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Our founder @startupizwan was featured in this month’s contributor spotlight by Asia's tech news portal @e27co. He shared his personal and professional journey as a startup lawyer on advising early stage companies in Malaysia. Read more below.  🚀 e27.co/izwan-zakaria-…

Happy Labour Day from Izwan & Partners! Celebrating the hustle and grind of every dedicated worker. Here’s to those who build, inspire, and achieve in every field! 🌟✨ #LabourDay

Izwan & Partners wishes everyone Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri! May this Aidilfitri rekindle the warmth of childhood memories – the aroma of rendang, the vibrant fireworks, and the joy of connecting with loved ones. #SelamatHariRaya #EidMubarak

Happy International Women's Day! 🌸✨ To all the women out there doing the work, holding the room, and lifting others up — this one's for you. We see you. We appreciate you. We celebrate you — not just today, but always. 💪 #IWD2026 #InternationalWomensDay #HappyWomensDay

Awal Muharram marks the start of the Islamic New Year — a time for spiritual reflection & renewed intentions. May we be guided with strength, clarity & compassion in 1447 H. 🌙✨ Happy Awal Muharram from all of us at Izwan & Partners. #AwalMuharram #IslamicNewYear

We wish our Muslim friends who are celebrating Aidil Adha, Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Adha. To those who are performing Hajj, may you experience a spiritual journey and granted a Hajj Mabrur. Have a wonderful weekend break, everyone. 🌙 ☪️

Building a fintech startup in Malaysia? This week's article sets out the regulatory landscape and highlighting the different roles of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Securities Commission (SC) in overseeing different parts of the ecosystem. 🚀 e27.co/mapping-out-ma…

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all our Muslim friends and clients! May this festive season bring joy, laughter and prosperity to your home and to your loved ones. Wishing everyone an enjoyable Hari Raya long weekend! #HariRaya #aidilfitri #eidmubarak

Warmest Nuzul Quran wishes to our clients and friends! May the spirit of the Quran illuminate your hearts and homes. 🕌💫 We at Izwan & Partners hope you have a blessed holiday. 😊

Our technology lawyer @startupizwan wrote a regulatory roundup covering crucial regulatory changes in Malaysia for Q1 2025, impacting tech companies and startups from gig economy to ecommerce to other online platforms. Read his article. 🚀 e27.co/navigating-mal…

As Ramadan ☪️ begins, we wish all who celebrate a peaceful, joyful, and blessed time. Ramadan Kareem. 🌙

✨ Blessed Thaipusam to all our Hindu friends! 🙏 May this auspicious day fill your life with divine blessings, inner strength, and success in everything you do! 🪔 ✨ Happy #Thaipusam!

🎄 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2025! 🎉 As we wrap up an incredible year, we want to thank all our clients and partners for your trust and support. Wishing you a festive holiday season filled with joy, love, and new opportunities in 2025! 🧑‍🎄❄️

We're delighted to have advised @CollektrMY , Asia’s first live bidding platform for collectibles, on its USD 1.3M pre-Series A round led by AC Ventures Malaysia, with support from The Hive SEA, Creador Foundation, and 18 angel investors. 🚀

Thinking of starting a VC fund in Malaysia? 🇲🇾 Khazanah's new 'fund of funds' program & growing startup support make it a great time. Our latest post covers key issues for setting up a VC office in KL, from regulations to fund structuring. 🌱 e27.co/launching-a-vc…

Founders, what happens to your startup if you die? 🛑 Ensure your shareholders agreements include the right succession planning clauses for a smooth transition. 💼⚖️ Read more in my latest article on @e27co #Startups #SuccessionPlanning e27.co/preparing-for-…

Not all term sheets are the same. While most VCs stick to the usual terms, we've also seen some that stray from the norm. Founders, stay sharp—these deviations can make all the difference. Read on @e27co e27.co/a-startup-lawy…

Raising capital for your startup? Understanding the nuances between unpriced and priced funding rounds is crucial. Our latest article by our startup lawyer @startupizwan provides valuable insights into each approach. Read more to find out. 🚀 e27.co/understanding-…

🎉 Happy 67th National Day, Malaysia! 🇲🇾 Let’s celebrate our unity, diversity, and the strength that makes our nation truly remarkable. 🤝✨🌟 Selamat Hari Merdeka from Izwan & Partners! 🎆 #Merdeka2024 #Merdeka67 #DigitalMalaysia #izwanpartners

Confused about the different investment documents involved in a fundraising exercise? This week's article by our venture lawyer @startupizwan looks at the common funding agreements in a priced round from term sheets to shareholders' agreements. 🚀 e27.co/a-startup-foun…

In the world of startups, not all shares are created equal. Read our recent article where our startup lawyer gives an overview of shares, and compares ordinary and preference shares to help you structure and plan your next capital raising exercise. buff.ly/4dJMSbH