Startup Submission Deadline Extended for AsiaStartupExpo Q2 2025 – Full Agenda & Powerhouse Lineup Revealed!

The AsiaStartupExpo Q2 2025 is set to go live on June 25, 2025, from 14:00–16:00 (GMT+8), bringing together innovative startups, global investors, thought leaders, and media professionals from across Asia, the U.S., and Europe.

Due to growing interest from early-stage ventures across the region, the startup application deadline has officially been extended. If you’re building a globally scalable solution in AI, SaaS, or D2C tech, this is your golden opportunity to pitch on a world-class platform.

Why Join AsiaStartupExpo Q2 2025?

Whether you’re launching the next fintech unicorn, redefining enterprise productivity, or transforming consumer experiences, AsiaStartupExpo offers:

• A Global Stage – Pitch to VCs, corporates, and media in front of a curated global audience.
  
• Expert-Led Panels & Keynotes – Learn from international leaders in marketing, AI, and innovation.
  
• Exclusive Networking – Connect with decision-makers and ecosystem enablers from Asia and beyond.
  
• Media Visibility – Get covered by KoreaTechDesk, AsiaTechDaily, and global PR professionals.
  

Full Event Agenda – June 25, 2025 (Virtual)

14:05 – 14:30 | Special Keynote Talks

1. Devendra Singh Parmar
Global AI Leader | Former Leadership Roles at HSBC and State Street Bank
Talk: “Beyond the Buzz: AI’s Real Role in Fintech Innovation”

Parmar will cut through the hype and reveal how AI is driving real impact in fintech—from fraud detection to intelligent risk modeling. Drawing from leadership experience at two of the world’s top financial institutions, he’ll share frameworks for building AI that works in the real world.

2. Dr. Ritesh Kumar
Principal Scientist, CSIR-CSIO Chandigarh
Talk: “AI and the Senses: Industrial Applications of Artificial Nose, Tongue & Beyond”

A pioneer in sensory AI, Dr. Kumar leads innovations in artificial smell and taste technologies, applying them in agriculture, food safety, and healthcare. Attendees will gain insights into how AI is revolutionizing multisensory industries, with industrial and startup-ready applications.

14:30 – 15:00 | Global Panel Discussion

Panel Title: Global Voice: Helping Asian Innovation Speak to the World

What You’ll Learn:

• Crafting English-language narratives that resonate with global media
  
• Insights into what international editors actually look for
  
• Avoiding PR pitfalls and cultural missteps
  
• Real tactics for localization—messaging, tone, and visuals
  

Moderator:

• Aditi Dave – Editor, KoreaTechDesk

Panelists:

• Jean Lee – Head of Marketing Communications, bitsensing (South Korea)

Jean brings experience in deep-tech marketing and storytelling for one of Korea’s most innovative sensing technology companies.

• David Claxton – Founder, Wise Up PR (USA)

A veteran PR strategist, David has helped global startups craft narratives that get picked up by top-tier outlets like TechCrunch, Forbes, and Fast Company.

• Urska Vracun – Business Consultant (Slovenia/EU)

Urska brings an EU perspective on communications, startup storytelling, and go-to-market strategy in regulated and tech-forward sectors.

Why Attend:
This panel is a must for founders, marketers, and ecosystem leaders looking to take their stories global. Learn directly from professionals who have helped startups break through language barriers and media gatekeepers to achieve international visibility.

15:00 – 15:45 | Startup Pitch Showcase

Selected startups will pitch to a global panel of venture capitalists and innovation leaders. Categories include:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  
• Software as a Service (SaaS)
  
• Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) Tech & Brands
  

Meet the Investors & Judges

Sunay Kumat – Vice President, Investment Banking

A seasoned finance professional with deep knowledge of equity, derivatives, and capital markets. Sunay is passionate about the startup ecosystem, particularly in consumer tech and AI. He balances analytical expertise with a genuine curiosity for disruptive innovation. Outside of finance, he’s a practitioner of Sahaja Yoga and a globetrotter.

Mohd Akhtaar – Head of Accelerator & Partner at HASAN.VC (Singapore)

Akhtaar leads investment into halal startups across Asia. With over a decade in venture scaling, government tech, and product leadership, he brings a rare blend of strategic vision and grassroots execution. Winner of AUT’s global tech startup competition, Akhtaar is known for backing mission-driven founders in fintech, healthtech, and impact innovation.

Who Should Apply to Pitch?

We’re seeking bold, early-stage startups that are building products with global potential. If your venture is addressing real-world problems in:

• Artificial Intelligence
  
• SaaS / B2B software
  
• Consumer Tech / D2C / E-commerce
  

Then AsiaStartupExpo Q2 2025 is your launchpad.

Final Call – Startup Submission Deadline Extended!

Don’t miss your chance to pitch in front of seasoned VCs, get live feedback, and unlock global exposure.
[Apply Now to Pitch]