Tech Week Singapore 2025: Tech and AI converge with key sectors to power innovations across the region

• Tech Week Singapore returns this October with Guest of Honour, Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information
• Registration is now open for Asia's most transformative tech event, bringing together government officials and senior executives from Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Coca-Cola, AI Singapore and more
• DMEXCO Asia makes its Asia debut, bringing together leading decision makers in the region from the digital marketing and advertising world

SINGAPORE, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CloserStill Media, a global producer of market-leading events, has announced the return of Tech Week Singapore 2025, taking place at Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 8–9 October 2025. This year's edition, themed "Connected Futures, Boundless Impact", will welcome Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information, as the Guest of Honour (GOH).

Building on its reputation as Asia's most transformative tech event, Tech Week Singapore's 2024 edition recently clinched Best International Show – Asia-Pacific at the AEO Excellence Awards 2025 and Large Trade Show of the Year at the Singapore MICE Awards 2025. The 2025 event will continue to highlight groundbreaking innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation that are reshaping the future of Asia's business and society, connecting the region's government officials and industry decision makers to drive meaningful collaboration across industries.

With AI set to innovate and shape industries, Tech Week Singapore 2025 aims to spotlight the boundless potential of Asia's digital economy. This year's headliners include senior executives from AI Singapore, The World Bank Group, Google, OpenAI and more, as well as representatives from the governments of Japan and Canada.

In addition to the return of its flagship co-located shows, including Cloud & AI Infrastructure, DevOps Live, Cyber Security World, Data Centre World, Big Data & AI World and eCommerce Expo Asia, Tech Week Singapore 2025 marks the debut of DMEXCO Asia, bringing DMEXCO - Europe's leading digital marketing and tech event to Asia. Launched in partnership with Koelnmesse and BVDW, the co-branded eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia event cements Singapore's position as a dynamic hub for digital business and marketing innovation.

This year's edition will host over 600 regional and international speakers with special conference theatres to drive conversations between industry professionals. Senior IT leaders are expected to be present, providing attendees with high-impact networking opportunities.

Technology professionals and business leaders are encouraged to register and receive complimentary access to all six co-located shows, contributing to the insightful sessions and dialogues that will steer the future of Asia's digital future.

The Main Stage line-up includes:

• Michael Conley, CIO & Executive VP, Cleveland Cavaliers, who will speak on Sports Technology
• Sam Cannicott, Director, AI Opportunities, DSIT, UK Government, who will speak on the UK's government's AI Action Plan
• Amy Jean Doherty, CIO and VP Information and Technology Solutions, The World Bank Group, who will speak on Navigating the AI-Driven Transformation and Its Challenges
• Laurence Liew, AI Innovation Director, AI Singapore, who will speak on Leveraging AI and Ecosystem Synergy for Sustainable Growth
• Alvaro Garrido, COO, Technology and Operations & CIO, Information Security and Data Standard Chartered, who will participate in a fireside chat on Mastering Cyber Complexity in the Age of Emerging Tech
• Jean-Paul Lalonde, Chief Information and Data Officer, Impact Assessment Agency, Government of Canada, who will speak on Human-centred AI Adoption
• Chikako Masuda, Head of Intelligence Research of Digital Agency, Government of Japan; Head of Principal Researcher of Institute for Administrative Information Systems, who will speak on the Japanese Government's Organisational Transformation through Community Management and Collaboration
• Dr Ott Velsberg, Government Chief Data Officer, Estonia who will share how Estonia pioneered e-Government and built a trusted, citizen-centric digital society

SINGAPORE, Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CloserStill Media, a global producer of market-leading events, has announced the return of Tech Week Singapore 2025, taking place at Sands Expo & Convention Centre on 8–9 October 2025. This year's edition, themed "Connected Futures, Boundless Impact", will welcome Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information, as the Guest of Honour (GOH).

Building on its reputation as Asia's most transformative tech event, Tech Week Singapore's 2024 edition recently clinched Best International Show – Asia-Pacific at the AEO Excellence Awards 2025 and Large Trade Show of the Year at the Singapore MICE Awards 2025. The 2025 event will continue to highlight groundbreaking innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation that are reshaping the future of Asia's business and society, connecting the region's government officials and industry decision makers to drive meaningful collaboration across industries.

With AI set to innovate and shape industries, Tech Week Singapore 2025 aims to spotlight the boundless potential of Asia's digital economy. This year's headliners include senior executives from AI Singapore, The World Bank Group, Google, OpenAI and more, as well as representatives from the governments of Japan and Canada.

In addition to the return of its flagship co-located shows, including Cloud & AI Infrastructure, DevOps Live, Cyber Security World, Data Centre World, Big Data & AI World and eCommerce Expo Asia, Tech Week Singapore 2025 marks the debut of DMEXCO Asia, bringing DMEXCO - Europe's leading digital marketing and tech event to Asia. Launched in partnership with Koelnmesse and BVDW, the co-branded eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia event cements Singapore's position as a dynamic hub for digital business and marketing innovation.

This year's edition will host over 600 regional and international speakers with special conference theatres to drive conversations between industry professionals. Senior IT leaders are expected to be present, providing attendees with high-impact networking opportunities.

Technology professionals and business leaders are encouraged to register and receive complimentary access to all six co-located shows, contributing to the insightful sessions and dialogues that will steer the future of Asia's digital future.

The Main Stage line-up includes:

In addition to the Tech Week Singapore main stage, each of the six co-located shows will also feature its own keynotes and theatres. 

The Headline Speaker line-up across the six shows includes:

• Vikram Bahl, Principal Architect, AI Infra & HPC, Google Cloud, who will present a session titled on AI Infrastructure: Must-Do's You Can't Afford to Miss
• Varun Srivastava, Head of Cyber Security Operations APAC, UBS, who will speak on Creating Trustworthy and Resilient Cybersecurity Strategies in the Age of AI
• Dr. Lorraine Salazar, Senior Knowledge Expert, McKinsey & Company, who will speak on Data, Diversity, and Power: Women Shaping Infrastructure in Asia-Pacific
• Edmas Neo, VP, Group Transformation Office, Mandai Wildlife Group, who will speak on Driving Operational Excellence and Guest Experience through AI and Open Innovation
• Adam Au, General Counsel, Toys"R"Us Asia, who will speak on Securing Data in a Borderless World: Legal Strategies to Protect Your Business and Customers
• Julien Dahmoun, Head of Digital Marketing, StarHub, who will speak on Cross-Channel Synergy: Creating a Seamless Customer Journey

Attendees can participate in activities across all Tech Week Singapore 2025 shows, including workshops by Google Cloud at Big Data & AI World, lectures by ISACA and collecting CPD points at Cyber Security World. Participants can also look forward to Asia's leading data show– Data Centre World – the world's largest data centre event that returns bigger and better this year with a 75% increase in space and an expanded line-up of exhibitors. Key highlights from all the co-located events include:

Cloud & AI Infrastructure Asia

• Network with key industry leaders in cloud and AI infrastructure to explore emerging trends and shape the future of enterprise technology.
• Hear from key speakers in leading industries such as Google Cloud and Oracle

DevOps Live

• Learn more about the dynamic DevOps landscape from DevOps & Cloud-native innovators, specialists and decision makers.
• Gain insights from DevOps leaders at Microsoft, Morgan Stanley and AIA Singapore at the DevOps & Platform Engineering Theatre.

Cyber Security World Asia

• Join industry leaders as they discuss emerging cybersecurity trends, strategic digital protection and the technologies shaping the future of Asia Pacific.
• Hear about cybersecurity and AI from organisations such as Visa Worldwide, Shopee and Changi Airport Group

Data Centre World Asia

• Engage with the full data centre ecosystem at Data Centre World Asia, where four dynamic theatres will spotlight the industry's most critical developments, bringing together thought leaders, innovators and decision-makers from across Asia.
• The Live Data Centre will also feature guided tours and expert demonstrations, giving attendees a rare look into real-time operations and the latest infrastructure innovations.

Big Data & AI World Asia

• Real-world case studies from industry experts will shed light on practical applications, challenges and successes in leveraging AI technologies to drive business impact.
• Learn from key speakers representing diverse sectors, including UOB, Mandai Wildlife Group and GovTech Singapore.

eCommerce Expo Asia

• DMEXCO Asia will gather the most influential voices that are driving digital marketing and marketing innovation across APAC.
• Explore the latest strategies in e-commerce, with insights from leading online retailers and solution providers evolving digital trade in Asia.
• Hear from key speakers from organisations such as Toys"R"Us Asia and Starhub

CloserStill Media's Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Andy Kiwanuka, said: "Tech Week Singapore continues to serve as a platform to catalyse collaboration across industries, bringing together technology, business, and public sector leaders to accelerate digital growth. With an expanded lineup of industry stakeholders coming on board, we have expanded the conversation to include AI and technology's role in sectors such as digital marketing and eCommerce, creating even more opportunities for connection and impact."

Registration is now open. For all technology professionals, secure your complimentary pass at:  https://bit.ly/Registration_MediaAlert

PR Newswire is the official news distribution partner of the Tech Week Singapore 2025.

About CloserStill Media

CloserStill Media specialises in producing high-value, content-driven events that foster professional communities across Business Technologies, Healthcare, and Future Transport and Infrastructure sectors. CloserStill Media's portfolio includes the acclaimed Tech Week Singapore, featuring popular events such as Cloud & AI Infrastructure and Data Centre World Asia.

Headquartered in London with 10 global offices, CloserStill Media operates with a robust team of 800 professionals across Singapore, the U.K., USA, Germany, and Spain. The company is recognised for its industry leadership, having won more exhibition awards than any other including accolades such as Best Exhibition, Best Event Launch, and Best Brand Expansion. For more information, visit www.closerstillmedia.com.

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Tech Week Singapore 2025: Tech and AI converge with key sectors to power innovations across the region

ST. PAUL, Minn., Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- iotaMotion, Inc., creator of iotaSOFT^®, the first and only FDA cleared robotic-assisted cochlear implant insertion system, today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for expanded pediatric use of its iotaSOFT^® Insertion System. The system is now cleared for use in patients four years of age and older, extending access to robotic-assisted cochlear implantation for school-aged children. 

"Receiving FDA clearance for expanded pediatric use marks a significant milestone for iotaMotion and for families navigating cochlear implant decisions," said Mike Lobinsky, CEO of iotaMotion. "By standardizing one of the most delicate steps in cochlear implant surgery, iotaSOFT helps reduce variability which could provide parents greater confidence as they consider cochlear implantation for their children." 

The iotaSOFT Insertion System enables precise and controlled electrode array insertion during one of the most delicate steps of cochlear implant surgery. By standardizing this critical step, iotaSOFT is designed to help preserve delicate cochlear structures, a consideration that is often central to decision-making. 

As part of this milestone, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, a nationally ranked pediatric medical center, and U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll member for 2025–2026, has become the first dedicated pediatric center to adopt the iotaSOFT Insertion System. Cincinnati Children's joins over 35 leading cochlear implant centers across the United States, including nearly half of U.S. neurotology fellowship training programs, that have adopted this innovative technology. 

"At Cincinnati Children's, our focus is delivering the highest standard of care while thoughtfully integrating innovations that benefit our patients," said Dr. Daniel Choo, chief clinical growth officer and professor of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery. "Robotic-assisted cochlear implantation represents a meaningful advancement in our cochlear implant program."   

Globally, fewer than 5% of eligible cochlear implant candidates receive an implant, despite more than 430 million people worldwide experiencing disabling hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization. In pediatric patients, early access to sound is critical for speech, language and educational development, yet concerns around hearing preservation and surgical variability can delay intervention. 

A 2025 clinical cohort study published in The Laryngoscope (Khan et al.) found that 85% of patients in the robotic-assisted insertion group maintained hearing preservation at one year, compared with 71% in the manual insertion group, according to its authors. 

"Robotic assistance in cochlear implantation is about precision and consistency," said Marlan Hansen, MD, co-founder and chief medical officer of iotaMotion. "With the expanded pediatric indication for iotaSOFT, supported by growing clinical evidence, families can have greater confidence that controlled, standardized insertion is designed to protect the cochlea and preserve its structure and function. This is especially important for children who may benefit from emerging therapeutic advances, including gene-based and regenerative hearing technologies, which will likely depend on atraumatic, cochlear implant array placement early in life."

About iotaMotion
iotaMotion, Inc. is a medical technology company based in St. Paul, Minnesota, dedicated to advancing cochlear implant surgery beyond human capability through robotic-assisted solutions. Its flagship technology, the iotaSOFT^® Insertion System, is designed to preserve delicate intracochlear structures through slow and consistent electrode array insertion. The system is commercially available in the United States and under clinical investigation in other global markets. 

For more information, visit http://www.iotamotion.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, YouTube.

Sources:
Claussen AD, et al. Comparative Analysis of Robotics-Assisted and Manual Insertions of Cochlear Implant Electrode Arrays. Otol Neurotol, 2022. 

Khan AM, et al. Robotic-Assisted Electrode Array Insertion Improves Rates of Hearing Preservation. The Laryngoscope, 2025. 

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Media Contact:
Sara Ashburn-Reed
Sashburn-reed@iotamotion.com 

 

 

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iotaMotion Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Pediatric Use of iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System

iotaMotion Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Pediatric Use of iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System

iotaMotion Receives FDA Clearance for Expanded Pediatric Use of iotaSOFT® Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Insertion System