We are incredibly proud and excited to share that MessengerCo had the honor of pitching at Alibaba’s Startup Demo Day during the 2024 Apsara Conference in Hangzhou, China! This prestigious event, one of Asia’s leading tech showcases, highlights groundbreaking innovations in AI, cloud computing, and robotics—and we were right in the heart of it.

At MessengerCo, innovation has always been the driving force behind everything we do. That’s why our participation in the Apsara Conference, hosted by Alibaba Cloud, marks a major milestone in our journey! 🌐

The Apsara Conference is not just any tech event—it’s one of the most prestigious platforms in Asia, bringing together innovators and pioneers from cloud computing, AI, and digital transformation. Among the highlights of the conference is the Startup Catalyst by Alibaba Cloud Program, which identifies and nurtures the most promising startups across Southeast Asia.

As part of this program, the best startups from the region, including Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines, are evaluated based on their innovation, scalability, and impact. MessengerCo’s cutting-edge solutions and growth in the corporate gifting space caught the attention of this rigorous selection process, and we were honored to be chosen as one of the Top 8 Finalists in Southeast Asia! 🌟

🌟 Top 8 Finalists for Southeast Asia! 🌟

Competing among the Top 8 startups in Southeast Asia was an experience we will never forget. Representing Malaysia alongside innovative companies from Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and Vietnam was both humbling and energizing. Every pitch we saw reinforced the incredible creativity and drive of the Southeast Asian startup ecosystem.

But the competition was just part of the experience. Walking through the Alibaba Expo was like stepping into the future. We got hands-on with cutting-edge tech solutions in AI, cloud infrastructure, and robotics, expanding our vision of what’s possible for MessengerCo and beyond.

Key Takeaways from the Apsara Conference:

1. Strengthening Malaysia’s Global Presence
   Being part of this prestigious event solidified Malaysia’s position on the global startup stage. MessengerCo’s participation showcased the talent and innovation coming from our country.
2. Expanding Our Network
   Connecting with brilliant founders across Southeast Asia gave us valuable insights into the challenges and successes of building a startup. The relationships we formed will undoubtedly help MessengerCo grow and collaborate within the region.
3. Exploring the Future of Technology
   From AI advancements to the future of cloud computing, we dove deep into technologies that will shape the world of business. Seeing these innovations firsthand has inspired us to integrate these solutions into MessengerCo’s future.

What This Means for MessengerCo’s Future

The connections and insights we gained at the 2024 Apsara Conference will act as a catalyst for MessengerCo’s growth. By immersing ourselves in conversations around AI, autonomous driving, and large AI models, we have a clearer vision of how to take our solutions to the next level. And we’re ready to take these lessons back to Malaysia and push new boundaries.

Massive Thanks to Alibaba Cloud and Our Supporters

We want to extend a huge thank you to Alibaba Cloud for this opportunity, and to everyone who supported us along the way. The Apsara Conference was an incredible learning experience, and we’re excited to see where this journey takes us next. 🌍✨