"I think Hong Kong is a very special city. I think the spirit of the people, it's been a very entrepreneurial city over whatever, 100 plus years...Hong Kong, at the end day also has a good capital markets environment, for fundraising, especially for companies that have good traction and whatnot, I think it's a great place to track capital." - Christopher Yu The Asia Tech Podcast hosted Christopher Yu, the President and CFO at KPay Group. Chris shared his journey from investment banking to...

"I've been moving by myself since I was 17... And each time I managed to pull myself up. And each time I managed to build a community around myself. And I think I was doing well in my own definition. So really, I believe any situation I can do well." - Jingjing Zhong In a revealing conversation on the Asia Tech Podcast, Jingjing Zhong, co-founder of Superbench, shared her entrepreneurial journey and the innovative work her company is doing in the home services industry. Some of the topics...

"We are in a very interesting time where we will see the embrace of technology in a much more rapid rate…We want to be the first in the industry to be delivering a truly autonomous machine vision platform for manufacturing." - Dushyant Verma The Asia Tech Podcast engaged with Dushyant Verma, a co-Founder and the CEO at SmartViz to explore the intersection of AI and Manufacturing. Some of the topics that Dushyant covered in detail included: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI)...

"It was a bit of a blind bet... if something feels right, I don't really need a long time to make the decision... I was like, ‘You know what, what do I have to lose?’" The Asia Tech Podcast welcomed Sherry Jiang, a co-Founder and the CEO of Peek. Sherry is no ordinary entrepreneur. She is super bright and filled with an energy that has to be experienced to be believed. Our conversation was so awesome, covered a ton of ground and I had to put an end to it, so that it would not turn into a...

The Asia Tech Podcast was joined by the co-founders of SeedFlex, Ritwik Ghosh and Sauvik Datta. Ritwik Ghosh's extensive background in consumer and SME credit, first with Capital One Bank and then with Oliver Wyman, ingrained a deep understanding of credit systems in him, which he further enriched by spearheading Grab's fintech lending division. Sauvik Datta's career spans over two decades in financial services, marked by significant roles at McKinsey, American Express, and Standard...

In an enlightening episode of the Asia Tech Podcast, Igor Vincetic, the General Manager, Singapore at Electrolux, shares transformative insights into the ever evolving home appliance industry. Some of the topics that Igor covered in detail included: The importance of innovation, customer-centricity, and sustainability innovative business models that focus on flexibility and convenience for consumers Creating holistic customer experiences, prioritizing service and relationship-building...

The Asia Tech Podcast was joined by Nathaniel Yim, the Founder of Nila Studios and a non-executive co-Founder of Janio Asia. When Nathaniel asserted during our recording, "You cannot sell what you don't understand.", it really resonated with me. When you understand your products and their impact on customers, your enthusiasm, confidence, and sincerity shine through naturally. Some of the other topics Nathaniel covered: Understanding your product's value proposition and the problems it...

In this episode of the Asia Tech Podcast, we spoke with Nirali Zaveri, co-founder and CEO of Friz, about her transition from a corporate job, to founding a neobank for freelancers to pivoting towards a SaaS platform for marketing tech. Nirali discusses the challenges of scaling her initial venture, the strategic decision to pivot, and the lessons learned from being part of Y Combinator.  Some of the topics that Nirali covered in detail: The Power of the Ecosystem and Community The...

The Asia Tech Podcast welcomed Maaike Doyer, a Founder and Managing Partner at Epic Angels, back to the show to discuss a recent article she wrote on 'Why Stricter Angel Investing Rules Miss the Mark'. In the 3 years since Maaike founded Epic Angels along with Hester Spiegel-vdSteenhoven, the network has grown to nearly 300 female investors across 27 countries! Some of the topics we discussed in detail from Maaike's article included: The untapped potential of women in angel investing and...

In this episode of the Asia Tech Podcast, we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Itai Boublil, a co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of KNOTS. KNOTS is reimagining the workplace for finance professionals; it is the first GenAI employee for finance teams. Some of the topics that Itai discussed: A funny story about his first trip to the US from Israel to visit his cousin The critical role that technology can play is solving complex problems for finance teams How GenAI will not...

In the complex and vibrant Asian metropolises, the process of relocation and finding the right place for you and your family to reside can often feel daunting. The region presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities and addressing them requires an innovative approach. The Asia Tech Podcast spoke to Dominic Schacher, a co-Founder of Rently, as he delves into the intricacies of the Asian real estate market, marked by its chaotic rental processes and procedural intricacies. Some of...

The Asia Tech Podcast really enjoyed its conversation with Swapna and Nirmal David, the co-founders of Hobo Interactive. In an era where digital interactivity redefines our narrative experiences, Hobo Interactive focuses on bringing high quality visuals and appealing storytelling to games and other interactive experiences. Their journey, woven with the threads of world-building, storytelling, and a risk-taking entrepreneurial spirit, offers a captivating insight into the transformative power...

In an enlightening conversation on the Asia Tech Podcast, Rebecca Schwabe, COO and Founder of Saigon A.I., shared invaluable insights into her journey through the tech industry, the evolving landscape of technology in Vietnam, and the unique challenges and opportunities of being an entrepreneur in this rapidly transforming space. Some of the topics that Rebecca covered: Her career pivot from finance to tech Why she identified Vietnam as an emerging tech hub The impressive growth of...

Freight forwarding is a complex and often misunderstood industry that plays a crucial role in global trade. The Asia Tech Podcast had a fascinating conversation with Glenn Lai, the co-founder and CEO of FR8Labs to learn more the industry at large and FR8Labs specifically. Some of the insights that Glenn shared with us included: Embracing unconventional career paths can lead to innovative solutions The role of a freight forwarders and why FR8Labs focuses on SMEs The power of digital...

The Asia Tech Podcast had the opportunity to delve into the world of payment innovation with Gabriel Le Roux, the co-founder and CEO of Primer. Gabriel's journey from working at Braintree and PayPal to creating Primer provides invaluable insights into the evolution and future of payments. Some of the topics that Gabriel covered: The growing demand among businesses for more comprehensive payment solutions The impact of integrated payment ecosystems The power of data-driven decision...

The Asia Tech Podcast had a captivating conversation with Neha Mehta, author of "One Stop" and founder and CEO of FemTech Partners in which she unraveled the complexities and the potential of Super Apps in the context of financial inclusion. Her insights shed light on the evolving digital landscape and its impact on society in Asia. The future looks promising, with technology paving the way for more inclusive and efficient financial services. Some of the main topics that Neha covered in...

The Asia Tech Podcast welcomed Pablo Riveros, the founder of Manabu.dev an innovative platform utilizing AI and machine learning to simplify sustainability and ESG ​reporting for businesses. Some of the topics that Pablo discussed in detail: How entrepreneurs benefit from a global perspective The importance of building global communities The necessity to build sustainability into the core of one's business Harnessing the power of data and technology to solve real-world problem ...

The Asia Tech Podcast spoke with Shrikant Patil, the CEO and Managing Director of DigiAlly, and explored the importance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the global economy and the challenges they face in accessing finance. Some of the top insights that Shrikant shared: SMEs contribute significantly to GDP and job creation Trust is a major barrier for SMEs in accessing finance Credit score alone is insufficient for assessing the financial feasibility of SMEs The potential for...

The Asia Tech Podcast welcomed Daniel Lim, the Founder and CEO of Pi-xcels, a technology company that specialises in digital receipt issuance, offering an eco-friendly alternative to paper receipts for retailers, corporates, and any establishment that utilises receipts. Some of the insights I learned from Daniel included: The Value of Embracing a Non-Linear Career Path The True Power of Collaboration The Value of Shopper-Centric Data Augmenting Existing Systems for Greater Impact ...

The Asia Tech Podcast had the opportunity to speak with Mehdi Ravanbakhsh, the CEO and Founder of Mapizy, who has over a decade of experience in geospatial mapping and AI. Mehdi shared his insights on the importance of learning languages, the intersection of geospatial mapping and AI, and his journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Some of the topics that Mehdi discussed in detail: Language as a key to understanding culture How geospatial mapping and AI go hand-in-hand The fact that...

The Asia Tech Podcast hosted Michael Currie, the founder of Fling, who shared several insights he has gained from his experience in the drone industry in Southeast Asia. With a background in financial software development and AI research, Currie moved to Southeast Asia in 2017 and founded Fling in 2018, a company pioneering drones and AI in the region. Some of the topics Michael covered in detail: The Importance of Listening to Customers Enablement Over Disruption Overcoming Operating...

Asia Tech Podcast hosted Sean Ringsted, Chief Digital Business Officer at Chubb. Sean shared his insights about the balance between technological automation and the human touch, integrating technology into the partner experience and omni-channel distribution. Some of the topics Sean covered in detail: Technology as an enabler Balancing technology with the necessity of the human touch How omni-channel is the next step in the customer journey The importance of embedded insurance...

The Asia Tech Podcast was joined by Sam Fromson, the co-founder and COO of YuLife, and Stephen Barnham, the Global Chief Digital and Information Officer at Dai-ichi Life Holdings. Sam and Stephen discussed their partnership and the innovative approach they are taking to reimagine the insurance industry. YuLife is on a mission to inspire people to live their best lives everyday. As a 120-year-old life insurance company dominant in Japan, Dai-ichi Life is looking for new growth opportunities...

The Asia Tech Podcast spent some high-quality time speaking with Nima Karimi, the founder and CEO at Lendela. Lendela is APAC's first and only personal loan matchmaker. Some of the topics that Nima covered in detail: The need for transparency in Consumer Lending How borrowing money can be a lonely experience and how Lendela makes it better The benefits, challenges, and expectations that accompany VC money Making the Consumer Lending experience more enjoyable and efficient The...