Prolight + Sound Bangkok 2026 (PLSB2026) is positioning itself as a new regional platform designed to connect global solution providers with real market demand across ASEAN’s fast-growing entertainment and event industry. Based on conversations with industry buyers across Southeast Asia, the demand is clear: reliable and scalable live event solutions, immersive audio-visual experiences, smarter integrated technologies, and trusted long-term partners. Taking place at BITEC Ban

Expo AV delivered full-spectrum audiovisual, lighting and LED production for the launch of the new Porsche Cayenne Electric at Singapore EXPO Hall 4 on 29 July 2026. Working alongside long-time creative partner VISIONNAIRE – CREATEUR D'EVENEMENTS, the team deployed a comprehensive AVL solution featuring a 230m² Fabulux P2.9 LED display, Martin Audio sound system, ACME lighting fixtures, grandMA3 lighting control and Analog Way Aquilon C+ processing, culminating in a precision

As Southeast Asia's digital economy gathers pace, Vietnam has emerged as one of the region's most closely watched investment destinations. Jim Chuang, Founder and Managing Partner of SAN Venture Capital and Senior Advisor to ML Alliance, believes the country is entering a generational shift driven by fintech and AI. In this interview, he shares the vision behind the Southeast Asia Nexus Venture Fund, why Vietnam has become its primary investment focus, what he looks for in fo

E Mobility Solutions CEO Danny Wong has been featured in The CEO Magazine, where he shares the company's vision of transforming the traditional electric three-wheeler into a premium, technology-enabled mobility platform. In the interview, Wong highlights how E Mobility Solutions combines advanced vehicle engineering with proprietary digital solutions, including fleet intelligence, payment systems and sustainability features, to deliver greater long-term value for fleet operat

Expo AV served as the official AV technical partner for the inaugural Concours d'Elegance Singapore 2026, held at IMBA Theatre, Gardens by the Bay from 13–16 August. Southeast Asia's premier showcase of classic, vintage and exotic automobiles featured immersive cinematic storytelling, concours judging, luxury exhibits and a gala dinner, supported by Expo AV's tailored audiovisual solutions. In addition to its ongoing technical support at IMBA Theatre's BlackBox Theatre 1, Exp

Gleamedia continues to enhance its digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising capabilities through its partnership with Broadsign, a global provider of digital signage and out-of-home advertising software. The collaboration supports Gleamedia's growing network of premium digital screens by enabling Programmatic Digital Out-of-Home (PDOOH), helping brands deliver smarter, automated and data-driven campaigns. A key capability of the partnership is Dynamic Creative Optimisation (DCO

Adactive Asia has announced an exclusive partnership agreement with Thai Prasert Group, marking an important milestone in the company’s regional expansion strategy. Under the collaboration, Thai Prasert Group will represent Adactive Asia in the Thailand market, bringing its integrated digital signage, wayfinding, software and hardware solutions to customers across the country. The partnership combines Adactive Asia’s expertise in creating digital experiences with Thai Prasert

Wilson Tan, Founder & CEO of OxyTap On 26 May 2026, ML Alliance spoke with Wilson Tan, Founder & CEO of OxyTap, about the company’s pioneering oxygen-infused water technology, its global expansion strategy, and the opportunities and challenges of building a new category in the wellness industry. “We are not merely selling a product; we are establishing a new category – nano oxygen supplementation.” 1) Could you share the inspiration and motivation behind the creation of OxyTa

From traditional kopi stalls in Southeast Asia to tech-driven café experiences in China, coffee consumption across the Asia Pacific region is evolving rapidly as younger consumers embrace coffee not just as a beverage, but as part of a broader lifestyle and social experience. According to global coffee company Sucafina, APAC coffee consumption is expected to continue growing strongly, with local tastes, café culture and digital engagement reshaping global coffee trends. Th

QuikBot Technologies has taken another major step in bringing Physical AI into real-world urban environments. In partnership with Mitsubishi Elevators Singapore, engineers from both teams have been working closely to prepare the first Physical AI deployment in Singapore’s HDB environment, integrating robots, lifts, infrastructure and QuikBot’s QuikSync Platform for safe and reliable robot-taking-lift operations. The pilot trial at Block 37C Eunos, supported by Marine Parade T

QuikBot Technologies has been announced as a Design Partner working with IMDA and DHL Express Singapore in the FIRST Precinct at Punggol Digital District (PDD), helping to co-design future autonomous first- and last-mile logistics operations, workflows, and real-world Physical AI deployment in Singapore. Officially announced during the Asia Tech x Singapore Summit by Minister Josephine Teo, the initiative brings together ecosystem partners including QUIKBOT, DHL Express, Grab

Following Food & Hotel Asia (FHA) 2026, ML Alliance spoke with Franzen Leung, Founder & Chief Innovation Officer of Innoroma, on the company’s evolution from a smart coffee machine innovator into a full coffee ecosystem planner driven by automation, data, AI, and sustainability. "We are no longer just building machines. We’ve become an ecosystem planner for the future of coffee." 1) FHA 2026 marked a major milestone for Innoroma. What was your biggest takeaway from this year’

ML Alliance congratulates QuikBot Technologies on being named Best Robotics Company at the LogiSYM Awards 2026, announced during the Industry Gala Night held alongside CeMAT Southeast Asia 2026 at Singapore EXPO. The recognition highlights QuikBot’s growing impact in robotics, embodied AI, and intelligent infrastructure, as the company continues advancing its vision for AFMD PaaS — Ambient Foundation Model Deployment Platform as a Service — and the broader Ambient Permission

ML Alliance is pleased to share that Expo AV has been appointed the Official AV Partner of the IMBA Theatre at Gardens by the Bay, marking a significant milestone in its continued expansion into premium venue partnerships. This collaboration reinforces Expo AV’s reputation as a trusted provider of integrated AV and production solutions, supporting immersive experiences within one of Singapore’s iconic destinations. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering hi

Dezign Format has officially entered into a strategic partnership with Hustle & Bustle Group (H&B), a homegrown leader in the arts, culture, and edutainment space. Announced at the IMBA Theatre in Singapore, the collaboration sees Dezign Format taking on an equity investment and preferred partner role, reinforcing a shared vision to conceptualise and deliver immersive experiences across the region. The partnership brings together Dezign Format’s expertise in spatial design an

Franzen Leung is the Chief Innovation Officer at Innoroma , whose vision is “making fresh, ethically sourced quality coffee more accessible to the public by building an intelligent and synchronised ecosystem for the market and industry.” "This is not just a platform; it is the new operational standard for the future of coffee . " 1) You have a dream to develop the first ecosystem IoT sharing platform for the coffee industry. Can you share your vision and inspiration? Our visi

ML Alliance is pleased to share that Expo AV has been appointed the Preferred AV Partner of Warehouse on River Promenade , a historic 1919 conservation venue in Singapore. This partnership marks a significant milestone, reinforcing Expo AV’s position as a trusted provider of integrated AV, broadcast, and event technology solutions for premium venues and live experiences. With its proven expertise in delivering seamless technical production across conferences, exhibitions,

Celebrating innovation and impact in the startup ecosystem, QuikBot Technologies has been named Startup of the Year – Singapore at the Global Startup Awards 2025 . This prestigious win recognises QuikBot’s outstanding contribution to autonomous delivery and smart logistics, highlighting its ambition to transform how cities move, connect, and thrive. QuikBot’s autonomous final-mile delivery solutions — powered by Agentic AI and embodied intelligence — continue to set new ben

Emmy Teo is the Chief Product Officer at Supercharge . She leads product growth with her Fan Engagement Loop strategy, drawing on her extensive experience in both online and offline engagement. By treating the world as a vast, interactive map, Emmy combines the immersive gamification of the digital world with the tactile, thematic appeal of the physical world. " Supercharge was built... [to turn] fandom into repeatable revenue loops, not one-off campaigns. " 1) What is Superc