1982 Ventures - We invest in early stage fintech in Southeast Asia.

Fintech is different

1982 Ventures is the first seed fund exclusively focused on fintech in Southeast Asia. Fintech will be the backbone of Southeast Asia’s new economy. The time is now to invest in the region’s next great companies.

Southeast Asia is the place.

Seed is the stage.

Fintech is the sector.

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Proven team with a
deep network

On the ground and close to the ecosystem. Our team is built for early stage fintech investing. We are experienced venture capitalists with a background in financial services, fintech and founding companies.

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We live and die by our portfolio

We invest in relationships to generate great partnerships and returns.

"One of our biggest supporters in the market and has led to increased credibility with potential customers and investors."

"Always available and ready to support us."

"Took the time to understand our business model and understood our sector."

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Insights from 1982 Ventures

1982 Ventures shares insights in UOB Fintech in ASEAN Report 2021

1982 Ventures shares insights in UOB Fintech in ASEAN 2021 Report for Singapore Fintech Festival. In a collaboration with PwC Singapore and Singapore Fintech Association, UOB published FinTech in ASEAN 2021: Digital takes flight.

Podcast: Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures

Scott Krivokopich and Herston Elton Powers, Managing Partners of 1982 Ventures joined Merek Danyluk, CEO and Managing Partner of Space Executive Group and Space Ventures, to share their insights on Southeast Asian fintech, on the "Space Talks" podcast. They discussed the fintech environment in Southeast Asia, investment strategies, challenges faced by startups, hiring trends, and building the most active fintech fund in Southeast Asia.

1982 Ventures Backed Vietnam Proptech Homebase Raises USD$30M

1982 Ventures backed Vietnamese proptech Homebase has raised $30 million in equity and debt from a group of foreign investors including Y Combinator, Partech Partners, Goodwater Capital, according to an announcement.1982 Ventures is the leading seed fund focused on fintech in Southeast Asia.