SINGAPORE, 25 September 2024 – WIZ.AI has been recognized as one of ASEAN’s top 30 growth-stage companies at the prestigious NextGen Tech 30 event, hosted by Granite Asia. Held on 24 September 2024 at SGX’s IPO Arena, and being observed by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister, Mr. Heng Swee Keat, this milestone highlights WIZ.AI’s commitment to driving technological innovation and growth across Southeast Asia, reinforcing WIZ.AI’s leadership in AI-powered solutions for customer engagement and business transformation. WIZ.AI’s Co-Founder and CEO, Jennifer Zhang, was present to accept the award on behalf of the organization.
This distinction places WIZ.AI among the top innovators in ASEAN, acknowledging the company’s contributions to advancing AI technology and fostering business growth across the region. NextGen Tech 30, ASEAN’s first public-private initiative, aims to accelerate the success of key tech companies through recognition, investment, and growth support. As one of the top 30 companies on this list, WIZ.AI is honored to stand alongside other innovators who are shaping the future of the region’s technology landscape. See full list.
Advancing AI Innovation in ASEAN
WIZ.AI’s selection was based on its commitment to innovation, with its proprietary platform offering human-like AI agents powered by generative AI. The company’s solutions are transforming customer engagement for enterprises, enabling significant productivity improvements while maintaining an authentic customer experience.
The company also met the award’s accelerating traction criteria, demonstrating robust year-on-year revenue growth of over 30%. WIZ.AI’s continued expansion within the ASEAN market, with operations in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines, further solidified its place among the region’s most promising tech enablers.
Looking Ahead
WIZ.AI’s inclusion in NextGen Tech 30 is a pivotal moment in its journey toward becoming a global leader in AI innovation. The company’s ongoing efforts to help enterprises across ASEAN thrive through AI-driven transformation have placed it at the forefront of the region’s tech landscape.
About Granite Asia
Granite Asia, formerly known as GGV Capital Asia, stands as Asia’s premier multi-asset investment platform, strategically headquartered in Singapore. With $5 billion in assets under management (AUM), the firm has significantly impacted the APAC region, encompassing Southeast Asia, Japan, China, India, and Australia.
Granite Asia’s impressive portfolio includes 48 companies valued over $1 billion and 29 successful IPOs. Its investment focus revolves around five key themes: Consumer Growth & Transformation, Enterprise Workflow & Supply Chain, Food Systems & Sustainability, Health Innovation & Wellness, and Energy Transition & Automation, driving transformative growth across diverse industries. Read more.
About WIZ.AI
WIZ.AI provides enterprise-grade conversational AI solutions to enhance customer experience and increase operational efficiency. WIZ.AI’s AI Agents provide human-like engagement to facilitate customer interactions at scale, enabling businesses worldwide to connect with their customers and provide exceptional customer service and strong business ROI. Currently, WIZ.AI caters to over 300 clients across 17 countries. WIZ.AI’s solutions span industries including Banking and Finance, Telco, Healthcare, E-Commerce, and FMCG, providing solutions for customer growth, customer support, collection, contact center insights, and order taking. Read more.