Data+AI Day | Singapore

Overview

As AI and data continue to disrupt industries, the role of the Chief Data Officer (CDO) is rapidly expanding. Explore cutting-edge strategies for harnessing AI, machine learning, and data science to fuel innovation and create competitive advantages. Learn how to integrate AI into business operations responsibly, overcome challenges around data privacy and ethics, and foster a data-driven culture that spans across the enterprise.

What we will cover

• Generative AI Exploring how CDAOs are leveraging generative AI to enhance business operations and align data strategies with organisational goals, ensuring AI adds measurable value.
• Data Governance Examining the crucial role of data governance in building trust within organisations, ensuring data accuracy, and enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Data Efficiency Investigating how data and analytics can drive operational efficiencies, automating processes and improving productivity across the enterprise.
• Competitive Innovation Exploring how CDAOs are using advanced data techniques to innovate, helping their organisations gain a competitive edge in fast-moving markets.
• Data Quality Highlighting strategies for maintaining high data quality, ensuring that accurate, reliable data fuels business decisions and enhances AI capabilities.
• AI Integration Exploring the practical integration of AI and machine learning across business processes, with a focus on delivering real-time insights and improving decision-making.
• Data Privacy Navigating evolving data privacy regulations and ensuring compliance while maintaining robust data protection and ethical AI usage across the organisation.
• Data Monetisation Exploring innovative approaches to turning data into a revenue-generating asset, helping organisations leverage data as a product for business growth.
• Real-Time Analytics Examining technologies that enable real-time data processing and analytics, helping organisations respond faster to market changes and customer needs.
• Data as Product Shifting focus towards treating data as a product, with dedicated governance and management strategies, to enhance its value and usability across the enterprise.
• Data Strategy Ensuring data and analytics strategies are tightly aligned with overall business objectives, driving actionable insights that lead to measurable business outcomes.
• Data-Driven Culture Investigating how to foster a data-driven culture, overcoming resistance to change, and empowering teams to make decisions based on analytics.

Agenda

• 8:30 am Welcome Coffee & Registration(Data+AI Day | Singapore)
• 9:00 am Welcome Address & Introduction(Data+AI Day | Singapore)
• 9:15 am Security Beyond Borders: Geopolitics, Data, and the Future of Sovereignty(Data+AI Day | Singapore) Cybersecurity today is deeply intertwined with geopolitics. In this session, Bilahari Kausikan shares sharp insights on how global power shifts, state-sponsored cyber threats, and digital sovereignty are reshaping security priorities. From ASEAN’s role to international tensions, hear how governments and organisations must adapt in an era where cyber and geopolitical risks are inseparable. Discussion Points: Geopolitical Drivers – Understanding the factors behind cyber conflicts and their impact on ASEAN. Cyber Sovereignty – Balancing national interests with regional digital security priorities. Diplomacy and Response – Leveraging diplomatic strategies to manage incidents while safeguarding critical infrastructure.
• 9:35 am Thought Leadership: Effective Strategies for Demonstrating ROI(Data+AI Day | Singapore) Securing the budget for IT initiatives requires more than just presenting technical details; it demands a clear demonstration of the return on investment (ROI). By aligning IT strategies with business goals, IT leaders can effectively communicate value to decision-makers. Understanding the needs and expectations of key stakeholders, positioning IT as a strategic enabler, and ensuring that technology investments are closely tied to business outcomes are crucial in securing the necessary funding. Discussion Points: Understanding the expectations of decision-makers and tailoring your ROI presentation to address their key priorities and concerns. Highlighting IT as a strategic enabler that supports business goals by driving efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. Demonstrating how IT investments align with the company’s overall business strategy, contributing to long-term success and measurable outcomes.
• 9:55 am C-Suite Synergy: Leading Through Complexity in an Era of Constant Change(Data+AI Day | Singapore) In an age defined by digital disruption, evolving regulations, and rising stakeholder expectations, organisational resilience is no longer the responsibility of a single function — it’s a collective executive mandate. This opening panel brings together C-suite leaders to explore how collaboration across finance, technology, data, and security functions is critical to navigating today’s megatrends. From managing enterprise risk to enabling digital trust and innovation, the discussion will unpack how executive alignment shapes future-ready strategies. Discussion Points: Shared Accountability: How C-suite leaders align on managing risk, trust, and operational resilience. Enterprise Agility: Responding to shifting technologies, regulatory frameworks, and stakeholder demands. Integrated Leadership: Moving beyond silos to drive strategic clarity, innovation, and competitive advantage.
• 10:20 am Thought Leadership: The Next Frontiers: AI, Quantum, and the Future of Digital Trust(Data+AI Day | Singapore) As AI adoption accelerates and quantum computing inches closer to reality, security, privacy, and data integrity face unprecedented challenges. This session explores how CIOs, CISOs, and CDOs must collaborate to future-proof the enterprise — from rethinking encryption standards to governing machine learning pipelines and preparing for post-quantum disruption. Discussion Points: Preparing for post-quantum cybersecurity in ASEAN and beyond. Governing AI systems: data integrity, model bias, and trust. Shared leadership across IT, data, and security for long-term resilience.
• 10:40 am Thought Leadership: Harnessing Technology for Competitive Advantage in a Disrupted World(Data+AI Day | Singapore) This session explores how organisations can leverage emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, drive growth, and stay competitive in dynamic markets. By looking at real-world trends and practical applications, leaders will gain insight into how to align innovation with business goals and build momentum for the future.\ Discussion Points: Driving Business Impact: Applying new technologies to improve operations and measurable outcomes. Innovation Alignment: Linking technology adoption to strategic priorities and market opportunities. Preparing for Disruption: Building flexibility and resilience to respond to evolving market conditions.
• 11:00 am Networking Break & Morning Tea(Data+AI Day | Singapore)
• 0:00 pm The Evolving Role of the CIO in the AI Era(AI, IT & Data Strategy) As AI reshapes industries and accelerates digital disruption, the role of the CIO is transforming. Beyond overseeing technology, today’s CIO must act as a strategist, innovator, and business enabler. This keynote will explore how adaptive leadership, strong governance, and a focus on value creation enable CIOs to lead their organisations with confidence in an AI-driven world. Discussion Points: Redefining the CIO Role: New expectations for IT leaders as AI and automation reshape the enterprise. Governance & Trust: Balancing data-driven innovation with responsible governance and risk management. Execution at Scale: Turning digital vision into operational results across global enterprises.
• 0:20 pm Digital Banking Redefined : UOB's vision for Generative AI(AI, IT & Data Strategy)
• 0:40 pm Reimagining Enterprise Leadership in ASEAN: Aligning AI, IT, and Data to Build Resilient, Future-Ready Organisations(AI, IT & Data Strategy) [Fireside Chat] This opening conversation explores how ASEAN enterprise leaders stay resilient, innovative, and competitive amid constant change. With AI, data, and IT central to business strategy, what does effective leadership look like, and how can people, technology, and outcomes be aligned for long-term success? Discussion Points: Regional Realities, Global Pressures – Navigating fragmented ASEAN markets, evolving regulations, and talent gaps while meeting global digital standards. Leading Through Ambiguity – How CIOs and CDOs drive transformation amid growth and infrastructure challenges. Beyond Silos – Integrating AI, data, and IT to build agile, innovative, and trusted enterprise strategies.
• 1:00 pm Lunch Break - Peer Connect & Executive Roundtables(AI, IT & Data Strategy)
• 2:00 pm Generative AI in Data Operations Practical applications of generative AI to optimise workflows and uncover new opportunities.
• 2:00 pm Data Governance in Action Real-world approaches to ensuring trustworthy, accurate, and well-managed data.
• 2:00 pm AI in Operational Decision-Making(Integrated Planning) How AI-driven insights can enhance real-time decision-making, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation across departments.
• 2:00 pm Edge Computing and IoT Integration(Serverless Scalability) Leveraging edge computing to enhance IoT capabilities, reduce latency, and improve real-time decision-making in critical operations.
• 2:00 pm Prioritising Employee Experience in IT Strategies(Advanced Visualisation) Developing IT strategies that prioritise employee satisfaction, productivity, and collaboration through advanced tools and platforms.
• 2:00 pm Centralising Analytics to Achieve Strategic Business Goals(Enterprise Insights) Discover how integrated solutions drive collaboration and planning for businesses.
• 2:25 pm Thought Leadership: Consolidating the Tool Stack and Cutting Cost While Expanding Visibility(AI, IT & Data Strategy) CIOs need real-time visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud estates to ensure resilience, compliance, and customer trust. Observability provides the single source of truth to anticipate disruption and orchestrate faster recovery. Discussion points: How can CIOs streamline overlapping tools to cut costs without disrupting operations? What strategies enable end-to-end visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments? How does greater visibility improve recovery speed, compliance, and stakeholder trust?
• 2:45 pm Testing at the Speed of AI: Ensuring Data Integrity and Trust in Automated Systems(AI, IT & Data Strategy) AI adoption is only as strong as the trust leaders have in the data, models, and systems running behind the scenes. Yet most enterprises are still testing AI and data-driven applications with outdated approaches built for legacy software lifecycles. This session explores how to modernise testing practices so that data quality, model accuracy, and system reliability keep pace with the scale and speed of AI initiatives. We’ll examine how to validate data pipelines, automate testing for machine learning workflows, and secure integrations across hybrid environments. The discussion will also cover how continuous testing not only reduces risk but also frees teams to accelerate transformation and scale AI adoption with confidence. How enterprises can modernise testing to keep pace with AI-driven applications and data-heavy workflows. Strategies to validate data pipelines, machine learning models, and complex integrations in hybrid environments. The role of continuous testing in reducing risk, accelerating transformation, and scaling AI adoption with confidence.
• 3:05 pm Where Data Leadership Truly Belongs: Insights from the Business Perspective(AI, IT & Data Strategy) [Fireside Chat] As cyber threats become increasingly complex and impactful, organisations are reconsidering not just how they defend themselves, but who ultimately owns the risk. In this session, we will explore how executive leadership shapes cybersecurity strategy, reporting lines, and organisational resilience. Discussion Points: Leadership and Accountability: How does executive oversight influence cybersecurity effectiveness and risk management across the organisation? Driving a Business-wide Security Culture: How can leaders ensure cybersecurity is treated as a responsibility beyond IT? Aligning Strategy and Execution: Lessons on uniting teams and functions to ensure cybersecurity priorities are embedded across the enterprise.
• 3:25 pm The Quantum-Energy Equation: What It Takes to Fuel the Future of AI in a Hyper-Intelligent World(AI, IT & Data Strategy) As AI and quantum computing transform our digital future, they drive growing demands on data and energy. This keynote examines how industries can harness these technologies while managing resource impact, exploring smarter infrastructure, alternative energy models, and embedding ethics into innovation to create a sustainable, high-powered future. Discussion Points: The Quantum-Energy Paradox – How rising AI and quantum demands affect global systems and the digital economy. AI + Quantum: Smarter Together – How their convergence can optimise energy use, streamline operations, and drive sustainable innovation. Ethics and Responsibility – Embedding ethical thinking and sustainability in emerging technologies to benefit people, planet, and progress.
• 3:45 pm AI: The Double-Edged Sword of Data Security(AI, IT & Data Strategy) [Fireside Chat] Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising cyber defence, offering enhanced capabilities for threat detection, response, and risk mitigation. However, its dual nature also presents significant challenges. Cybercriminals exploit AI for sophisticated attacks, while organisations grapple with ethical dilemmas, data security, and potential biases in AI-driven systems. This session explores how businesses can harness AI's potential while safeguarding against its inherent risks. Discussion Points: Balancing Benefits and Risks – How can organisations leverage AI for smarter defence while managing vulnerabilities and avoiding overreliance? Ethical and Bias Challenges – What’s needed to prevent bias and protect privacy in AI-driven security across ASEAN’s diverse landscape? Future Preparedness – How can businesses prepare for evolving AI threats, foster collaboration, and build AI-ready cyber teams?
• 4:05 pm Building a Data Governance Culture Across the Board(AI, IT & Data Strategy) As cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity and scale, building a strong cybersecurity culture is no longer optional, it’s a strategic imperative. For CIOs and CDOs, the challenge lies not just in deploying the right technologies but in embedding a security-first mindset across the entire organisation. From the executive level to frontline teams, a unified, informed, and accountable workforce is the most powerful defence. This session will explore how technology and data leaders can influence enterprise-wide behaviours, align security with business outcomes, and instil a culture where cyber resilience is everyone’s responsibility. Discussion Points: Leadership’s Role in Cybersecurity Culture: How CIOs, CDOs, and boards can model and drive secure behaviours across the organisation. Engaging the Workforce: Practical strategies to embed security into daily operations, communications, and data practices. Measuring Cultural Impact: Identifying indicators of progress, what does success look like beyond compliance?
• 4:30 pm Closing Remarks(AI, IT & Data Strategy)
• 4:35 pm End of Day Drinks(AI, IT & Data Strategy) Join us for "End of Day Drinks," a networking session designed to foster connections and camaraderie among attendees. This gathering provides the ideal setting to mingle, exchange insights, and build relationships with industry peers. Raise a glass to a day of fruitful discussions and continue the conversation over refreshing beverages and light snacks. Whether you're keen to expand your professional network or unwind after a day of learning, our End of Day Drinks event offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for meaningful interactions and networking.

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