Bee Informatica raised JPY 71m in a seed round led by Delight Ventures to expand its digital microfinance business in Malaysia.

Aug 30, 2024•12 months ago

Amount Raised

¥71

Round Type

seed

TokyoLendingFintechFinanceFinancial Services

Investors

AgentLuatsuFor DigitDelight Ventures

Description

Bee Informatica, operating 'Funding Bee,' has completed a seed round raising JPY 71 million through third-party allotment. The funds will be used to expand its microfinance business for small businesses in Malaysia, including development costs for a digital license and market research for future expansion.

Company Information

Company

Bee Informatica

Location

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

About

Bee Informatica operates 'Funding Bee,' a digital microfinance solution aimed at supporting small businesses in Malaysia. The platform's mission is to ensure that all small businesses are fairly evaluated and can access the financial resources they need. With a focus on developing innovative credit scoring mechanisms, Bee Informatica seeks to bridge the gap for small enterprises that struggle to obtain traditional loans. Through its services, it aims to empower small businesses and foster growth in the Southeast Asian market.

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