
Southeast Asia’s thriving GenAI ecosystem
Gain comprehensive insights into SEA’s rapidly expanding GenAI startup ecosystem with this report, presented by GenAI Fund and Amazon Web Services (AWS). This report is built upon extensive research and analysis of over 700 GenAI startups across ASEAN, incorporating interviews with startups, active investors and community leaders.
Key Highlights
- Unlock exclusive insights into the latest market trends and key players in the GenAI landscape.
- Discover thriving investment opportunities and strategic trends driving funding in GenAI.
- Learn how to leverage resources and investments from global tech leaders to accelerate your GenAI startup’s growth.

Exclusive Interview About the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report
Watch the exclusive interview with Denning Tan, Partner at GenAI Fund, as he discusses key insights from the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report on The Generalists Podcast. In this interview, Denning also shares some of his personal stories and the journey behind the creation of GenAI Fund.

Southeast Asia’s thriving GenAI ecosystem
Gain comprehensive insights into Southeast Asia’s rapidly expanding GenAI startup ecosystem with this report, presented by GenAI Fund and Amazon Web Services (AWS). This report is built upon extensive research and analysis of over 700 GenAI startups across ASEAN, incorporating interviews with startups, active investors and community leaders.
Key Highlights
- Unlock exclusive insights into the latest market trends and key players in the GenAI landscape.
- Discover thriving investment opportunities and strategic trends driving funding in GenAI.
- Learn how to leverage resources and investments from global tech leaders to accelerate your GenAI startup’s growth.

Exclusive Interview About the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report
Watch the exclusive interview with Denning Tan, Partner at GenAI Fund, as he discusses key insights from the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report on The Generalists Podcast. In this interview, Denning also shares some of his personal stories and the journey behind the creation of GenAI Fund.
6
Country Roadshows
50+
Speakers
2000+
Attendees
6
Country Roadshows
50+
Speakers
2000+
Attendees
ASEAN GenAI Startup Report Launch Roadshow
To introduce the report, we hosted an exclusive roadshow across 6 countries in Southeast Asia. Each event featured expert-led discussions, live startup showcases, and networking sessions, offering early access to key insights from the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report
GenAI Report Insights
Exclusive, in-depth analysis of over 500 startups presented by the key authors of the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report. Early access to the report was available at each event.
Exclusive GenAI Offerings
Programs and resources from AWS and Databricks were shared to support GenAI companies. Special perks and offerings were made available to attendees at the roadshow.
Expert Panel Discussion
Each event featured thought-provoking discussions with GenAI experts, top-tier investors, and AWS representatives, covering industry trends and strategies to scale GenAI startups.
GenAI Startup Showcase
Attendees experienced live demos from innovative GenAI startups in each country, showcasing cutting-edge solutions that are transforming various industries.
Exclusive Networking Session
Participants connected with peers and thought leaders, explored collaborative opportunities, and engaged in meaningful discussions during dedicated networking sessions.
ASEAN GenAI Startup Report Launch Roadshow
To introduce the report, we hosted an exclusive roadshow across 6 countries in Southeast Asia. Each event featured expert-led discussions, live startup showcases, and networking sessions, offering early access to key insights from the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report
GenAI Report Insights
Exclusive, in-depth analysis of over 500 startups presented by the key authors of the ASEAN GenAI Startup Report. Early access to the report was available at each event.
Exclusive GenAI Offerings
Programs and resources from AWS and Databricks were shared to support GenAI companies. Special perks and offerings were made available to attendees at the roadshow.
Expert Panel Discussion
Each event featured thought-provoking discussions with GenAI experts, top-tier investors, and AWS representatives, covering industry trends and strategies to scale GenAI startups.
GenAI Startup Showcase
Attendees experienced live demos from innovative GenAI startups in each country, showcasing cutting-edge solutions that are transforming various industries.
Exclusive Networking Session
Participants connected with peers and thought leaders, explored collaborative opportunities, and engaged in meaningful discussions during dedicated networking sessions.
Roadshow Recap: Featured Speakers & Key Locations
Spanning August to September 2024, our roadshow featured key insights from GenAI experts across ASEAN
Roadshow Recap: Featured Speakers & Key Locations
Spanning August to September 2024, our roadshow featured key insights from GenAI experts across ASEAN

Singapore - 22 August

Christian Schneider
Co-founder & CEO, bluesheets.ai

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Kai Yong Kang
Startup Business Development Manager, AWS

Kaijie Ng
Director (Special Projects) | CEO's Office, IMDA

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Markus Bruderer
Partner, Antler

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 26 August

Amanda Cham
Associate Director, Investments, 500 Global

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Ghazanfar Iqbal
Startup BD Head AEM, AWS

Khalil Nooh
Co-Founder & CEO, Mesolitica

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Singapore - 22 August

Christian Schneider
Co-founder & CEO, bluesheets.ai

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Kai Yong Kang
Startup Business Development Manager, AWS

Kaijie Ng
Director (Special Projects) | CEO's Office, IMDA

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Markus Bruderer
Partner, Antler

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 26 Aug

Amanda Cham
Associate Director, Investments, 500 Global

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Ghazanfar Iqbal
Startup BD Head AEM, AWS

Khalil Nooh
Co-Founder & CEO, Mesolitica

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Bangkok, Thailand - 28 August

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Dr. Winn Voravuthikunchai
Founder & CEO, Botnoi Group

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Nicha Suebwonglee
Senior Venture Capital Business Development Manager, AWS

Samuel Tan
APJ GenAI Specialist, Databricks

Tanwa Arpornthip
Senior Technical Advisor, SCB10X

Wiboon Rugsancharoenphol
Secretary General, Innovation One Fund

Manila, Philippines - 9 September

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Dexter Ligot-Gordon
Co-founder & CEO, Swarm

Gian Paulo dela Rama
Chief Product Officer and Head, Sprout AI Labs

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Nicha Suebwonglee
Senior Venture Capital Business Development Manager, AWS

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Bangkok, Thailand - 28 Aug

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Dr. Winn Voravuthikunchai
Founder & CEO, Botnoi Group

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Nicha Suebwonglee
Senior Venture Capital Business Development Manager, AWS

Samuel Tan
APJ GenAI Specialist, Databricks

Tanwa Arpornthip
Senior Technical Advisor, SCB10X

Wiboon Rugsancharoenphol
Secretary General, Innovation One Fund

Manila, Philippines - 9 Sep

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Dexter Ligot-Gordon
Co-founder & CEO, Swarm

Gian Paulo dela Rama
Chief Product Officer and Head, Sprout AI Labs

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Nicha Suebwonglee
Senior Venture Capital Business Development Manager, AWS

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Jakarta, Indonesia - 13 September

Brata Rafly
Head of Startup Ecosystem, AWS

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Ian Holtz
Venture Capital BD, AWS Indonesia

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Rama Mamuaya
Partner, DS/X Ventures

Tyo Guritno
CEO & Co-founder, Inspigo

Hanoi, Vietnam - 19 September

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Do Tien Thinh
Deputy Director of the National Innovation Center (NIC)

Erik Jonsson
Partner, Antler Vietnam

Hiep Nguyen
Chief of Staff, AI Hay

Kai Yong Kang
Startup Business Development Manager, AWS

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Samuel Tan
APJ GenAI Specialist, Databricks

Jakarta, Indonesia - 13 Sep

Brata Rafly
Head of Startup Ecosystem, AWS

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Ian Holtz
Venture Capital BD, AWS Indonesia

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund

Patrick Kelly
Sr. Director of Commercial & Mid Market, Databricks

Rama Mamuaya
Partner, DS/X Ventures

Tyo Guritno
CEO & Co-founder, Inspigo

Hanoi, Vietnam - 19 Sep

Denning Tan
Partner, GenAI Fund

Do Tien Thinh
Deputy Director of the National Innovation Center (NIC)

Erik Jonsson
Partner, Antler Vietnam

Hiep Nguyen
Chief of Staff, AI Hay

Kai Yong Kang
Startup Business Development Manager, AWS

Laura Nguyen
Partner, GenAI Fund
