KKR Invests in Indonesian Digital Signature Startup Privy

Digital signature and identity startup Privy has raised US$48 million or around Rp 744 billion in a Series C funding round led by global investment firm KKR. Existing investors also participated in the round, including MDI Ventures, GGV Capital, Telkomsel Mitra Innovation (TMI), and a new investor Singtel Innov8. Privy will allocate the funds to strengthen its market share, accelerate digital transformation, and support the development of consumer products, allowing the public and businesses to access more services securely. The company also plans to expand overseas to accelerate growth with the support of its network of investors.
"With KKR's support and global experience, combined with the support of MDI Ventures, GGV Capital, and TMI as investors who have played a key role in helping us achieve our success so far, Privy is well positioned to innovate further with stronger offerings and capabilities, and build a strong foundation for overseas expansion," Privy co-founder and CEO Marshall Pribadi said in an official statement on Monday.