Technology-focused environment

With the establishment of the Network School, nearly 400 entrepreneurs, have ventured to Forest City to learn. Many of them are building crypto projects. An example is Alyse Sue, co-founder of a decentralized-science project called Transhuman Coin. The project is aimed at funding longevity research and biotech experiments. Another student is Willy Ogorzaly, who has a crypto startup and is coming to Forest City to secure some funding.

Value of technology in Forest City to investors

For many clients with a focus not only on low-risk assets, but also high-yield assets, these technology-focused startups are a good start. By providing venture capital to these start-ups, there is a chance of drastic long-term growth as these start-ups gain prominence in bigger markets. Especially with the macro-economic outlook of the technology sector generally being bullish, as corroborated by firms such as Deloitte and McKinsey, it will be a prime opportunity to invest in this growing market. For investors considering basing their family offices, Forest City now offers a tax-free, business friendly, and innovative environment for your assets to thrive in.

Timing is everything

The most successful family offices are often those that take a long-term, forward-looking view. Forest City is still in its early stages as a hub for ultra-high-net-worth investors. Early movers will enjoy the benefits of:

• First access to partnerships and opportunities in the technology ecosystem forming there
• Greater flexibility in structuring their operations and investments
• Enhanced visibility as one of the pioneering family offices in Southeast Asia’s emerging wealth corridor

How we can assist

We understand that establishing a family office is not just about setting up an entity, it is about creating a lasting structure that preserves, grows, and transfers wealth across generations. Our services include:

• Advising on family office structuring and governance
• Navigating the Malaysian regulatory framework and ensuring compliance
• Coordinating with cross-border advisors in Singapore and beyond
• Embedding asset protection and succession planning within your family office design

With our experience in advising investors, founders, and family-owned businesses, we are well-placed to guide you through both the opportunities and complexities of setting up in Forest City.

Conclusion

For clients interested in establishing family office structures or navigating the Malaysian regulatory framework, do contact our Malaysian Team lead (Nathan Maharajah) at enquiry@familyofficeforestcity.my or WhatsApp at +65 9810 1685 for further details.  The InterAsia Law Alliance has a team of Malaysian-qualified lawyers and any Malaysian-law advice required for the setting up of the SFOVs and related services will be handled by Malaysian qualified attorneys.