Vietnam has emerged as a promising AI hub in Southeast Asia, driven by a combination of factors. What are these factors and how can AI fuel economic growth? Technologies like AI can be a great leveller too. Can AI level the playing field for Vietnam’s SMEs, which are a strong pillar of Vietnam’s economy?

PARTNER: THU DUC CITY

Learn how the UK is harnessing the power of its world leading academic institutions, innovative companies and forward thinking regulators to create an environment in which AI innovation can thrive and AI empowered businesses can flourish.

Moderator

PROFESSOR JULIA SUTCLIFFE, CHIEF SCIENTIFIC ADVISER, DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS AND TRADE

PROFESSOR NICK JENNINGS CB FREng FRS, VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRESIDENT, LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY

MARTIN TAYLOR, CO-FOUNDER AND DEPUTY CEO OF CONTENT GURU

PARTNER: Department For Business and Trade, British High Commission

Find out how Japan is navigating the complexities of AI technology in various sectors. Experts will discuss whether Japan has achieved success in AI, delve into the vibrant landscape of AI startups, and explore real healthcare solutions provided by AI medical services. Learn about the single trait that all successful AI startups share and discover potential solutions for protection against AI learning. Finally, engage in a panel discussion where experts will share insights on collaboration and learning opportunities within the Southeast Asia ecosystem.

Moderator

Is Japan Successful So Far in AI Technology?
Shingo Tsuda, Founder and Director, INDEE

Speakers

Views of Japan from Singapore
David Toh, CEO, NTUitive, Nanyang Technological University

Providing a Real Healthcare Solution
Masayuki Tokano, Manager, AI Medical Service Inc.

The Single Trait that All Successful AI Startups have in Common
Shingo Tsuda, Founder and Director, INDEE

Protection against AI Learning, a Potential Solution
Tomoya Hasegawa, Director of Partnerships and Business Development, NTT Docomo Asia Pte. Ltd.,

Panel Discussion
What can we Learn Together in the SEA Ecosystem?

PARTNER: INDEE, Japan

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the globe, driving innovation and creating new opportunities for businesses. This panel will explore how AI is being leveraged to enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and open new markets. The discussion will focus on the European perspective, offering insights into how businesses in the EU are adopting AI to remain competitive while navigating evolving regulatory landscapes.

As an example, the EU AI Act, a pioneering regulatory framework, will be discussed alongside Singapore’s more flexible, non-binding guidelines. This will highlight how different regions are approaching AI governance and the potential impact these regulations have on innovation.

Our expert panel will delve into both the opportunities and challenges AI presents, from improving operational efficiency to addressing concerns around ethics, compliance, and data security. This session will provide valuable takeaways for business leaders looking to harness AI for growth and innovation, while staying attuned to regulatory developments in Europe and beyond.

MODERATOR

PARTNER: Euro Chamber of Commerce

Hosted by The Korea Innovation Foundation (INNOPOLIS), ‘AI Briefing and Update of South Korea’ is an panel talk of 4 AI experts from South Korea in various fields will gather together and give us insights about current Korean AI industry and predict the future of AI. Besides, through this seminar, 4 AI experts from South Korea will also explain the support from the Government to AI industry, which is the reason why Korea AI is one of the leaders in the world.

SPEAKERS

Dr SooChang Son, Executive Director, Korea Innovation Foundation (INNOPOLIS)

Jason (Seng Tae) Baik, Chief Executive Officer, BlueSignal Inc

PhD Ki-Yeong Park, Chief Executive Officer, ArgosVision Inc

Myeong-Jun-Kim, Chief Executive Officer, Trip Builder Inc

PARTNER: Innopolis, South Korea