The final panel turned to the frontier, examining how AI and emerging technologies are already being deployed to solve deeply human problems at scale.
Founders and investors shared applications across sectors such as biodiversity, inclusive fintech, diagnostics, and predictive analytics — all grounded in measurable, mission-aligned execution.
💡 Key takeaways:
- Mission-driven tech is investable. The most compelling AI ventures combine technical defensibility with outcomes that matter.
- Due diligence must evolve. Investors must move beyond surface-level claims to understand architecture, data integrity, and ethical boundaries.
- Local ecosystems are scaling. Asia’s AI landscape is maturing quickly — but still requires capital that is aligned with both innovation and accountability.
- Impact and innovation must co-exist. Long-term success in frontier tech will depend on intentionality as much as scalability.
This discussion reaffirmed that AI can be a force for exponential progress — when matched with capital that’s both curious and conscientious.
🎤 This session featured:
- Pachara (Pinn) Lawjindakule, Partner, Lightspeed Ventures
- Terry Chou, Partner, Alpha Intelligence Capital
- Dr. David Hardoon, Global AI enablement, Standard Chartered Bank
Moderated by Dr. Ayesha Khanna, Co-founder & CEO, Addo.ai
