By supporting homegrown startups, we believe we can drive impactful solutions that address Malaysia’s unique challenges.
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Bring your concept to life with our first ever startup accelerator programme.
Powered by GXBank and Grab, with MYStartup as our strategic partner and 1337 Ventures as the appointed accelerator manager, our programme is designed to support startups at every stage of their journey.
Applications open till 5 Jan 2025.
A focal point agency for Malaysia’s startup ecosystem under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation that has helped fund over 1,100 tech startups in the country.
Malaysia's Single Window for the startup ecosystem, offering a one-stop platform for all things startup in Malaysia.
Is a leading Malaysian Venture Capital focusing on early stage startups, helping them to launch, validate, and scale.
Engage with and be inspired by founding members of Grab, Southeast Asia’s first decacorn.
Tap into the expertise of banking leaders and Grab in building economic empowerment.
With local and regional financial institutions to secure capital funding.
Get ready for an exciting 6-month adventure as we redefine the future of digital banking.
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Accessibility
Limited infrastructure, low financial literacy, banking mistrust, and lack of documentation.
Limited credit access, complex regulations, lack of tools and inefficiencies.
Limited infrastructure, low financial literacy, banking mistrust, and lack of documentation.
Limited credit access, complex regulations, lack of tools and inefficiencies.
Security
Outdated fraud systems, slow manual detection, and need for advanced automation and tech integration to prevent threats and disruptions.
Insufficient coverage and financial security for gig and informal workers, lacking steady access to social safety nets.
Outdated fraud systems, slow manual detection, and need for advanced automation and tech integration to prevent threats and disruptions.
Insufficient coverage and financial security for gig and informal workers, lacking steady access to social safety nets.
Experience
Scaling personalisation, bridging digital divides, ensuring inclusivity, and maintaining quality in high-volume interactions.
Providing tools to enhance financial management and streamline operations.
Scaling personalisation, bridging digital divides, ensuring inclusivity, and maintaining quality in high-volume interactions.
Providing tools to enhance financial management and streamline operations.
Applications for our first cohort are now open till 5th Jan 2024 and are reviewed
on a first come first served basis.
The GXBank Accelerator Programme is organised by GXBank, with 1337 Ventures serving as the main partner and lead accelerator.
Yes, startups need to be legally incorporated by the time the programme begins.
No, there is no application fee to participate in this programme.
We evaluate startups based on, but not limited to, the following criteria:
• Product-Market Fit and Innovation: Alignment with our focus on problem statements and the ability to offer solutions to GXBank.
• Growth Potential and Scalability: The capability for significant growth and the potential to scale effectively.
• Team Experience and Skill Set: The qualifications and expertise of the founding teams.
• Commitment to the Programme: The dedication of the team to actively engage and participate throughout the programme.
Startups are expected to:
• Commit full-time to the programme.
• Participate actively in workshops, mentoring sessions, and office hours.
• Meet progress milestones and goals agreed upon with mentors.
While we don’t provide direct funding through this programme or assist every startup with fundraising, we do offer valuable resources, including pitch training and introductions to our network of investors.
If your startup isn’t selected, you can still stay engaged with us through our 1337 Ventures & GXBank community events, workshops, and future programme applications. We will notify you of your application status when the application period closes.
For any inquiries about the programme, feel free to contact 1337 Ventures via. WhatsApp at +6011 5628 0817 or email us at info@1337ventures.net.
+601156280817
info@1337ventures.net
