What we do

Tech Singapore Advocates (TSA) is a non-monetised community-driven initiative, connecting technology innovators, investors, industry professionals, up and coming talent, and startups. Our goal is to help you navigate the tech ecosystem efficiently and productively, making use of the many resources available to all in the sector.

TSA serves as the digital mycelium of the tech industry signposting you to:

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Upcoming Events

Lloyd’s Lab Accelerator – Cohort 15

Jun 11| 00:00 - 23:59|Online
The Lloyd's Lab Accelerator is Europe’s top insurance-focused innovation hub that delivers a 10-week InsurTech programme located in the heart of London's insurance market. As a key component of our InsurTech-led product development pathway, the Accelerator connects external innovation with Lloyd's market needs. Housed within the iconic Lloyd's building, our Accelerator provides innovative companies with:…
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World Quantum Summit 2025

Jul 23| 08:00 - 17:00|Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
The World Quantum Summit is a premier event showcasing the real-world impact of quantum computing through live demonstrations, case studies, interactive workshops, and certification programs. It challenges the notion that quantum computing is merely theoretical by highlighting its current applications in industry. The summit will be held in Singapore—a global hub for venture capital, tech…
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TWS Conference 2025

Jul 28| 08:00 - 17:00|One Marina Boulevard, Singapore
TWS2025 SINGAPORE is the premier global crypto event where founders and executives of the leading Web3 companies and project share their view on the industry. It shines a light on the global developments while taking a unique and widening perspective on the ecosystem and its vast opportunities. From global developments to deep ecosystem insights, TWS2025…
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Tech Week Singapore 2025

Oct 8| 09:00 - 17:00|Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore
Join us at Asia’s leading tech event this October! We’re proud to partner with Tech Week Singapore 2025, the region’s largest B2B technology event, uniting the full digital ecosystem under one roof. Explore the future across six co-located shows:🔹 Cloud & AI Infrastructure Asia🔹 Cyber Security World Asia🔹 Big Data & AI World Asia🔹 Data…
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Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2025 

Nov 12| 09:00 - 22:00|Singapore EXPO
The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) is a global nexus where policy, finance, and technology communities converge. It is the world’s stage for defining the future of financial innovation, inclusion and resilience.   As SFF marks its 10th edition this year, leaders will gather in Singapore from 12 to 14 November 2025 to celebrate a decade of…
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News

Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition

Feb 6Past Events
Applications Open: Jan - Mar 2025 THE PREMIER UNIVERSITY STARTUP CHALLENGE IS BACK! 12th Edition of the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC)  LKYGBPC unites the next generation of innovators from international universities to leverage deep-tech in solving these global grand challenges! Inspired by one of the world’s most visionary leaders, the Lee…

IMDA Open Innovation Call 24

Nov 18Blog
We are happy to share that the latest Innovation Call on IMDA’s Open Innovation Platform (OIP) is now live! Challenge details can be found here. Solution providers stand to win over S$2.5M in prize monies. The deadline for submissions is 29 Nov 2024, 4PM SGT. Please note that IAL challenges will close on 15 Nov 2024. Stand a chance to win…

Pitchflix

Oct 15Past Events, Updates
It was standing room only for Singapore's inaugural Pitchflix REV event, held in JTC Corporation’s fabulous Galleries space this past Wednesday. As Founders, we’re so often on the back foot – balancing building pipeline, managing operations and actually delivering work - raising feels like an impossible add-on, the proverbial straw that breaks the camel’s back.…

TSA Social & Website Launch – September

Oct 11Blog, Past Events
In September, the TSA community came together for a memorable edition of our social event, with a special twist—the launch of the brand-new TSA website. Held at Cali, Ascott Raffles, the evening provided the perfect blend of casual networking and celebration, as professionals from across the tech ecosystem gathered for a casual meetup and an…

GTALaunchPad

Jul 30Updates
We’re thrilled to be part of a new global platform empowering tech startups and scaleups. Tech Singapore Advocates and fellow @globaltechadv groups are collaborating to bring top insights, resources, and market expertise from our communities to the world. Find out more today.

London Tech Week Global Leadership Event 

Jun 30Past Events
Leaders from across the Global Tech Advocates and Tech London Advocates communities gathered at London Tech Week for a morning of discussion, planning and celebration. We heard about new groups forming in China and LATAM, the soon-to-be-launched GTA LaunchPad Initiative, an upcoming Global Tech Advocates mission to Hong Kong and much, much more. The GTA…

LONDON TECH WEEK IN REVIEW

Jun 29Past Events, Updates
London Tech Week 2024 took place in June, and once again it brought together tech leaders, investors, and startups for an exhilarating week. TSA co-Leads Singapore Leslie Sarma and Nicky van Domburg were there alongside many of the Global Tech Advocates leaders, to experience the dynamic convergence of innovation, collaboration, and global networking. The week…

March TSA Social

Mar 26Past Events
Thanks to all who joined us for last month's edition of TSA Social.  Old friends, new friends, whole lotta lawyers, whole lotta fun!  There are a lot of meet up groups out there - and we want you to join all of them! - but I'm not sure there are any made up of nicer…

Tech Australia Advocates Launch

Mar 17Past Events, Updates
The Global Tech Advocates community is thrilled to announce the re-launch of our Tech Australia Advocates chapter, led by Claire Bull and Dickie Currer. Claire and Dickie are both ecosystem leaders and longtime community builders with experience bringing leaders together in Australia and across APAC. They are supported by a selection of state leads –…

Tech Philippines Advocates Launch

Dec 1Past Events, Updates
Congratulations to Amor Maclang and her extraordinary team on the launch of Tech Philippines Advocates! We're thrilled to have you in the Global Tech Advocates network. Congrats also on another successful Digital Pilipinas Festival. We were honoured to be there to celebrate you and learn about The Philippine's incredible ecosystem.We look forward to working with you to inspire…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: NITP (Mongolia)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Established in 1972, NITP launched its startup incubation program in 2002. Since then, it has accepted nearly 500 incubator participants and successfully graduated over 160 startups. We provide a two-year core incubation program along with advanced and post-incubation services.…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: Cradle (Malaysia)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? As Malaysia’s focal point for the technology and innovation startup ecosystem, Cradle Fund is committed to empowering home-grown startups to scale locally, regionally, and globally. Our MYStartup Single Window platform, a key initiative under the Ministry of Science, Technology…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: Invest in UK University R&D – Midlands

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? The Midlands Innovation (MI) partnership, now in its tenth year, unites eight world-class universities in the heart of England to support home-grown tech businesses expanding globally. As a key partner in the Invest in UK University R&D – Midlands…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: LATITUDE59 (Estonia)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Latitude59 is more than just a tech conference—it’s a launchpad for bold founders looking to expand and scale. We connect high-potential startups with the right networks, funding, and market entry support in key regions like Southeast Asia, Africa, and…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: CATALONIA T&I

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Catalonia T&I suports the internationalisation efforts of all types of companies, small, medium and large.  When it comes to Startups we do provide special attention and care, for it is at this stage where companies need all the extra…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: KOCCA (Korea)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? KOCCA empowers Korean startups to expand globally through initiatives such as the Launchpad acceleration program and Korea Pavilion booths at international tech exhibitions. Over the past three years, we’ve supported more than 215 startups across content-related fields like broadcasting,…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: MCIT (Qatar)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Our internationalization programs, including the Scale Now Program and the DIC Go-to-Market Program, are designed to empower homegrown tech businesses in their global expansion. Both programs are strategically designed to equip startups with the knowledge, tools, and global visibility…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: SusHi Tech (Tokyo)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? “SusHi Tech Tokyo” is Tokyo’s signature global innovation and startup event which stands for ‘Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo’, aiming to create a sustainable city with cutting-edge technology. It brings together startups, investors and corporates from around the world…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: JETRO (JAPAN)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Since 2013, JETRO has established a strong record of supporting Japanese startups in their global expansion. Our programs, including Global Startup Acceleration and X-Hub Tokyo Outbound, provide essential tools and resources for navigating international markets and discovering new business…
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IN CONVERSATION WITH: Startup.Flanders (Belgium)

Could you share more about your internationalisation programs and how they support tech businesses expanding globally? Startup.Flanders is a one-stop shop for all startups in Flanders seeking to expand internationally. We offer an array of services to help startups explore new markets and find success abroad. For example, Startup.Flanders supports a number of soft landing…
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In partnership with the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH), ‘In Conversation With’ is a special 11-week series featuring tech ecosystems from all around the world. Learn more about SWITCH and the SLINGSHOT deep tech startup pitching competition (Apply from 14 March – 11 July) at www.switchsg.org

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