Singapore Future AI Summit 2026
Shaping ASEAN's tech landscape.
Singapore · Dates to be announced
The meeting point for ASEAN's AI community
SFAIS 2026 brings together 100+ tech leaders, 30+ regional AI innovators and policymakers from across ASEAN. Industry, research, government and startups share knowledge, test ideas and build partnerships.
Keynote talks
Hear from leaders shaping the future of AI and learn from their experience.
Hands-on workshops
Practise applying AI concepts to real-world problems with practical sessions.
Networking
Meet fellow attendees, exchange ideas and start collaborations.
Why Singapore?
Singapore leads the region with its National AI Strategy 2.0, backed by AI centres of excellence, strong talent pipelines and a trusted innovation ecosystem. SFAIS 2026 builds on these initiatives, covering centres of AI excellence, regional tech pipelines and the ethical frameworks the ASEAN ecosystem needs.
The quadruple helix
We bring four groups into one room.
2025 inaugural summit, by the numbers
Our first summit ran on 6–7 October 2025. Speakers covered AI policy, workforce development, ethics and innovation, including technology diplomacy, global AI governance, inclusive AI-ready workforces and responsible AI use.
Programme
Two days of keynotes, workshops and networking, built around the themes of the 2025 summit.
Draft outline · times and sessions to be confirmedDay 1
Day 2
Speakers 2026
The 2026 line-up will be announced soon.
Our 2025 speakers
Eight speakers led the online AI masterclasses at the first Singapore Future AI Summit on 6 and 7 October 2025.
Beyond the Algorithm: The Global Supply Chain of Human Labor for AI
Day 2 · Tue 7 Oct · 7:30–8:30 PM SGTFrom Noise to Noticed: Personal Branding Strategies for the AI-Driven Future
Day 2 · Tue 7 Oct · 3:00–4:00 PM SGTAI-Powered Cybersecurity: Defending the Digital Frontier in the Age of Intelligent Systems
Day 1 · Mon 6 Oct · 8:30–9:15 PM SGTEthical AI in ASEAN: Navigating Bias, Ensuring Fairness, and Cultural Considerations
Day 1 · Mon 6 Oct · 7:30–8:30 PM SGTIntroduction to Technology Diplomacy and Its Impacts on AI Governance
Day 2 · Tue 7 Oct · 4:00–5:00 PM SGTPolicy Talk: Enabling an AI-Ready Workforce for Inclusive Growth
Day 1 · Mon 6 Oct · 5:00–6:00 PM SGTEthical AI in ASEAN: Navigating Bias, Ensuring Fairness, and Cultural Considerations
Day 1 · Mon 6 Oct · 7:30–8:30 PM SGTMasterclass on AI Awareness
Day 2 · Tue 7 Oct · 4:00–5:00 PM SGTGallery
Photos from the two days of SFAIS 2025.
Day 1 · Monday, 6 October 2025
Day 2 · Tuesday, 7 October 2025
Frequently asked questions
Who is the summit for?
Tech leaders, AI innovators, researchers, policymakers, startups and students from across ASEAN and beyond.
How do I attend?
Register your interest with the form. In 2025, applications were reviewed and every applicant was notified of the outcome.
Is the summit in person or online?
The 2025 summit was held online as AI masterclasses over two days. The 2026 format will be confirmed with the dates.
When is SFAIS 2026?
Dates are to be announced. Register your interest to be notified first.
Can my organisation sponsor or partner?
Yes. Use the contact section and tell us about your organisation.
Thank you to our 2025 supporters
Sponsor
Partners
Register your interest for the 2026 edition
Tell us you're coming and we'll send updates as the programme is confirmed.