Bangkok's startup scene is defined by its variety, with strong entries in financial services, logistics, and artificial intelligence.
Delivery platform LINE MAN Wongnai leads in funding with $375M, followed closely by fintech firm Ascend Money at $345M. The ecosystem also supports newer ventures like Spacely AI, which applies generative AI to spatial design.
Below is our list of 52 Bangkok startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50LINE MAN Wongnai operates a comprehensive e-commerce platform that connects consumers, riders, and local businesses across Thailand. The all-in-one service provides everything from food and grocery delivery to messenger and taxi services.
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Yod Chinsupakul |
| Funding Amount | $375M |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | GIC, LINE Plus Corporation, BRV Capital Management, Taiwan Mobile Co Ltd, PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company |
Principal Asset Management helps clients with their financial goals through insurance, retirement, and asset management services. They offer a broad range of mutual funds designed to meet the needs of various investors.
| Year Founded | 2004 |
| Founders | Edward Temple |
| Funding Amount | — |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | — |
| Top Investors | — |
B.Grimm develops and operates a diverse portfolio of businesses with a primary focus on the energy sector. The conglomerate also has significant operations in the healthcare industry.
| Year Founded | 1878 |
| Founders | Bernhard Grimm, Erwin Müller, Matthias Juergens |
| Funding Amount | $292.7M |
| Startup Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Debt Financing |
| Top Investors | Asian Development Bank |
Spacely AI uses generative AI to automate spatial design, creating photorealistic renderings and 3D models in just minutes. Their platform is built for professionals in architecture, interior design, and real estate to help them quickly visualize and iterate on projects.
| Year Founded | 2023 |
| Founders | Paruey Ana |
| Funding Amount | $1M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | SCB 10X, Proptech Farm, Ted Thirapatana, Wannaporn Phornprapha, Mek Srunyu Stittri |
Ascend Money builds fintech products that provide e-payment and micro-lending services. Their work focuses on increasing financial inclusion for consumers and small businesses throughout Southeast Asia.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Suphachai Chearavanont |
| Funding Amount | $345M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | MUFG Bank, Ant Group, Charoen Pokphand Group, Krungsri Finnovate, Bow Wave Capital Management |
Lightnet builds a next-generation financial infrastructure for cross-border payments. Their platform uses blockchain technology to help partners send money internationally with lower costs and faster speeds.
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Chatchaval Jiaravanon, Tridbodi Arunanondchai |
| Funding Amount | $135.2M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Corporate Round |
| Top Investors | UOB Venture, 7-Eleven, Hashkey Exchange, Signum Capital, LDA Capital |
Manatal builds an AI-powered recruitment platform designed to streamline the entire hiring process for HR teams and agencies. Their all-in-one software manages the full lifecycle, from sourcing and tracking applicants to onboarding new hires.
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Jeremy Fichet, Yassine Belmamoun |
| Funding Amount | $5.1M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | FEBE Ventures, Surge |
Pomelo Fashion delivers on-trend styles and modern apparel through its international e-commerce platform for women. The brand is known for its curated collections that make the latest fashion accessible to a global audience.
| Year Founded | 2013 |
| Founders | Casey Liang, David Jou |
| Funding Amount | $124.5M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series D |
| Top Investors | 500 Global, JD.com, InnoVen Capital, Jungle Ventures, InterVest Co. |
T&B Media Global finances and produces family-friendly content, from animated features to digital series. They also invest in entertainment technologies, managing projects from initial concept to global distribution.
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Jwanwat Ahriyavraromp |
| Funding Amount | $300M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Corporate Round |
| Top Investors | Sygnum |
Bitkub Capital Group Holdings operates Thailand's leading cryptocurrency exchange for buying, selling, and storing digital assets. The company provides a regulated and accessible platform that serves as a gateway to the digital economy for the Thai market.
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Atthakrit Chimplapibul, Sugrit Phutaviriya, Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa |
| Funding Amount | $28.7M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (251-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | dtac Accelerate, Asphere Innovations |
42 Additional Bangkok Startups Worth Following
The top 10 are just a small slice of what’s happening in Bangkok right now. Across the city, founders are raising funds and launching companies in everything from fintech to fashion.
Some are early in their journey, while others are scaling fast. Here’s a look at more of the startups that make Bangkok's scene so exciting.