Hi-five! Philippine-based early venture capital firm Kaya Founders just made three new investments and two follow-on investments into local startups. 

Their investment themes for 2025 focus on AI-powered B2B platforms transforming the country’s largest industries, tech-enabled B2C models for the country’s emerging middle class, and embedded credit solutions fueling MSME growth and empowering consumers. 

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💳 New faces

Kaya deploys funds from their two funds, Zero to One (pre-seed-focused) and One to Ten (seed to Series A-focused).

LenderLink. They’re an alternative credit data aggregator that combines data from digital lenders, collection agencies, and existing credit bureaus. 

ProTech. They’re a device insurance enterprise for emerging markets. 

FooDoo. They’re an F&B startup that streamlines transactions between suppliers and buyers in the food industry.

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✅  Follow-on funding, check

Kaya joined the pre-Series A funding rounds for these startups.

Sourcy. They’re an AI-powered B2B sourcing platform that helps local businesses discover and source products at the lowest price. 

EDGE Tutor. They’re a platform that connects certified Filipino English and Math educators with global tutoring companies.

Extra Scoop. Want to learn more about the Philippine startup ecosystem? Read the Philippine Venture Capital Report by Foxmont Capital Partners and BCG here.