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Hatch Launches Rs.3 Billion Startup Fund in Sri Lanka

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What happened

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Hatch held the First Capital Startup Nation by Hatch Demo Day 2026 in Colombo on October 1. Ten emerging businesses presented their ventures to investors and corporate representatives, and three ventures were selected to advance to a closed equity-funding round. Hatch also announced HLAB, a planned Rs.3 billion collective fund designed for Sri Lankan startups seeking regional growth.

From colombogazette.com

Why it matters

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The initiative aims to connect early-stage companies in Sri Lanka with capital and business expertise. First Capital Holdings is expected to serve as the anchor participant for HLAB, committing Rs.300 million alongside the Lankan Angel Network and BOV Capital.

From colombogazette.com

Who's involved

  • HatchOperates a startup initiative within Sri Lanka.
  • Hans WijayasuriyaHolds a formal advisory role within the government of Sri Lanka, focusing on digital transformation and infrastructure.

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  • Securities and Exchange CommissionSpeculative

    The Securities and Exchange Commission could see the regulated capital market boosted by the promotion of closed equity-funding rounds.

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