GITEX ASIA 2026 officially launched in Singapore on April 9–10, 2026, at the Marina Bay Sands Convention and Exhibition Centre. The exhibition, considered the first Asian edition of the global GITEX exhibition series, brought together leading experts in technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, startups, and investors from around the world.
Exhibition Scope and Participants
The exhibition gathered more than 80 technology experts, 80 global companies and startups, and 80 international investors and venture capital funds, with participation from 80 countries. The event also featured more than 80 global speakers across 80 hours of content distributed over multiple stages.
Among the most prominent participants were:
- David Koh, Commissioner of Cybersecurity in Singapore
- Dian Siswarini, President Director of Telkom Indonesia
- Álvaro Garrido, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer at Standard Chartered Bank
- Colonel Clarence Cai, Commander of the Cyber Defence Group at Singapore’s Ministry of Defence
- Kotaro Tamura, former Japanese Vice Minister for Economic and Fiscal Policy
- INTERPOL, represented by Ashley Lam
- Cyber Security Agency of Singapore
The exhibition also witnessed strong participation from innovation and investment leaders across Asia, including:
- QAI Ventures, which launched Asia’s first quantum and AI accelerator
- Saviynt for digital identity security
- Vertex Holdings, managing a $6 billion investment portfolio in artificial intelligence and fintech
- China’s Deep Robotics, a leader in autonomous robotics
- FTI from Thailand, supporting the transition toward Industry 5.0
iFLYTEK: One of the Leading Exhibitors at the Exhibition
Chinese company iFLYTEK, a global leader in artificial intelligence and intelligent speech technologies, participated in the exhibition under the slogan “AI CONNECTING IDEAS.” The company showcased its integrated AI ecosystem, which includes:
- All-In-One AI solutions for private and customizable AI infrastructure tailored for governments and enterprises, operating through local offline deployment to meet regulatory compliance and security requirements
- The Agent Platform, enabling institutions to transform existing workflows into AI-powered applications using no-code tools, while supporting multimodal interaction
- GuideX, a virtual human assistant providing smart services in airports, hotels, restaurants, and exhibitions
Major iFLYTEK Products Presented at the Exhibition
AINOTE 2 – an AI-powered e-ink tablet that received a Guinness World Records certification as the world’s thinnest electronic tablet, measuring only 4.2 mm thick and weighing 295 grams. The device offers a paper-like writing experience, with features including instant transcription in 16 languages, real-time translation in 11 languages, speaker recognition, and conversion of handwritten notes into searchable text in 133 languages.
AI Glasses – AI-powered smart glasses for real-time face-to-face translation, weighing only 40 grams. They feature a multimodal noise reduction system incorporating lip movement recognition technology. The glasses are specifically designed for international professional environments and multi-participant conversations.
AI Interpret Mic – a professional conference translation microphone integrating high-accuracy speech recognition with real-time translation, while directly integrating with conference systems.
iFLYTEK also showcased a wide range of AI translation products, including the AI Watch, wireless translation earbuds, the smart translator device, the AI Interpreta simultaneous conference translation system, and the Bavvo application.
Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong EHub Zone
The EHub platform (Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub) participated for the first time at GITEX AI ASIA. EHub showcased three leading technology companies from the Qianhai region:
- Castor Construction Robotics Ltd. – fully automated robotic systems for steel reinforcement tying in smart construction projects, with commercial deployment across Hong Kong, China, and the Middle East
- Synovate Technologies – “machine hearing” technologies for quality monitoring and health diagnostics of complex mechanical equipment in the automotive, energy, and aerospace sectors
- i2Cool Ltd. – innovative electricity-free cooling materials based on nanotechnology systems capable of significantly reducing surface temperatures for applications in buildings and industrial facilities
Through this participation, EHub aims to connect Chinese companies with global markets, particularly Singapore and Southeast Asia, while collaborating with prestigious universities such as the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University.
Main Themes of the Exhibition
GITEX AI ASIA 2026 focused on several major themes:
- Cybersecurity and cyberspace governance, with participation from leaders of INTERPOL and cybersecurity agencies from Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Kenya
- Artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, including data centers and edge computing
- Quantum computing and its convergence with artificial intelligence, highlighted by QAI Ventures launching Asia’s first quantum accelerator
- Health technology and AI-powered healthcare
- Technology investment and startups, with participation from major investment funds across Asia
Cybersecurity Awards
For the first time, the exhibition hosted the Singapore Cybersecurity Awards ceremony, bringing together more than 1.6 million cybersecurity professionals to discuss developments in cyber threats and defense strategies.
Conclusion
GITEX AI ASIA 2026 represents a pivotal event in the Asian technology landscape, bringing together leading figures in artificial intelligence and digital innovation from around the world. By focusing on building trust and expanding innovation, the exhibition reinforced Singapore’s position as Asia’s innovation capital and provided a vital platform for startups, investors, and government entities to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of the digital economy in the region.
GITEX ASIA 2026 (general details, participants, launch of the QAI Ventures accelerator)
Source: Press release (PRNewswire) via Yonhap News Agency, April 11, 2026
https://en.yna.co.kr/view/RPR20260411000500353
https://gitexasia.com/founders-venture-summit/
iFLYTEK participation (AI CONNECTING IDEAS slogan, All-In-One AI solutions, Agent Platform)
Source: ZAWYA, April 21, 2026
iFLYTEK products (AINOTE 2, AI Glasses, AI Interpret Mic)
Source: GlobeNewswire, April 10, 2026 (in addition to exhibition-related sources)
