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LAST WEEK, ASIAN LEADERS DID 🎉

🚀 Grant Lee, Co-Founder and CEO of Gamma, scaled the platform to over 50 million users with a team of only 30 people and will discuss this journey at Open Court with the LocalGlobe team.

🚀 Richard Kim, Co-Founder of Daydream, announced the public beta launch of Daydream’s first product, AI Fashion Search, to revolutionize how people shop for fashion.

💸 Cheryl Campos, Co-Founder of LaFamilia Foundation, awarded $135k in founder grants, gave $200k to emerging VC managers, and hosted over 20 events this year to build community and expand access.

💸 Dara Ladjevardian, Co-Founder and CEO of Delphi, raised a $16M Series A led by Sequoia Capital to help people create digital versions of their minds to scale their time and expertise.

⭐ Kayla Ling, a high school filmmaker and environmentalist, won the National History Day California Senior Documentary Champion title and became a top 10 finalist nationally with her film “The Most Loyal Traitors” about the heroic but overlooked 442nd military unit.

How Three Friends Bottled Modern India in a Scent

Three childhood friends – Sai Pogaru, Sachit Sood, and Utkarsh Vijayvargiya – founded Rahasya, Singapore’s first Indian-inspired niche perfume brand, celebrating modern Indian identity through unique scents. Frustrated by stereotypes in existing Indian fragrances, they created genderless perfumes inspired by personal memories, like monsoon rains and bustling weddings. 

Despite industry doubts, Rahasya became the first Singapore brand stocked by Amaris, selling over 650 bottles since launching in late 2024. The brand embraces a scent-first, story-driven approach with immersive marketing and bold design, aiming to expand globally. Their secret Mystery X vials and playful campaigns highlight a fresh, unapologetic take on Indian perfumery.

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Seed Starved: Singapore's VC Boom Isn’t Reaching Early-Stage Founders

Singapore captured 92% of Southeast Asia’s US$2B VC funding in H1 2025—but early-stage founders are still struggling to raise capital. Michael Blakey of Cocoon Capital warns that the region’s lack of seed funding threatens the entire startup pipeline. 

He backs first-time and academic founders in deep tech and AI, where startup costs are lower and revenue comes quicker. Without more early-stage bets, the ecosystem risks drying up before the next wave of innovation even begins.

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WORKPLACE ESSENTIALS 🌟

Stressed about office life and looking to make it more fun? Here are our editors’ weekly top picks for workplace amenities to uplift your hustle workspace.

Sleeping Bag 💤

Who says sleeping bags are just for camping? In the hustle and bustle of the workplace, a quick midday nap can do you a lot of good and prevent you from yawning non-stop for the rest of the workday.

🌈 After a long day of hustle, it’s time to slow down and recharge. Whether it’s stretching, meditating, journaling, or simply breathing deeply, taking time to wind down helps clear your mind and reset your energy. Remember: resting isn’t lazy—it’s essential for showing up as your best self! ✨

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The Power of Three: A Simple Rule to Supercharge Your Brand

Third time’s a charm. Three seems to be our brain’s favorite number, often serving as a rule of thumb in storytelling, memory, and design. It strikes the perfect balance—long enough to be satisfying, yet short enough to avoid feeling overwhelming. This is known as the rule of three.

At Asian Hustle Solutions, we believe in the power of three: clarity, strategy, and execution. Our services are built to guide Asian entrepreneurs through every stage of their journey—defining your vision, building your brand, and scaling your business.

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