This article showcases Boove’s top picks for the best ‘News’ startups. These startups are taking a variety of approaches to innovating in the News’ industry, but are all exceptional startups well worth a follow.
We selected these startups for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
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1. RICE
The idea behind this startup: Rice is a digital native news portal that brings fresh perspectives and bold commentary on everyday life in Asia.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Internet, News, Publishing, Social Media
Founders: Mark Tan
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2. Connected To India
The idea behind this startup: Connected to India is an online media company focussed on covering news around Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Internet, News, Publishing
Founders: Himanshu Verma
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3. Hegion
The idea behind this startup: Alternative Blockchain & Crypto Media, Resources Portal
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Blockchain, Content, Cryptocurrency, Event Management, News, Ticketing
Founders: A L
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4. iwonder
The idea behind this startup: Streaming documentary and current affairs service
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Broadcasting, Internet, News, Video
Founders: Andreas von Maltzahn, James Bridges, James Bridges, Mark Bridges
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5. allrites.com
The idea behind this startup: ALLRITES is Asia’s #1 online marketplace to discover, buy, sell & manage Film & TV Content Rights.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: E-Commerce, Marketplace, Messaging, News
Founders: Damian Miles, Karen Ho, Riaz Mehta
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6. tech360.tv
The idea behind this startup: tech360.tv is an online tech media channel that brings the latest IT and technology gadgets trends.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Information Technology, News, Publishing, Video
Founders: Timothy Go
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7. Blockcast.cc
The idea behind this startup: Blockcast.cc is a broadcasting news source for the blockchain community. Founded in Singapore & South Korea.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Communities, Cryptocurrency, News
Founders: Jenny Zheng
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8. Poptm
The idea behind this startup: Poptm is a Popunder advertising network that offers its services for publishers and advertisers.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Advertising, Marketing, News
Founders: Akira Kurosawa
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9. StokTalk
The idea behind this startup: Fintech start up that provides Indian stock market information to every man on the street
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: FinTech, Internet, News, Payments, Publishing
Founders: Unknown
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10. Alpha Beta Omega
The idea behind this startup: Game Development, Content Production, Mobile App Development, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Apps, Events, iOS, News, Publishing, Video Games
Founders: Unknown
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11. AsiaTokenFund
The idea behind this startup: AsiaTokenFund is a finance platform providing the latest Cryptocurrency market insights, news, digital wallets, and buy-sell platform.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Cryptocurrency, Finance, FinTech, News
Founders: Ken N
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12. Asian Data Science
The idea behind this startup: Asian Data Science is a web portal that serves as a hub for Malaysia Big Data Analytics awareness and publicity.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Analytics, News
Founders: Unknown
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13. Shenton Wire
The idea behind this startup: Shenton Wire offers financial quick assets with commentary on Singapore market moves.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Finance, Financial Services, News
Founders: Unknown
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14. The Splice Newsroom
The idea behind this startup: Splice is a media transformation in Asia that reports on trends, design, talent, and media startups.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Advertising, Communities, Consulting, Digital Media, Journalism, Marketing, News, Publishing
Founders: Alan Soon, Rishad Patel
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15. JagoApps Pte Ltd
The idea behind this startup: We are boutique social gaming company focusing in publishing and developing games that encourage social and entertainment.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Gaming, News, Publishing, Social Media, Video Games
Founders: Kareen Kan
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16. BeeCast
The idea behind this startup: BeeCast is a comprehensive service platform providing integrated news & other blockchain information.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Bitcoin, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Marketing, News
Founders: Andy Zheng, Yidan Xiong
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17. The Compass Asia
The idea behind this startup: The Compass Asia is a broadcasting and media production company.
Headquarters: Midview City, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Broadcasting, News, Publishing
Founders: Unknown
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18. Art World Forum
The idea behind this startup: Art World Forum is an emerging global platform which aims to build valuable networks between art professionals and business leaders.
Headquarters: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore
Industries: Art, Association, Communities, Events, Internet, Market Research, News, Professional Networking
Founders: Anni Oates, Veronica Neo
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