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Co-founder and CTO of Shiyin Tech
Associate professor and doctoral advisor at Zhejiang University, He Yong is also vice-president of Zhejiang Province's Key Laboratory of 3D Printing Process and Equipment, where he has been in charge of multiple 3D printing projects, owning over 50 patents. In 2001, he received a bachelor's in Engineering Mechanics from China University of Mining and Technology. Six years later he received a PhD in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation from Zhejiang University. The following year, he joined Zhejiang University as a postdoctoral researcher. In 2015, he co-founded Shiyin Tech and has since served as its CTO.
Associate professor and doctoral advisor at Zhejiang University, He Yong is also vice-president of Zhejiang Province's Key Laboratory of 3D Printing Process and Equipment, where he has been in charge of multiple 3D printing projects, owning over 50 patents. In 2001, he received a bachelor's in Engineering Mechanics from China University of Mining and Technology. Six years later he received a PhD in Mechanical Manufacturing and Automation from Zhejiang University. The following year, he joined Zhejiang University as a postdoctoral researcher. In 2015, he co-founded Shiyin Tech and has since served as its CTO.
Co-founder, CTO of UTW (Unmanned Technical Works)
Jesus Cano is currently working as a senior engineer at Spanish aerospace manufacturer ITD, with over 20 years of experience in project management, electrical engineering and other roles including the design of Airbus 380 and other aircraft in the UK. Besides the ITD projects with BAE systems, he was also based in France for over three years as a senior design engineer in Toulouse. The aeronautical engineer from Madrid's Polytechnic University became the co-founder and CTO of Unmanned Technical Works (UTW) in 2015. He is also co-founder and deputy CTO of Aventix that provides specialized UTW-related engineering services.
Jesus Cano is currently working as a senior engineer at Spanish aerospace manufacturer ITD, with over 20 years of experience in project management, electrical engineering and other roles including the design of Airbus 380 and other aircraft in the UK. Besides the ITD projects with BAE systems, he was also based in France for over three years as a senior design engineer in Toulouse. The aeronautical engineer from Madrid's Polytechnic University became the co-founder and CTO of Unmanned Technical Works (UTW) in 2015. He is also co-founder and deputy CTO of Aventix that provides specialized UTW-related engineering services.
General Manager and Co-founder of DGene
An expert in the field of VR and 3D imaging and display, Hong Xu was in charge of the glass-free 3D project when he worked as R&D director at Chongqing Dromax Photoelectronic Co Ltd in 2013.In 2016, he co-founded DGene to design and build a complete dynamic and static light-field acquisition system, currently the only one of its kind in the world. The system has been applied by Alibaba Group in its God of Creation project that allows consumers to view 3D visuals while browsing through physical shops online from home.
An expert in the field of VR and 3D imaging and display, Hong Xu was in charge of the glass-free 3D project when he worked as R&D director at Chongqing Dromax Photoelectronic Co Ltd in 2013.In 2016, he co-founded DGene to design and build a complete dynamic and static light-field acquisition system, currently the only one of its kind in the world. The system has been applied by Alibaba Group in its God of Creation project that allows consumers to view 3D visuals while browsing through physical shops online from home.
Co-founder, COO of SingularCover
Hoffman is the COO and co-founder of Spanish AI-enhanced insurtech SingularCover, where he has worked since 2018. He previously worked as COO for Spain-based gaming startup Playtomic and in Indonesia as the CEO and founder of e-commerce startup eTailwind, a partner of Lazada Group. Previously, he worked in Indonesia as the Vice-President of Strategy at Alibaba Group and in management positions covering southern Europe for Berlin-based Zalando, Europe’s leading online fashion platform.Hoffman holds a master’s degree from Madrid’s Carlos III University in International Business Management, with exchange program participation in Switzerland and Brazil.
Hoffman is the COO and co-founder of Spanish AI-enhanced insurtech SingularCover, where he has worked since 2018. He previously worked as COO for Spain-based gaming startup Playtomic and in Indonesia as the CEO and founder of e-commerce startup eTailwind, a partner of Lazada Group. Previously, he worked in Indonesia as the Vice-President of Strategy at Alibaba Group and in management positions covering southern Europe for Berlin-based Zalando, Europe’s leading online fashion platform.Hoffman holds a master’s degree from Madrid’s Carlos III University in International Business Management, with exchange program participation in Switzerland and Brazil.
CTO and co-founder of Zensei
Carlos Hernando is a Spanish computer engineer with significant experience as a CTO and as a leader of technology teams in startups.He’s also an active startup mentor through the Tetuan Valley Network. Currently, Hernando is CTO and co-founder of Zensei, a virtual clinic app aimed at preventing and assisting users in their management of respiratory problems.Prior to Zensei, Hernando held CTO roles in startups in the health and travel sectors, such as Doctor24 and Smartvel, noted for his contribution as technical leader, for his customer-centric approach and for the scalability of the technology he develops
Carlos Hernando is a Spanish computer engineer with significant experience as a CTO and as a leader of technology teams in startups.He’s also an active startup mentor through the Tetuan Valley Network. Currently, Hernando is CTO and co-founder of Zensei, a virtual clinic app aimed at preventing and assisting users in their management of respiratory problems.Prior to Zensei, Hernando held CTO roles in startups in the health and travel sectors, such as Doctor24 and Smartvel, noted for his contribution as technical leader, for his customer-centric approach and for the scalability of the technology he develops
Co-founder and CFO of Gojek
Featured in Forbes’ 30 under 30 Asia 2016 at age 29, Kevin Aluwi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Corporate Finance, Entrepreneurship and International Relations from the University of Southern California. Before joining Gojek in 2014, Kevin worked at Salem Partners, Merah Putih and Zalora. Kevin also co-founded Setipe.com, an Indonesia-based online dating site. He was born in September 1986.After co-founder Nadiem Makarim left Gojek in 2019, Aluwi became Gojek’s co-CEO with fellow executive Andre Soelistyo. With the merger of Gojek and Tokopedia to form GoTo in 2021, Aluwi remained as Gojek CEO while Soelistyo became CEO of GoTo.
Featured in Forbes’ 30 under 30 Asia 2016 at age 29, Kevin Aluwi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Corporate Finance, Entrepreneurship and International Relations from the University of Southern California. Before joining Gojek in 2014, Kevin worked at Salem Partners, Merah Putih and Zalora. Kevin also co-founded Setipe.com, an Indonesia-based online dating site. He was born in September 1986.After co-founder Nadiem Makarim left Gojek in 2019, Aluwi became Gojek’s co-CEO with fellow executive Andre Soelistyo. With the merger of Gojek and Tokopedia to form GoTo in 2021, Aluwi remained as Gojek CEO while Soelistyo became CEO of GoTo.
Co-founder, CTO of RatedPower
Juan Romero González is the Spanish co-founder and CTO of RatedPower, which produces software to automate the design of solar power plants. He has worked there since 2017. Romero led the software development of pvDesign, the company’s first product.Prior to this, he worked at Spanish renewable energy company Solida for six years, including four as a project engineer. Romero holds two master’s degrees: one in Data Science from Madrid’s King Juan Carlos University and the other in Project Management from Espen Business School, also in Madrid. Previously, he studied Industrial Engineering at Carlos III University of Madrid.
Juan Romero González is the Spanish co-founder and CTO of RatedPower, which produces software to automate the design of solar power plants. He has worked there since 2017. Romero led the software development of pvDesign, the company’s first product.Prior to this, he worked at Spanish renewable energy company Solida for six years, including four as a project engineer. Romero holds two master’s degrees: one in Data Science from Madrid’s King Juan Carlos University and the other in Project Management from Espen Business School, also in Madrid. Previously, he studied Industrial Engineering at Carlos III University of Madrid.
Co-founder of Qingnian Caijun (Mr Food)
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Huang Chiwei, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Huang Chiwei, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
Co-founder of Qingnian Caijun (Mr Food)
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Ren Mu, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Ren Mu, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
Co-founder of Qingnian Caijun (Mr Food)
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Chen Wen, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
A graduate of Renmin University, School of Sociology and Population Studies, Chen Wen, with his friends, quit his well-paying “real job” to start Mr Food. A first-generation “migrant” in Beijing from the province.
Co-founder and CEO of Findster
David Barroso (b. 1989) graduated from the University of Aveiro with a master’s in Electronics Engineering and Telecommunications. He is co-founder and CEO of Findster Technologies, the startup behind pet-tracking device Findster Duo.
David Barroso (b. 1989) graduated from the University of Aveiro with a master’s in Electronics Engineering and Telecommunications. He is co-founder and CEO of Findster Technologies, the startup behind pet-tracking device Findster Duo.
Co-founder and CEO of Jike Xueyuan (Geek College)
Co-author of China’s first Android development textbook, Jin Yan is also co-founder and CEO of Eoe, China’s largest Android development forum/online community. The Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications graduate penned Android Development Introduction & Practice, although when at college, the only subject he failed was computing, which he blamed on the outdated teaching materials and teaching methods. Jin was an IT autodidact, learning mainly from the Internet.
Co-author of China’s first Android development textbook, Jin Yan is also co-founder and CEO of Eoe, China’s largest Android development forum/online community. The Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications graduate penned Android Development Introduction & Practice, although when at college, the only subject he failed was computing, which he blamed on the outdated teaching materials and teaching methods. Jin was an IT autodidact, learning mainly from the Internet.
Co-founder and CMO of Brilio
Danny Purnomo is a veteran in content production and digital media. He worked at KapanLagi Network (KLN) for one year, before leaving to become the operational general manager of mobile content firm Monstermob Indonesia. After four years at Monstermob and various director roles at other mobile content firms, he rejoined KLN as VP of Sales in 2013. Two years later, he co-founded PT Brilio Ventura Indonesia as an offshoot of KLN.
Danny Purnomo is a veteran in content production and digital media. He worked at KapanLagi Network (KLN) for one year, before leaving to become the operational general manager of mobile content firm Monstermob Indonesia. After four years at Monstermob and various director roles at other mobile content firms, he rejoined KLN as VP of Sales in 2013. Two years later, he co-founded PT Brilio Ventura Indonesia as an offshoot of KLN.
Co-founder and CFO of Pundi X
Serial entrepreneur Huang Pu (Pitt) is based in China and exited his first Groupon inspired startup at the age of 25. In 2010, the Xi An Polytechnic University engineer became the CEO of mobile social and gaming app publisher Dingzai Co Ltd. In December 2016, he co-founded e-payments app Pundi-Pundi. Pitt is based in Shenzhen as CTO and COO of Pundi X, incorporated as Wokoworks Private Limited in China.
Serial entrepreneur Huang Pu (Pitt) is based in China and exited his first Groupon inspired startup at the age of 25. In 2010, the Xi An Polytechnic University engineer became the CEO of mobile social and gaming app publisher Dingzai Co Ltd. In December 2016, he co-founded e-payments app Pundi-Pundi. Pitt is based in Shenzhen as CTO and COO of Pundi X, incorporated as Wokoworks Private Limited in China.
Co-founder and Chairman of KoinWorks
Willy Arifin graduated in Computer Science at the University of Michigan, USA in 2003. He decided to join fellow University alumnus Benedicto Haryono to set up KoinWorks and became the executive chairman of the P2P lending fintech in October 2015. Willy’s family businesses are involved in the oil and gas shipping sectors. He has been a director of PT Bumi Perkasa Bahtera and PT Bahtera Pacific Line since 2003.
Willy Arifin graduated in Computer Science at the University of Michigan, USA in 2003. He decided to join fellow University alumnus Benedicto Haryono to set up KoinWorks and became the executive chairman of the P2P lending fintech in October 2015. Willy’s family businesses are involved in the oil and gas shipping sectors. He has been a director of PT Bumi Perkasa Bahtera and PT Bahtera Pacific Line since 2003.
Cecilia Tham: the power of shifting paradigms
The embodiment of unconventional thinking and creativity, this female entrepreneur from Hong Kong has been pioneering social transformation within Barcelona's startup ecosystem since 2011
Supercharging and battery swap in race to cut EV charging times in China
Supercharging can slash EV charging times but has technological challenges. Hence battery swapping is on the rise in China, with state support
Evix Safety's helmet with an airbag is a world-first for cycling safety
Evix Safety is launching a “smart” cycling helmet fitted with an airbag to prevent thousands of neck injuries from accidents
Chinese EV startups feel the heat as Tesla slashes prices, market subsidies ending
Tesla's recent price cuts and upcoming Shanghai plant for producing cheaper cars are increasing pressure on its Chinese rivals
Subsidy cut has dented sales, but China's EV manufacturers need better products to win over buyers
Eliminating subsidies is a painful must for the sustainability of China’s electric vehicle industry
SWITCH Singapore: Xpeng expects strong China EV growth after 3Q rebound, launches overseas expansion
Welcoming foreign player entry as potential boost to EV adoption, Xpeng President Brian Gu also notes attractiveness of overseas markets, especially Europe
China’s medical exoskeleton startups take on a promising but challenging market
It was not until 2018 that the first China-made lower limb exoskeleton got regulatory clearance at home, around the same time the first Chinese rehabilitation robot got US FDA approval
Xu Jinghong: Champion of young entrepreneurs and high-tech startups
Under Xu Jinghong’s leadership, Tsinghua Holdings grew its assets sevenfold and incubated over 10,000 businesses. In his new role as VC investor, Xu wants to nurture startups into future global leaders
AEInnova: Energy harvester to generate €10 million revenue, plans Series A
A whopping 70% of our energy generated gets lost as waste heat. A Spanish startup has developed innovative solutions to collect the waste heat that industry literally throws away and convert it into electricity
Mass production and delivery delays – common challenges facing China EV startups
As Tesla postponed delivery yet again, its Chinese rivals are scrambling too
Chinese startups join the race to address chip shortage amid funding boom
Would an overheated semiconductor startup scene and the ability to design cutting-edge chips be enough to help China achieve chip self-sufficiency?
This EV maker caters to young consumers by making driving easier and more fun
Amongst all the players in China’s EV market, Xpeng Motors still stands out
China bets on road-vehicle coordination for the mass adoption of autonomous driving cars by 2025
Money pours in as China pushes sector to be the next growth engine, and both self-driving startups and their investors are optimistic about their commercialization attempts
Will China ride into a car-sharing future?
Chinese car-sharing startups face reckoning as more than 500 players crowd into a fast-growing, but young, market
Game Prime 2019 – Let the games commence!
This month, Jakarta's annual game exhibition to showcase more than 50 developers, promoting the industry’s potential locally and abroad
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