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| VIP guests are invited to place their hands on the logos to trigger the launch mechanism for ConnecTechAsia. |
ConnecTechAsia, comprising BroadcastAsia, CommunicAsia and NXTAsia has opened in Singapore. Held from 18-20 June 2019, the event showcases technologies and trends that are shaping Asia’s digital future.
Harriet Green, CEO and Chairman, IBM Asia Pacific, kicked off the event with a keynote on the shift from digital experimentation to large scale adoption of new technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), Blockchain and the Internet of Things (IoT). She spoke about how technology impacts the reinvention of business ecosystems and is reshaping business architectures of entire industries.
Day Two’s opening keynote by Jacob Hook, Managing Partner, Asia-Pacific, Oliver Wyman, will share how policymakers, educators, and industry leaders across global cities are leveraging disruptive technologies to shape smarter cities while enhancing the quality of life for citizens.
Highlights at the show include:
The 5G Xperience zone at CommunicAsia in Marina Bay Sands presented by KT Corporation (KT), South Korea’s largest telecommunications company. KT, formerly known as Korea Telecom, launched the world's first nationwide commercial 5G wireless network in South Korea in April. The company’s showcase includes an AI hotel zone demonstrating an AI-assisted hotel room, controlled by KT’s AI service platform – GiGA Genie – and a 5G-powered AI robot cafe b;eat2E, with a smart robot barista that autonomously provides 47 tailored drinks.
In addition, KT’s SKYSHIP Zone demonstrates how 5G can enable drones and robots to carry out search and rescue operations, enhancing disaster relief efforts. KT’s 5G journey can be experienced in augmented reality (AR).
“The world’s first pioneer to bring 5G to reality, South Korea’s KT is focusing on developing innovative 5G technologies and services, such as AI, AR, SKYSHIP and satellite communications, showcased here at ConnecTechAsia," says Yoon Jong-Jin, Senior Executive VP of Public Relations at KT Corporation.
“In the new 5G era, KT will transform from the largest national network operator into the world’s leading global intelligence platform by collaborating with innovative partners around the globe."
At NXTAsia, robots and assistants dominate. OTSAW is launching its O-R2 indoor autonomous security robot that integrates self-driving, AI, data-gathering and analysis capabilities, face recognition and live 360-degree streaming, to boost the capability of security teams.
Israel’s TechSee is showcasing Eve, its smart app-based assistant that helps users troubleshoot tech issues, installation and all things gadgets. Solustar’s VAL II Concierge and Surveillance robot, providing front-line service and guiding visitors in three languages, printing badges and collaborating with fellow robots.
Siemens’ industrial 5G showcase at NXTAsia demonstrates how next-generation wireless communications could enable a new era of manufacturing. A device similar to the strength tester seen at carnivals shows how hitting a pressure sensor generates data that is transmitted through 5G into MindSphere – a cloud-based, open IoT operating system.
“Industrial 5G opens the door to the comprehensive, wireless networking of production, maintenance, and logistics. High data rates, reliable and powerful broadband transmission, and ultra-short latencies will enable a significant boost in efficiency and flexibility in industrial value creation,” says Klaus Helmrich, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG.
“That’s why Siemens is embracing this new communication standard right from the start, and is supporting its standardisation and industrial implementation by developing a corresponding portfolio,” he adds.
Organising a series of workshops for enterprises at ConnecTechAsia, Alibaba Cloud experts will be sharing insights on AI, big data, and how data intelligence is powering solutions from smart cities to new retail and beyond.
"At Alibaba Cloud, we have made it our mission to help enterprises capitalise on digital transformation in Asia Pacific. As the largest public cloud provider in the region and our role as the data intelligence backbone of all business units in the Alibaba ecosystem from e-commerce to payments, logistics and supply chain management means we have the proven expertise and experience to help businesses grow,” says Derek Wang, GM, Singapore, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence.
At BroadcastAsia in Suntec Singapore, visitors can experience how the production, broadcasting and consumption of video content is being revolutionised through digital technologies.
"Thanks to TV digitisation, networking everywhere has totally transformed the TV industry including tying in social media with video on demand. 5G will only further accelerate this especially with 4K. Just like with the Internet, video will be the stimulus towards the establishment of 5G, yet there will be a larger future impact due to healthcare, gaming, automotive, AI, public transport, utilities and IoT devices,” says Stan Moote, CTO, IABM, who is presenting a session on day two (June 19) on the reality of 5G in broadcasting.
The Avid suite and VSolutions booth hosts Matt Holmes, supervising VFX editor at Weta Digital, who will share his 28-year experience working on the visual effects of more than 40 feature films and episodes including Avengers Endgame, Game of Thrones, King Kong, The Hobbit Trilogy, and more recently Gemini Man and the Avatar sequels.
“As we continue to witness the convergence of technologies that are blurring the lines between the technology, media and telecommunication sectors, ConnecTechAsia is committed to its vision of empowering businesses and helping them navigate the changes that are unfolding over the digital economy,” says Ian Roberts, Regional Executive Director - ASEAN Business, Informa Markets.
“ConnecTechAsia continues to be the regional telecom, media and technology event to look out for. I look forward to engaging with industry thought leaders and companies to exchange views on emerging technological trends and how we can collectively seize new opportunities in the digital economy,” says Tan Kiat How, Chief Executive, Infocomm Media Development Authority.Tan delivered an opening address at the launch ceremony.
ConnecTechAsia saw its debut last year as an event comprising three pillars of BroadcastAsia, CommunicAsia and NXTAsia. Key brands at ConnecTechAsia include Alibaba Cloud, Amazon, Ericsson, Google, Huawei, IBM, Microsoft, NTT DOCOMO, Red Hat, Singtel, Verizon, VMware and others.
Besides 1,700 exhibitors, over 200 summit thought leaders, and an estimated 40,000 turnout including government officials and professionals from tech and non-tech industries, ConnecTechAsia2019 also offers more than 30 activities and networking opportunities to facilitate more interactions between two venues.
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