EP3-46 | The Taiwan Advantage: The Connections Every Global Founder Should Make

EP3-46 | The Taiwan Advantage: The Connections Every Global Founder Should Make

Author: Meet Global @Business Next Media July 20, 2026 Duration: 31:38

In this episode, we sit down with Cher Sion, Quan, Chairman and Advisor of 3D/CP-GENAI, to discuss why he chose Taiwan as the launchpad for AI-powered 3D-printed construction. Beyond the technology, Quan shares his vision for Taiwan's role in the future of construction, the opportunities he believes many international founders overlook, and the connections that helped him establish his business here. For global entrepreneurs considering Taiwan, this episode offers practical insights into building the right network and navigating the local startup ecosystem.

  • Why Taiwan is an ideal market for AI-powered 3D printed construction
  • Opportunities in Taiwan that many foreign founders overlook
  • Taiwan's place in the future of construction innovation
  • The key organizations and connections that helped launch 3DCPGENAI
  • Practical advice for international entrepreneurs looking to build a business in Taiwan


📍 About Host: Paolo Joseph Lising
Senior Global Community Builder, Business Next Media Corp. 巨思媒體集團
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🌏 Helping foreign founders navigate Taiwan’s startup ecosystem by bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to share practical insights and support more global startups in Taiwan.
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There's a vibrant, often overlooked ecosystem of innovation humming away on an island in the Pacific. Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast pulls back the curtain on this world, offering a direct line to the founders, investors, and technologists shaping Taiwan's future. Each episode moves beyond headlines to explore the real stories behind the region's rise in cutting-edge fields like semiconductors, AI, and biotech. You'll hear candid conversations about the journey from garage to global scale, including the pursuit of that elusive unicorn status, and how these companies are building crucial bridges to markets across Asia and the world. Produced by Meet Global at Business Next Media, this series serves as an essential audio companion for anyone curious about the business and technology landscapes being redrawn today. It’s not just about what’s being built, but about the people building it and the unique position Taiwan holds in the global chain of innovation. Tune in for grounded, insightful discussions that connect the dots between ambitious ideas, practical execution, and international opportunity.
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