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AmanahRaya Trustees Berhad

Active

A registered trust company under the Trust Companies Act 1949, authorized by the Securities Commission Malaysia to act as trustee for Collective Investment Schemes, corporate bonds, and private retirement schemes. With over 50 years of experience, we manage over 250 Collective Investment Schemes and serve as trustee for numerous corporate bonds and sukuk, with total assets exceeding RM600 billion. Our goal is to be the leading trust company locally and globally, driven by the dedication of our team and trust of our valued clients.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
Seed
Sectors: Financial Services

Bank Negara Malaysia

Bank Negara Malaysia, as the central bank for Malaysia, is mandated to promote monetary stability and financial stability conducive to the sustainable growth of the Malaysian economy

Agency/Regulator1 investments
PreSeedSeed

Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB)

Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad (BPMB) is wholly owned by the Malaysian Government through the Minister of Finance Inc. and was established in 1973 to provide financial assistance to Bumiputera enterprises in the industrial and commercial sectors as well as to create a healthy and competitive Bumiputera entrepreneurial community in line with the nation’s developmental policy. BPMB is mandated as a development financial institution providing medium to long term financing to the following sectors: Infrastructure, Maritime, Technology and Oil & Gas.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
SeriesASeriesBSeriesCSeries D & Beyond

Cradle Fund

Active

Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd is Malaysia’s early-stage startup influencer and a key agency under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI). Since its establishment in 2003, Cradle has played a pivotal role in nurturing innovative startups through funding, capacity building, and ecosystem support.

Agency/Regulator689 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeed
Sectors: Advanced Technologies, Retail & Marketplace, Healthcare & Education

Cradle Seed Ventures Pte Ltd.

Cradle Seed Ventures (CSV) is the corporate venture arm of Cradle Fund Sdn and is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm prefers to invest in Malaysian companies operating in the financial services, tourism, business services, electronics and electrical, wholesale & retail, education, healthcare, communications content and infrastructure, oil, gas and energy, agriculture, wholesale & retail, palm oil & rubber, technology, e-commerce, software and enterprise solutions, engineering, hardware, digital marketplace, mobile, internet, and fintech sectors.

Agency/Regulator34 investmentsKuala Lumpur
SeedSeriesA
Sectors: Sustainability & Environment, Retail & Marketplace, Healthcare & Education

Ekuinas

Ekuiti Nasional (Ekuinas) is a fund of funds based in Selangor, Malaysia. Established in 2009, the firm is a government-linked private equity fund management company established to promote equitable and sustainable Bumiputera economic participation. The firm seeks to invest in oil and gas, services, education, retail, and FMCG sectors. The assets of the firm are managed by the senior management team.

Agency/Regulator2 investmentsSelangor
SeriesCSeries D & Beyond

Employees Provident Fund

Active

Employees' Provident Fund is a federal statutory body under the purview of the Ministry of Finance. It manages the compulsory savings plan and retirement planning for private sector workers in Malaysia.

Agency/RegulatorSelangor
SeriesASeriesBSeriesCSeries D & Beyond

Innocorp Ventures Sdn Bhd

Innocorp Ventures is a venture capital investment firm based in India. The firm prefers to invest in companies operating in healthcare, life sciences, artificial intelligence, big data, cybersecurity, food tech, the Internet of things, and mobile technology sectors based in India and Israel.

Agency/Regulator6 investments
Seed
Sectors: Healthcare & Education

Jelawang Capital

Jelawang Capital (formerly known Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad) is a venture capital firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm prefers to invest in seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies. The firm seeks to invest in consumer products, consumer services, information technology, big data, the internet of things, e-commerce, and technology-based sectors in South Asia.

Agency/Regulator15 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB
Sectors: Retail & Marketplace, Financial Services, Advanced Technologies

Khazanah Nasional Berhad

Khazanah Nasional is a sovereign wealth fund based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm seeks to invest in agrifood, aviation, creative and media, education, financial services, healthcare, infrastructure and construction, innovation and technology, leisure and tourism, life sciences, power, property, sustainable development, and telecommunication sectors.

Agency/Regulator16 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB
Sectors: Advanced Technologies, Sustainability & Environment, Financial Services

Kumpulan Modal Perdana Sdn. Bhd.

Active

Founded in 2001, Kumpulan Modal Perdana is a venture capital investment firm headquartered in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The firm prefers to invest in Malaysian companies operating in the technology sector.

Agency/Regulator5 investmentsSelangor
Seed
Sectors: Retail & Marketplace, Advanced Technologies

KWAP

Active

Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) [KWAP] is Malaysia’s second-largest public pension fund, established to manage the pension liabilities of the Malaysian civil service. Operating under the Ministry of Finance, KWAP is responsible for investing and growing pension assets through a diversified portfolio that includes equities, fixed income, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure both domestically and internationally. With a strong focus on long-term, sustainable returns, KWAP plays a significant role in supporting Malaysia’s financial stability while ensuring sufficient funding for public sector retirement obligations.

Agency/Regulator6 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB
Sectors: Financial Services

Malaysia Debt Ventures (MDV)

Active

Malaysia Debt Venture was established by the Government of Malaysia in 2002 with the objective of providing flexible and innovative financing facilities to develop the ICT sector and has recently expanded their portfolio into funding startups.  Based on November 2022 conversation, the venture debt is provided at a 9% interest rate with a convertible debt that allows MDV to convert the warrants at the agreed price within 5 years.  Prefer Series A and above with companies being backed via ECF/VC as these are companies validated by the market.

Agency/Regulator5 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB

Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)

Active

Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) is the agency under the Ministry of Digital, leading the digital transformation of the economy since 1996. We aim to enable a progressive, innovation-led digital economy

Agency/Regulator30 investmentsSelangor
PreSeedSeed

Malaysia Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF)

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Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF) is a development finance institution supporting the growth of Malaysian SMEs through purpose-driven financing and financial services. The company offers targeted funding solutions such as Halal Accreditation Technology Improvement (HATI), M-WiSE for women entrepreneurs, Future Reading Financing (FRF), and automation and modernisation schemes, alongside its roles in investment banking and asset management under the MBSB Group. By enabling business expansion, inclusivity, and industrial modernization, MIDF contributes to long-term economic resilience, entrepreneurship development, and sustainable growth in Malaysia.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB

Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation Sdn Bhd

Active

Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation is an operator of a development agency for the bio-based industry intended to assist biotechnology companies in expanding their business growth. The company actively promotes foreign direct investments in bio-based industries and provides support, facilitation and advisory services, enabling bio-based and life sciences organizations to accelerate technology development.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB
Sectors: Sustainability & Environment, Healthcare & Education

Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the communications, content, and multimedia industry in Malaysia. The commission develops and enforces policies, standards, and regulations that promote a competitive, efficient, and secure digital ecosystem—from telecommunications and broadcasting to internet services. By ensuring fair access, consumer protection, and innovation-friendly regulation, MCMC supports national digital growth, strengthens connectivity, and enhances public trust in the country’s communications and digital services.

Agency/Regulator
Seed

Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

MIDA’s mandate is to harmonise government promotion efforts, optimise resources, and establish effective structured investment promotion agency (IPA) governance. This empowers MIDA to attract investments, fostering positive economic spillover effects, and aligning with national goals. Today, MIDA stands as the Malaysian Government’s leading and forward-thinking agency, creating new pathways for growth and development in the manufacturing and services sectors.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
SeriesASeriesBSeriesCSeries D & Beyond

Malaysian Palm Oil Board

The Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB) is the government agency responsible for research, development, and regulation of the palm oil industry in Malaysia. The organization conducts scientific research, provides technical expertise, and develops sustainable practices to enhance productivity, environmental stewardship, and competitiveness across the palm oil value chain. By fostering innovation, promoting responsible cultivation, and supporting industry stakeholders, MPOB contributes to economic growth, rural livelihoods, and global leadership in sustainable palm oil development.

Agency/Regulator
Seed

Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology and Innovation (MRANTI)

Malaysian Research Accelerator for Technology & Innovation (MRANTI) is Malaysia’s central research & innovation commercialisation agency that accelerates ideas to market.

Agency/Regulator5 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeed

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn. Bhd.

Active

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) is a government-linked organization focused on accelerating the commercialization and growth of technology-based companies in Malaysia. The company provides integrated support through strategic investments, deep technology funding, Industry 4.0 solutions, technopreneur training, technology centres, and business and technology advisory services. By acting as a catalyst for innovation and venture building, MTDC plays a critical role in transforming R&D into market-ready solutions, strengthening the national technology ecosystem, and driving sustainable economic development.

Agency/Regulator98 investmentsKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB

Mycreative Ventures Sdn. Bhd.

MyCreative is a government investment arm that aims to spur Malaysia’s creative industry via strategic and innovative funding and investments.

Agency/Regulator6 investmentsSelangor
SeriesASeriesBSeriesC

NanoMalaysia

Active

NanoMalaysia Berhad was incorporated in 2011 as a company limited by guarantee (CLBG) under the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) to act as a business entity entrusted with nanotechnology commercialisation activities.

Agency/RegulatorKuala Lumpur
PreSeedSeedSeriesASeriesB
Sectors: Sustainability & Environment

Pembangunan Ekuiti Sdn Bhd

Pembangunan Ekuiti was a venture capital investment firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The firm seeks to invest in companies operating in agriculture & food production, consumer goods, information technology, biotechnology, Emerging Industries, and industrial sectors.

Agency/Regulator1 investmentsKuala Lumpur
SeriesASeriesBSeriesCSeries D & Beyond
Sectors: Advanced Technologies, Retail & Marketplace, Logistics & Infrastructure