KUALA LUMPUR, 25 AUGUST 2023 – Digital Village Accelerator (DiVA) is a flagship accelerator programme by Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) to accelerate the growth of Sarawak Technology Startups & Scaleups. In this five-month programme, the participants are given RM150,000 grants, mentorships, market access, master classes, access to VC, and investors and auxiliary support for their startup growth. The programme also places a strong focus on increasing revenue generation, expanding market presence, and enhancing investment potential.

Participating startups will receive extensive support from our esteemed partners, enabling them to leverage up to RM2,000,000 worth of valuable startup benefits for both early-stage startups and rapidly growing scaleups. These benefits are made available through DiVA’s collaboration with NEXEA, the official Accelerator Partner of DiVA. Join DiVA today and unlock your startup’s full potential with our tailored resources and expert guidance.

Let’s have a look at the five DiVA finalists:

1. Migratesafe – Migratesafe is an ESG-centric recruitment agency that aims to enhance the reliability of migrant worker recruitment for household employers and companies.

2. Hexabyn – Hexabyn specialises in computer vision technology, focusing on delivering practical and cost-efficient solutions, making cutting-edge technology accessible to a wide range of businesses.

3. Entomal – Entomal Biotech is South East Asia’s leading on-demand black soldier fly provider that focuses on biowaste management and insect protein production.

4. EB Tech – EB Tech is an Enterprise SaaS company that provides business optimisation solutions by leveraging Vision AI and Deep Technology primarily designed for the agriculture, energy/infrastructure, and carbon credits sectors.

5. The Learning Curve – STEM delivery partner, developing digital hardware and software solutions to lighten students’ school bag, teachers’ workload, and parents’ expenses.

NEXEA is delighted to announce its investment commitment of RM320,000 to EB Tech. NEXEA is excited to have signed with EB Tech and is looking forward to witnessing their progress and unwavering dedication towards transforming the agricultural and energy landscapes. With EB Tech’s innovative approach and end-to-end technology-based solutions, NEXEA eagerly anticipates the groundbreaking advancements they will bring to these industries in the future.

Commenting on SDEC’s very own accelerator programme, its Chief Executive Officer Ir. Ts. Sudarnoto Osman said SDEC is proud to support these entrepreneurs who have received developmental grants amounting to RM150,000 to further boost their growth and is excited to see the progress they have made to-date.

“These are the future of Sarawakian tech players, and we are more than pleased to be part of their entrepreneurial journey. SDEC is always committed to offer our ultimate cooperation in creating a vibrant ecosystem for tech startups in Sarawak, and to drive the growth of the digital economy in this region,” said Sudarnoto.

“As the Accelerator Partner of DiVA, NEXEA is thrilled to empower Sarawakian startups with access to funding, propelling them towards resounding success. In line with our commitment to fostering growth and innovation, our esteemed Angel Investors play a pivotal role in this programme. They take immense pride in committing investments to startups we have been diligently mentoring for months, promising continued guidance and support for the years to come.

At NEXEA, we have established a strong mentorship network in Sarawak, which comprises founders from leading high-growth startups, delivering invaluable insights and guidance from those who have walked the entrepreneurial path themselves” said Ben Lim, the Founder and CEO of NEXEA.