The New Era of Southeast Asia Tech: AI, Deep Tech, Global Scaling and the Future of Energy of Thailand - EP681

The New Era of Southeast Asia Tech: AI, Deep Tech, Global Scaling and the Future of Energy of Thailand - EP681

Author: Jeremy Au March 26, 2026 Duration: 45:50

Is the "Uber for Southeast Asia" era officially over? In this episode, Jeremy Au sits down with Wing Vasiksiri of Analog Ventures to analyze the massive shift in the regional venture landscape. As immigration to the US tightens, Singapore has emerged as the global magnet for top-tier engineering talent from China, India, and across ASEAN.

They dive deep into why Wing transitioned from a Solo GP to joining Analog Ventures, the emergence of second-time technical founders, and the critical "funding gap" currently facing the region. The conversation also tackles the brewing energy crisis in Thailand and its second-order effects on data centers, agriculture, and the potential for a nuclear future in Southeast Asia.


In this episode:

00:00 Intro: The struggle for local startups in 2026

02:04 Why Wing Vasiksiri joined Analog Ventures

04:00 The "lonely" reality of being a Solo GP

07:30 The missing product: Institutional Lead Seed Investors

09:40 The Southeast Asia funding gap (Seed to Growth)

11:50 Global-first: The new Singapore startup thesis

14:40 US Immigration: Why talent is choosing Singapore over SF

19:10 The rise of technical and "indigenous" founders

27:10 AI App Store moments and Deep Tech tailwinds

31:10 The 3 challenges of commercializing R&D in Singapore

36:30 Thailand’s Energy Crisis: 90% oil dependency

42:50 Second-order effects: Data centers and Biofuels


Resources:

Thailand’s Power Generation Mix December 2025 https://www.jewelarc.com/performance/

Global Energy Shock: Southeast Asia & China Effects & Countermeasures - BRAVE E679 https://youtu.be/bkA6VTDSBB0 


Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/wing-vasiksiri-singapore-venture-capital

Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at https://www.bravesea.com

WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz

Twitter X : https://x.com/jeremyau

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea

English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts


#Singapore #Thailand #VentureCapital #Startup #Podcast #southeastasia #techpodcast


There’s a unique energy building across Southeast Asia, a sense of possibility that’s palpable from Singapore’s skyscrapers to the bustling streets of Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur. BRAVE Southeast Asia Tech captures that momentum by going beyond the headlines and funding announcements. Host Jeremy Au, a venture capitalist and serial founder with a background from Harvard and Berkeley, steers these conversations with a distinct perspective-one that balances the hard metrics of growth with the very human elements of leadership and personal development. Each episode feels like a candid, in-depth dialogue, whether he’s speaking with a first-time founder navigating early traction or a seasoned investor mapping regional trends. You’ll hear genuine stories about building companies, the tough lessons learned from failures, and the often-overlooked journey of staying grounded while scaling rapidly. This isn’t about presenting a polished facade of success; it’s about the real work of creating something meaningful. With over eighty thousand regular listeners, this podcast has become a key resource for anyone invested in the region’s tech ecosystem. Jeremy brings his own experiences as a sci-fi enthusiast and a father into the mix, often exploring how broader perspectives on the future and empathy shape better leaders. Tune in for practical insights on venture capital, entrepreneurship, and management, all framed within the vibrant and complex tapestry of Southeast Asia. New conversations arrive every Monday, offering a thoughtful pause to reflect on how we build what’s next.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

BRAVE Southeast Asia Tech: Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Thailand & Malaysia Startups, Founders & Venture Capital VC (English)
Podcast Episodes