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Southeast Asian startups survive beyond play-to-earn

Several regional gaming and sports-tech enterprises continue operating despite previous market shifts and changing venture funding conditions.

Editorial team Replicable · · Source: e27

Southeast Asian markets experienced various outcomes as ventures attempted to commercialise gaming over the past decade. While some initiatives faced major failures, 14 gaming and sports-tech startups remain active. A notable portion of these enduring enterprises achieved survival without securing substantial venture capital funding.