Gen.T
Leadership
How an episode of ‘Top Gear’ inspired this founder to start his biofuel business
FatHopes Energy’s Vinesh Sinha dropped out of college to start his company in Malaysia after watching an episode of the famous British automotive show on TV. He’s now turning waste oil into a sustainable source of energy
Why humans still have the upper hand over AI—for now
Jack Lau, the chairman of Hong Kong-based Swanland.AI, explains why he thinks imagination and actual human intelligence will always trump the artificial
The recipe to keeping the creative flame alive, according to restaurateurs André Chiang and Syed Asim Hussain
Taiwanese celebrity chef André Chiang and entrepreneur Syed Asim Hussain of Hong Kong’s Black Sheep discuss their impressive culinary journeys and the future of gastronomy
Why there’s always time for kindness in leadership, according to KonsultaMD’s Chelsea Elizabeth Samson
The chief business and medical affairs officer of the Philippine-based online healthcare aggregator app discusses the importance of empathy in impacting one's productivity and success at work
In conversation with J.P. Morgan’s Kam Shing Kwang on Hong Kong’s role in the global economy
We hosted the tenth edition of our roundtable series, The Catalyst Series, on November 16 with the banking veteran as our guest speaker
Podcasts
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View All Articles →How this lawyer turned tech founder is making the online world safer for children
Spurred by his own painful past, Kieran Donovan co-founded K-ID to empower kids worldwide with a seamless and safe online experience
Nobel Peace Prize nominee Mahbouba Seraj on standing up against the Taliban
Despite her fears, the Afghan activist and journalist has chosen unwavering commitment to return to her hometown of Kabul in order to protect its children and women
5 crazy smart insights on self-empowerment, self-love and outer space
Season five of our Crazy Smart Asia podcast has just concluded. Here are five of the most memorable quotes from our featured guests
Why startups need heart to match their hype
J.P. Morgan’s Private Bank’s Tomi Pierucci talks about the importance of having good mentors, trusted co-founders and keeping a business healthy with honesty in a closed-door discussion with Hong Kong’s young leaders
From legacy to new beginnings: Life-changing quotes from Pico Iyer and Juan Pablo Escobar
When you reflect on your year, here are valuable lessons and reminders from British essayist Pico Iyer and author-architect Juan Pablo Escobar on transformation, stillness and breaking free from the past to think about
How Hanjin Tan and Gary Liu learned to stop worrying and love Web3
What do an award-winning singer and tech entrepreneur have in common? A firm belief in the true potential of the next iteration of the internet in bringing positive change to how things are done despite its shaky start
Why this Philippine founder and creative is putting the spotlight on Visayan representation
In a country where the majority of attention has become Manila-centric, Bea Evardone-Gothong of Republiq Group of Companies is finding a way to shine the spotlight on her beloved region
Philippines’ Etaily closes Series A round with $17.8m raised
Co-founded in 2020 by Gen.T honouree Alexander Friedhoff, the e-commerce enabler has worked with the likes of Shopee and TikTok
From profit to purpose: How to build an impact-driven business
How can businesses make a positive impact without compromising their bottom line? Social entrepreneurs Jaime Ayala and Dora Nattinee Sae Ho discuss
What startup founders can learn from one of the world’s greatest squash player
Retired Malaysian squash queen Datuk Nicol David shares how she developed the mindset of a champion and the important lessons she takes with her