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ATxEnterprise 2026 Signals Southeast Asia's Shift from AI Experimentation to Enterprise Deployment
Policymakers, enterprise leaders, and global technology players converged in Singapore as the event facilitated over 120,000 business interactions and featured an exhibitor and speaker line-up with 55% international representation
Far more than an AI showcase, this year's edition reflected a broader market shift underway across the region. Enterprises have moved beyond experimentation with AI to integrating it into operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, workforce transformation, and long-term business strategy. Bringing together over 700 exhibitors across 35 pavilions, ATxE convened the companies, sectors, and technologies shaping the next phase of growth across AI, cloud, cybersecurity, satellite, media, and digital infrastructure.
Reflecting the increasingly strategic and cross-border nature of AI and digital infrastructure, more than 450 speakers - including policymakers, industry leaders convened at ATxE 2026. In addition to global technology companies such as Microsoft, TikTok, and Rakuten, the event featured representatives from Indonesia's Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, as well as ambassadors and trade leaders from Qatar, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the European Union, Thailand, and Mongolia. Across various sessions, speakers addressed the opportunities and challenges shaping Southeast Asia's digital future, from sovereign AI adoption and cyber resilience to digital trust and regional connectivity.
AI Adoption Expands Beyond the Technology Sector
One of the clearest signals of this shift came from the growing participation of traditionally non-tech industries in accelerating digital transformation efforts. Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport recorded a record-breaking +500% increase in VIP enterprise buyers, followed by Healthcare and Pharma (+320%), Retail and FMCG (+80%), Manufacturing (+37%), and Banking and Finance (+32%).
This growing cross-sector demand reflects how AI adoption is becoming increasingly operational and business-critical across the wider economy. Dealmaking at the event was anchored by a highly senior audience, with 71% of attendees holding manager-level positions or above. To support business outcomes and cross-border collaboration, the event facilitated structured networking initiatives through the ATxConnect programme, Hosted Buyer Programme, and dedicated Startup Pitch Sessions.
Advancing Southeast Asia's AI and Digital Transformation Agenda
As AI adoption accelerates across industries, conversations at ATxE 2026 increasingly focused on the broader foundations needed to sustain long-term digital growth, including workforce readiness, cyber resilience, trusted digital ecosystems, and regional coordination.
In his opening address, Senior Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information, Mr Tan Kiat How, highlighted Singapore's push to move "beyond buzzwords" and make AI practical and accessible for enterprises, particularly SMEs. Several initiatives were also introduced at the event to support enterprise AI adoption and cyber resilience. These included the launch of the AI for Enterprise Impact Playbook with insights from more than 1,000 enterprises to guide local firms with existing digital capabilities on the next steps in AI adoption. Other initiatives included new partnerships with Grab and RSM Stone Forest IT to support the Digital Enterprise Blueprint (DEB), a national strategy that helps SMEs digitalise through support from established technology vendors. Mr Tan also announced the inaugural SME AI Impact Awards 2026, which aims to encourage more SMEs to adopt AI.
"What stood out this year was the level of convergence happening across industries, markets, and leadership groups," said Joyce Wang, Event Director for ATxSG at Informa Festivals. "Conversations are no longer centred on whether AI adoption will happen, but how enterprises and governments can scale it responsibly, securely, and collaboratively across the region. ATxEnterprise has become a platform where these conversations translate into real partnerships, practical solutions, and measurable business outcomes."
Setting the pulse for the digital economy, ATxEnterprise will return to the Singapore EXPO from 26-28 May 2027, continuing to shape Asia's digital future through cross-border partnerships, actionable policy insights, and enterprise-wide innovation.
About Asia Tech x Singapore (ATxSG)
ATxSG 2026 is Asia's leading technology event jointly organised by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Informa Festivals, supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). The event consists of two main segments, ATxSummit and ATxEnterprise.
About Informa Festivals
Informa Festivals produces some of the world's most influential technology gatherings, including London Tech Week, Africa Tech Festival and Asia Tech x Singapore. These events bring together global leaders across enterprise, government, start-ups and investment to explore the technologies shaping the future of the digital economy. Informa Festivals is part of Informa PLC, a leading international B2B Live Events, B2B Digital Services and Academic Markets Group. For more information, please visit: https://www.informa.com/divisions/informa-festivals/
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