Singapore – 25 April, 2025: Following a critically acclaimed opening day with capacity crowds exploring Asia’s tech revolution and innovation leadership, GITEX ASIA x Ai Everything Singapore continued to showcase the region’s digital transformation on an action-packed second day, where AI dominated in-depth discussions.
Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and KAOUN International in affiliation with GITEX GLOBAL, the Asian debut of the world’s largest tech event is running at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, from 23-25 April.
Under the theme ‘Advancing Bold Partnerships in Asia’, the event features:
- 700+ enterprises & award-winning startups from 20+ sectors and 70+ countries
- 400+ global expert speakers
- 250+ leading investors
With PwC projecting AI could potentially contribute as much as US$15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030 and IDC anticipating the technology will yield an Asia-Pacific (APAC) economic impact exceeding US$1.6 trillion by 2028, the day two proceedings thrust the region’s AI revolution into the spotlight.
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Revolutionising a US$107 Billion Regional Industry
The APAC gaming sector, valued at US$107 billion (Inkwood Research), is the world’s largest and fastest-growing gaming market. AI is a key catalyst, alongside digital penetration and esports growth.
Michael Spanger, President of SONY AI Japan, shared insights:
“AI is enhancing creativity, accelerating industry progression, and opening new possibilities. We’re creating immersive, hyper-realistic gaming experiences while empowering global creators.”
‘A Unique Opportunity to Redesign Financial Services’
AI is transforming Asia’s financial services, driving efficiency, innovation, and customer-centric solutions. Boston Consulting Group predicts APAC’s financial wealth could rise by 30% by 2028, with GenAI boosting operations and client experiences.
Shayan Hazir, Chief Digital Officer, Asia (xHK) & MENAT, HSBC Singapore, said:
“We must embrace AI to redesign financial services. The human transformation—adapting to change—is key alongside blockchain, digital assets, and quantum computing.”
GenAI: A US$110 Billion Game-changer
IDC forecasts APAC AI & GenAI investments to hit US$110 billion by 2028. Experts debated whether AI is an unavoidable business transformation.
Patrick Tammer, Senior Investment Director at SCALE AI (Canada’s US$125M+ AI fund), stated:
“GenAI unlocked unstructured data for analytics, revolutionizing service sectors like consulting, marketing, and legal. AI agents will reshape business models in the next decade.”
Charting a Course to a Smart & Sustainable Future
Discussions also focused on sustainability, smart cities, and emerging tech integration.
Peter Kmec, Deputy PM of Slovakia (EU Recovery Plan & Knowledge Economy), emphasized:
*”Smart cities in 2035 will be unrecognizable. AI and IoT must serve humanity—not control it. Governments must bridge urban-rural gaps.”*
Tony Verb, CEO of Carbonless Asia, added:
“We’re behind on Net Zero targets. We must unite to find commercially viable decarbonisation tech solutions.”
A World-Class Tech Showcase
GITEX ASIA x Ai Everything Singapore offers:
- 180+ hours of content
- 8 key themes: AI, biotech, cloud, cybersecurity, quantum, green tech, health tech, and smart cities
The event brings together tech leaders, founders, investors, and policymakers to explore innovations reshaping industries.
For more information, visit gitexasia.com.
