首相動静　10月13日

Launched Fund Round 3 to drive ethical, values-led innovation Aims to support purpose-driven founders with capital, mentorship to scale impactful ventures globally Hasan. VC marked a major milestone in its mission to empower values-driven entrepreneurship with what it claims to be its largest-ever Halal Startup Showcase, celebrating the graduation of Cohort 003 from its flagship five-week accelerator programme. The event brought together nearly 50 startups representing 12 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, making it Hasan. VC’s most diverse and dynamic showcase to date. Throughout the day, investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders engaged in high-energy startup pitches, thought-provoking panels, and meaningful networking sessions underscoring Hasan. VC’s growing influence in advancing halal and ethical innovation across Southeast Asia and beyond. Since launching its accelerator programme, the company has supported over 120 startups, with more than 20 ventures directly funded and a founder community now spanning nearly 200 entrepreneurs. This milestone, it states, reflects the fund’s mission to bridge ethical capital with high-potential founders shaping the next wave of purpose-driven innovation. “What we’re seeing is the rise of a new generation of founders who are building with purpose, solving real-world challenges with integrity and innovation. Our founders are redefining what it means to build with impact, and we’re proud to be part of that journey,” said Mohd Akhtaar, general partner and head of accelerator at Hasan. VC. The event also marked the official launch of Hasan. VC Fund Round 3, unlocking new opportunities for investors to back promising startups across halal and ethical sectors. The fund deepens the firm’s commitment to combining financial performance with meaningful social and ethical impact. “The momentum we’re seeing across halal and ethical tech is only the beginning. As we launch our fund’s third round, we’re opening the door to even greater collaboration and impact. Our focus remains clear to identify scalable halal and ethical ventures, accelerate their growth, and deliver meaningful returns for investors who believe in values-driven entrepreneurship,” said Umar Munshi, managing partner at Hasan. VC. The showcase gathered a vibrant mix of angel investors, venture capitalists, institutional partners, and corporate leaders, all united by a shared belief: that ethical business can drive both profit and purpose. Conversations throughout the day extended beyond financial returns towards vision, values, and meaningful change. The success of Cohort 003 reaffirms Hasan. VC’s belief that entrepreneurship can be both impactful and ethical. With Fund Round 3 now open, the firm continues to expand its support for founders across the halal and ethical economy, providing them with capital, mentorship, and community to help them scale responsibly. For more information on Hasan. VC, its accelerator programme, or investment opportunities, visit www. hasan. vc.