Techsauce Global Summit 2024, the most significant tech event in Southeast Asia, held from 7 – 9 August at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, concluded gracefully, reinforcing the goal of making Thailand the prime Tech Gateway of the region. This was achieved through cooperation from both domestic and international partners, who collectively showcased the world of cutting-edge technology under the theme ‘The World of Tomorrow with AI,’ highlighting key AI topics that will drive the future. Throughout the 3-day event, this served as a hub for startups, entrepreneurs, technology personnel, and the general public, attracting more than 18,000 visitors from 60 countries worldwide, with more than 30% being foreign visitors and investors. This year’s Business Matching Zone facilitated numerous business opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs, resulting in more than 1,500 business deals. Techsauce grandly concluded the event with the Techsauce Awards 2024 to individuals, companies, and startups in technology, business, and innovation industries who achieved outstanding accomplishments, created positive industry impacts, and significantly contributed to driving the Tech Ecosystem in Thailand.
The ultimate highlight of “The World of Tomorrow with AI” this year was undoubtedly the debut of Ameca, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, marking its first appearance in Thailand and Southeast Asia. Ameca captivated attendees with its impressive ability to intelligently engage conversations up close. Additionally, Techsauce Global Summit created a platform to connect all technological trends by collaborating with more than 350 esteemed speakers from across the globe, who shared their insights and expertise across 11 stages. The event also featured workshops and Master Class activities, offering hands-on experiences from real experts.
The event concluded with the announcement of the Techsauce Awards 2024, aimed at supporting and promoting the Tech Ecosystem in Thailand. The awards honor and recognize the achievements of individuals, companies, and startups that have made a positive impact on society and seek to inspire the new generation interested in the technology industry. This year, there were 10 categories and a total of 29 awards:
1) The Startup Backbone Awards (total 5 prizes) goes to:
Krungsri Finnovate Co., Ltd.
Beacon Venture Capital Co., Ltd.
National Innovation Agency (NIA)
Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa)
True Digital Park Co., Ltd.
2) The Tech Woman of The Year Award (total 1 prize) goes to:
Patama Chantruck, Managing Director, Accenture Thailand
3) The Sauciest Influencer Awards (total 2 prizes) goes to:
Nakarin Wanakijpaibul, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Editor of The Standard
Thana Thienachariya, Owner of the platform Written for You
4) The Sauciest Regulator Award (total 1 prize) goes to:
Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA)
5) The Sauciest Leader Awards (total 4 prizes) goes to:
Sara Lamsam, Chief Executive Officer, Muang Thai Life Assurance PCL.
Ruangroj Poonpol, Chairman of Kasikorn Business-Technology Group
Arthid Nanthawithaya, Chief Executive Officer, SCBX
Jareeporn Jarukornsakul, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Group Chief Executive Officer, WHA Corporation PCL.
6) The Sauciest Startup Awards (total 1 prize) goes to:
Amity Solutions
Keng Teik Koey, Group CEO, Amity Solutions
Touchapon Kraisingkorn, Group CTO and Head of AI Labs, Amity Solutions
7) The Sauciest Corporate Awards (total 2 prizes) goes to:
Ngern Tid Lor Public Company Limited.
WHA Corporation Public Company Limited
8) The Sauciest Investor Award (total 1 prize) goes to:
Pawoot Pongvitayapanu, EfraStructure
9) The Sauciest Founder Award (total 1 prize) goes to:
Jessada Sookdhis, CEO & Co-founder of Finnomena Group
10) The Techsauce Innovation Awards (total 11 prizes) goes to:
ADA biotech
Advanced Health Intelligence (ahi)
Algal Bio
ARASOFT CO., LTD.
Big terra
Gogolook
HUMANICA PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
On-us Company Limited
SCB10X
Upwind security
Vintom
Oranuch Lerdsuwankij, CEO and Co-founder of Techsauce states “Techsauce would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners who contributed to making Techsauce Global Summit 2024 a tremendous success, just as they have in the previous years. This achievement reflects our commitment as a Tech Ecosystem Builder to elevate the organization of the Techsauce Global Summit with the ideology to continuously strengthen the Tech Ecosystem. This year, we are poised to expand our full potential as the technology ecosystem builder by preparing for Techsauce Global Summit on an international level across two major ASEAN countries, Indonesia and Vietnam, during September and October. Our goal still remains strong, as we continue to position Thailand as the prime Tech Gateway of the region, both today and the future.”
For those interested, please find details and summaries of the key sessions from the three full days at https://techsauce.co/ and for those who wish to attend the event in Bali, Indonesia from 23 – 25 September, more details are available at https://summit.techsauce.co/bali/. Stay tuned for news about the upcoming event in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where you can find additional information on the event and details of the Tech Gateway at https://techgateway.asia/.
