Singapore, 28 January 2021
– Informa Tech, the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) Singapore and
the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) today unveiled details of a new flagship tech
event for Asia in 2021 – Asia Tech x
Singapore (ATxSG).
The development follows a
Memorandum of Intent (MOI) signed in November 2020. ATxSG brings together
Informa Tech and key government partners in Singapore to create a uniting
platform and gateway to Asia - the world’s fastest-growing digital economy.
The event will convene government, tech and business leaders for dynamic and
open conversations on technology’s pivotal role in tackling some of the
region’s biggest challenges, and powering digital innovation for the
advancement of Asia.
To be held from 13 – 16 July
2021 in a hybrid format, ATxSG will be hosted at the Marina Bay Sands and the
Singapore Expo. The event comprises the ATxSummit – an invite-only
conference hosted by IMDA, ConnecTechAsia – Informa Tech’s leading B2B
trade show in Asia, and Elevating Founders Asia and accelerateHer Asia –
highlighting the startup ecosystem and diversity in tech respectively. ATxSG
will also feature a host of fringe events to be announced in due time.
"As technology media and event specialists, we are
keenly aware of how bringing together the technology ecosystem on a global
platform to share their knowledge and talent can be a powerful tool to drive
the change we want to see in the world. We are excited to tap into our
international networks to bring tech leaders to Asia; facilitate conversations
around the use of tech for good and share new insights on innovations that will
make an impact in the region," said Ms Carolyn Dawson, Managing
Director, Informa Tech.
“ATxSG is looking at delivering that uniquely
Singaporean experience while bringing together government and digital leaders
to discuss how the public and private sectors can converge and propel Asia’s
digital economy to the top of the list. We look forward to engaging in
face-to-face, ground-breaking conversations on creative tech, talent and
governance with the vision that ATxSG will shape the outcome of our region’s
shared digital future,” said Mr Howie Lau, Assistant Chief Executive,
Media & Innovation Group, Infocomm Media Development Authority.
“We are delighted to partner IMDA and Informa Tech to launch ATxSG in
Singapore, an event which takes full advantage of our position as a trusted
Global-Asia hub. In a time of great disruption, Singapore’s vibrant knowledge
economy and focus on innovation make us an ideal platform for like-minded
people to exchange ideas and spark new possibilities in the digital space. We
will continue to work closely with our industry partners to reimagine the
future of MICE and set Singapore apart as the world’s leading destination for
safe, trusted and innovative business events,” said Mr Yap Chin Siang,
Deputy Chief Executive, Singapore Tourism Board.
For more info on ATxSG, please visit - asiatechxsg.com and #ATxSG
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