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The startup scene in Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand, is the location of Chulalongkorn University’s CU Innovation Hub. The hub describes a commercialization pathway connecting incubation and training with fundraising, university spinoffs, and global growth. (Claims 30025, 30026)
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Bangkok, Thailand, is the location of Chulalongkorn University’s CU Innovation Hub. The hub describes a commercialization pathway connecting incubation and training with fundraising, university spinoffs, and global growth. (Claims 30025, 30026)
Examples of Bangkok-based or Bangkok-located technology activity include Ascend Bit, which describes itself as a Bangkok-based Web3 venture founded in 2021 that builds CRM, brand-engagement, and marketing solutions, and Bitkub, which says it operates a digital-asset exchange and has a Bangkok office. (Claims 30031, 30034)
CU Startup Square’s notice said it was accepting applications from three Chula startups for free workspace for at least six months, with no deadline displayed. It defined eligible Chula startups as having at least one Chulalongkorn student, faculty member, or staff member as a founder or co-founder; current availability is unknown. (Claims 30028, 30029)
The National Innovation Agency’s Global Startup Hub 2026 accepted Thai and international startups with a ready-to-use product and demonstrable traction. Applications closed March 15, 2026, and the program ended August 31, 2026. (Claim 30030)
This month
On in Bangkok this month
14 startup events in the next 30 days, 3 this week, 14 free. The city as a calendar, with the hosts and venues that keep it full.
Tuesday, Nov 3
Tuesday Build Club
OnlyFounders · Superteam ThailandFreeSuperteam Co-Working BKK with Node # at Yellow Lane
Meetup · mewtwo · Yellow Lane EkkamaiFreeFriday, Nov 6
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OnlyFounders · Superteam ThailandFreeTuesday, Nov 10
Tuesday Build Club
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Where Bangkok ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #81 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Global Financial Centres Index | GFCI 40 | #88 | No prior edition | B | Finance, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 61 to 70 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
64 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Bangkok
Investors 37
Investor
InvestorInvesting in the future of finance through technology.
InvestorEmpowering growth in the Greater Mekong Sub-region.
The 3 most prominent of 37. Browse all investors
Venture studios 14
Venture studioEmpowering growth through venture building and investing.
Venture studioBuilding businesses that solve real problems in Southeast Asia.
Venture studioBuilding impactful tech companies.
The 3 most prominent of 14. Browse all venture studios
Accelerators 10
AcceleratorParallel18 is an international startup accelerator based in Puerto Rico, providing entrepreneurs with business training, mentorship, and investment…
AcceleratorRISE is a corporate innovation consultancy and accelerator based in Southeast Asia, focusing on driving sustainable economic growth and environmental…
AcceleratorAccelerating early-stage startups in Thailand.
The 3 most prominent of 10. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 3
IncubatorEmpowering students through technology and community impact.
IncubatorEmpowering rural entrepreneurs for community development.
IncubatorEmpowering growth through management training.
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Your way in
Raising in Bangkok
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Bangkok
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Get startups that fitScouting in Bangkok
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Start scoutingFrom public sources
What the sources say about Bangkok
NIA Global Startup Hub 2026 accepted Thai and international startups with a ready-to-use product and demonstrable traction, but applications closed March 15, 2026 and the program ended August 31, 2026.
Source: Global Startup Hub 2026The CU Startup Square notice says it is accepting applications from three Chula startups for free workspace for at least six months; no deadline is displayed.
Source: Chula Startup Square opens applicationsenpact reports a Bangkok ecosystem score of 53.5/100 but its page does not state the publication date or scoring method, so the measure's freshness is unknown.
Source: Startup Ecosystem Executive Report: BangkokCMRI's 2023 Thailand-wide study identified seed-stage funding and skilled-talent constraints and poorly coordinated government programs; these findings are national context, not Bangkok-specific measurements.
Source: Thailand startup and venture capital ecosystem studyBitkub says it was founded in February 2018 and has a Bangkok office while operating a digital-asset exchange.
Source: About BitkubAscend Bit reports that its NFT Dropsite campaign for TRUE Online Station at Thailand Game Show generated about THB 2 million in NFT sales over three days.
Source: About Us
Questions about Bangkok
How does Bangkok rank as a startup ecosystem?
Bangkok is #81 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 3 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Bangkok?
37 investors based in Bangkok have a profile here, including CIS Venture Capital, SCB 10X and Lakeshore Capital. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Bangkok?
Yes. Bangkok has 10 accelerators, 3 incubators and 14 venture studios on record, including Parallel18, Thinc. (Thailand Incubator) and EMETWORKS.
Geographic proximity
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