Cradle Fund
VC Fund
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Cradle Fund is a VC fund in Kuala Lumpur focused on Software and E-Commerce. WHO IS CRADLE?Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle) is Malaysia's early stage start-up influencer, incorporated under the Ministry of Finance Malaysia (MOF) in 2003 with a mandate to fund potential and high-calibre tech start-ups through its Cradle Investment Programme (CIP).Throughout its 13-year history, Cradle has helped fund over 700Malaysian tech start-ups and holds the highest commercialisation rate amongst government grants in the country. Having more than a decade of experience in the nation's grant funding scene, Cradle further expanded its role from grant provider to investor through the establishment of its venture arm, Cradle Seed Ventures in 2015 and following its portfolio expansion to equity investment in early 2017, Cradle now offers both funding and investment assistance. Cradle's product offerings are not only restricted to monetary aid, but also include commercialisation support, coaching and various other value-added services to cater today's entrepreneurs' diversified needs.OUR MISSIONTo be the leading pre-seed, seed and start-up stage funding agency in Malaysia, that provides effective grant and equity funding, commercialisation support, coaching, and industry value-add to accelerate the growth of start-up companies.Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Total investments:
- 52
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 40%
Last updated:
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Industries Cradle Fund invests in
Stages Cradle Fund invests in
Countries Cradle Fund invests in
Round sizes
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Round size
- Seed
- $185k–$787k
- Grant
- $22k–$117k
- Pre-Seed
- $62k–$75k
Investment Focus
Industry
- Software 16 (31%)
- E-Commerce 10 (19%)
- Information Technology 8 (15%)
- SaaS 7 (13%)
- Marketplace 7 (13%)
Stage
- Grant 26 (50%)
- Seed 13 (25%)
- Pre-Seed 6 (12%)
- Equity Crowdfunding 2 (4%)
- Angel 1 (2%)
Country
- Malaysia 47 (90%)
- Singapore 1 (2%)
- United States 1 (2%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Juliana Jan
Chief Investment Officer
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Chief Investment Officer | Total investments: 3 | Find email | |
Azman Hood
Vice President of Investment (DEQ800)
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Vice President of Investment (DEQ800) | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Eliza Elias
Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnership
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Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnership | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Munir Shah
Vice President of Corporate Services
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Vice President of Corporate Services | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Razif Aziz
Chief Operations Officer
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Chief Operations Officer | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
| See all 7 team members → | ||||
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axtraction AI provides innovative document AI solutions for precise and efficient regulatory compliance in banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI). | $124.2K / Grant / Apr 01, 2026 | ||
| Looking for a merchandising app in Malaysia? Click on Easym.com.my. We offer a range of merchandising apps that are perfect for your business. Do visit our site for more info. | Grant / Jul 03, 2025 | ||
| DasAR provides a hassle-free and cost-efficient, no-code web-based AR solution. In less than an hour, businesses can subscribe, upload 3D models, link a custom domain, and launch their own mobile responsive AR website, enabling customers to visualise products in real-life settings. Our placement formula showcases objects in their accurate sizingbased on real-world distances, particularly useful for heavy, bulky, and high-value items. With our value of accessibility, practicality, and community, DasAR democratises AR technology. Accessibility is ensured through our self-serve web platform, eliminating customised App development. Practicality extends beyond just visualisation, as our 3D models dynamically react to real-world distances, illustrating precise space usage at home or at work. As our platform evolves, it will foster collaboration among businesses, 3D modellers, and consumers, creating a community for support. | $22.6K / Grant / Feb 20, 2025 | ||
| VEE BERHAD is the Malaysia No.1 HighQuality Smart Home provider, under the registered trademark brand name "VEE SMART HOME". We are the Malaysia "No.1 Quality and Warranty" Smart Home provider, target market at ASEAN Countries. | $1.1K / Grant / Jun 27, 2024 | ||
| MyCRS is a SaaS model correction tool, backed by IoT and RFID technology, designed to rectify a critical loophole in building construction – concrete quality assurance. Concrete, one of the two irreversible construction materials, is often neglected by building owners and users because it is typically covered by other finishing materials. Thisneglect can lead to illicit practices, putting public safety and homeowners at risk.Our technology ensures transparency, security, and traceability for every construction project in Malaysia, addressing the manipulation that causes millions of buildings and infrastructure projects to fall into hidden life-threatening risks.MyCRS has a proven track record of effectiveness, having served as the corrective action for the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HKZHMC) mega project. Additionally, we have assisted Hong Kong government labs and Singapore HDB labs in transforming their operations with robotic automation examination upgrades.As a data-driven company, our innovative IoT and AIoT products provide unparalleled insights and improvements in construction quality assurance. MyCRS is dedicated to revolutionizing the construction industry by eliminating hidden dangers and ensuring the safety and integrity of every building. Our mission is to deliver quality justice for every building and everyone. | $21.1K / Grant / Nov 03, 2023 | ||
| Shoppegram is a SaaS platform designed for ease of use with a high conversion rate for small businesses.With Shoppegram focusing on core essentials feature only, it helps our users to build their online store fast and with ease. Focusing on business validation and conversion rate without the technical hassles.Shoppegram also does regulartraining and workshops to help small business owners kick starts their own online business using e-commerce. We provide e-learning content from core fundamentals to advance analysis to helps our merchants learn and grow easily.Shoppegram currently have over 21,000 users in Malaysia. Shoppegram was founded in 2013 and launched to the public on 30 August 2019. | $105K / Grant / Oct 30, 2023 | ||
| Ulalive is a no-code platform that uses personalized video call-to-actions to help businesses acquire leads faster and build a sales pipeline from scratch.Ulalive is a simple, easy-to-use, no-code B2B SaaS for gaining leads, prospecting, and acquiring customers through video. Ulalive enables businesses to unlock their lead generation potential bycustomizing built-in call-to-actions for videos and receiving prompt feedback from clients or teams. It is ideal for solopreneurs, startups, growing enterprises, and teams who want to get their messages out there and receive the desired responses faster. | $21.6K / Grant / Aug 31, 2023 | ||
| Lokein is a Malaysia secure marketplace - Buy and sell preloved, vintage, second hand and bundle items. | $110K / Grant / Aug 01, 2023 | ||
| CloudJoi is the fastest growing digital ticketing and streaming platform for performing arts, culture, and live entertainment in Malaysia.Our mission is to cultivate thriving ecosystems, connecting individuals passionate about various aspects of entertainment and community building. Positioned as a catalyst for innovation and unity,CloudJoi's essence lies in infusing creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship into its work. CloudJoi stands out among other ticketing solution provider with a unique selling proposition of providing tailored solutions across different industries, adapting to evolving ventures and delivering exceptional value through its commitment to openness, collaboration, and a passion for diverse creative pursuits. | $90.8K / Grant / Jan 03, 2023 | ||
| Ejen2u is a reseller ecosystem provider aim to help business and resellers to increase their income and enrich their lives Top 30 startup in Global Accelerator Programme (GAP), MaGIC Cohort 3. Top 6 Startup Watchtower & Friends (WTF) Accelerator Batch #8. Endeavour Malaysia ScaleUp Cohort 3 | Grant / Dec 08, 2022 | ||
| See all 52 investments → | |||
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FAQ
What does Cradle Fund invest in?
Cradle Fund invests primarily in Software, E-Commerce and Information Technology startups, most often at Grant and Seed stage. Most of the 52 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in Malaysia. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What round sizes does Cradle Fund invest in?
Cradle Fund typically joins rounds of $185k–$787k at Seed, $22k–$117k at Grant and $62k–$75k at Pre-Seed. These are whole funding-round sizes, not Cradle Fund's own check, which is rarely disclosed: the 10th–90th percentile of the confirmed public funding rounds Cradle Fund took part in.
How do I contact Cradle Fund?
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Who are the partners at Cradle Fund?
The team at Cradle Fund includes Juliana Jan (Chief Investment Officer), Azman Hood (Vice President of Investment (DEQ800)) and Eliza Elias (Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Partnership), among 7 team members tracked by Shizune. The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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Yes — every stat on this profile is calculated from confirmed public funding rounds monitored across hundreds of sources since 2020. This profile was last refreshed in Oct 2026 and is updated monthly. Spotted something off? Use the “Suggest an edit” link near the top of the page.
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