- AICONversation
- Oct 28
- 4 min read
Left to right: Ms Jayce Tham, Mr. Jaze Phua, Dr. James Ong, Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Mr Ong Tze Boon, Mr. Michael Lee and Mr. Vincent Lau
Singapore, 10 October 2025 – AICON x BeyondXpo 2025 wrapped its two-day showcase on a high note at Beyond X Building, drawing more than 2,000 visitors across its public and professional programs. The event brought together innovators, creators, and industry leaders under the theme “AI for Everyone” — spotlighting how artificial intelligence can transform business, creativity, and community life.
The opening ceremony featured three keynote addresses that framed Singapore’s growing position in the global AI movement.
Guest of Honour Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information, delivered the opening address, highlighting the need to build an inclusive, AI-fluent workforce and the government’s efforts to increase AI literacy for all Singaporeans.
“Singapore’s Vision for an AI-Literate Nation,” emphasising the need to build an inclusive, AI-fluent workforce and the government’s ongoing efforts to enable digital participation for all Singaporeans.
Mr Ong Tze Boon, Chairman of ONG&ONG and Co-Founder of BeyondX, reflected on the evolution of BeyondX from a design platform into an ecosystem that bridges innovation and human experience. He credited Enterprise Singapore’s support and reaffirmed BeyondX’s commitment to cultivating an interdisciplinary community of “believers, dreamers, and disruptors” shaping the phygital future.
Dr James Ong, Co-Founder of AICON and Founder of the Artificial Intelligence International Institute (AIII), outlined the vision behind “AI for Humanity.” A pioneer with 4 decades in AI research, venture and advocacy, Dr Ong emphasised the importance of sustainable, ethical, and human-centric AI innovation and also AI literacy and fluency for the public while encouraging Singapore’s youth and creative sectors to lead in responsible AI adoption.
Creativity Meets Technology
The showcase’s public program was led by Jaze Phua, Co-Founder of AICON, Founder of Dear.AI, and GenTube. Known for his viral social content and AI-driven creative experiments, Jaze curated a series of social-media activations that reached thousands online, blending humour, storytelling, and generative art to make AI accessible to everyday users. 🎥 Watch: AICON 2025 Reel 1 | Reel 2
Workshops throughout the weekend covered topics from generative design and AI music to education, sustainability, and future workplaces. International partners included YTN World (Korea) IMI-Asia, e2i, reflecting the cross-regional collaboration that AICON champions.
Looking Ahead
Following this year’s success, the organisers announced plans for AICON 2026, expanding the platform’s global partnerships, youth programs, and creative industry dialogues.
“AI is not just a technology; it’s a cultural shift on everyday life for all of us. We want AICON to be where Singapore meets the world through AI creativity and purpose,” said Dr James Ong.
“AICON shows that AI belongs to everyone — from coders to creators to the curious. Our goal is to make AI fun, relatable, and human,” added Jaze Phua.
From left to right: Johnny lau, Creator of Mr Kaisu, Jack Neo, Jayce Tham and Jaze Phua
Highlights of AICON x BeyondXpo 2025
Event Recap at a Glance
📍 Venue: Beyond X Building, 21 Keppel Road, Singapore 089067 🗓 Dates: 3–4 October 2025 👥 Attendance: ~2,000 visitors across 2 days 🎙 Speakers & Highlights: Mdm Rahayu Mahzam, Dr James Ong, Mr Ong Tze Boon, Prof. Ko Sam-seog, AI Singapore Panel, Dear.AI Workshop Series 🔗 Website: www.aicon.show
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Media and Partners
AICON x BeyondXpo 2025 is presented by AICON Capital and BeyondX with partners including Tesla, Virality Group, CreativesAtWork, Dear.AI, IMI Asia, Hustle and Bustle and AIII.
Media contact
Daryl Dee Teo-Chan | dee@blessinc.asia | +65 96701646
About AICON 2025
AICON is the World’s #1 AI Consumer Show. It brings together global leaders, creators, and disruptors for an immersive festival that explores how AI shapes everyday life, from business and education to creativity and play. Held in Singapore, AICON champions AI literacy, ethical innovation, and open collaboration across borders and disciplines.
About BeyondX & BeyondXpo
BeyondX is a future-ready innovation ecosystem and visionary platform that explores how technology can be a transformative catalyst in everyday life. Anchored at the BeyondX Living Lab & Incubation Space (official name), known publicly as the Beyond X Building at 21 Keppel Road, BeyondX serves as the physical hub where ideas, collaborations, and incubations come alive.
BeyondX is designed around three core functions:
Living Lab: a collaborative environment for testing and showcasing technology
Incubator Space: nurturing start-ups and SMEs across diverse sectors
Centre of Excellence: connecting academia, corporates, and government for knowledge exchange
BeyondXpo 2025 is the inaugural showcase of the BeyondX ecosystem, hosted at the BeyondX Living Lab & Incubation Space. It is a milestone platform that brings together members, start-ups, corporates, and government agencies to highlight innovations shaping how we live, work, and play. Through fireside chats with ecosystem leaders, real-world innovation stories, and start-up exhibits across the LIVE | WORK | PLAY pillars, BeyondXpo marks the first step in what will grow into an annual gathering of innovators shaping the future.
Website: www.beyondx.co
