Nexus of Innovation: Bridging Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Taiwan’s AI Powerhouse
| Introduction |
Silicon Valley—home to countless unicorn startups and the global hub of innovation; Singapore—the capital hub of venture and investment in the Asia-Pacific; Taiwan—a world leader in AI supply chain technology. The connection among these three regions is set to unleash unprecedented collaborative potential and become a driving force behind the next wave of global innovation.
This event gathers investors and entrepreneurs from Taiwan and Singapore, aiming to foster in-depth discussions through impactful keynote sessions, live pitches by leading AI startups, and vibrant networking opportunities. Together, we will open a new chapter for the venture ecosystems across the Asia-Pacific, Silicon Valley, and Taiwan.
| Highlights |
Silicon Valley × Singapore × Taiwan Venture Linkage
Gain insights into Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial and capital trends, understand Singapore's venture market dynamics, and connect with Taiwan's AI technological strengths.Spotlight on Taiwan’s AI Industry Chain
From semiconductor chips, AI models, smart robotics to cloud AI solutions—deep dive into Taiwan’s crucial position in the global supply chain.Pitch Session Featuring AI Startups
Showcasing five of the most promising AI startups, presenting innovations spanning healthcare to agri-tech, facilitating cross-border collaboration and investment opportunities.High-Level Networking Platform
Bringing together investors, entrepreneurs, and C-level executives from Singapore and internationally, expanding collaboration potential.
| Theme Introduction |
In today’s rapidly accelerating flow of technology, capital, and talent, Silicon Valley stands as the powerhouse of global innovation, nurturing countless unicorn startups and continually attracting international venture focus. Singapore, leveraging its robust policy environment, capital concentration, and strategic location, remains the financial and venture hub of the Asia-Pacific. Meanwhile, Taiwan, with its stronghold in AI supply chain technology, has become an indispensable pillar within the global AI industry chain. The close synergy among these three regions is poised to become the new driving force for global innovation.
Taiwan’s comprehensive AI industry layout spans semiconductor wafer foundry, high-performance AI chips, server hardware, system integration, smart robotics, and AIoT devices, establishing an end-to-end AI solution supply capability from foundational hardware to application layers. Especially amidst the surge in demand for generative AI, edge computing, and smart manufacturing, Taiwan’s supply chain covers key areas including 2nm advanced chip fabrication, liquid-cooled data centers, AI machine vision, and critical robot components, providing solid and reliable technological support to global startups, investors, and enterprises.
On the other hand, Silicon Valley’s capital markets maintain strong enthusiasm for AI hardware and software startups, while Singapore’s mature regulatory framework and financial platform open new windows of opportunity for Taiwan’s AI industry chain to expand internationally and accelerate cross-border collaborations.
With the establishment of the SIC Singapore Chapter, we are committed to building a “Silicon Valley Capital – Singapore Investment – Taiwan Technology” Golden Venture Chain, efficiently connecting Taiwan’s technological strengths with Silicon Valley’s venture capital momentum and Singapore’s financial resources. Moving forward, we will focus on promoting cross-border collaboration and market expansion in diverse sectors including smart manufacturing, healthcare AI, fintech, and agri-tech, co-creating an international innovation ecosystem integrating technology, capital, and markets, and ushering in a new era of global innovation growth from 2025 to 2028.
| Agenda |
18:00-18:30｜Registration & Refreshments
18:30-19:00｜Opening Remarks
Key remarks by distinguished guests to open the event and highlight the importance of connecting Silicon Valley, Singapore, and Taiwan.
19:00-19:15｜Keynote: A New Chapter in Silicon Valley’s Entrepreneurial & Venture Ecosystem
Bonhope Capital, a hybrid fund combining US venture investment with stable returns, focusing on institutional LPs, private credit, and pre-IPO secondary market transactions. With an outstanding deal flow and precise strategy, Bonhope Capital’s partner－Tina Cheng will share insights on the latest entrepreneurial trends and capital movements in Silicon Valley, analyzing the critical roles of Singapore and Taiwan in this investment chain.
19:15-19:30｜Keynote: Taiwan AI Industry Chain - Latest Developments
Taiwan boasts a comprehensive end-to-end AI solution supply capability—from semiconductor wafer foundry, AI server hardware, system integration, to smart robotics and AIoT devices—serving as a vital technical backbone for the global innovation ecosystem. In this session, Edgar Chiu, Co-founder & Managing Partner of SparkLabs Taiwan, will provide an in-depth analysis of Taiwan’s AI industry chain advantages and latest developments, highlighting Taiwan’s pivotal role in the global supply chain and its future potential.
19:30-19:45｜Introduction: SIC Singapore Chapter
The establishment of SIC Singapore Chapter aims to formally bridge Taiwan’s robust technology, Singapore’s capital platform, and Silicon Valley’s venture network, promoting global market expansion in sectors like smart manufacturing, fintech, healthcare AI, and agri-tech. Sustainable Impact Capital (SIC) Co-founder Amos Huang will present the chapter’s positioning, objectives, community activities, and investment resources, inviting investors and entrepreneurs in Singapore to co-create a cross-border venture network.
19:45-20:00｜Networking Session
An open networking session to spark cross-border collaborations between Singapore, Taiwan, and Silicon Valley participants.
20:00-20:30｜Pitch: Five Promising AI Startups
Showcasing high-potential AI startups:
Bamboo Technology: Taiwan’s leading mental health AI startup, specializing in AI big data and voice emotion recognition. Their flagship product, HereHear App, is a 3D virtual therapist verified by medical institutions, with over 10,000 registered users, partnering with hospitals, government agencies, and listed corporations.
CancerFree BioTech: Their Ex Vivo Avatar (E.V.A.) platform uses just 20cc of a patient’s blood to create a tumor model for testing various anti-cancer drugs, enhancing treatment precision and reducing risks. This innovative approach has been applied to over 100 types of solid tumors, achieving an average clinical response rate of 76.9%.
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20:30-21:00｜Networking Session
An open networking session to spark cross-border collaborations between Singapore, Taiwan, and Silicon Valley participants.
| Speaker Introduction
John Lee－CEO, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Infracrowd Capital
John Lee is the CEO, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Infracrowd, which is a licensed fund management company in Singapore. He has more than 24 years in infrastructure and capital projects. John draws his experience and deep network from having worked in PricewaterhouseCoopers since 1997 across multiple geographies including Asia, Europe and the United States. John worked in London, New York/Washington DC & Kuala Lumpur for more than 10 years before he started the Infrastructure & Projects Advisory practice in Singapore as a Centre of Excellence for South-East Asia & China.
As one of the Deals Advisory lead partners, John worked with many private sector and public sector clients including investment institutions and strategics in M&A, corporate & project finance activities. John was also the Co-Lead Partner for Valuations & advisory business in PwC Singapore.
Tina Cheng – Partner, Bonhope Capita
Tina Cheng is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in startups and finance. She currently serves as Partner at Bonhope Capital, a private equity fund specializing in venture capital secondaries and private credit. A 6-time serial entrepreneur and startup executive, Tina has successfully launched and scaled multiple startups across the US and Asia-Pacific, including a notable $65M exit to a Nasdaq-listed company.
Prior to Bonhope, Tina held leadership roles in the finance sector, managing over $500M in assets and serving as a Registered Principal at a boutique investment bank. She is a CFA charterholder, holding a BS in Civil Engineering from UCLA and an MBA in Entrepreneurship & Finance from USC Marshall School of Business. Tina is also an active startup mentor, speaker, and lecturer, passionate about supporting founders across Taiwan, Silicon Valley, and Los Angeles.
Edgar Chiu – Co-founder & Managing Partner, SparkLabs Taiwan
Edgar Chiu is the Co-founder and Managing Partner of SparkLabs Taiwan, where he is dedicated to helping Taiwan's early-stage startups scale internationally through venture capital investments and accelerator programs. Leveraging his rich entrepreneurial background, Edgar actively connects local and global resources to provide early-stage funding and comprehensive mentorship. Under his leadership, SparkLabs Taiwan has invested in and nurtured over 80 Taiwanese startups—including notable companies like FunNow, Just Kitchen, and AmazingTalker—contributing to more than USD 400 million in follow-on investments. SparkLabs Taiwan’s annual Demo Day has become the largest and most influential startup showcase event in Taiwan.
Previously, Edgar served as COO of Gogolook, driving international expansion for the Whoscall App and playing a key role in facilitating its acquisition by Naver Group in 2013. He also held positions at IBM Global Business Services as a strategic management consultant, and at HP’s Global Supply Chain Division managing international procurement. In 2014, Edgar founded Jumpstart Global Talent Accelerator, which has cultivated over 300 young entrepreneurial leaders to date. His expertise spans international market expansion for startups, digital transformation, corporate innovation, and early-stage venture investments.
Amos Huang – Co-founder & Managing Partner, Sustainable Impact Capital
Amos Huang is the Co-founder and Managing Partner of Sustainable Impact Capital (SIC), an impact investment community focused on supporting early-stage startups in Taiwan and abroad. Under his leadership, SIC targets five key sectors—Healthcare, AIoT, AgriTech, Circular Economy, and Financial Inclusion—investing in startups addressing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Since 2022, SIC has invested in over 22 startups, deploying USD 4.3 million and attracting an additional USD 15 million in co-investments.
Prior to SIC, Amos was Co-founder & CEO of PezzaLoan, providing innovative financing solutions to over 100 SMEs and facilitating NT$450 million in funding to support their growth and international expansion.He was also Founder & CEO of Viscovery, an AI video search startup backed by Alibaba and SoftBank China. Under his leadership, the company expanded across Asia and the U.S., partnering with major tech firms like Tencent and iQIYI to deliver smart retail solutions and pioneer unmanned store technologies. Amos is recognized as a successful serial entrepreneur and a key figure in advancing impact investing.
| Event Information |
Date: April 15, 2025 (Tuesday) 18:00–21:00
Venue: SMU Connexion Level 5 Event Square | 40 Stamford Road, Singapore 178908
| Notes |
The forum will be conducted entirely in English.
Registration is subject to approval. Please complete and submit the registration form; the organizers will review and respond as soon as possible. Priority will be given to investment institutions, industry accelerators, angel investors, and individuals interested in impact investing.
The organizers reserve the right to make final adjustments to the event.
📍Co-organizers: SIC Sustainable Impact Capital, Singapore Management University