Venture Builder
Building companies
in Cambodia
Since 2011, we've been creating and investing in technology businesses at the intersection of technology, education, and sovereignty. From hardware to blockchain to AI — we build from Phnom Penh for the region.
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Our Ventures
KOOMPI
Affordable, Linux-based hardware and software tools built for students and developers across Southeast Asia.
Selendra
EVM-compatible blockchain network connecting Cambodia to Web3 infrastructure and decentralized applications.
Baray
Payment API aggregator for startups and SMEs — unifying multiple payment providers under a single developer-friendly API.
Weteka
Digital school platform designed for 21st-century education, making learning accessible across Cambodia.
StadiumX
Sport management platform for merchandise, ticketing, and fan engagement for teams across Southeast Asia.
Riverbase
Headless e-commerce solution empowering small businesses across Southeast Asia to sell online.
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Becoming the First Cambodia
Cambodia's tech future isn't about replicating Silicon Valley, Singapore, or Vietnam. It's about becoming the first Cambodia — building digital sovereignty through infrastructure, education, and patient company-building.
15 Years of Building in Cambodia: What Actually Worked
In 2011, I started SmallWorld with more enthusiasm than experience. Fifteen years later, we've built KOOMPI, launched Selendra, created VitaminAir, shipped Nimmit, and helped over 50 startups. Here's what actually worked.
Local-First Product Design
Building products that work for how people actually live
Digital Sovereignty
Why local technology matters for Cambodia's future
Why We Built Cambodia's First Laptop
When KOOMPI launched in 2018, it became Cambodia's first locally-designed laptop. But the journey wasn't about hardware—it was about creating access to education for a generation of students.
"We're not building the next unicorn. We're building the soil that unicorns grow from."
