AsianFin – The much-anticipated NEX-T Summit 20205 opened Saturday in Stanford University, bringing together leading entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, and policymakers to discuss the future of global technology and capital. 

With the theme "New Era of X-Tech," the summit will spotlight breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, sustainable development, and digital economic transformation, while addressing shifts in global industries.

Fiona Ma, the 34 Treasurer of California, welcomed the participants in a message.  “This summit brings together global leaders from technology, finance, venture capital and academia to exchange ideas and explore the future of innovation,” she noted. “As an advocate for entrepreneurs and cross-border collaboration, I deeply admire vision behind this event, empowering Asian innovators, amplifying diverse voices and building bridges between industries and communities.” 

Chiling Tong, the President & CEO of National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship, said the summit arrived at a “pivotal moment.”

“Across the world, artificial intelligence, new technologies and shifting global dynamics are transforming how we work, how we live and how we connect,” said Tong. “These changes bring extraordinary opportunities, but also profound changes. As Asian American leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators and policy makers, we have a vital role to play not only in advancing technology and business, but also in building cultural bridges, strengthening trust and shaping an inclusive global future.”

The summit is jointly hosted by NextFin.AI, Global Asian Leaders Alliance (GALA), TMTPOST Group, Shanda Group, and Barron's China.