Kick off Money20/20 Asia with a sharp and thought-provoking session that unpacks the real reasons startups fail, and what it takes to succeed in Asia’s FinTech ecosystem. Moderated by Billy van der Loo, President of the Bangkok Startup Association, this dynamic conversation brings together Prabhav Rakhra, Founder of Salary Hero, and Miranda Jiang, VC at GSR Ventures, to explore the delicate balance between founders’ ambitions and venture capital realities.
Through candid insights, we’ll challenge misconceptions about the founder-VC dynamic, revealing how fund economics, market timing, and hyperlocal challenges shape the path to success or failure. With competition at an all-time low, this is a moment of opportunity for bold founders who can navigate the ecosystem’s complexities and align their vision with the realities of funding and scaling in Asia. This session is designed to spark ideas, challenge assumptions, and provide actionable insights for anyone looking to thrive in Asia’s FinTech startup landscape.