Next year is expected to see several large series C fundraising deals among Thai startups that have already secured series B. Eko, however, raised $20 million series B led by SMDV. However, he warned that talent and regulation are the two large factors potentially affecting the growth of the Thai startup ecosystem. Vertical startups are potentially experiencing a boom, especially those involving financial technology, property technology, food technology and education technology. For its part, dtac Accelerate, will focus on helping series A startup to move to secure series B fundraising, he said.

Source: The Nation Bangkok December 22, 2018 12:33 UTC