From ride-hailing to fintech: Grab's journey in the fast lane Toggle share menu Advertisement From ride-hailing to fintech: Grab's journey in the fast lane Grab has gone from humble beginnings as a taxi-hailing firm to a Southeast Asian tech giant. (File photo: AFP/Bay ISMOYO) 13 Apr 2021 08:29PM Share this content Bookmark SINGAPORE: Singapore-based Grab Holdings said on Tuesday (Apr 13) it plans a US listing after merging with the investment fund Altimeter Capital Management in an operation that values the firm at US$39.6 billion. Advertisement Here are some facts about the company's journey from humble beginnings as a taxi-booking app in Malaysia to a Southeast Asian tech giant.