The panel explored how corporates can play a strategic role in strengthening the startup ecosystem, highlighting approaches from Oracle Netsuite Asia & Japan, Google Cloud, and NTT.
Speakers emphasised that support must extend beyond credits, with joint business investments, ecosystem integration, and resource-sharing seen as crucial. NTT’s venture client model, Oracle’s software development network, and Google Cloud’s mentorship and technical support were presented as examples of effective collaboration. Startups, however, face difficulties in identifying the right stakeholders and ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Looking ahead, NTT is preparing to host a Startup Pitch Day in Jakarta, while Google Cloud is set to launch a hackathon in Singapore. These initiatives aim to deepen engagement, provide growth opportunities, and strengthen ties between large organisations and startups. Together, the discussion underscored how corporates, when aligned with entrepreneurial needs, can become key partners in innovation and long-term growth.
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