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Mid East Info
25-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
BEYOND Expo 2025 unites Asia's Tech titans to shape a smarter, sustainable Future - Middle East Business News and Information
Asia's most influential tech showcase, BEYOND Expo 2025, concluded yesterday at The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo, celebrating its landmark fifth edition with record-breaking participation. Held under the visionary theme 'Empowering Asia, Bridging the World', the Expo hosted over 800 pioneering companies across sectors including AI, HealthTech, Clean Energy, Robotics, Lifestyle Tech, SportsTech and FinTech, alongside 25,000 visitors and 800+ global investors. The Opening Ceremony on May 21 brought together an impressive lineup of Asian tech trailblazers who shared insights on the future of innovation under the banner 'What's Next?' Featured speakers included Dr. Jian Wang (President, Zhejiang Lab; Founder, Alibaba Cloud), Carl Pei (CEO, Nothing), Dr. Burt Guo (CEO, Aerofugia), Zhaopeng Chen (CEO, Agile Robots SE), and Jingkang Liu (Founder, Insta360). In a landmark move, the Expo also witnessed the official launch of the BEYOND Founders Club (BFC) – a new elite network of 30 founding members comprising Asia's top tech entrepreneurs committed to fostering sustainable innovation and mentoring the next generation of visionaries. Dr. Lu Gang, BEYOND Co-Founder, stated, 'When we launched BEYOND in 2021, our goal was to showcase Asia's technological capabilities to the world. Five years on, BEYOND Expo stands as a global platform where transformative ideas converge to create real-world impact.' Summits, Forums & Global Collaboration Over 300 speakers headlined a packed three-day summit schedule, covering diverse topics including AI, Wealth & Investment, Web3+AI, Gen Z Innovation, Sustainability, SportsTech, FashionTech, and more. Forums such as the Asia-Europe Tech Forum, Japan Tech Forum, Middle East-Asia Forum, and ORIGIN Southeast Asia Tech Summit highlighted cross-border collaboration and regional opportunities. The BGlobal Summit opened with a keynote from H.E. Djauhari Oratmangun, Indonesian Ambassador to China, who emphasized Asia's booming investment landscape. Japanese statesman Takeo Kawamura underscored the need for global cooperation and cultural dialogue to drive inclusive growth. Investor Focus – Fund at First Pitch & Wealth Summit With investor engagement at its core, this year's Expo featured the Fund at First Pitch competition, attracting 150+ startups and 100+ investors, providing real-time funding opportunities. The dedicated Wealth Summit, co-hosted with the Asian Family Legacy Foundation and Greenwich Economic Forum, brought together top investment minds to foster economic innovation. Recognizing Innovation – BEYOND Expo Awards This year's BEYOND Best Choice Awards honored 25 outstanding companies from over 1,500 nominations, recognizing breakthroughs in tech, social impact, and business excellence. Special honors included the BEYOND Impact Awards, Gen Z Innovators, Medical Technology Excellence Awards, and Healthy Living Products Innovation Awards, celebrating changemakers aligned with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Jason Ho, Co-Founder of BEYOND Expo, said, 'With the Founders Club and our robust summit series, we are shaping a future where technology drives positive global change. BEYOND is not just a platform—it's a movement.'
Mid East Info
23-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
BEYOND Expo 2025 Leads the Future of Asian Tech for 5th Year Visionary Tech Pioneers Converge in Macao to Drive Innovation
BEYOND Expo 2025 Opening Ceremony Panel discusses 'What's Next?' - Source: BEYOND Expo Macao, China: BEYOND Expo 2025 celebrated its fifth anniversary when it opened today at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo, creating Asia's largest gathering of cutting-edge technology companies and the world's foremost tech leaders and pioneering minds under the theme 'Empowering Asia, Bridging the World'. More than 800 companies are exhibiting, covering a wide range of sectors from AI, HealthTech, Clean Energy and Robotics to Lifestyle Tech, SportsTech, FinTech and more, with over 800 investors registered and 25,000 visitors expected. BEYOND Expo will run from May 22-24, 2025. A who's who of leading Asian tech pioneers joined the Opening Ceremony on May 21, to discuss the question 'What's Next?' They included Dr. Jian Wang, President, Zhejiang Lab; Founder, Alibaba Cloud; Carl Pei, Co-founder & CEO, Nothing; Dr. Burt Guo CEO & Chief Scientist; Sichuan Aerofugia Technology Development CO., LTD; Zhaopeng Chen, CEO & Founder at Agile Robots SE, and Jingkang Liu, Founder, Insta360. The Opening Ceremony also hosted the official launch of the BEYOND Founders Club (BFC), a world-class community for rising Asian tech entrepreneurs uniting to transform business landscapes and tackle global challenges. BEYOND Expo Co-Founder Dr. Lu Gang explained, 'When we first established BEYOND Expo in 2021 we wanted to showcase the technological advancement of Asia. This global convergence of the best minds – where groundbreaking ideas meet transformative technologies, realizes our vision of 'Empowering Asia, Bridging the World.' We are delighted to be celebrating our fifth year with over 800 companies, the largest number of participants to date from all over the world.' BEYOND Expo Co-Founder Jason Ho gives Welcome Speech at Opening Day – Source: BEYOND Expo Inspiring the Next Generation – BEYOND Founders Club With 30 founding members, BFC claims to connect key tech influencers, visionary entrepreneurs, and pioneering innovators to explore global tech trends. BEYOND Expo Co-Founder Jason Ho said, 'We are committed to bringing successful tech visionaries together to share their learning and inspire others. Launching the BEYOND Founders Club reinforces our belief that tech serves humanity. The founding members are driven by the mission to guide the next generation in the pursuit of sustainable technological solutions to tackle global challenges'. Promoting Ideas – BEYOND Expo Summits A packed program of events features key panel sessions with over 300 speakers including Global Investment Summit, AI Summit, Wealth Summit, BGlobal Summit, Asia-Europe Tech Forum, Japan Tech Forum, Asia-Latam Tech Forum, Fashion Tech Forum, Global-Cross Border E-commerce Ecosystem, Gen-Z Founder Forum, International Industrial Design Forum, ORIGIN Southeast Asia Summit, SHETECH Summit, WEB3+AI Forum, Sports Tech and Zayed Sustainability Prize China Forum. BEYOND Expo 2025 Opening Ceremony at The Venetian® Macao – Source: BEYOND Expo Attracting Investment – Global Investment Summit, Wealth Summit and Fund at First Pitch Investor engagement has become a cornerstone of BEYOND Expo, which this year hosts a dedicated Wealth Summit together with the Asian Family Legacy Foundation (AFLF) and Greenwich Economic Forum (GEF). Fund at First Pitch is a live competition that has attracted over 150 companies and 100+ investors culminating in funding for winners. Visit BEYOND Expo 2025 at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo BEYOND Expo 2025 is being held at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo. Since opening, Cotai Expo has been a leading conference, meetings and exhibition venue in Macao, and is one of the largest MICE venues in Asia, with approximately 71,000 square metres of exhibition space. It is also part of Sands® Resorts Macao, which attracts top event planners from around the world due to its 150,000 square metres of MICE space, world-class entertainment venues, award-winning accommodation, spectacular recreation and leisure options, unrivalled shopping experiences, and dynamic dining options. Sands Resorts Macao's newest hotel, located within The Londoner® Macao, is Londoner Grand, which marks a bold new chapter in luxury for discerning travellers and event planners. About BEYOND Expo: The BEYOND International Technology Innovation Expo (BEYOND Expo) is Asia's leading annual technology event. Serving as a dynamic platform since 2021, BEYOND Expo not only showcases global technological innovations but also provides a unique opportunity to foster innovation upgrades across diverse industries and regions. BEYOND Expo has attracted participation from Asia's Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, unicorn companies, and emerging startups. Through a multifaceted approach involving expos, summits, and various activities, BEYOND Expo has successfully cultivated an innovative ecosystem, propelling collective development in the Asia-Pacific region and the global technology innovation industry.
Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
BEYOND Expo 2025 Leads the Future of Asian Tech for 5th Year
Visionary Tech Pioneers Converge in Macao to Drive Innovation MACAO, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BEYOND Expo 2025 celebrated its fifth anniversary when it opened today at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo, creating Asia's largest gathering of cutting-edge technology companies and the world's foremost tech leaders and pioneering minds under the theme "Empowering Asia, Bridging the World". More than 800 companies are exhibiting, covering a wide range of sectors from AI, HealthTech, Clean Energy and Robotics to Lifestyle Tech, SportsTech, FinTech and more, with over 800 investors registered and 25,000 visitors expected. BEYOND Expo will run from May 22-24, 2025. A who's who of leading Asian tech pioneers joined the Opening Ceremony on May 21, to discuss the question 'What's Next?' They included Dr. Jian Wang, President, Zhejiang Lab; Founder, Alibaba Cloud; Carl Pei, Co-founder & CEO, Nothing; Dr. Burt Guo, CEO & Chief Scientist; Sichuan Aerofugia Technology Development CO., LTD; Zhaopeng Chen, CEO & Founder of Agile Robots SE, and Jingkang Liu, Founder of Insta360. The Opening Ceremony also hosted the official launch of the BEYOND Founders Club (BFC), a world-class community for rising Asian tech entrepreneurs uniting to transform business landscapes and tackle global challenges. BEYOND Expo Co-Founder Dr. Lu Gang explained, "When we first established BEYOND Expo in 2021 we wanted to showcase the technological advancement of Asia. This global convergence of the best minds – where groundbreaking ideas meet transformative technologies, realizes our vision of 'Empowering Asia, Bridging the World.' We are delighted to be celebrating our fifth year with over 800 companies, the largest number of participants to date from all over the world." Inspiring the Next Generation - BEYOND Founders Club With 30 founding members, BFC claims to connect key tech influencers, visionary entrepreneurs, and pioneering innovators to explore global tech trends. BEYOND Expo Co-Founder Jason Ho said, "We are committed to bringing successful tech visionaries together to share their learning and inspire others. Launching the BEYOND Founders Club reinforces our belief that tech serves humanity. The founding members are driven by the mission to guide the next generation in the pursuit of sustainable technological solutions to tackle global challenges". Promoting Ideas - BEYOND Expo Summits A packed program of events features key panel sessions with over 300 speakers including Global Investment Summit, AI Summit, Wealth Summit, BGlobal Summit, Asia-Europe Tech Forum, Japan Tech Forum, Asia-Latam Tech Forum, Fashion Tech Forum, Global-Cross Border E-commerce Ecosystem, Gen-Z Founder Forum, International Industrial Design Forum, ORIGIN Southeast Asia Summit, SHETECH Summit, WEB3+AI Forum, Sports Tech and Zayed Sustainability Prize China Forum. Attracting Investment – Global Investment Summit, Wealth Summit and Fund at First Pitch Investor engagement has become a cornerstone of BEYOND Expo, which this year hosts a dedicated Wealth Summit together with the Asian Family Legacy Foundation (AFLF) and Greenwich Economic Forum (GEF). Fund at First Pitch is a live competition that has attracted over 150 companies and 100+ investors culminating in funding for winners. Visit BEYOND Expo 2025 at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo BEYOND Expo 2025 is being held at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo. Since opening, Cotai Expo has been a leading conference, meetings and exhibition venue in Macao, and is one of the largest MICE venues in Asia, with approximately 71,000 square metres of exhibition space. It is also part of Sands® Resorts Macao, which attracts top event planners from around the world due to its 150,000 square metres of MICE space, world-class entertainment venues, award-winning accommodation, spectacular recreation and leisure options, unrivalled shopping experiences, and dynamic dining options. Sands Resorts Macao's newest hotel, located within The Londoner® Macao, is Londoner Grand, which marks a bold new chapter in luxury for discerning travellers and event planners. About BEYOND Expo The BEYOND International Technology Innovation Expo (BEYOND Expo) is Asia's leading annual technology event. Serving as a dynamic platform since 2021, BEYOND Expo not only showcases global technological innovations but also provides a unique opportunity to foster innovation upgrades across diverse industries and regions. BEYOND Expo has attracted participation from Asia's Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, unicorn companies, and emerging startups. Through a multifaceted approach involving expos, summits, and various activities, BEYOND Expo has successfully cultivated an innovative ecosystem, propelling collective development in the Asia-Pacific region and the global technology innovation industry.
