Bridging Enterprises & Startups for Transformative Solutions
26 NOVEMBER • HCMC, VIETNAM
Accelerate innovation and growth through strategic GenAI collaborations
Program Overview
GenAI Open Innovation is designed to accelerate digital transformation in ASEAN enterprises through strategic collaborations with innovative GenAI startups.
Built on insights from the first-ever ASEAN GenAI Startup Report, our program addresses the real needs and challenges faced by both enterprises and GenAI startups in the region. This data-driven approach ensures that we're uniquely positioned to facilitate meaningful connections and drive impactful innovation.
Connect
Connect enterprises with targeted GenAI startups to solve real business challenges and capture new opportunities
Accelerate
Accelerate GenAI adoption in enterprises through tailored solutions, targeted Proof of Concepts (PoCs), and knowledge transfer
Empower
Empower GenAI startups with direct access to key enterprise stakeholders, fostering mutual growth and innovation
Program Overview
GenAI Open Innovation is designed to accelerate digital transformation in ASEAN enterprises through strategic collaborations with innovative GenAI startups.
Built on insights from the first-ever ASEAN GenAI Startup Report, our program addresses the real needs and challenges faced by both enterprises and GenAI startups in the region. This data-driven approach ensures that we're uniquely positioned to facilitate meaningful connections and drive impactful innovation.
Connect
Connect enterprises with targeted GenAI startups to solve real business challenges and capture new opportunities
Accelerate
Accelerate GenAI adoption in enterprises through tailored solutions, targeted Proof of Concepts (PoCs), and knowledge transfer
Empower
Empower GenAI startups with direct access to key enterprise stakeholders, fostering mutual growth and innovation
Join us in shaping the future
Join us in shaping the future of business innovation across ASEAN, backed by comprehensive market insights and a deep understanding of the GenAI landscape.
The first edition of this program will kickstart now for interested participants. A physical 1:1 matching event for enterprises and startups will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on November 26.
Join us in shaping the future
of business innovation across ASEAN, backed by comprehensive market insights and a deep understanding of the GenAI landscape.
The first edition of this program will kickstart now for interested participants. A physical 1:1 matching event for enterprises and startups will take place in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on November 26.
Participating Enterprises
Sovico Group is a strategic partner of UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) and the United Nations towards sustainable development for investment cooperation, economic development in Vietnam and globally. Sovico Group is a leading investment group in Vietnam, operating with the goal of providing international quality products and services in the fields of banking and finance, aviation, digital transformation, energy, urban areas, resorts, etc. to meet the needs of customers and integrate into the global economy.GenAI use cases: Banking and Finance, Aviation, Productivity and Business Solution
Globe Telecom, Inc. is a leading full-service telecommunications company in the Philippines and publicly listed in the PSE with the stock symbol GLO. The company serves the telecommunications and technology needs of consumers and businesses across an entire suite of products and services including mobile, fixed, broadband, data connectivity, internet and managed services. It offers innovative digital solutions in the areas of fintech, healthtech, adtech, climate tech, shared services and venture capital. In 2019, Globe became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, committing to implement universal sustainability principles. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel, acknowledged industry leaders in the country and in the region.GenAI use cases: Telecommunications , Productivity and Business Solution
The Vietnam Petroleum Institute (VPI), based on Petroleum Geological Division No. 36B of the General Department of Geology, was formed on May 22, 1978, prompted by the rapid growth of the Vietnamese oil and gas industry. Today, after nearly 35 years of development, VPI has become a leading scientific and technological research center in the country covering all fields of the petroleum industry. The institute comprises seven specialised research centers: Petroleum Exploration and Production, Processing, Safety & Environment, Technology Application and Transfer, Economic and Management, Laboratory and Archives.GenAI use cases: Oil & Gas, Productivity and Business Solution
Established in 1997 as a computer store, Phong Vu has sustainably grown to be one of the most reliable and renowned retailers in Vietnam with a commitment to quality and authenticity. We specialize in supplying a wide range of consumer electronics – from laptop, desktop, computer components, printing, network and camera solutions for home and office, mobile phones and accessories, small appliances and smart devices. We provide IT services to SMEs such as IT hardware and software installation and maintenance and other corporate ICT solutions.GenAI use cases: Retail and E-commerce, Content Creation and Marketing
As a digital media entertainment company, WebTVAsia has exceeded $150 million in total revenue, positioning itself as a key player in driving the value of the creative economy. Founded in Malaysia and now spanning over 10 countries in Asia and beyond, WebTVAsia empowers content creators by offering multi-vertical content solutions across music, documentaries, short-form content, food, travel, and tourism. The company focuses on maximizing the potential of content creation and intellectual property (IP) monetization, ensuring that creators have sustainable paths to growth. Dedicated to championing the creative economy, WebTVAsia continually reinvents itself to support a resilient and thriving ecosystem.GenAI use cases: Media and Entertainment
Pixlr is an AI-powered creative ecosystem with a mission to make design smarter, faster and easier for everybody. Pixlr owns www.pixlr.com, www.designs.ai, www.inabit.ai and www.vectr.com with our products being used by 10m MAUs. We are always looking for new generative applications which can simplify design, communication and marketing processes for our users.GenAI use cases: Content Creation and Marketing
Participating Enterprises
Sovico Group is a strategic partner of UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) and the United Nations towards sustainable development for investment cooperation, economic development in Vietnam and globally. Sovico Group is a leading investment group in Vietnam, operating with the goal of providing international quality products and services in the fields of banking and finance, aviation, digital transformation, energy, urban areas, resorts, etc. to meet the needs of customers and integrate into the global economy.
GenAI use cases: Banking and Finance, Aviation, Productivity and Business Solution
Globe Telecom, Inc. is a leading full-service telecommunications company in the Philippines and publicly listed in the PSE with the stock symbol GLO. The company serves the telecommunications and technology needs of consumers and businesses across an entire suite of products and services including mobile, fixed, broadband, data connectivity, internet and managed services. It offers innovative digital solutions in the areas of fintech, healthtech, adtech, climate tech, shared services and venture capital. In 2019, Globe became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, committing to implement universal sustainability principles. Its principals are Ayala Corporation and Singtel, acknowledged industry leaders in the country and in the region.GenAI use cases: Telecommunications , Productivity and Business Solution
The Vietnam Petroleum Institute (VPI), based on Petroleum Geological Division No. 36B of the General Department of Geology, was formed on May 22, 1978, prompted by the rapid growth of the Vietnamese oil and gas industry. Today, after nearly 35 years of development, VPI has become a leading scientific and technological research center in the country covering all fields of the petroleum industry. The institute comprises seven specialised research centers: Petroleum Exploration and Production, Processing, Safety & Environment, Technology Application and Transfer, Economic and Management, Laboratory and Archives.GenAI use cases: Oil & Gas, Productivity and Business Solution
Established in 1997 as a computer store, Phong Vu has sustainably grown to be one of the most reliable and renowned retailers in Vietnam with a commitment to quality and authenticity. We specialize in supplying a wide range of consumer electronics – from laptop, desktop, computer components, printing, network and camera solutions for home and office, mobile phones and accessories, small appliances and smart devices. We provide IT services to SMEs such as IT hardware and software installation and maintenance and other corporate ICT solutions.GenAI use cases: Retail and E-commerce, Content Creation and Marketing
As a digital media entertainment company, WebTVAsia has exceeded $150 million in total revenue, positioning itself as a key player in driving the value of the creative economy. Founded in Malaysia and now spanning over 10 countries in Asia and beyond, WebTVAsia empowers content creators by offering multi-vertical content solutions across music, documentaries, short-form content, food, travel, and tourism. The company focuses on maximizing the potential of content creation and intellectual property (IP) monetization, ensuring that creators have sustainable paths to growth. Dedicated to championing the creative economy, WebTVAsia continually reinvents itself to support a resilient and thriving ecosystem.GenAI use cases: Media and Entertainment
Pixlr is an AI-powered creative ecosystem with a mission to make design smarter, faster and easier for everybody. Pixlr owns www.pixlr.com, www.designs.ai, www.inabit.ai and www.vectr.com with our products being used by 10m MAUs. We are always looking for new generative applications which can simplify design, communication and marketing processes for our users.GenAI use cases: Content Creation and Marketing
Program Structure
Phase 1
Enterprise Engagement & Use Case Development
(Now - Early November)
- GenAI Fund works closely with selected enterprises to define specific GenAI use cases.
- Senior leadership commitment is secured to ensure program success.
Phase 2
Startup Sourcing & Evaluation
(Early November - Mid November)
- GenAI Fund’s team sources and rigorously evaluates GenAI startups from our extensive database.
- Startups are shortlisted based on their alignment with enterprise needs.
Phase 3
Matching Event & PoC Initiation
(November 26, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)
- Exclusive 1:1 matching event connects participating enterprises with shortlisted startups.
- Collaborative PoC projects are initiated, with potential for long-term partnerships.
Program Structure
Phase 1
Enterprise Engagement & Use Case Development
(Now - Early November)
Phase 2
Startup Sourcing & Evaluation
(Early November - Mid November)
Phase 3
Matching Event & PoC Initiation
(November 26, in HCMC, Vietnam)