500 Startups Vietnam
Venture capitalPalo Alto · Pre-Seed–Growth · 9 people tracked
Investment thesis
500 Global's Southeast Asia funds invest in fast-growing technology companies across the region, focusing on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value. Priority growth areas include sustainable cities (energy, transport, waste, food/agriculture), rural development and inclusion, fintech and embedded finance driving financial inclusion, enterprise and productivity software (SaaS, edtech, low/no-code, machine middleware) for MSMEs and large enterprises, foodtech and resilient food systems, and holistic healthcare and self-care spanning body and mind. The firm supports founders from idea to exit with capital, expertise, network, and hands-on operator support.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 9 people
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What they invest in
from 6 of 8 portfolio companiesFintech ×4Consumer ×2Marketplaces ×2AgTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1B2B Marketplaces ×1Deep Tech ×1EdTech ×1
HQs:Indonesia×4Singapore×1Vietnam×1
Investments · 8 tracked
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GrabAcademy, established in 2020, provides learning and development programs and training support for Grab's partners to help them deliver services and prepare for future challenges.
EdTechFintechFuture of WorkLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplacesMobility & TransportationSingapore, SG
Anthony Tan(Founder)inHooi Ling TaninCheryl GohChin OngKell LimSarah Lim
Co-investors137 Ventures500 GlobalArbor VenturesBase PartnersBeacon VCCoatue Management+21 more
Co-investorsBeast VenturesChanzo CapitalCincyTechElizabeth Street VenturesGG CapitalHinge Capital+7 more
Bizzi provides an automation platform for business finance operations, using RPA and AI to process invoices, manage expenses, handle accounts receivable/debt collection, and enable B2B payments.
AI & Machine LearningFintechSaaSHo Chi Minh City, VN
Nguyen Bao Nguyen(Founder)in
Co-investorsQualgro500 GlobalDo Ventures Management, LlcMoney Forward
PT Bukalapak.com Tbk operates an online shopping platform in Indonesia.
ConsumerFintechImpact & Social Good
Muhamad RasyidNugroho HerucahyonoAchmad Zaky(Founder)inDian HaryokusumoTeddy OetomoWillix Halim
Co-investors500 GlobalEndeavor CatalystMandiri Capital IndonesiaRebright PartnersSC VenturesSpiral Ventures+3 more
Singapore-based operator of a mobile-first online classifieds and secondhand marketplace across Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Siu Rui Quek(Founder)in
Co-investorsAppWorks VenturesEndeavor CatalystGolden Gate VenturesK3 VenturesQuest VenturesRakuten Capital+5 more
Carsome is a used car marketplace that conducts rapid vehicle inspections (30-45 minutes) with transparent pricing and provides a one-year warranty on engine, transmission, and AC.
B2B MarketplacesMarketplacesRetail TechJakarta, ID
Co-investorsAC VenturesEmissary CapitalIndogen Capital
Efishery is an Indonesian aquaculture technology company serving fish and shrimp farmers.
AgTechDeep TechIoT
Chrisna AdityainGibran Huzaifah(Founder)inMuhammad Akhirulsyahin
Co-investors500 Global
Kredivo Group builds financial services products including buy-now-pay-later and personal lending for consumers, and point-of-sale financing solutions for ecommerce merchants, alongside a digital banking and savings platform for goal-based financial management.
ConsumerFintech
Akshay GargAlie TanDennis LerchlUmang Rustagi
Co-investors500 GlobalCathay InnovationOpenspace Ventures
Exits · 1
IPOs and acquisitions across the tracked portfolioGrabNASDAQ: GRAB
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Carousell · forbes.com · Aug 24, 2026
Grab · finance.yahoo.com · Aug 12, 2026
Bukalapak · idnfinancials.com · Jul 29, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has 500 Startups Vietnam made?
- 500 Startups Vietnam has 7 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited via acquisition or IPO.
- What stage does 500 Startups Vietnam invest at?
- 500 Startups Vietnam invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Growth stages.
- What is 500 Startups Vietnam's typical check size?
- 500 Startups Vietnam typically writes checks of $25K – $20M.
- What sectors does 500 Startups Vietnam focus on?
- 500 Startups Vietnam focuses on AgTech, Cleantech, Digital Health, EdTech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Fintech, FoodTech, Healthtech, InsurTech, Mental Health, Mobility & Transportation, SaaS, Sector Agnostic, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is 500 Startups Vietnam located?
- 500 Startups Vietnam is headquartered in Palo Alto, VN.
- Who does 500 Startups Vietnam co-invest with?
- 500 Startups Vietnam most often shares deals with 500 Global, Endeavor Catalyst, K3 Ventures, among 52 tracked co-investors.
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