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It takes more than technology to build an AI super-ecosystem.

Many of the technologies needed to transform industries already exist today. The bigger question is: how quickly can emerging markets like Malaysia adapt, localise, and scale them within their own economy? 📈

At FutureX Ventures Fest 2026, Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah from Sunway Group, Yichen (Chris) Mao from CICC, and Kevin Shum from Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad explored what it takes to turn AI ambition into real economic impact during the panel session “Building an AI Super-Ecosystem: Can Malaysia Become Southeast Asia’s Silicon Valley?”, moderated by Indranil Sarkar from OpenAI. 🌊

The discussion highlighted that building an AI ecosystem requires more than innovation: it requires industry, capital, and institutions working toward the same direction.

Curious to learn more?

Read more here: https://www.futurexinsights.news/p/building-an-ai-super-ecosystem-can?r=6i8ih6&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true

DIRGAHAYU TUANKU

Salutations and heartiest congratulations to

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia on the Occasion of His Majesty's official birthday on 1 June 2026 (15 Zulhijjah 1447H).

May this Wesak Day bring peace, compassion and enlightenment to all who celebrate, from all of us at Sunway. 🪷

Chaos creates bigger winners, but also faster wipeouts.

That was one of the central themes explored during the fireside chat "Chaos Markets: Bigger Wins for VCs, or Faster Wipeouts?" at FutureX Venture Fest 2026. 🌊📈

Featuring Tim Cruttenden, CEO of VenCap, and moderated by Karen Lau, COO of Sunway iLabs, the session explored how AI is fuelling both excitement and uncertainty across venture capital markets.

As AI cycles move faster and long-term forecasting becomes increasingly difficult, investors are being pushed to rethink how they approach risk, diversification and survival in volatile markets.

In chaotic markets, survival belongs less to whoever moves fastest, and more to whoever stays disciplined longest.

Curious to explore more insights shared during the session?

Read the full article here: https://www.futurexinsights.news/p/chaos-markets-bigger-wins-for-vcs

Salam Aidiladha to all our Muslim friends from all of us at Sunway🌙🕌

“What if we could start healthcare from scratch in the AI era?”

That was the central question explored during the panel session on AI capabilities in healthcare systems at FutureX Ventures Fest 2026. 🌊 🌴

Featuring insights from Teodor Stoev of Harrison.ai, Lau Shi Ying of Adaptive Capital Partners, Dr. Raymond Choy of HEYDOC Health, and moderated by Nur Syimah Izzah of AstraZeneca Malaysia, the discussion unpacked how the future of healthcare may depend not only on advances in AI itself, but also on whether healthcare systems are ready to evolve alongside it.

As AI capabilities continue to accelerate, the question may no longer be whether the technology is ready, but whether healthcare systems are prepared to rethink how care is delivered, experienced, and scaled.

Curious to learn more about the insights shared during the session?

Read the full recap here: https://www.futurexinsights.news/p/what-if-we-could-start-healthcare?r=6i8ih6&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Software is becoming dramatically cheaper to create. 🤔 ❓

That was one of the defining ideas explored during the fireside chat, “AI in 2026: The Breakthroughs Nobody Predicted… and the Ones We Still Don’t See Coming” at FutureX Ventures Fest 2026. 🌊

Featuring Michel A. Del Buono, Operating Partner & Chief Investment Officer of Andreessen Horowitz (a16z Perennial), and Thomas Jeng, Head of Startups, APAC at OpenAI, the discussion unpacked how AI is beginning to reshape the economics of building, scaling, and competing.

The rise of “disposable software” could fundamentally change startup ecosystems, investment strategies, and the future of innovation itself.

As AI tools become cheaper, more powerful, and increasingly accessible, the people who benefit most from this shift may simply be the ones willing to start tinkering.

Curious to know more what was shared during this session? Read more here: https://www.futurexinsights.news/p/ai-in-2026-the-breakthroughs-nobody

Take a peek at what went down at FutureX Ventures Fest 2026.

Ocean breeze, golden rays, and a refreshing drink to match. 🍹

A huge shout out to all our speakers, partners, startups, and attendees for making FutureX Ventures Fest 2026 such an unforgettable evening.

From founders and investors to corporates and ecosystem builders, the beachside gathering brought together the minds shaping what’s next for AI and innovation.

Thank you for the energy, ideas, and conversations shared throughout the night.

Can’t wait to welcome everyone back for an even bigger FutureX Ventures Fest 🌊

FutureX Ventures Fest 2026 finally came to life at Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon.

Sunset conversations, bold ideas, and beachside networking. 🌴

The evening was officiated by YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital, Malaysia, who spoke about the importance of creating spaces where innovation, collaboration, and new ideas can thrive.

With support from our partners such as Gobi Partners, The Hive SEA, Orbit Malaysia, Khazanah Dana Impak, Cradle Fund and speakers from organisations including a16z Perennial, Alliance Bank, CICC, HarrisonAI, OpenAI, VenCap, and many more, FutureX Ventures Fest 2026 brought together regional and global voices driving the future of innovation and collaboration across the ecosystem.

Discussions throughout the evening also highlighted the growing need for stronger collaboration across the region as Malaysia continues positioning itself as a leading hub for AI and deep tech innovation in Southeast Asia.

More highlights from the evening coming soon. 🌊