Singapore's $1 Billion Innovation Fund Aims to Aid Firms

The Makara Innovation Fund, a billion-dollar initiative by Makara Capital, aims to support small to mid-cap companies in Singapore and Asia by focusing on intellectual property (IP) as a strategic asset. The fund targets companies at an inflection point, ready for scaling and internationalization. It combines IP-driven strategies with cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to enhance returns. The fund attracts both local and global investors seeking a robust strategy anchored in IP and growth through M&A.

What challenges do smaller companies face when dealing with larger firms like Apple?

What is the significance of cross-border M&A in the fund's strategy?