Virdalis secures backing for duckweed protein platform targeting feed security
Virdalis, a Singapore-based biotechnology startup, has raised USD 700,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Wavemaker Impact to accelerate development of its duckweed-based animal feed platform. The company produces high-protein feed from Wolffia globosa, positioning it as a sustainable alternative to conventional inputs such as soy and fishmeal.
It will use the funding to expand pilot production, grow its technical team, and initiate early commercial partnerships with feed manufacturers across Southeast Asia. Its approach centers on cultivating duckweed in controlled environments, enabling rapid biomass growth with minimal land and water requirements.
By localizing production and reducing resource intensity, Virdalis aims to offer a more resilient and scalable protein source for aquaculture and livestock producers.
MetaComp raises pre-Series A+ funding to expand “Web 2.5” financial infrastructure
MetaComp, a Singapore-based fintech platform, has completed a pre-Series A+ round backed by Alibaba, Spark Venture, and existing investors, bringing its total pre-Series A financing to USD 35 million.
According to the company, it offers regulated payment and wealth solutions for institutional and accredited clients. The capital will be used to expand its StableX Network across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, while advancing its financial infrastructure. MetaComp focuses on enabling cross-border transactions through a hybrid model that integrates fiat and stablecoin rails.
Singapore’s dtcpay secures Series A funding to scale stablecoin payments globally
dtcpay, a Singapore-headquartered digital payments company, has raised USD 10 million in a Series A round led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India. Boutique investment bank Favour Capital served as financial advisor.
The company enables businesses and individuals to transact across digital and fiat currencies through a real-time settlement engine. Its platform also offers card solutions in partnership with Visa, allowing users to spend stablecoin balances in everyday transactions.
It will use the proceeds to enhance its product suite, strengthen infrastructure, and expand operations across newly licensed markets. dtcpay recently secured an EMI (electronic money institution) license in Luxembourg, complementing its MPI (major payment institution) license in Singapore and additional regulatory approvals across multiple jurisdictions.
PixVerse reaches unicorn status following Series C round
PixVerse, a video generation platform developed by Chinese-founded AIsphere, said it has reached unicorn status following a Series C round led by CDH Investments, with participation from Antler, EnvisionX Capital, iGlobe Partners, Lion X Ventures, UOB Venture Management, and 3W Fund. The company did not disclose the round size or valuation.
The milestone comes in a segment where smaller startups were widely expected to be outcompeted by larger players over time. As of September 2025, when PixVerse completed its Series B funding, founder Wang Changhu said the platform’s subscription revenue was covering most of its operating costs, indicating strong usage and monetization that may have supported investor interest in the latest round.
The funding coincides with PixVerse establishing a Singapore office to support global expansion. The hub will anchor enterprise operations, partnerships, and market development, particularly across North America and Asia.
PvX Partners provides growth financing to Kodree for user acquisition
PvX Partners, a Singapore-based financial services platform, has provided USD 10 million in user acquisition financing to Kodree, an edtech platform headquartered in Kyiv.
Kodree offers subscription-based learning supported by an artificial intelligence assistant, combining structured curricula with hands-on projects and community-driven collaboration. It serves users across multiple countries, targeting both career switchers and professionals seeking to upskill.
The funds will be used to scale marketing efforts and accelerate user growth, with PvX’s cohort-based model enabling capital deployment tied to performance metrics.
OneDash expands Cambodia operations following early-stage backing
OneDash, a Cambodia-based on-demand laundry service, has secured early-stage backing from 2080 Ventures as it looks to scale its domestic operations. The company provides door-to-door laundry services, including washing, folding, and ironing, serving both individual consumers and hospitality clients.
The investment, the size of which was not disclosed, will support service expansion, operational improvements, and customer acquisition. OneDash focuses on building a reliable, technology-enabled service layer in a market where such offerings remain underpenetrated.
The announcement coincides with OneDash’s selection as one of the startups featured at the Cambodia Entrepreneur Showcase, where it reportedly gained additional visibility and access to regional networks.
Recent deals completed in China:
- Aridge, the flying car subsidiary of Xpeng, has raised nearly USD 200 million in an equity round from Gaorong Ventures, Fortune Capital, Hillhouse Capital, and HongShan, the latter two of which also participated in its earlier Series A round.
- Zeron, a developer of new energy heavy trucks and autonomous driving technology, has raised RMB 1.2 billion (USD 174 million) in a new round co-led by Lochpine Capital, Momenta, and Nio Capital, with participation from Lingtong Group, F&G Venture, InnoVen Capital, Joy Capital, Shenergy ICY Capital, Blue Lake Capital, and returning investor Ondine Capital. Founded in 2022, it will use the capital to advance its push into vehicle manufacturing and autonomous driving. The deal follows a RMB 500 million (USD 72.5 million) Series A round completed in mid-2025, bringing the proceeds from its last two rounds to more than RMB 1.7 billion (USD 246.4 million). —36Kr
- Sitan Technology, a Chinese developer of micro LED technology, has completed a Series B3 round, raising an undisclosed amount from Xiamen Advanced Manufacturing Industry Fund No. 1, Xiamen Science City Fund of Funds, Industrial Securities Capital, and Longhua Capital. It will use the capital to accelerate the commercialization of in-car projection and augmented reality display products, while expanding into industrial visual inspection. —36Kr
- AccuPulse, a Chinese medtech company focused on cardiac electrophysiology, has raised over RMB 100 million (USD 14.5 million) in a pre-Series B round led by a fund managed by CICC Capital, with participation from Vision Plus Capital and an undisclosed industry investor. It will use the funds to accelerate the R&D and commercialization of its pulsed field ablation system, 3D mapping system, and electrophysiology consumables. —36Kr
- Comospace, a provider of space-based computing and application systems, has secured RMB 100 million in an angel plus round from Shanghai Engine Fund, China Fortune-Tech Capital, SCGC, Shuimu Tsinghua Alumni Seed Fund, Gewu Zhizhi Private Fund, SEE Fund, Hongtai Aplus, Innoangel Fund, Chuanxiang Investment, and Plum Ventures. —36Kr
- UniAero, a satellite communications terminal developer, has raised over RMB 10 million (USD 1.4 million) in an angel round from TusStar VC, Shuimu Tsinghua Alumni Seed Fund, and SEE Fund, among others. It will use the capital for product R&D and to build batch production capacity for satellite internet applications. —36Kr
- Nous Bot, a components supplier for embodied intelligence systems, has raised over RMB 100 million in a Series A round co-led by the Shanghai Semiconductor Equipment Material Industry Investment Fund and Spinnotec, with participation from Lenovo Capital and Ambrum Capital. Listed automotive suppliers Pengling and Kelai joined as strategic investors, while existing backer SAIC Motor Venture Capital also participated again. Nous Bot will use the funds for capacity expansion, product development, and working capital. —36Kr
- Gestala, a Chinese developer of ultrasound brain-computer interface technology, has raised RMB 150 million (USD 21.7 million) in an angel round co-led by Guosheng Capital and Dalton Venture, with participation from Tsing Song Capital, Gobi China, Fourier Intelligence, Liepin, and Seas Capital. Founded in January, it will use the funding to develop its first product and begin early clinical trials. —36Kr
- Taiyi, a quantum computing startup, has raised over RMB 100 million in an angel round led by Shanghai Engine Fund, with participation from Xunfei Ventures, JinkoSolar, Galbot, ABA Chemicals, and Houxue Investment. Founded in January, it will use the capital for product R&D, team expansion, and the development of its first quantum computer. —36Kr
Cortical Labs, TVS, Sapiens AI, and others made recent headlines:
- Cortical Labs, a Melbourne-based deep tech company developing biological computing systems, secured an undisclosed investment in a round co-led by Horizon Ventures and 3C, with participation from Gobi Partners and Tom Oxley, founder of brain-computer interface company Synchron.
- Thien Viet Securities (TVS), an investment bank, invested USD 4 million in Vietnamese electric motorbike manufacturer Dat Bike as part of the company’s Series B funding round.
- Sapiens AI, a Singapore-based company, raised USD 20 million in its first funding round, at a reported valuation of about USD 100 million. The round was led by an undisclosed Singapore-based family office.
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Note: RMB figures are converted to USD at rates of RMB 6.90 = USD 1 based on estimates as of March 17, 2026, unless otherwise stated. USD conversions are presented for ease of reference and may not fully match prevailing exchange rates.