Yimie Yong

Among other things, the MoU will lead the scope of cooperation to include exchange programs of scientists and researchers, partnerships between research institutions as well as joint organisation of academic programs and conferences with the involvement of international scientists and researchers.

“Southeast Asia: The Bright Spot For VC Investing Amidst Global Uncertainties?” was a panel that featured Thomas G. Tsao of Gobi Partners, Roderick Purwana of East Ventures and Angela Toy of Golden Gate Ventures, moderated by James Kwan, Founder & Executive Chairman, Jumpstart Media at the ORIGIN: Asia Tech Conference. ​​

Proton Car is the national car brand of Malaysia. The brand was established in the early 1980’s at the behest of the Malaysian government, and later reverted to semi-private ownership under DRB Hicom. Zhejiang Geely Holding Group purchased 49.9 percent of Proton Cars.

For the first time, BEYOND EXPO organizers hosted the SheTech Summit this year to celebrate the dynamism of women in technology. The panel brought together women leaders, showcased groundbreaking tech innovations, and prompted conversations on gender diversity in the tech industry.

The expo attracted over 20,000 participants from more than 70 countries and territories and over 820 exhibitors, representing various industries and sectors. This confluence underscored the event’s stature as a preeminent tech symposium, offering a myriad of innovation displays, industry-leading discussions and networking opportunities.

According to Maybank IBG Research, the broadening global electronics demand, spurred by the AI boom, has supported a modest economic recovery in the first half of 2024 and is brightening the second half outlook for the ASEAN-6 markets (Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand,Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines).

Robin Zeng, founder, chairman, and CEO of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), shared his vision at the opening ceremony of BEYOND EXPO 2024.

The plan also aims to turn Malaysia into a regional AI hub.

This event drew global investment leaders to Macao to delve into key themes reshaping the future of investment amidst today’s complex financial landscape. The summit highlighted the significant influence of investment and innovation on the future, positioning itself as a pivotal platform for groundbreaking discussions and collaborations.

In the interview, Soft Space Chief Strategy Officer Chris Leong also shared the company’s challenges, its path to profitability, competitive advantage, the trends he sees in the financial infrastructure space, among others.