The company is launching an investment arm and artificial intelligence research lab on the back of a strong 2020 performance.

Each company will receive an investment of MYR 250,000 (USD 61,844).

As the COVID-19 pandemic forces businesses in Southeast Asia to adapt, the intersection of technology and two key industries in the region, healthcare and education, are burgeoning.

Grab, Traveloka, Gojek, and Tokopedia are planning to list shares this year. The company that hits the bourse first may see boons.

GrabHealth and Good Doctor will provide the digital infrastructure, process pre-registrations and extend invitations.

Currently, the firm runs a fleet of more than 70,000 drivers and 200,000 merchants, serving 2 million customers across five major cities in Vietnam.

Some startups in Indonesia are referencing a roster of offenders to screen prospective employees.

Up to 40% of the fund will be allocated to startups in SEA and China.