Asia Tech Podcast

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The podcast currently has 395 episodes available.

Asia Tech Podcast episodes:

January 17, 2024EP 310 - Rebecca Schwabe - Founder at Saigon A.I. - Pioneering Data Science and AI Innovation in Vietnam
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 Vietnam's tech ecosystem

Breaking stereotypes and encouraging women to participate in the tech revolution

Artificial intelligence and the future of tech
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
Truth and Explainability

It Was a Lot of Fun Until You Got a Page at 2 AM

The Next Tech Frontier: Vietnam's Emerging AI Landscape

Empowering Women in Tech in Vietnam

The AI Revolution in Southeast Asia
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30min
January 09, 2024EP 309 - Glenn Lai - FR8Labs - The Next Generation Modern Operating System for Freight Forwarders
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 transformation in traditional industries

Leveraging existing networks and knowledge

Building scalable and adaptable business models - The platform approach

The role of AI and technology in enhancing industry practices
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
You Can’t Really Have Digital Palm Oil

The Paper Becomes the Commonality Across the Entire Chain

Redefining Logistics and Revolutionizing Freight Forwarding

Reshaping the Future of Freight Forwarding in Southeast Asia

Digital Transformation and Leading a New Era in Asian Freight Forwarding
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49min
December 26, 2023EP 308 - Gabriel Le Roux - co-Founder and CEO of Primer - Payments Has to Be a Catalyst for Growth and Innovation
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 making in payments

How Primer is leveraging AI for payment optimization

Primer's vision for the future of payments
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
Rethink the Way You Are Managing Payments

We Want to Give Superpowers to People Managing Payments

This Notion of Payment Success Is Super Critical to Us

You Need to Think of Payments as a Catalyst for Innovation

We Are Fundamentally Reinventing Payments
...more
36min
December 19, 2023EP 307 - Neha Mehta - Author of "One Stop" and the Founder of FemTech Partners - How Super Apps Are Transforming Financial Inclusion
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 detail included:
Her Personal Growth Journey Amidst Global Challenges

How Super Apps Continue to Build a New Era of Digital Integration

The Role of AI in Financial Services

The Future of Super Apps: Quality over Quantity

Why Financial Literacy Is a Key Component for Inclusion
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
The Super App Revolution: Insights on Tech and Inclusion

Empowering the Unbanked: A Deep Dive into Super Apps

Super Apps as Catalysts for Change

A New Digital Era: Super Apps and Financial Empowerment

Reimagining Finance and the Power of Super Apps
Look for Neha Mehta's book, "One Stop" here.
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37min
December 12, 2023EP 306 - Pablo Riveros - Manabu.dev - The Passion Was Always There
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

Entrepreneurs need to be flexible and adaptable
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
From Digital Nomad to Tech Innovator

Tech, Travel, and Transformation

Blending Tech, Sustainability, and Building Communities and Startups

Sustainability in Tech: Helping Companies Understand Their Data

Building ESG Frameworks With Visual Data
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34min
December 05, 2023EP 305 - Shrikant Patil - DigiAlly - Solving Access to Finance for SMEs
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 SME financing is enormous

Collaboration between fintechs, governments, and institutions is crucial
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
Credit Score Is Stale the Moment It Is Created

Bridging the Gap: Financing SMEs for Growth

Driving Economic Growth through SME Financing

Transforming SME Financing: The Power of Alternative Data in Assessing SME Creditworthiness

The Role of Trust in SME Financing
...more
34min
November 28, 2023EP 304 - Daniel Lim - Pi-xcels - We Created Our Whole System to Be Augmentive
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

Balancing Perfection and Good Enough
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
A Shopper-Centric Experience

From Geeky Hardware to Transformative Software

Unlocking the Potential of Offline Retail with Innovative Technology

Enabling Seamless Experiences and Empowering Shoppers

How Pi-xcels is Enhancing the Shopper Experience
...more
49min
November 21, 2023EP 303 - Mehdi Ravanbakhsh - Mapizy - Maps Are the Basis for Decision Making for Any Activities on the Planet
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 drones have revolutionized aerial mapping

How mapping data on the blockchain ensures transparency and accuracy

The importance of entrepreneurship requires taking the first step
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
Just Start Something

How AI Is Changing the Game

Ensuring Data Integrity in Geospatial Information

Starting from Somewhere: The Key to Entrepreneurial Success

Information About the Built and Natural Environment
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44min
November 17, 2023EP 302 - Michael Currie - Founder of Fling - We Add All of Our Value on the Software
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 Challenges in Low-Wage Environments

Leveraging Commodity Drones with Proprietary AI Software

Expansion and Growth Opportunities for Fling
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
This Is Where I Really Learned to Listen

Visibility Into the Whole Supply Chain Process

How Fling's Drones Are Revolutionizing the Supply Chain

Transforming Warehouses with AI

Pioneering Drones and AI in Southeast Asia
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36min
November 08, 2023EP 301 - Sean Ringsted - Chief Digital Business Officer at Chubb - Harnessing the Power of Digital: Embedded Insurance and Beyond
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 building trust and loyalty

The continuing massive opportunity for Chubb in Asia
Some other titles we considered for this episode:
The Future of Partner Experience: Technology and Beyond

The Rise of Phygitally-Enabled Sales and Services

Creating Seamless Experiences in the Digital Age

Enhancing Partner and Customer Experiences

Building Resilience Through Innovative Insurance Solutions

Sign up for the live broadcast of 'Insurance for the New Possible' from the Singapore FinTech Festival here.
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30min

FAQs about Asia Tech Podcast:

How many episodes does Asia Tech Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 395 episodes available.