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Big ideas need bold voices 🎙️ We’re thrilled to welcome Hannah Went to the stage at the Founders Longevity Forum Singapore, happening on 27-28th February 2025! Hannah’s journey is rooted in her passion for longevity and disruptive technologies that transform the human condition. As the founder of TruDiagnostic, she has spearheaded advancements in methylation-based age diagnostics, driving innovation in life extension and preventive healthcare. TruDiagnostic’s dedication to research is evident in its 50+ clinical trials and one of the largest private epigenetic health databases, with over 75,000 patients tested. Through her platform, Everything Epigenetics, Hannah continues to illuminate the profound connection between DNA regulation and health, making her a pioneer in epigenetic advancements. Join us to hear Hannah’s unique insights on how cutting-edge science is reshaping the future of health and longevity! 📅 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ezQHjGYn #FoundersForum #FFLongevityForumAsia #UnlockingLongevity #entrepreneurs #startups #scaleups #founders #tech #healthtech #longevity #healthspan #biotech #health #innovation #WhereTheFutureUnfolds Phil Newman | Sean Lau | Longevity.Technology | NUS Academy for Healthy Longevity | Josie Hall | Andrea B. Maier

Exciting Updates from Founders Longevity Forum Singapore! 🎉 Last month, we shared a sneak peek of what’s to come, and now we’re thrilled to bring Founders Longevity Forum Singapore to life - 27th-28th February, 2025! Produced by Founders Forum Group, Longevity.Technology, and NUS Academy for Healthy Longevity – this event brings together global longevity leaders, clinicians, academics, and investors to explore breakthroughs and growth in this dynamic sector ⭐ Join us as these thought leaders share insights on longevity, health, and innovation! 🎤 Hannah Went | Co-Founder, TruDiagnostic 🎤 Tina Woods | Executive Director, International Institute of Longevity 🎤 Dr. David Luu, MD | Founder and CEO, Hearty 🎤 David Dodick | Chief Science Officer and Co-Chair, Atria Institute 🎤 Dr. Nicole Sirotin, MD DipABLM FACP | CEO, Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi 🎤 Dr. Jordan Shlain, MD | Founder and Chairman, Private Medical 🎤 Dr. Anna Erat (MD, PhD, IDP INSEAD) | Board Member and Longevity Expert, Faculty of University of St.Gallen (HSG) – Executive School 🎤 Mark Kramer | Professor of Internal Medicine, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) 📅 Grab your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/ezQHjGYn and stay tuned for the next line-up! Phil Newman | Andrea B. Maier | Sean Lau | Josie Hall #FoundersForum #FFLongevityForumAsia #UnlockingLongevity #entrepreneurs #startups #scaleups #founders #tech #healthtech #longevity #healthspan #biotech #health #innovation #WhereTheFutureUnfolds

💡 Too much news, not enough time? Our FF Newsletter cuts through the noise, delivering key insights directly to you 🚀 Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🌍 COP29 kicks off in Baku! Dive into our newest report with Tech Nation in partnership with Octopus Energy on The Tech Sector’s Road to Net Zero—complete with actionable tips to slash your company’s carbon emissions. 📊 Venture debt is booming in Europe! PitchBook reports that European venture debt has surpassed €13.2B year-to-date, revealing how startups are leveraging this funding surge to fuel their growth despite economic challenges. ✨ Big moves in AI & tech: Ai-Da Robot sells a painting for $1.1M, Google DeepMind releases the AlphaFold 3 code, and more key updates from the FF community. 📈 Looking to expand to Southeast Asia? Our 2024 Southeast Asia Tech Market Report has the insights and data you need to plan your next big move. Subscribe to Founders News for the full scoop: https://lnkd.in/dyC_QYHX

🔎 Reflections and key takeaways from FF and Tech Nation on yesterday's Mansion House speech. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below ⬇️ #UK #Tech #Innovation #Growth #VC #CapitalMarkets #PensionReform #DigitalTransformation 

🌍 Just in time for #COP29: Tech Nation’s #TechZero Report released in partnership Octopus Energy reveals the tech sector's race to achieve #NetZero by 2050. The numbers tell the story: nearly 10 billion tonnes of CO₂ need to be removed annually, with 50% of the required technology still in development. Key insights: 📊 Big Tech’s impact: Hear from sustainability leaders Adam Elman (Google), Christopher Hook (Uber), George Barrett (Vodafone), Lewis Richards (Microsoft), Matt Manning (BT Group) & Nancy Powell (HP) 🌳 Household brands: PayCaptain, Zopeful Climate and others making climate-focused shifts daily. 📑 Founders’ guide: A step-by-step plan for reducing carbon in tech-driven organisations. Tech Zero, led by Tech Nation and Octopus Energy, now unites 350+ members - including unicorns like Monzo and Skyscanner - across 33 countries and over 18 industries, all committed to climate action. Download the report to see how tech is transforming for a greener future 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-rQzzxK Metrikus | HP | BT Group | Vodafone | Amazon | Apple | Meta | Sammy Fry | Anna Sophia Derry | Carolyn Dawson | Marco De Novellis | Ella Ross Russell | Francesca Arese Lucini | Greg Jackson | Sibbe Krol | Justine Porterie | Charlotte Laing #sustainability #climate #netzero #startups #TechNation #FoundersForum #WhereTheFutureUnfolds

Singapore, Thank you for having us  🌟 This year Founders Forum took Family Office Forum beyond the UK—bringing it to Singapore. Asia's dynamic growth and the region’s evolving tech and investment landscape is why we see Singapore as the ideal place to explore the future of family offices, investment trends, and intergenerational values in a rapidly transforming market. 💼 Key Panel Highlights: 📈 Investment Landscape Amid Political Shifts Insights from Mike OSullivan, Alexander W., Gavin Teo, and Marissa Lee 黎善芮, offered a forecast on the impact of political changes on next year's investments. 👥 Generational Values & Legacy Shihao Koh and Julian Fialkow discussed the importance of connecting family legacies to evolving generational priorities. 🏆 Mentorship for Future Leaders Nico Rosberg, Keisuke Honda, and Kheng Lian Ho explored mentorship's role in nurturing tomorrow's athletes and leaders. 🌱 Mission-Driven Leadership In a fireside chat, Dr. Majeed Khader and Gene Yu shared a powerful perspective on resilience. 💫 Evolving Leadership in Family Offices A dynamic group consisting Angela C. Huang, Zhang Elaine, Sophie Khau, and Lauren Blasco discussed the significance of strong leadership within families, highlighting the growth of female leaders. 🔑 Asia’s Venture Ecosystem  Sean Low (刘轩昂）, Eddy Chan, Soo Boon Koh, and Leanne Robers highlighted the rapid evolution of Asia’s venture landscape. To close the event – Sunny Gill , Rachel Lau, and Anuj S, moderated by Cristina Ventura Serra, shared insights their journeys transitioning their family businesses. 🚀 Looking Ahead to 2025 A heartfelt thank you to all speakers, attendees, and partners! We're excited to return to Singapore in 2025 for Founders Longevity Forum with Longevity.Technology & National University of Singapore and Founders Forum Asia, continuing our journey in a region that’s fast becoming a global hub of innovation and investment. 🌏 J.P. Morgan Private Bank | Singapore Global Network | Singapore Tourism Board | PwC Singapore | Sean Lau | Carolyn Dawson

💥 Despite holding immense potential and purchasing power, women founders still face an uphill climb in the tech landscape. 🎯 1 in 6 women globally intend to start a business 🎯 Women control over $30 trillion in consumer spending – yet women-led startups raise just 10% of VC funding in Europe, and 2% in the U.S 🎯 While 15% of tech startup founders are women, these founders consistently deliver strong returns, generating 78 cents in revenue per dollar raised Our 100 Women Founders to Watch report, published in partnership with Institut auf dem Rosenberg and Anita Gademann, is more than a spotlight on inspiring founders; it’s a call to action. We aim to help close this funding gap by showcasing 100 remarkable women who are breaking boundaries in sectors from AI to climate tech, proving the impact and innovation that diverse founders bring to the table. …they've raised $1.1B+ between them, and they're just getting started! 🚀 ⭐️ Featuring game-changing insights from founders in our FF community who understand the journey of building a business from startup to later-stage: Daphne Koller Grace Beverley Mona Monica Kattan Jayne-Anne Gadhia Kathryn Petralia Lilly Sabri Mada Seghete Marcia Kilgore Tania Boler ⭐️ And funding wisdom from top investors: Jeannette zu Fürstenberg Meghan S. Priya Oberoi Rana Yared Sandra Malmberg Sarah Kunst Noor Sweid Jessica Huang Pouleur ⬇️ 🔗 Download the report from the first comment below #FoundersForum #WhereThefutureUnfolds #WomenInTech #FemaleFounders #Startups #Innovation #VentureCapital #WomenInBusiness

🌟 Southeast Asia's Tech Scene: 50 Startups to Watch 🌟 Who are the rising stars in Southeast Asia's booming tech ecosystem? 🚀 Our latest report in partnership with Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) shines the spotlight on 50 innovative startups transforming industries across the region! Here’s a sneak peek: ✨ Arkadiah Technology – Leveraging AI to restore degraded lands and drive investments in nature-based climate solutions. ✨ WIZ.AI – Empowering businesses with AI-driven customer engagement solutions, trusted by Fortune 500 companies across 17 nations. ✨ Tazapay – Simplifying global commerce with secure, seamless cross-border payment solutions for businesses in 173+ countries. ✨ Nousq Pte Ltd – Revolutionising ear surgery with a robotic device that makes life-changing procedures more accessible and efficient. ✨ Bobobox – Reinventing hospitality with tech-enabled modular sleeping solutions through their innovative Bobopod and Bobocabin concepts. Curious to discover the full list? Download our full report here  https://lnkd.in/gFzKJx42 #SEAStartups #InnovationWatch #TechTrends #FoundersForum #WhereTheFutureUnfolds

🇺🇸 🌟One week later and we're still buzzing from the unforgettable day NYC gave us at Founders Forum North America 2024! 🌟 🇺🇸 🎨 David Yarrow showed us the power of visuals and how they can transcend words to connect with audiences on a deeper emotional level. 🤖 Arkady Volozh (Nebius), Jaakko (Jack) Kokko (AlphaSense), and Sarah Franklin (Lattice) shared insights on scaling AI companies in a rapidly evolving landscape, emphasising the balance between innovation and operational resilience, moderated by Amit Kumar (BCG). 🔄 Jim Lanzone (Yahoo) and robert thomson (News Corp) highlighted the importance of constant evolution in business, stressing strategic flexibility to stay competitive, moderated by Lynn Doan (Bloomberg). Over on the Bloomberg stage: 🧬 Eric Verdin (Buck Institute for Research on Aging), "Joe Betts-LaCroix" (Retro Biosciences), and Piraye Beim (Celmatix) explored how biotechnology could extend human lifespan and reshape ageing, moderated by Cynthia Koons 🤖 Deepak Pathak (Skild AI) and Evan Beard (Standard Bots) discussed how robots are learning to adapt in real-time, revolutionising industries from manufacturing to healthcare, moderated by Raviraj Jain 💼 Tom Hulme (GV (Google Ventures)), Melissa Taunton (New Enterprise Associates (NEA)), and Pete Flint (NFX) shared what investors look for in founders — spoiler: it’s long-term vision, adaptability, and building strong relationships, moderated by Andrew Oddo (HSBC) 🙏 A big thank you to our partners: Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), Goodwin, HSBC Innovation Banking, LIQUiDITY Group, Nebius, Oracle, and WeWork—for making these insightful conversations possible and fueling innovation across industries. #FoundersForum #FFNA2024 #TechInnovation #AIRevolution #Entrepreneurship #NYC #Tech #HealthTech

"We all want Britain to get back to strong economic growth, but this can’t happen without cultivating the next generation of great British entrepreneurs” Thoughts from our founder & exec chair ahead of next week’s budget via The Times https://lnkd.in/eMiHpP_w