The investment in BackScoop, a Manila-based content platform for the Southeast Asian tech industry, aims to capitalize on the growing demand for quality tech news and community engagement.
Target Company Overview
We are thrilled to announce our investment in BackScoop, a newly established content and community platform headquartered in Manila, centering on the technology sector in Southeast Asia. Having launched only three months ago, BackScoop has already attracted over 1,400 subscribers to its weekly email newsletter, showcasing its early traction and demand.
The platform is spearheaded by Amanda Cua, the founder and CEO, who previously played a pivotal role at Avion School, a Y Combinator W21 software e-learning startup in the Philippines. With a passion for writing and a deep commitment to the technology industry, Amanda identified a significant market gap for high-quality, accessible content that effectively conveys the fast-paced developments in the tech sector within the region.
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Industry Overview in Southeast Asia
The Southeast Asian tech industry has been experiencing rapid growth, fueled by increased internet penetration and the rise of mobile technology. Countries in the region, including the Philippines, are witness
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invested in
BackScoop
in 2023
in a Seed Stage deal