The Philippines’ standing as an emerging startup hub has been bolstered by the recent doubling of  Manila’s startup ecosystem valuation.

According to the 2024 Global Startup Ecosystem Report, Manila’s startup ecosystem was valued at US$6.4 billion, nearly double the previous year’s valuation of US$3.5 billion.

On this episode of Breakfast Special, Minette Navarrete, President, Kickstart Ventures and Joan Yao, Vice President, Investments, Kickstart Ventures share their insights on what’s fueling growth and opportunities for tech and fintech entrepreneurs in the Philippines.

Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)