops ultra thin, wafer-scale diamond films and will use the funds for product development, capacity building, and team growth. —36Kr
- Greatar, a micro optics manufacturer spun out from Tsinghua University in 2019, has raised a nine-figure RMB sum in its second funding round of the year. New Insight Capital led the round, with returning investor FG Venture and participation from Jiude Investment, the Talent Science and Technology Innovation Fund, and Innovatech. The capital will be used to expand production capacity, hire talent, and accelerate R&D in diffractive waveguides and nano optics. —36Kr
Chocolate Finance, NanoSkunkWorkX, Hydroleap, and more made recent headlines:
- Chocolate Finance, a Singapore-based fintech company offering cash management and payment solutions, raised USD 15 million in a Series A+ funding round. The round was led by Nikko Asset Management, with participation from returning investors Peak XV Partners, Prosus, Saison Capital, and founder Walter de Oude.
- NanoSkunkWorkX (nSWX), a Malaysian deep tech startup, received an undisclosed investment from Gobi Partners through the Gobi Dana Impak Ventures (GDIV) fund.
- Hydroleap, a water tech company based in Singapore, raised USD 4.75 million in a new funding round led by EDBI (via SG Growth Capital), with participation from Enterprise Singapore, Antares Ventures, and Woh Hup.
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