BANGKOK – Techsauce Global Summit 2024, Southeast Asia’s largest tech conference, kicked off at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center from August 7-9, 2024, under the theme ‘The World of Tomorrow With AI’. The event not only showcased the latest AI innovations but also declared Thailand’s ambition to become the region’s tech hub by building a robust Tech Ecosystem. This includes attracting foreign investment and talent (Inbound) and enhancing the competitiveness of Thai businesses abroad (Outbound), with full support from the government through the “Ignite Thailand 4.0” policy.
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Ameca, the Advanced Humanoid Robot, Excites the Global Stage
Techsauce Global Summit 2024 opened with a highlight: the appearance of Ameca, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot from Engineered Arts. Ameca can communicate and express emotions naturally, marking its first appearance at an international event in Southeast Asia. This reflects Thailand’s potential as a leader in technology.
A key topic of discussion was the transition from AI (Artificial Intelligence) to IA (Intelligence Augmentation), with world-renowned experts like Pattie Maes from MIT Media Lab and Benjanin Van Roy from Stanford University and Google DeepMind sharing insights on using AI to enhance human problem-solving capabilities.
Techsauce Global Summit 2024: More Than a Conference, a Platform for Opportunities
Ornuch Lertsuwankit, CEO and Co-Founder of Techsauce Media Co., Ltd., stated, “AI is not a magic bullet but a tool to enhance human work efficiency. Techsauce Global Summit 2024 is a platform that allows everyone to understand and learn about AI for maximum benefit.”
“We are excited to talk about and show everyone the mission of Techsauce Global Summit. As you know, we have done many things. Many of you may remember that we announced one of our missions for the next 10 years: to make Thailand a global technology hub. We started this project because we believe talented people have many opportunities.”
“There’s always a question in my life that I keep asking myself: How can we be valuable, meaningful, and not feel empty in this life? This doesn’t just mean work, but how we can help our country, society, and our ecosystem. The answer is this is part of Techsauce’s mission, and we still have a long way to go. We can’t do this alone, so we thank everyone in this room who has helped and trusted our brand since 2012, and we thank all our partners for their support. We thank everyone who believes in us, and we promise to continue driving the technology ecosystem.”
The event featured over 350 leading speakers from Thailand and abroad, sharing knowledge and experiences on 11 stages,covering 5 key themes:
- AI for Growth: Using AI to drive business growth
- AI for Good: Using AI to solve social and environmental problems
- AI-Human Symbiosis: Building collaboration between humans and AI
- AI in Culture: The influence of AI on culture and society
- AI Safety and Governance: AI governance and safety
There were also many other exciting activities, such as:
- Cutting-Edge Technology Exhibition: Featuring booths from over 200 leading tech companies showcasing the latest AI innovations and solutions
- Workshops and Special Activities: Hands-on learning experiences with AI technologies in various topics
- Networking Opportunities: Meeting and exchanging knowledge with experts and entrepreneurs in the tech industry
Thai Government Fully Supports AI Through Ignite Thailand 4.0 Policy
Mr. Prasert Chanthararuangthong, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, opened the event and emphasized the importance of AI under the “Ignite Thailand 4.0” policy. The government is ready to support AI development in all aspects, from infrastructure and human capital development to governance and building trust in AI.
“On behalf of the government, I am honored to welcome you all to Techsauce Global Summit 2024. I would like to thank the organizers, Techsauce Media, and all partners who made this event possible. This event is a great opportunity for everyone to exchange ideas, share visions, and learn more about technology and innovation under the theme ‘Ignite the Future with AI’.”
“As we enter a new era, the Prime Minister has emphasized the development of the country under the Thailand 4.0 vision to transform Thailand into the region’s digital economic hub. To achieve this national vision, when it comes to Thailand’s economy and society, our ministry is ready to provide support under the Engine Plus approach to build competitiveness.
We must develop and create opportunities from the country’s infrastructure by building Digital Investment Parks and international-standard digital industries to elevate our economy. Secondly, safety and security. We must build confidence in the security of our infrastructure to ensure system safety. And thirdly, human capital development. We need to enhance the digital skills of our people to create a sustainable digital ecosystem.”
“Today, I would like to emphasize the importance of Artificial Intelligence or AI under the Ignite Thailand 4.0 policy. We can see that AI has an impact on many sectors, such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, technology, and many more. I would like to thank everyone for their attention to the growth of AI in Thailand.
Under the approach of creating opportunities from AI and promoting innovation inclusively, we will build AI infrastructure to support investment in data centers and AI platforms. Secondly, we will develop and promote open AI datasets and an AI ecosystem to support AI solutions and data sharing in Thailand. Thirdly, we will develop and enhance the capabilities of AI personnel to apply AI in the business and government sectors. And fourthly, we will build trust in AI by establishing an AI governance center and developing an AI ethics framework.”
“Today’s opening ceremony is the beginning of opportunities and potential for economic development. The discussions and exchanges of ideas here will help inspire and promote Thailand’s AI potential in the region. I hope today’s event will be successful and lead to the development and utilization of AI that benefits the country, the digital industry, and the future world.”
Techsauce Global Summit: Paving the Way to the Global Stage, with Events in Indonesia and Vietnam
Techsauce Global Summit 2024 is not only a regional platform but also a significant step in building a strong international tech ecosystem. Techsauce is preparing to host Techsauce Global Summit in two other major ASEAN countries,Indonesia and Vietnam, in September and October, respectively.
Techsauce Global Summit 2024 is more than a conference; it is a platform for learning, networking, and being part of driving Thailand towards becoming the region’s technology hub and stepping onto the global stage, with full support from both the government and private sectors.
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