The global tech spotlight is shifting to Southeast Asia with the launch of the inaugural GITEX ASIA x Ai Everything Singapore, set to take place from April 23 to 25 at Marina Bay Sands. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and KAOUN International, this marks the first Asian edition of GITEX GLOBAL — the world’s largest tech and startup event.
Positioned as Asia’s largest launch tech and investment event, the summit will bring together over 700 global tech enterprises and startups, more than 250 investors from 70+ countries, and 330+ international expert speakers to explore collaborative opportunities under the theme “Advancing Bold Partnerships in Asia.”
Driving Southeast Asia’s Digital Growth
The event comes at a time when Southeast Asia’s digital economy is projected to reach US$1 trillion GMV by 2030, according to the World Economic Forum. GITEX ASIA x Ai Everything aims to accelerate this growth through bold tech innovation, cross-border investment, and public-private collaboration across e-commerce, AI, smart cities, biotech, quantum computing, cybersecurity, green tech, and more.
Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, said the event “will be a vital barometer of the evolving global digital and AI economies, forging impactful new partnerships that shape the future.”
Digital Economy Summit and Global Innovation Showcase
The Digital Economy Summit at the heart of the event will host 180+ hours of expert-led content and thematic tracks, including:
- AI and GenAI applications
- 5G/6G connectivity
- Cyber resilience
- Quantum computing
- Green and smart city technologies
- Biotech and healthcare innovation
Notable global digital leaders, including Ericsson, Kaspersky, Oracle, Nvidia, Lenovo, Alibaba Cloud, and China Telecom, will be exhibiting. Rising digital nations like Vietnam, Serbia, South Korea, France, and the UAE are also showcasing national tech progress, with Vietnam’s National Innovation Center (NIC) making a strong debut.
Empowering Startups and Investors
The event features North Star Asia, the region’s largest startup showcase, with over 400 Series A+ and early-stage companies from across AI, SaaS, cybersecurity, and telecom.
Highlights include:
- AI 100, powered by Nebius, showcasing award-winning AI startups from 30+ countries.
- Singapore 100, spotlighting 100 promising local ventures.
- Supernova Challenge, a global pitch competition for top-tier startups.
- Investor participation from giants managing US$200 billion+ in assets, including Cisco Investments, SGInnovate, Lightrock, and Rallycap.
Cybersecurity Takes Centre Stage
In response to growing digital threats, GITEX Cyber Valley Asia makes its debut, hosting 200+ global CISOs and leading cybersecurity companies. It will explore:
- SEA’s preparedness against rising cyber threats
- Emerging challenges in critical infrastructure security
- Counter Ransomware Initiative’s (CRI) “Crystal Ball” strategy sessions
This programme reflects projections that SEA’s cybersecurity market will exceed US$7 billion by 2029.
Supported by Regional Powerhouses
The event is supported by key government and industry bodies including:
- Singapore Tourism Board
- SGTech
- Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE)
- CyberSecurity Malaysia
- Thailand’s NCSA
- India’s MEDEPC
- UAE Cybersecurity Council
- Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy
Zhihan Yeo of SGTech commented: “GITEX’s expansion into Singapore unlocks global tech connections and sets the stage for transformative growth across Southeast Asia.”
For more information and to register, visit: www.gitexasia.com