GenAI Open Innovation - Malaysia Chapter, in collaboration with AWS
GenAI Open Innovation - Malaysia Chapter
Date: September 30, 2025
Time: 3:00-6:00PM (GMT+8)
Location: Asia School of Business (ASB) Academy, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
About the Event:
The GenAI Open Innovation initiative, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS), is a unique platform designed to foster collaboration between startups and enterprises, driving the growth of AI in the region.
Featured Enterprise Partners
Participating enterprises include Mindvalley, PayNet Fintech Hub, Resorts World Inc., Media Prima, Allianz, and Emart24, with more joining, representing sectors such as financial services, real estate, education, and media.
This event aims to:
Empower AI Startups: Gain key insights on AI adoption trends and enterprise needs to refine go-to-market (GTM) strategies.
Support Enterprises: Connect with innovative AI solutions tailored to address specific challenges and opportunities.
Build Partnerships: Facilitate impactful collaborations between startups and enterprises to accelerate the adoption and success of AI solutions.
What to Expect:
[BY INVITE ONLY]
Enterprise-Startup 1:1 Matchmaking:
Curated 1:1 meetings between enterprises and AI startups matched to their submitted use cases.
[FOR ALL/PUBLIC]
Panel Discussions:
Panel 1: From Pitch to Production: How Startups and Enterprises Make AI POCs Work
Winning and scaling POCs isn’t luck — it requires alignment, trust, and stakeholder engagement. This panel explores how startups can win enterprise pilots, what enterprises need to see to commit, and how both sides can manage stakeholders to co-design POCs that deliver lasting value.Panel 2: Co-Creating Value: IP, Trust & Commercial Wins Between Startups and Enterprises
Winning a POC is only the beginning. This panel examines how enterprises and startups can align on IP, commercialization, and scaling so both sides achieve long-term value.
Networking Opportunities:
A casual networking session will provide opportunities for broader collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Who Should Attend:
This event is ideal for:
AI startups seeking to connect with enterprises and refine their GTM strategies.
Enterprises exploring innovative AI solutions for digital transformation.
Investors and ecosystem stakeholders focused on AI-driven growth.
Government agencies and policymakers driving digital innovation and regulatory frameworks for AI.
Agenda:
[BY INVITE ONLY]
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Registration & Check-in (Shortlisted Startups & Invited Enterprises)
Kick off the event by registering shortlisted startups and enterprises for matchmaking session.
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Briefing Session (Shortlisted Startups & Invited Enterprises)
Kick off the event with a briefing session to welcome shortlisted startups and invited enterprises, provide an overview of the matchmaking process.
1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Enterprise-Startup 1:1 Matchmaking
Shortlisted startups will engage in 1:1 meetings with leading enterprises from various industries, such as financial services, real estate, EdTech, media & entertainment to explore potential AI-driven collaborations.
[FOR ALL/PUBLIC]
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Registration & Check-in (Public Attendees)
Kick off second half of the event by registering and networking with other attendees.
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Introduction from the Organizers
Hear stories from the co-organizers, setting the stage for the day’s discussions and collaborations.
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Panel Discussion 1: Unlocking AI Potential – Opportunities & Challenges for Enterprises Scaling AI
Industry leaders will explore the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for leveraging AI in digital transformation. Moderated by GenAI Fund.
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Panel Discussion 2: Structuring AI Adoption – How Enterprises Build and Scale AI Initiatives
Gain insights from enterprises leaders as they discuss how tech-driven enterprises are developing and scaling AI solutions with their team, and collaborating effectively with AI startups to drive growth and innovation. Moderated by GenAI Fund.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Casual Networking Session
This networking session offers a chance to network, share insights, and build connections in an informal setting.
Join us to unlock the potential of AI through collaboration and innovation. Reserve your spot today and be part of shaping the future of AI!