BEYOND Expo 2025 Opens in Macao, Showcasing Cutting-Edge Innovations
The 5th edition of the BEYOND Expo kicked off at The Venetian® Macao's Cotai Expo, bringing together over 800 pioneering Asian companies and technology leaders. The event focuses on the theme "Empowering Asia, Connecting the World," highlighting advancements in robotics, AI, mixed reality, and climate solutions.
With attendees from across Asia, the expo serves as a platform for discussing international cooperation, cross-cultural dialogue, and opportunities for economic and investment growth.
Pioneering Tech on Display
Exhibitors presented a wide array of cutting-edge technologies spanning various sectors including AI, HealthTech, Clean Energy, Robotics, Lifestyle Tech, SportsTech, and FinTech. Business owners, investors, and dignitaries gathered to witness the innovative solutions being developed in Asia.
The event aims to foster international collaboration, bridging Asia with the global market through innovative technology.
Keynote Addresses and Forums
The BEYOND Expo’s vision of "Empowering Asia, Bridging the World" came to life during the BGlobal Summit, which began with a keynote by H.E. Djauhari Oratmangun, the Indonesian Ambassador to China. He emphasized Indonesia's growing economic and investment opportunities.
Takeo Kawamura, the 76th Chief Cabinet Secretary of Japan, spoke on the importance of international cooperation and Japan’s evolving approach to globalization. Throughout the expo, panel discussions and forums focused on leveraging human-centered technology to address global challenges.
Panels and Discussions
Among the panels held were the Green Building Conference, Japan Tech Forum, Asia-Europe Tech Forum, International Industrial Design Forum, and the SheTech Summit.
These discussions aimed at exploring solutions to global issues, particularly those related to sustainability, technology, and business innovation.
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Co-founders Jason Ho and Dr. Lu Gang presented the BEYOND Best Choice awards to 25 companies. Since its launch in 2021, the awards have honored over 200 innovative leaders in a range of industries. The awards honor firms that excel not just for their tech advancements but also for business potential and societal impact.
Besides, the BEYOND Expo awards startups with Innovation Awards, which have the purpose of highlighting outstanding individuals or technical products. The BEYOND Impact Awards were similarly awarded to companies leading change in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The event also recognized Gen Z entrepreneurs with the "Gen Z Innovators: The New Force" award, and presented the BEYOND Medical Technology Excellence and BEYOND Healthy Living Products Innovation Awards, celebrating milestones in medical technology and health products.
