一家国资被坑怕了

Core Viewpoint - Temasek, Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, has seen its investment scale in startups shrink by nearly 90% compared to three years ago, prompting a strategic reassessment due to significant losses from high-profile failures like FTX and eFishery [1][2][11]. Investment Scale and Strategy Adjustment - Temasek's investment scale dropped from $4.4 billion in 2021 to $509 million last year, with only $7 million invested in the first five months of this year [11]. - The number of first-round investment projects decreased from 82 in 2021 to 11 last year, indicating a cautious approach towards early-stage investments [11]. - The average due diligence period for startups has been extended to 10 months, reflecting a more rigorous investment process [10]. High-Profile Failures - Temasek was significantly impacted by the collapse of FTX, where it invested $275 million, resulting in a total loss after the company's bankruptcy [6]. - Another notable failure was eFishery, which faced bankruptcy due to fraud allegations, leading to severe financial losses for Temasek [7]. Internal Reflection and Accountability - Following the investment failures, Temasek initiated internal reviews and held senior management accountable by reducing their compensation [10]. - The organization is shifting its strategy to focus more on indirect investments through venture capital funds and prioritizing investments in companies closer to going public [10]. Broader Implications for State-Owned Investment Institutions - Temasek's situation serves as a cautionary tale for domestic state-owned investment institutions, which have increasingly dominated the investment landscape, particularly in technology sectors [13][14]. - The trend of state-owned entities leading investments raises concerns about risk aversion and the balance between government strategic goals and investment returns [14][15].