

Building AI startups from SEA, Leapfrogging or Catch-Up?
Southeast Asia stands at a critical juncture in the AI revolution. Are we positioned to leapfrog ahead, or are we playing catch-up with global markets? This is the defining question for founders building AI companies in the region today.
Join Vertex Ventures SEA & India and Google Cloud for an intimate panel discussion featuring pioneering founders and industry leaders who have built and scaled AI companies across Southeast Asia.
We'll dive deep into:
The unique advantages and challenges of building AI startups in SEA
Strategies for competing with global AI players while leveraging regional strengths
Accessing capital, talent, and technology infrastructure in emerging markets
Real-world insights from founders who've navigated the journey from startup to exit
Featured Speakers
Moderator:
Genping Liu, Partner at Vertex Ventures SEA & India
Panelists:
Guangda Li, Co-founder of Visenze (acquired by RezolveAI), Distinguished Engineer at Rakuten
Lam Nguyen, Co-founder of NamiTech, Former CEO of FPT Software
Fannie Soubiele, Head of VC Business Development, Google Cloud
Agenda
5:00 PM - Registration & Welcome Drinks
6:00 PM - Panel Discussion
7:00 PM - Dinner & Networking
Spaces are limited. Register now to secure your spot.