Startup Secures Funding, Sets Out to Combine Entertainment, AI and Digital Advertising

Jakarta, VIVA – A startup in the field of creative technology based on interactive photobooths, PhotoBebaz, has officially announced its first funding as a strategic move to accelerate expansion and strengthen the business in 2026. The funding, whose value was not disclosed, was facilitated by Fundhub as a funding aggregator that brings PhotoBebaz together with a network of investors relevant to the creative technology and media sectors. Founder Reyno Anggoro described the funding as validation of the business model that has been built from the outset. He said the trend of photobox revival in Indonesia, particularly in major cities, deserves appreciation. PhotoBebaz is designed not only as a place to take photos but also as an interaction space that can connect users, brand owners, and the community more personally. In the increasingly competitive photobooth industry, PhotoBebaz positions itself not merely as a provider of photography services but as a creative-technology platform that combines an entertainment experience, digital advertising, and an app-based ecosystem within a single integrated system. The decision to fund is based on a combination of differentiating the business model, the monetisation potential of integrated media, and the ability of R&D to build technology independently through Bebaz Labz. The technology framework developed by the internal team is seen as providing a competitive edge while also opening up opportunities for more measured expansion. Business-wise, PhotoBebaz combines revenue models from selling photo sessions, renting booths for brand activations and events, and monetising digital media advertising. This structure enables more diversified revenue streams and opens opportunities for collaboration with various industry sectors. The funding will be focused on expanding to new locations in major Indonesian cities, developing AI and AR features for personalised experiences, and strengthening the creative technology team. ‘Investor support gives us acceleration to scale up faster. We are now entering a new growth phase and strengthening our position as a creative-tech that bridges entertainment, media, and the community within a platform relevant to Gen Z and Gen Alpha,’ said Reyno. Consequently, PhotoBebaz targets growth to 28 booths throughout 2026, along with an increased number of operational points and deeper technology integration, including the Mie Gacoan restaurant network, KAI stations, airports, and other public areas.