KUALA LUMPUR, 20 October 2025 —HASAN.VC marked a major milestone in its mission to empower values-driven entrepreneurship with its largest-ever Halal Startup Showcase, celebrating the graduation of Cohort 003 from its flagship five-week Accelerator Program.
Held at the Khazanah Auditorium, Asia School of Business, the event brought together nearly 50 startups from 12 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, making it HASAN.VC’s most diverse and dynamic showcase to date.
Throughout the day, investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders participated in high-energy startup pitches, thought-provoking panels, and meaningful networking sessions, underscoring HASAN.VC’s growing influence in advancing halal and ethical innovation across Southeast Asia and beyond.
Since launching its Halal startup accelerator, HASAN.VC has supported over 120 startups, directly funded more than 20 ventures, and built a community of nearly 200 founders.
This milestone reflects the fund’s ongoing mission to bridge ethical capital and high-potential founders shaping the next wave of purpose-driven innovation.
“We’re witnessing the rise of a new generation of founders who are building with purpose; solving real-world challenges with integrity and innovation,” said Mohd Akhtaar, General Partner and Head of Accelerator at HASAN.VC. “Our founders are redefining what it means to build with impact, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.”
The event also marked the official launch of HASAN.VC Fund Round 3, unlocking new opportunities for investors to back promising startups across the halal and ethical sectors. The fund strengthens HASAN.VC’s commitment to combining financial performance with social and ethical impact.
“The momentum across halal and ethical tech is only the beginning,” said Umar Munshi, Managing Partner at HASAN.VC. “As we launch our fund’s third round, we’re opening the door to even greater collaboration and impact.
Our focus remains clear; to identify scalable halal and ethical ventures, accelerate their growth, and deliver meaningful returns for investors who believe in values-driven entrepreneurship.”
The Showcase drew a vibrant mix of angel investors, venture capitalists, institutional partners, and corporate leaders, all united by a shared belief that ethical business can drive both profit and purpose. Conversations throughout the day went beyond financial returns — focusing instead on vision, values, and meaningful change.
The success of Cohort 003 reaffirms HASAN.VC’s conviction that entrepreneurship can be both impactful and ethical. With Fund Round 3 now open, the firm continues to expand its support for founders across the halal and ethical economy, providing them with capital, mentorship, and community to help them scale responsibly.
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