FutureX Ventures Fest 2026
Sunway Lagoon, Surf Beach - 12 May 2026
Making Waves In AI/Deep Tech
Sunset conversations, bold ideas, and beachside networking.
On 12 May 2026, Sunway iLabs' flagship event, FutureX Ventures Fest 2026, came to life for an evening of thought-provoking discussions, meaningful connections, and fresh perspectives on the opportunities shaping tomorrow's economy.
The event was officiated by YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital, Malaysia, who emphasized the importance of creating spaces where innovation, collaboration, and new ideas can thrive.
FutureX redefines traditional conference, curating an exclusive AI / deep tech beachside gathering of 200 selected leaders from startups, investors, government, and corporates to spark meaningful conversations shaping the future of AI / deep tech while strengthening Malaysia’s position as a regional innovation hub.
The discussions surfaced a range of perspectives on the opportunities and challenges shaping the next wave of innovation. Explore the session recaps:
AI in 2026: The Breakthroughs Nobody Predicted… and the Ones We Still Don’t See Coming
As AI lowers the cost of building software, how will startups, investors, and incumbents adapt? This fireside chat explored the rise of “disposable software” and the changing economics of innovation.
Featuring:
Michel Del Buono,
Operating Partner & Chief Investment Officer, Andreessen Horowitz (a16z Perennial)Thomas Jeng
Head of Startups (APAC), OpenAI
What if We Could Start Healthcare from Scratch in the AI Era?
What would healthcare look like if it were designed today with AI at its core? This panel explored the role of connected systems, data, trust, and accessibility in shaping the future of healthcare.
Featuring:
Teodor Stoev
Regional Director, Asia, Harrison.aiLau Shi Ying
Managing Partner, Adaptive Capital PartnersDr. Raymond Choy
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Heydoc HealthNur Syimah Izzah Abdullah Thani,
Head of Corporate Affairs, AstraZeneca Malaysia
Chaos Markets: Bigger Wins for VCs, or Faster Wipeouts?
As AI fuels both excitement and uncertainty, how should investors navigate a rapidly changing market? This fireside chat examined venture capital, market cycles, and identifying enduring opportunities amid the hype.
Featuring:
Tim Cruttenden
Chief Executive Officer, VenCapKaren Lau
Chief Operations Officer, Sunway iLabs
Building an AI Super-Ecosystem: Can Malaysia Become Southeast Asia’s Silicon Valley?
What does it take to build an AI super-ecosystem? This panel explored how Malaysia can strengthen its position in Southeast Asia’s AI landscape through industry adoption, ecosystem collaboration, and innovation at scale.
Mohd Azharuddin Mat Sah
Executive Director, Sunway GroupYichen (Chris) Mao
Executive Director, CICC CapitalKevin Shum Khai Yeap
Head, Digital SME Business Transformation & Merchant Acquiring,
Alliance Bank Malaysia BerhadIndranil Sarkar
Account Director (Startups), OpenAI
Selected News & Media Coverage
👉 Bernama: Landskap Digital Malaysia Terus Berkembang di Tengah-tengah Ketidaktentuan Global - Gobind
👉The Star: Malaysia’s digital landscape continues to advance amid global uncertainties\
👉Sin Chew Daily: 哥宾星：有能力塑造未来科技 马数字生态 前景看俏
👉The Edge: FutureX Ventures Fest insights on AI and the ecosystem
👉Bernama TV: Global uncertainties: Malaysia’s digital landscape continues to advance – Gobind