APEX MASTER EXPOS

Singapore Master Expos

Asia's #1 Startup Hub β€’ Global FinTech Capital β€’ Gateway to Southeast Asia

SPRING EDITION
April 2–5, 2026
AUTUMN EDITION
November 12–15, 2026
35+
UNICORNS
$135B+
UNICORN VALUE
520+
FINTECH FIRMS
$1.3T+
SOVEREIGN WEALTH
#6
GLOBAL FINTECH HUB

Singapore: Asia's Innovation Capital

Where global finance meets cutting-edge technology in Southeast Asia's most dynamic market

πŸ¦„ Unicorn Factory

Home to 35+ unicorns with $135B+ combined valuations. SHEIN ($66B), Grab ($20.8B), and Nium ($1.4B) lead a diverse portfolio spanning fintech, logistics, AI, and biotech, making Singapore #7 globally for unicorn creation.

πŸ’³ FinTech Powerhouse

520+ fintech companies with 8 unicorns. MAS licenses 100+ digital banking, payment, and capital market firms. Home to Trust Bank, GXS Bank, digital payments network PayNow/SGQR used by 90%+ of businesses, and the world's largest FinTech Festival.

πŸ”— Crypto & Digital Assets

33+ MAS-licensed crypto providers including Coinbase, Circle, Ripple, Sygnum, and Paxos. First stablecoin regulations, wholesale CBDC trials, and DTSP framework position Singapore as Asia's regulated digital asset hub.

πŸ€– AI Innovation Hub

650+ AI startups with $8.4B+ in venture funding. Trax ($1B+), ADVANCE.AI, and Tookitaki lead the charge. National AI Strategy 2031, quantum computing programs, and 50+ FI innovation centers drive transformation.

πŸ’° Sovereign Capital

GIC ($800B AUM) and Temasek ($484B portfolio) anchor global investment flows. Combined with CPF ($397B), Singapore manages $1.6T+ in sovereign wealthβ€”among the world's largest concentrations of institutional capital.

🌏 Gateway to ASEAN

Strategic access to 660M+ consumers across Southeast Asia. #4 global startup ecosystem, #1 in ASEAN. Zero capital gains tax, 100% foreign ownership, English common law, and world-class infrastructure for regional expansion.

Conference Themes

Exploring the frontiers of finance, technology, and innovation

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Digital Banking & Neobanks
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Blockchain & Tokenization
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AI in Financial Services
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Digital Asset Custody
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Green Finance & ESG
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Quantum-Safe Security
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Wholesale CBDC & Stablecoins
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RegTech & Compliance
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WealthTech & Robo-Advisory
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HealthTech & MedTech
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Logistics & Supply Chain Tech
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PropTech & Smart Buildings
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Cross-Border Payments
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Super Apps & Embedded Finance
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Sovereign Wealth Strategies

Event Formats

Curated experiences designed for meaningful connections and deal-making

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Keynote Summit

High-impact presentations from sovereign wealth leaders, unicorn founders, and regulatory visionaries

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Investor Connect

Curated meetings with Temasek, GIC, family offices, and top-tier VC firms across ASEAN

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Startup Showcase

Pitch competitions and demo days featuring Series A-C companies seeking regional expansion

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Regulatory Dialogues

Intimate sessions with MAS, ACRA, and regional financial authorities on licensing and compliance

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Executive Dinners

Private gatherings at Marina Bay Sands and Raffles for C-suite relationship building

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Deep-Dive Workshops

Hands-on sessions on tokenization, AI governance, and cross-border payment implementation

Singapore Ecosystem Highlights

Key institutions and infrastructure powering Asia's financial hub

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MAS

Central bank & regulator driving fintech innovation

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Temasek

$484B sovereign investor backing global champions

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GIC

$800B sovereign wealth fund with 20-year horizon

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Vertex Ventures

Temasek-backed VC with global network

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NUS / NTU

World-class research & talent pipeline

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PSA International

30M+ TEUsβ€”world's busiest transshipment hub

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Changi Airport

Global connectivity to 100+ countries

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Marina Bay Sands

Iconic integrated resort & MICE destination

Why Attend Singapore Master Expos

Your gateway to Asia's most sophisticated business ecosystem

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Access Capital

Connect with $1.3T+ in sovereign wealth, 400+ VC firms, and the world's most active family office hub for your expansion capital.

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Regional Expansion

Use Singapore as your launchpad to 660M+ ASEAN consumers. Establish partnerships with regional distributors and expansion partners.

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Regulatory Clarity

Engage directly with MAS on licensing pathways. Singapore's sandbox programs and clear frameworks de-risk your market entry.

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Elite Network

Join 100+ exhibitors across fintech, AI, crypto, real estate, and logistics. Forge partnerships with unicorn operators and enterprise buyers.

Join Singapore Master Expos 2026

Be part of Asia's premier business exhibition bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders from across the globe.