Agenda 2024
Registration of 8th NextBigTech Asia 2024
Panel Discussion: The Economic Impacts of AI: A Comparative Analysis of Advanced and Developing Nations
- Discuss strategies to bridge the divide in economic growth and ensure equitable access to AI technology.
- Highlighting the potential of AI to address global challenges like poverty, healthcare, and climate change, particularly in developing nations.
- Showcasing successful AI initiatives that have created positive social impact.
Moderator
Bobby Varanasi, Chief Executive Officer, Regenerative Futures, Malaysia
Panelist
Dr. Avik Sarkar, Visiting Faculty, Indian School of Business, Expert Member, United Nations Committee on Big Data and Data Science, United Nations, India
Dr. Non Arkaraprasertkul, Senior Expert in Smart City Promotion, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), Thailand
Kabilan Elangovan, AI Scientist, SingHealth, Singapore
Welcome Remarks by Selva Nagappan, Organising Chairman, NextBigTech Asia and Managing Director, Knowledge Group of Companies
Opening Address by YB Tuan Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital, Malaysia
Launching of SME Digital Platform
Morning Refreshment and Exhibition Walkabout
Challenges and Opportunities of Integrating Generative AI in Security Operations
- Understanding the evolving threat landscape and how generative AI can be leveraged to detect and respond to emerging threats.
- Assessing the potential vulnerabilities and risks associated with integrating generative AI into security operations.
Speaker
Wan Roshaimi Wan Abdullah, Chief Technology Officer, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Panel Discussion: The Future is AI-Powered: Equipping Your HR and Workforce with AI
- Leveraging AI for smarter recruitment, employee development, and retention.
- Building an AI-literate workforce to drive innovation and growth.
Moderator
Siva Kumeren A. Narayanan, Group Chief Operating Officer, TalentCorp Group of Companies, Malaysia
Panelist
YBhg. Tuan Fabian Bigar, Chief Secretary, Ministry of Digital, Malaysia
Aireen Omar, President (Investment & Ventures), Capital A, Malaysia
Chong Theng Hui, Chief Technology Officer, Hiredly, Malaysia
Networking Luncheon and Exhibition Walkabout
Panel Discussion: Supercharge Government: Unleashing AI for Enhanced Efficiency and Transparency
- Revolutionizing government operations, boosting efficiency and improving
public services through AI. - Building trust in AI through transparency, accountability, and ethical practices.
- Inspiring real-world examples of successful AI implementation in government.
Moderator
Bobby Varanasi, Chief Executive Officer, Regenerative Futures, Malaysia
Panelist
Dr. Avik Sarkar, Visiting Faculty, Indian School of Business, Expert Member, United Nations Committee on Big Data and Data Science, United Nations, India
Shamsul Izhan Abdul Majid, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Malaysia
Panel Discussion: A Huge Leap for Industries: The Future Where Quantum Computing Launch AI Through the Stratosphere
- Discover the revolutionary potential of merging quantum computing and AI.
- Explore how quantum computing will supercharge AI capabilities and redefine industry standards.
Moderator
Professor Dr. Jesni Bin Shamsul Shaari, Professor, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Panelist
Professor Simon See, Professor & Fellow, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Singapore
Dr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon, Chief Executive Officer, Quantum Technology Foundation, Thailand
Navigating the Tech landscape through Digital Leadership
- Understanding the various aspects of digital leadership.
- Navigating the tech landscape through AI policy, data governance and leadership.
- Driving efficiency through insights, collaboration and innovation.
Panelist
Shamsul Izhan Abdul Majid, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Malaysia
Panel Discussion: Rulebook for AI: Balancing Innovation, Ethics & Law in Diverse Society
- Understanding the complexities of AI integration in diverse societies.
- Exploring strategies to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape for AI.
- Uncovering the potential of AI to drive positive change while upholding ethical standards.
Moderator
Bobby Varanasi, Chief Executive Officer, Regenerative Futures, Malaysia
Panelist
Dr. Avik Sarkar, Senior Reasearch Fellow & Visiting Faculty, Indian School of Business, India
Ts. Tengku Azrul Tengku Azhar, Director, Digital Regulatory & Sustainability at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Malaysia
Evening Refreshment and End of Day One NextBigTech Asia 2024
Registration of 8th NextBigTech Asia 2024
Making the Most out of AI – Overcoming Implementation Hurdles and Ethical Considerations
- Uncovering AI’s transformative power across diverse industries, beyond the robotic stereotype.
- Gain insights from industry leaders as they share their AI journeys, challenges, and triumphs.
Speaker
Sandeep Malhotra, Executive Vice President, Products & Innovation, Asia Pacific, Mastercard, Singapore
Panel Discussion: Revolutionizing Healthcare: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in HealthTech Sector
- Uncovering how AI is revolutionizing healthcare by improving diagnosis and treatment accuracy.
- Leveraging the power of AI to enhance patient outcomes through personalized care and early disease detection.
Moderator
Dr. Kev Lim, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Qmed Asia, Malaysia
Panelist
Ir. Dr. Karl Ng, Vice President, Digital Health & Digital Cities at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
Kabilan Elangovan, AI Scientist, SingHealth, Singapore
G. Saravanan, Group Chief Information Officer, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara, Malaysia
Morning Refreshment and Exhibition Walkabout
Hardware Arms Race: AI GPU Development Continue at Warp Speed – And How You Should Capitalize on It
- Exploring the cutting-edge advancements in AI GPU technology in revolutionizing fields from research to deep learning.
- Leveraging the ever-evolving AI hardware landscape to gain a competitive advantage in your industry.
Speaker
Professor Simon See, Professor & Fellow, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Singapore
Panel Discussion: Don’t Get Left Behind: Integrate Large Language Models for a Competitive Advantage
- Harnessing the power of LLMs in revolutionizing language-based AI.
- Bridging communication gaps, driving innovation and streamlining processes through LLMs.
Moderator
Nagaraj Nagabushanam, Vice President, Data and Analytics, The Hindu, India
Panelists
Kabilan Elangovan, AI Scientist, SingHealth, Singapore
Biswanath Banik, Chief Data Officer, Tonik Digital Bank, Singapore
Jay Te, Director of Business Development, Webby Group, Malaysia
Networking Luncheon and Exhibition Walkabout
Panel Discussion: Fight Fire with Fire: Utilizing AI Against Deepfakes, False Information, and Personal Data
- Detecting and combating deepfakes, false information and personal data breach with AI.
- Exploring the challenges of using AI to protect personal data while ensuring that these technologies do not infringe on individual privacy rights.
Moderator
Ts. Mohd Zabri Adil bin Talib, Head of Division Responsive Technology and Services, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Panelists
Sarbnedhan Singh Sandhu, General Manager, Technology Supervision Department, Securities Commission Malaysia, Malaysia
Victor Lo, Head of Digital Tech Ecosystem, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Malaysia
Panel Discussion: Green Mobility: Driving Efficiency with AI and IoT
- Integrating AI with existing transportation systems to enhance their efficiency and sustainability.
- Identifying ways on how IoT data be effectively collected, analyzed, and used to inform decision-making and improve transportation services.
- Discussing potential benefits and challenges of autonomous vehicles in terms of sustainability and efficiency.
Moderator
Somasundaram Nagappan, Senior Manager, Digital Cities & Datamart, Digital Cities & Health Department, Digital Transformation Division, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
Panelists
Dr. Hairi Zamzuri, Chief Executive Officer, eMooVit Technology, Malaysia
Ganesh Mahendranathan, Head of Innovation, Gentari, Malaysia
Ts. James Lai, Chairman, Malaysia IoT Association (MyIoTA), Malaysia
Generative AI and the Transformation of Content Creation
- Harnessing the power of Generative AI in revolutionizing the worlds of art, music and content creation.
- Leveraging AI to push the boundary of human creativity in producing works that blend human ingenuity with machine intelligence.
Speaker
Nagaraj Nagabushanam, Vice President, Data and Analytics, The Hindu, India
Crystal Ball Session: Peering into the Future: A Deep Dive into the Emerging Opportunities of Big Tech, Data, and AI
- Forecasting the trajectory of the region’s tech dominance to capitalize on the exciting possibilities of tomorrow.
- Uncovering growth opportunities and addressing regional challenges in Big Tech, Data and Artificial Intelligence.
Moderator
Nizam Mohd Reza, Chief Operating Officer, VentureTECH, Malaysia
Panelists
Biswanath Banik, Chief Data Officer, Tonik Digital Bank, Singapore
Chiang Ching Wan, Vice President Digital Delivery - Castrol, Aviation and CRM, BP, Malaysia
Evening Refreshment and End of NextBigTech Asia 2024
SOME OF OUR 2024 Conference Speakers
Chong Theng Hui
Chief Technology Officer, Hiredly, Malaysia
Chong Theng Hui
Chief Technology Officer, Hiredly, Malaysia
Theng Hui is the CTO of Hiredly, an online job portal that aims to be SEA’s most personalised talent ecosystem; elevating human progress by helping careers and companies grow. As a first class graduate with Bachelor's degree in Artificial Intelligence in 2005, marking the beginning of Theng Hui's journey in the field of data and AI. Over the years, He has amassed extensive expertise, working with a spectrum of start-ups and multinational corporations. Having served as a Digital Solution Architect, Head of Innovation, Technology & Projects and now as a CTO, he specialises in crafting and implementing strategic solutions that leverage people, data, and technology across diverse platforms, aligning them with current and future business requirements
Kabilan Elangovan
AI Scientist, SingHealth, Singapore
Kabilan Elangovan
AI Scientist, SingHealth, Singapore
Kabilan Elangovan is an AI Scientist at Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), leading efforts to integrate AI into healthcare. His expertise lies in the development of advanced clinical screening tools through deep learning and delving into the potential of generative AI technologies in medical settings, including Generative Adversarial Networks and Large Language Models. Currently, his efforts are concentrated on developing clinical decision support tools and patient education chatbots, publishing academic papers, and democratizing AI knowledge through educational presentations to advance AI in healthcare.
YBhg. Tuan Fabian Bigar
Chief Secretary, Ministry of Digital, Malaysia
YBhg. Tuan Fabian Bigar
Chief Secretary, Ministry of Digital, Malaysia
YBhg. Mr. Fabian Bigar was appointed as Secretary General of the Ministry of Digital on 24 June 2024. In this pivotal role, YBhg. Tuan Fabian Bigar is responsible for steering the formulation and the execution of Malaysia’s digital strategies and initiatives, oversees the national digital transformation endeavours and liaises with a diverse array of stakeholders to propel the enhancement of the government’s digital offerings and infrastructure. Prior to this appointment, YBhg. Mr. Fabian Bigar served as Chief Executive Officer of MyDIGITAL Corporation [previously known as Strategic Change Management Office (SCMO)], Economic Planning Unit, Prime Minister’s Department effective 19 April 2021. In this role, his mandate is to drive change management, ensure the successful delivery of the National Fourth Industrial Revolution Policy (N4IRP) and the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (MDEB). Under the leadership of YBhg. Mr Fabian Bigar, MyDigital Corporation has served as the main secretariat of the National Digital Economy and 4IR Council (MED4IRN). Additionally, he headed the Malaysia Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (MYCentre4IR), a collaborative initiative between the Malaysian government and the World Economic Forum.
Siva Kumeren A. Narayanan
Group Chief Operating Officer, TalentCorp Group of Companies, Malaysia
Siva Kumeren A. Narayanan
Group Chief Operating Officer, TalentCorp Group of Companies, Malaysia
Siva holds the position of Group Chief Operating Officer (GCOO), where he plays a pivotal role in supporting the Group CEO on strategic matters related to talent management. As a visionary leader, Siva has spearheaded mynext, the first inaugural platform that specifically addresses the needs of Malaysian students in tertiary education and TVET. This comprehensive platform offers arrange of innovative tools, including full psychometric assessment tools and career profiling. He was also responsible for setting up the Malaysia Expatriate Services Centre (MYXpats), which is a collaboration between TalentCorp and the Immigration Department of Malaysia and overseen by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Sarbnedhan Singh Sandhu
General Manager, Technology Supervision Department, Securities Commission Malaysia, Malaysia
Sarbnedhan Singh Sandhu
General Manager, Technology Supervision Department, Securities Commission Malaysia, MalaysiaSarbnedhan is a Technology and Cybersecurity professional with over two decades of experience. As General Manager at the Securities Commission Malaysia, he plays a pivotal role in advancing the technology and cybersecurity agenda within the capital market industry. Previously, he served as Chief Cybersecurity Officer for a leading technology service provider, where he oversaw security delivery and strategic development for key accounts in the financial and telecommunications sectors. His work has included collaborations with government agencies and law enforcement to prevent and respond to cyber-attacks. Sarbnedhan is also an active contributor to the cybersecurity community. He shares his expertise by presenting at conferences, publishing articles in industry journals, and mentoring aspiring professionals. Committed to staying ahead of emerging threats, he continuously updates his knowledge and skills. With his extensive experience and dedication, Sarbnedhan remains a leading voice in cybersecurity, helping organizations protect their critical assets in an increasingly complex digital landscape. Sarbnedhan is a seasoned Technology and Cybersecurity professional with over two decades of experience. As General Manager at the Securities Commission Malaysia, he drives the cybersecurity agenda for the capital market. His previous role as Chief Cybersecurity Officer equipped him with deep expertise in protecting critical infrastructure. A recognized industry leader, Sarbnedhan actively contributes to the cybersecurity community through speaking engagements, publications, and mentorship. His commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats positions him as a key player in safeguarding organizations against cyber risks.
Sandeep Malhotra
Executive Vice President, Products & Innovation, Asia Pacific, Mastercard, Singapore
Sandeep Malhotra
Executive Vice President, Products & Innovation, Asia Pacific, Mastercard, Singapore
Sandeep Malhotra is an avid business technologist with more than 25 years of global experience delivering strategic technology and business solutions at Mastercard. In his current position as head of the Products & Innovation group, he oversees the development and management of all consumer and commercial products in the Asia Pacific region. These span debit, credit, prepaid, commercial, payments gateway and processing to acceptance, account-to-account flows, remittances, open banking, digital platforms and everything in between. Sandeep’s long career with Mastercard has included stints in the U.S., Europe and Asia, where he has held a variety of roles with increasing commercial and leadership responsibilities. These have included working across tech, product, software development and solutions engineering, and contributing to countless enhancements to Mastercard's core payments network. In addition, Sandeep was a key driver of the firm’s real-time account-based payments strategy and mobile payments joint venture (Smart Hub in the Philippines), creator of new products such as Pay-by-Account and Bill Pay, and led Mastercard’s $1B acquisition of Vocalink, a UK-based ACH infrastructure provider. Based in Singapore since 2019, today he is a regular speaker at high profile business and industry forums, and an experienced media commentator on topics ranging from digital commerce to open banking, digital currencies, the future of money, payments and more. Sandeep holds a Bachelor of Science from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Master of Science from University of MissouriRolla, and a Master of Business Administration from Washington University in St. Lou
Wan Roshaimi Wan Abdullah
Chief Technology Officer, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Wan Roshaimi Wan Abdullah
Chief Technology Officer, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Wan Roshaimi Wan Abdullah is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at CyberSecurity Malaysia, a position he has held since July 2024. With over two decades of experience in cybersecurity risk management and strategic planning, he has a proven track record in advisory and consulting, cybersecurity maturity, governance, compliance programs, and cybersecurity operations management. His previous roles include IT Director at the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development in Doha, Qatar, and Vice President at PNB, where he served for over five years. Wan Roshaimi has also held key positions such as Chief Information Officer (CIO) at MEPS Sdn Bhd, Executive Director at PwC Consulting Services, Managing Consultant at BAE Systems Detica, and Senior Manager at Sapura Secured Technologies.
Dr. Avik Sarkar
Visiting Faculty, Indian School of Business, Expert Member, United Nations Committee on Big Data and Data Science, United Nations, India
Dr. Avik Sarkar
Visiting Faculty, Indian School of Business, Expert Member, United Nations Committee on Big Data and Data Science, United Nations, India
Dr. Sarkar has over 20 years of experience across different aspects of artificial intelligence, data science, analytics, statistical modeling, text mining, and network analysis across companies like Accenture, IBM, Nokia, NASA, Persistent Systems, Zycus, etc. At Accenture Consulting in Singapore, he contributed to various data and analytics-related engagements with the Singapore Government related to efficient reporting and resolution of municipal issues, evaluation and monitoring of secondary school education, and improving operational efficiency in immigration and customs. While at IBM, Dr Sarkar contributed significantly to developing the Monte Carlo Simulation of SPSS and the Predictive Maintenance and Quality solution for the manufacturing sector. Dr. Sarkar holds a Ph.D. from The Open University, UK, a Master's from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, and a bachelor's from Calcutta University. Dr Sarkar has authored several technical publications and technology patents. Dr. Avik Sarkar is a renowned data scientist and policy expert with a focus on AI and data governance. He has held leadership positions at NITI Aayog and ISB, where he spearheaded initiatives like India's AI strategy and the India Data Portal. Sarkar has authored numerous publications and patents, and his expertise is sought after by various government bodies and organizations. He is a TEDx speaker, LinkedIn Influencer, and a member of several international committees related to AI standards and policy.
Professor Simon See
Professor & Fellow, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Singapore
Professor Simon See
Professor & Fellow, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, Singapore
Professor Simon See is a prominent figure in the field of high-performance computing and AI. He holds leadership positions at Nvidia, several universities, and research institutes. His expertise spans areas like AI, machine learning, big data, and computational science. See has contributed significantly to international research projects and national AI initiatives, especially in Asia. He has authored numerous publications and received recognition for his work.
Shamsul Izhan Abdul Majid
Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Malaysia
Shamsul Izhan Abdul Majid
Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, Malaysia
With over two decades of international experience in digital transformation and innovation, Sam is the Chief Technology and Innovation Officer (CTIO) at the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) where he leads the Commission's technology and innovation vision and execution for multi-industry development. He is recognised for his track record in driving innovative advancements across diverse landscapes of transportation, logistics, telecommunications and public sector. Sam has bootstrapped start-ups, driven corporate and public sector innovation having earned national and regional awards from GovInsider (SG), IDC (USA), APICTA (Malaysia) and iAwards (Australia). He is a regular public and keynote speaker, advisory member for various Industry Panels and a Research Masters holder in Geospatial. Sam is passionate about creating value and impact through technology and innovation for the advancement of society and the environment. Sam is a seasoned technology and innovation leader with over two decades of international experience. As CTIO at MCMC, he drives digital transformation across industries. With a proven track record in startups and public sector innovation, Sam is a recognized expert in leveraging technology for societal and environmental advancement. He is a regular speaker, advisor, and holds a Research Masters in Geospatial.
Ts. Mohd Zabri Adil bin Talib
Head of Division Responsive Technology and Services, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Ts. Mohd Zabri Adil bin Talib
Head of Division Responsive Technology and Services, CyberSecurity Malaysia
Ts Mohd Zabri Adil Bin Talib has been pivotal in advancing CyberSecurity Malaysia's strategic direction, emphasizing technological innovation and digital security resilience. He leads 4 technical departments, Digital Forensics, Malaysia Computer Emergency Response Team (MyCERT), Cyber999 and Secure Technology Services. Committed to developing adaptive technologies, his leadership focuses on human performance, AI, proactive risk management, continuous innovation, and team empowerment. He holds a Bachelor in Computer Science (2001) and an MBA (2018), and is a PhD candidate in vehicle forensics. With over 19 years in digital forensics, he has supported various Malaysian law enforcement agencies and handled e-discovery for civil cases. He has testified in the High Court and other courts on high-profile cases such as the Altantuya Murder, VK Lingam Tape, Missing Flight MH370, and the Lahad Datu Invasion.
Ts. Tengku Azrul Tengku Azhar
Director, Digital Regulatory & Sustainability at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Malaysia
Ts. Tengku Azrul Tengku Azhar
Director, Digital Regulatory & Sustainability at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Malaysia
Azrul has more than 20 years of experience in various industries including energy, healthcare, transportation, banking, and township development. He is currently the Director at Digital Industry Acceleration Division overlooking digital regulatory and sustainability. Besides that, he is a member of National AI Technical Working Group and PRINCE2 Practitioner and a registered Professional Technologist by Malaysia Board of Technologists.
Professor Dr. Jesni Bin Shamsul Shaari
Professor, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Professor Dr. Jesni Bin Shamsul Shaari
Professor, International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
Jesni Shamsul Shaari is currently a Professor in the Dept. of Physics, International Islamic University Malaysia. He mainly works in the field of Quantum Cryptography and Quantum Information. In 2006, He was a key person in the development of Malaysia’s first quantum cryptographic protocol, named 6DP, published in the journal Physics Letters A. He was later fortunate to be the only Malaysian that contributed to the work, Advances in Quantum Cryptography, published in Advances in Optics and Photonics in 2020; which has become the reference for researchers in the field internationally and has garnered more than 1000 citations since then. Jesni also pursues his interest in more fundamental topics including issues related to Mutually Unbiased Unitary Bases as well as entropic relations in estimating parameters for channels/operators. This provides insight into novel uncertainty relations in physics and our limits to knowledge of the universe.
Dr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon
Chief Executive Officer, Quantum Technology Foundation, Thailand
Dr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon
Chief Executive Officer, Quantum Technology Foundation, ThailandDr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon is a leading quantum technology expert and the CEO of Quantum Technology Foundation (Thailand). Based in Bangkok, he works with leading STEM talent and corporations to develop innovative optimization solutions using quantum and digital technologies. With a PhD in quantum simulation and a Google Quantum Innovations award, Dr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon has a strong academic background and industry experience. At QTFT, he leads a team focused on delivering optimization solutions in various sectors, including air traffic management, finance, logistics, and energy. Dr. Jirawat Tangpanitanon believes that Thailand and Southeast Asia are well-positioned to become pioneers in quantum optimization and is passionate about driving innovation in the field.
Dr. Kev Lim
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Qmed Asia, Malaysia
Dr. Kev Lim
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Qmed Asia, Malaysia
Dr. Kev Lim is the CEO & founder of Qmed Asia, a leading B2B Healthtech company in Malaysia, and a former Clinical AI Researcher for Babylon AI. With a strong foundation in both medicine and artificial intelligence, Dr. Kev has driven the development of cutting-edge AI solutions that transform healthcare. His work at Qmed Asia focuses on leveraging AI to enhance patient outcomes and streamline healthcare delivery, positioning the company as a pioneer in the AI-powered healthcare revolution.
Biswanath Banik
Chief Data Officer, Tonik Digital Bank, Singapore
Biswanath Banik
Chief Data Officer, Tonik Digital Bank, Singapore
Biswa is a seasoned data analytics leader known for driving transformational change in the BFSI sector across the North America and Southeast Asia. Currently serving as the Chief Data Officer at Tonik, the Philippines' first fully digital bank, he previously held a similar leadership role at the Indonesian fintech Kredivo Group. Before embarking in the FinTech world, Biswa had an multi-disciplinary background in Data, Product and Consulting at Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft, PwC, and Oliver Wyman. Biswa employs an collaborative, and pragmatic approach to leveraging both traditional and generative AI for impactful business solutions. An alumnus from Northwestern University’s prestigious MS in Analytics program and a lifelong learner, Biswa describes himself as someone who is 'passionate about data and compassionate about people.’
Bobby Varanasi
Chief Executive Officer, Regenerative Futures, Malaysia
Bobby Varanasi
Chief Executive Officer, Regenerative Futures, Malaysia
Bobby is one of Top 20 Global Leaders for “Future of Work” and “Business Strategy” by Thinkers 360; one of the Top 25 “Globalization Powerhouse Leaders” by Globalization Today; and one of Top 50 Global Leaders for “Digital Disruption” by Thinkers 360. He is the founder and CEO of Regenerative Futures (formerly Matryzel Consulting), an independent advisory firm focused on global sourcing, M&A, carbon management & circular economy practices.
G. Saravanan
Group Chief Information Officer, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara, Malaysia
G. Saravanan
Group Chief Information Officer, Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara, Malaysia
G Saravanan is a highly experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) with over 25 years in healthcare IT. As CIO of TMC Life Sciences Bhd, he optimizes IT processes to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. His expertise spans Southeast Asia and the Middle East, specializing in IT strategy, telemedicine, hospital operations, and regulatory compliance. He is certified in HL7, DICOM, ISO 27001, CISM, HIPAA, blockchain, PRINCE2, and TOGAF, and is affiliated with global organizations like IASA and the Malaysian National Computer Confederation. A founding member of Qatar Toastmasters International, Saravanan is committed to advancing healthcare IT standards and implementing strategic IT solutions, contributing significantly to healthcare delivery worldwide.
Nagaraj Nagabushanam
Vice President, Data and Analytics, The Hindu, India
Nagaraj Nagabushanam
Vice President, Data and Analytics, The Hindu, India
Nagaraj Nagabushanam is a seasoned leader at the forefront of AI, data analytics, and digital transformation. As Vice President of Data and Analytics at The Hindu Group, he led one of the first implementations of AI-driven workflows in a newsroom, winning the 2024 WAN-IFRA award for the best use of AI in media. With over two decades of experience, Nagaraj has pioneered innovative solutions across mobility, cloud, and enterprise data strategies, developing products and platforms for global companies like NewsCorp and Aditya Birla Capital. His expertise spans AI, product development, and media innovation, with a focus on building diverse, high-performing teams. Known for merging technology, content, and business, Nagaraj continues to push the boundaries of AI applications in the digital space. His unique insights into AI’s transformative power and ethical challenges make him a compelling speaker for audiences looking to understand the future of digital business.
Aireen Omar
President (Investment & Ventures), Capital A, Malaysia
Aireen Omar
President (Investment & Ventures), Capital A, MalaysiaAireen Omar is the President and CEO of RedBeat Capital, overseeing Capital A's ventures strategy and fostering innovation across AirAsia's operations. She is also a Non-Executive Director at Tune Protect Group Berhad. Joining AirAsia in 2006 as Director of Corporate Finance, Aireen expanded her role to include Insurance, Treasury, Fuel Procurement, and Investor Relations. She was pivotal in AirAsia's growth and was appointed CEO in 2012. Prior to AirAsia, she worked at Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and various major Malaysian financial institutions. Her accolades include the Outstanding CEO Achievement Award, inclusion in Corporate Treasurer’s 25 Most Influential Women in Treasury, and APAC CEO of the Year 2017. Under her leadership, AirAsia won Digital Transformer of the Year at the IDC Digital Transformation Awards 2019. Aireen holds an Economics degree from the London School of Economics and a Master’s in Economics from NYU
Jay Te
Director of Business Development, Webby Group, Malaysia
Jay Te
Director of Business Development, Webby Group, MalaysiaJay Te is the Business Development Director of Webby Group, a leading bespoke software development company that specializes in Custom Software Development, EV charging management solutions, AI-powered innovations, and smart farm technology. Jay has consistently driven digital transformation initiatives across various sectors, helping businesses streamline operations, enhance user engagement, and improve overall efficiency. His expertise in full-stack development, combined with a strategic approach to problem-solving, has enabled Webby Group to deliver scalable, high-performance systems. Webby Group leverages partnerships with Tencent Cloud, Huawei Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, GCP, AWS and Microsoft Azure to provide AI solutions, cloud integration, and infrastructure optimization. Jay is deeply committed to fostering innovation and helping organizations unlock new opportunities through technology-driven solutions that are both reliable and forward-thinking.
Nizam Mohd Reza
Chief Operating Officer, VentureTECH, Malaysia
Nizam Mohd Reza
Chief Operating Officer, VentureTECH, Malaysia
As Chief Operating Officer at VentureTECH, Nizam assumes a pivotal role overseeing critical aspects of the organisation, including legal affairs, human capital management and corporate advisory. Within these domains, Nizam actively shapes, integrates, and executes value creation strategies curated to each of VentureTECH's portfolio companies. His primary objective encompasses a dual purpose - to foster sustainable growth and cultivate a lasting, positive socio-economic impact for both the portfolio companies and VentureTECH. Prior to his role at VentureTECH, Nizam honed his expertise within Malaysia's dynamic corporate landscape, gaining valuable experience in both listed corporations and a distinguished consultancy firm specialising in Malaysian Government-owned companies (GOCs) and Government-linked companies. His diverse background and experience in both GOCs and GLCs have equipped Nizam with a multifaceted skill set and an in-depth understanding of the intricacies within Malaysia's public and private sectors. Nizam's commitment to excellence is further underscored by his academic background, having earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from The University of Manchester and a Master of Business Administration from Universiti Tun Abdul Razak. This combination of academic prowess and practical experience positions Nizam as a dynamic leader driving success and impact within the ever-evolving landscape of VentureTECH and Malaysia's corporate ecosystem.
Dr. Hairi Zamzuri
Chief Executive Officer, eMooVit Technology, Malaysia
Dr. Hairi Zamzuri
Chief Executive Officer, eMooVit Technology, MalaysiaDr Hairi Zamzuri currently hold a Chief Executive Officer at eMooVit Technology Sdn Bhd. Where the compony focus on development and commercialisation of autonomous driving technology. The compony aim to revolutionize last mile public transportation with using it technology. It has more than 20 years of experience in developing, testing, and commercialization of autonomous intelligent vehicle systems. He received his B.Electrical Eng in control system from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Master of Electrical Engineering at the same university, and Ph.D. in the field of Artificial intelligence and control design from Loughborough University in 2008. Publish more than 100 papers with related to autonomous and active safety technology as researcher and academician before joining industries to further commercialise the technology. His have more than 8 years experiences in setting up technology compony compromise of business development, talent development, technology road map and product development life cycle especially in software and autonomous vehicle technology. Dr Hairi also actively as a speakers and consultations in autonomous driving in technology, regulatory and policy for government agencies, universities, and private sectors.
Chiang Ching Wan
Vice President Digital Delivery - Castrol, Aviation and CRM, BP, Malaysia
Chiang Ching Wan
Vice President Digital Delivery - Castrol, Aviation and CRM, BP, Malaysia
Ching is the global digital delivery VP for Castrol, Aviation and CRM. She also heads up the digital hubs in Malaysia and China. She provides leadership and expertise across various core products, platform and services required for Castrol and Aviation business transformation and acceleration, driving revenue and efficiency, as well as ensuring safe, reliable and compliant operations across board. Most recently, she led the establishment of the China-4-China foundation and digital products enabling the acceleration of bp businesses across the China market, contributing to the delivery of bp’s strategy. In the past 6 months, Ching managed the AI enablement office sponsored by the executive VP office. She leads the integration of AI workstreams across bp, and is responsible for driving AI strategy, fostering innovation, and ensuring that AI technologies are leveraged to optimize operations and enhance decision-making processes. Her leadership in this domain ensures that the company stays at the forefront of technological advancements, empowering teams to harness the full potential of AI. Dedicated to fostering a family-friendly workplace, Ching is the executive sponsor for bp Working Families chapter in AsPac. She believes in the importance of a caring and inclusive culture and is extremely proud of bp's supportive environment.
Ganesh Mahendranathan
Head of Innovation, Gentari, Malaysia
Ganesh Mahendranathan
Head of Innovation, Gentari, Malaysia
Impact driven corporate innovator, design thinking leader and entrepreneur with a strong professional foundation as an auditor and strategy consultant. He has proven success in delivering innovation and driving incremental value across corporates, start-ups, scale-ups, innovation consulting firms and the government. He has been invited to speak on innovation and start-ups at conferences (e.g. Wild Digital SEA, Future Finance ASEAN, Grooves Work Technology Summit, KL Startup Summit etc.) and tertiary institutions (University of Nottingham, Asia School of Business and UCSI University). In his free time, he's a sports [Football, Tennis, Scuba Diving (Padi-Advanced), Skydiving (USPA-A license)] and board games enthusiast (Top 1% globally in Chess, Scrabble, Risk and Catan) as well as an aspiring polymath in the field of Health & Wellness, Social Sciences (Economics, Geography, Communication and Anthropology) and Natural Sciences (Physics, Astronomy and Mental Models/Logic).
Dr. Non Arkaraprasertkul
Senior Expert in Smart City Promotion, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), Thailand
Dr. Non Arkaraprasertkul
Senior Expert in Smart City Promotion, Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa), Thailand
Dr. Non Arkara is an award-winning innovator, smart city expert, and global architect driven by a passion for creating more livable and sustainable urban environments. With a diverse background spanning architecture, urban design, anthropology, and public policy, Dr. Non brings a multidisciplinary perspective to addressing complex urban challenges. Currently serving as a Smart City Expert at Thailand's Digital Economy Promotion Agency, he has spearheaded numerous digital transformation and smart city initiatives nationally. This includes launching Thailand's first smart city program and delivering capacity building to 5000+ officials. Dr. Non's unique combination of design, research, and public sector experience enables him to develop human-centered solutions that leverage technology for better quality of life. He is a solutions-oriented visionary dedicated to shaping future cities. He holds a PhD from Harvard University and master's from Oxford University and MIT where he was a Fulbright Scholar.
Ts. James Lai
Chairman, Malaysia IoT Association (MyIoTA), Malaysia
Ts. James Lai
Chairman, Malaysia IoT Association (MyIoTA), MalaysiaAn eco-system builder with 20 years of experience in Test & Measurement, software development / simulation / design tools, Industrial Automation & IoT (Internet of Things), During his career, James had conducted various technical training, workshops and appeared as speaker at conferences such as TEDx, MWC, Digitech Europe etc. He is the founder & current chairman of MyIoTA (Malaysia Internet-of-Things Association), that was established in 2016 to drive the growth of the IoT & tech eco-system in the region, and to promote IoT applications & solutions to solve problems at enterprises and public domain at large. MyIoTA is a permanent member of the National 5G Taskforce Working Group, National Industry 4.0 Policy Framework, and a member of the National eCommerce Roadmap Technology Adoption.
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