On Friday, July 12, 2024 – The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2, organized by Launch JDI, co-hosted with the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (SCCV), supported by the Singapore Global Network (SGN), and presented by Intel and CtrlS–Cloud4C, successfully concluded.
Fueled by the success of its first wave, the second chapter united over 600 industry stalwarts, technology enthusiasts, and visionary entrepreneurs to explore the latest business trends, technological developments, and relevant use cases shaping the ever-evolving AI ecosystem, all for a better tomorrow.
Event Highlight: Opening And Networking
The event commenced with a warm welcome to the attendees, marking a grand start to a day filled with knowledge-sharing, networking opportunities, and inspiring keynotes.
Attendees checking in early for the event (Photo: JDI)
Attendees queuing to enter the venue for The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 (Photo: JDI)
The event venue buzzing with energy as excitement fills the air (Photo: JDI)
Attendees getting to know each other while discussing the latest AI developments (Photo: JDI)
Industry experts discussing about The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 (Photo: JDI)
Attendees posing for a group photo at The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 (Photo: JDI)
Attendees taking a memorable group photo at The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2. (Photo: JDI)
The event is also excited to welcome Mr. Pang Te Cheng, Consul-General of the Republic of Singapore in Ho Chi Minh City, as the esteemed guest of honor.
Welcoming Mr. Pang Te Cheng, Consul-General of the Republic of Singapore in Ho Chi Minh City (Photo: JDI)
A group photo with Mr. Pang Te Cheng (Photo: JDI)
Event Highlight: Opening Remarks and Welcome Speech
As the crowd settled in, The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 officially began, with Mr. Frank Lee, Founder and Managing Director of JDI, and Mr. Daryl Chung, Co-Founder and Business Development Director of JDI, welcoming over 600 enthusiastic attendees. The leaders of JDI took this moment to unveil the event’s agenda, preparing the ground for a captivating day full of innovative ideas, meaningful connections, and exciting opportunities.
Mr. Frank Lee and Mr. Daryl Chung hyping up the atmosphere with their opening remarks (Photo: JDI)
Mr. Norman Lim, President of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce Vietnam (SCCV), then graciously took the stage to deliver a warm and inspiring opening remark.
Mr. Norman Lim, President of Singapore Chamber of Commerce Vietnam, delivering his speech to the attendees (Photo: JDI)
The event was also honored to welcome Mr. Pang Te Cheng, Consul-General of the Republic of Singapore in Ho Chi Minh City, on the stage to deliver the opening remarks.
“This event is a very good model for cross-border cooperation, bringing together the different parties from both countries, each with their own strengths to create better synergies.” Mr. Pang Te Cheng shared his thoughts on The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2.
Welcome Address by Mr. Pang Te Cheng (Photo: JDI)
Our diamond sponsor, represented by Mr. Bernard L’Allier, President, Sales of Cloud4C, and Mr. Phung Viet Thang, Country Manager of SMG at Intel Vietnam, also shared their welcome addresses to the attendees. They expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration between Singapore and Vietnam in the AI space to build a better tomorrow.
Mr. Bernard L’Allier, President, Sales of Cloud4C, giving his inspirational speech (Photo: JDI)
Mr. Phung Viet Thang, Country Manager of SMG at Intel Vietnam, announcing Intel’s commitment to AI advancements (Photo: JDI)
Presenting flowers and appreciation tokens to our sponsors (Photo: JDI)
Event Highlight: AI Exhibition
The AI exhibition was one of the standout segments of The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2, providing attendees with an immersive experience where they could explore the latest AI technologies and solutions from innovative businesses across sectors, including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, and finance.
Attendees experiencing the latest AI solutions and products at Intel & CtrlS-Cloud4C booth (Photo: JDI)
Attendees trying the latest AI products from Intel & CtrlS-Cloud4C (Photo: JDI)
Phong Vu showcasing their latest products (Photo: JDI)
Attendees exploring the capabilities of AI solutions from our exhibitors (Photo: JDI)
An attendee receiving an exhibitor’s name card as she learns about their innovative AI solutions (Photo: JDI)
Attendees learning about the latest innovative AI tools from our exhibitors (Photo: JDI)
Mr. Pang Te Cheng visiting our exhibition hall with Mr. Frank Lee and Mr. Daryl Chung (Photo: JDI)
The exhibition hall with attendees and exhibitors brimming with enthusiasm and excitement (Photo: JDI)
Attendees in deep discussions with exhibitors (Photo: JDI)
Attendees exchanging their contact information with exhibitors (Photo: JDI)
Event Highlight: Business Lounge
The business lounge was strategically divided into three key zones where attendees had the opportunity to interact directly with industry experts, gaining insights on propelling businesses towards unparalleled success through market entry strategies, securing strategic funding, and cultivating top talent.
Industry leaders engaging in meaningful discussion (Photo: JDI)
An overview of the dynamic Business Lounge room (Photo: JDI)
Startups exploring new funding prospects with JDI’s experts (Photo: JDI)
An attendee discussing potential talent recruitment opportunities (Photo: JDI)
Event Highlight: Conference
One of the most captivating discussions at the event centered around embracing AI Disruption. Attendees were treated to a thought-provoking session led by industry leaders from Intel and CtrlS-Cloud4C, our esteemed Diamond Sponsor. They delved into the revolutionary potential of accelerated computing, AI advancements, and cutting-edge cloud technologies, offering fresh perspectives on how these innovations are reshaping the future of business.
From left to right: Mr. Chau Chieu Phuc (IBP) as our moderator, along with Mr. Chaitanya Reddy (Cloud4C), Mr. Himanshu Saluja (Intel), and Mr. Son Tran (SAP Vietnam) as guest speakers (Photo: JDI)
The event also featured an exciting dedicated panel discussion on AI in retail, where industry leaders revealed how AI and big data are set to transform the customer experience. We were thrilled to welcome a special guest speaker from our Bronze Sponsor, Phong Vu, who added even more depth to the conversation, with direct insights on how AI is impacting their organization and industry.
From left to right: Mr. Frank Lee (JDI) as our moderator, along with Ms. Tran Phuong Chi (Phong Vu), Mr. Oliver Tan (VISENZE), and Ms. Clara Lim (WIZ.AI) as guest speakers (Photo: JDI)
The conference hall continued with a series of insightful presentations, panel discussions, and fireside chats with global speakers, delving into the true potential of AI and the latest trends that will redefine how we work and live.
Dr. Leslie Teo (AI Singapore) presenting about AI applications on the stage (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Ms. Ruby Nguyen (Curieous), Mr. Trung V. Nguyen (KDI Education), Dr. Le Hoanh Su (University of Economics and Laws), and Ms. Thai Van Linh (Openspace Ventures) as guest speakers, with Mr. Daryl Chung (JDI) as our moderator (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Ms. Rebecca Joy (Saigon A.I.) as our moderator, and Ms. Nicole Zhu (Homebrew Computer Company) as guest speaker (Photo: JDI)
Moving forward, participants gained eye-opening insights into the role of AI in banking and how to harness its power for innovation through a sharing session with industry experts.
From left to right: Ms. Vi Ton (Beyond Creative Agency) as our moderator, along with Ms. Nhu Le (Standard Chartered Bank), Ms. Rachel Nguyen ( CIMB Vietnam), and Mr. Mauro Figueiredo (Formerly from Techcombank) as guest speakers ( (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Mr. Daryl Chung (JDI) as our moderator, and Mr. Tran Chu Sa (Vietnam Basketball Association) as guest speaker (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Mr. Doan Huu Duc (Vietnam Consulting Group) as our moderator, along with Dr. Quan Le (Fulbright University Vietnam), and Dr. Phung Manh Duong (Fulbright University Vietnam) as guest speakers (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Mr. Jason Pham (Startup Vietnam Foundation) as our moderator, along with Ms. Linh Nguyen, and Dr. William H. Nguyen (Quickom) as guest speakers (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Ms. Thuy Hoang (The Sentry) as our moderator, and Mr. Cuong Dang (Forbes Vietnam) as guest speaker (Photo: JDI)
From left to right: Mr. Hussein Sulaiman (JDI) as our moderator, along with Ms. Carol Cheung (Cocoon Capital), and Mr. Jin Lee (Tigtac.io) as guest speakers (Photo: JDI)
Attendees focusing their attention on the stage (Photo: JDI)
Attendees receiving new insights from our speakers (Photo: JDI)
Event Highlight: Networking & Lucky Draw
During the mid-event networking session, participants took a brief break to enjoy refreshments while engaging in conversations to expand their networks and explore potential collaboration opportunities.
Attendees enjoying the savory treats during the event (Photo: JDI)
Attendees engaging actively in open networking (Photo: JDI)
Attendees discussing the insights and technologies presented at the event (Photo: JDI)
Attendees exchanging their contact with each other (Photo: JDI)
Attendees establishing new, meaningful connections (Photo: JDI)
Exciting Lucky Draw game for our attendees (Photo: JDI)
Lucky attendee receiving a special prize from one of the event prize sponsors (Photo: JDI)
Hear From Our Attendees:
A Glimpse into the Brighter Future With Artificial Intelligence
The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 concluded on a high note, successfully bringing together tech experts, industry leaders, aspiring entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders to unveil AI’s full potential in revolutionizing how we work and live.
Mr. Frank Lee, Mr. Pang Te Cheng, Mr. Daryl Chung, and our attendees (Photo: JDI)
Mr. Frank Lee, Founder & Managing Director at JDI, remarked, “The Future of Artificial Intelligence: Chapter 2 has truly showcased Vietnam’s potential in the AI industry. We had many international industry practitioners, leaders, and subject-matter experts freely sharing their knowledge and experience in the fast-evolving AI landscape. The discussions and ideas exchanged here will undoubtedly push forward the state of AI in Vietnam to the next level. Looking forward to seeing how AI will evolve before we meet in our next event!”
Posing for a group photo before concluding the event (Photo: JDI)
We would like to express our deepest gratitude to Singapore Chamber Of Commerce Vietnam, Singapore Global Network, Intel and CtrlS–Cloud4C, Phong Vu, and all the esteemed sponsors, partners, speakers, exhibitors, and organizations who have supported us in this remarkable event.
Looking ahead, JDI is dedicated to being a driving force in advancing a thriving AI ecosystem and shaping its future through our series of inspiring events and strategic collaborations.
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