The days of easy money for start-ups are gone as interest rates soar and economic uncertainties loom.But according to a new study from LinkedIn, these 15 start-ups have risen above these challenges in Singapore. In particular, fintech, education and telehealth start-ups dominated the list on the “LinkedIn Top Start-ups 2022″ for Singapore.”But while it’s a challenging moment, some argue that innovative ideas are born in times of uncertainty,” LinkedIn said. “Operating under constrained resources and limited capital can push young companies to prioritize assets and values and adapt quickly.” In compiling the list, LinkedIn drew on in-house data collected between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022, measuring start-ups based on four aspects — employment growth, engagement, job interest and attraction of top talent.To be eligible, companies had to be headquartered in Singapore, have 50 or more employees, and be seven years or younger at the time of calculation.The professional networking site said the rankings serve as a resource for employees who are “excited by the opportunity to innovate” and to grow their skills.Here’s the full list of Singapore’s Top Start-ups 2022.15. Geniebook — E-Learning services14. Carro — Automotive marketplace13. Zenyum — Retail12. Syfe — Financial services11. Advance Intelligence Group — Financial services10. LingoAce — E-Learning services9. Spenmo — Financial services8. Cake DeFi — Financial services7. ADDX — Financial services6. Homage — Health care services for elderly5. Pace EnterpriseIndustry: Financial servicesFull-time headcount: 120Most common skills: Digital literacy, business management, digital marketingNew to the list is Pace Enterprise, a buy now, pay later payment platform that allows consumers to make purchases and pay at a later date or via three monthly payments. Pace has several hundred points-of-sale across the region and its brand partners include Apple, Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo, and travel booking site Trip.com.4. Endowus Industry: Financial servicesFull-time headcount: 140Most common skills: Development tools, web development, digital literacyDigital wealth advisor Endowus aims to help people in Singapore reach retirement goals and become more financially literate. The fintech company offers investment advice to retail and institutional investors through its so-called “robo-adviser,” according to LinkedIn. Clients can invest with cash, or with funds from their retirement savings scheme, known as the Central Provident Fund.3. Flash Coffee Industry: Food and beverage services Full-time headcount: 130Most common skills: Digital literacy, business management, data scienceFlash Coffee is another new entry to the list — it is a tech-enabled chain of coffee shops that offer a cup of joe at affordable prices. Its app allows customers to order and pay for coffee remotely, and then pick up their order from outlets — or get it delivered.2. Doctor Anywhere Industry: Health care Full-time headcount: 560Most common skills: Digital literacy, project management, data scienceDoctor Anywhere is a telehealth provider that aims to make health care more accessible. Its mobile app allows patients to consult a doctor quickly from wherever they are. To date, it has served over 2.5 million users across Asia, according to LinkedIn.1. Aspire
