From May 20 to 22, 2026, "Asia Tech x Singapore 2026 (ATxSG)," one of Asia's largest technology conferences, was held at the Singapore EXPO. Hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and other partners, the conference brought together business leaders driving innovation across Asia. After three days of high energy and enthusiasm, the event concluded as a massive success.

On the final day, May 22, ICMG Group hosted a large-scale summit segment at "The AI Summit Singapore Stage" aimed at connecting the ecosystems of Japan and Asia. The venue was packed to standing room only, creating an atmosphere that radiated the intense passion of companies and investors looking toward global expansion.

■ Presenting a Grand Vision Connecting Japan and the Global South In his opening message, Group COO Gen Funahashi pointed out that "local economies and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 75% of Japan's GDP and 70% of its employment, meaning the future of Japan lies in regional growth." He strongly emphasized that to solve regional challenges—such as a rapidly declining population and an aging society—and to dramatically improve productivity, "AI is not a mere trend, but an essential infrastructure."

As the "Only One Ecosystem Orchestrator," ICMG Group goes beyond simply facilitating corporate introductions. We make direct investments ("skin in the game") in startups through our own fund. By connecting the cutting-edge AI technologies of the Global South with Japanese regional assets—such as regional banks, universities, hospitals, and airports—ICMG is building a sustainable co-creation model designed to "solve local issues with global AI."

In the subsequent session themed "Japan's Regional Economy × Global South × AI," speakers included Keiichiro Irie of The 77 Bank; Takamasa Sasaki, Representative Director and President of AI DATA, a leading AI company in Japan; and Kentaroh Toyoda, Director of AIFT. Cutting-edge discussions integrating regional revitalization with global innovation unfolded, enveloping the venue in unprecedented excitement.

■ The Ecosystem Wave Created by ICMG Today, with the rapid expansion of the digital economy, collaborating with the Asian market and enhancing global presence has become an urgent priority for Japanese companies. Through the execution of this large-scale Japan-Asia summit segment, ICMG Group demonstrated to the world its position as a top leader generating a massive ecosystem wave—acting as a bridge between Japan and the globe to support Japanese enterprises.

The ecosystem ICMG envisions is not about providing temporary overseas expansion support; rather, it is about building a sustainable "innovation corridor" where the strengths of Japan and Asia seamlessly blend. Grounded in the intellectual capital management we have cultivated for over 25 years since our founding, we remain deeply committed to driving sustainable growth and global success for Japanese companies.

If your company is interested in participating in our ecosystem or would like to consult with us regarding the global innovation initiatives presented at this event, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

ICMG Group is a business co-creation partner for Japanese companies, delivering concrete results through collaboration with diverse stakeholders by visualizing a company's invisible value—its intellectual capital—which does not appear on the balance sheet.

For over 25 years, operating from bases in Tokyo, Singapore, Bangalore, Abu Dhabi, Nairobi, Shanghai, and Stockholm, the Group has committed to driving outcomes for Japanese companies through end-to-end client co-creation. Our comprehensive services encompass the visualization of intellectual capital (the source of corporate value), strategy development based on these insights, execution, leadership development, business investment, venture capital, M&A, recruiting, and the establishment and management of joint ventures.

Additionally, we have established a joint venture in Singapore with Tokyo Electric Power Company and Chubu Electric Power Company to invest in renewable energy and next-generation infrastructure, and we have formed a partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on SDG innovation. Through our venture capital arm, we have co-invested in India alongside top-tier global firms such as Sequoia Capital, Google, and Tiger Global Management.

The core strength of the ICMG Group—which has driven such diverse initiatives—lies in its Intellectual Capital Management. This approach consistently visualizes the invisible assets of companies and organizations, envisions their future purpose, and brings their value creation to life.

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