Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast

Kevin had a wonderful conversation with the two hosts during this podcast interview. He discussed the reasons for coming to Taiwan in the past and what attracted him to stay. After staying, he embarked on several different adventures related to startups, including starting a new gaming company, investing in startups, and assisting them. He shared his personal perspective on how Taiwan can attract...

Guest host Asianometry is about to bid farewell to the Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast. Listen to his parting words before he leaves and the insightful suggestions he has shared with us. In this episode of Startup Island Taiwan Podcast, you will find out:  Why Jon Came to Taiwan? The Beginning of the YouTube Channel and the Road to Success Experiences of Living in Different Countries Unforgetta...

This episode of the Startup Island TAIWAN podcast features Cathy Huang, Venture Partner at Palm Drive Capital, as we discuss Taiwan's new economy and the characteristics of entrepreneurs through their lens. 1. Get to know Palm Drive Capital: Day to day Life of a Venture Capitalist 2. What kind of deal is Palm Drive Capital looking for? Do they have a preference for certain types of entrepreneurs?...

According to estimates from the United Nations, 500 million people worldwide receive a diabetes diagnosis every five seconds, and by 2030, there will be an estimated 643 million cases. Ed Deng noticed how time-consuming and error-prone it was for family members to record their blood sugar levels on a regular basis in order to effectively manage diabetes, particularly while interacting with carers...

According to estimates from the United Nations, 500 million people worldwide receive a diabetes diagnosis every five seconds, and by 2030, there will be an estimated 643 million cases. Ed Deng noticed how time-consuming and error-prone it was for family members to record their blood sugar levels on a regular basis in order to effectively manage diabetes, particularly while interacting with carers...

In the very precise aerospace sector, confidence is essential. NASA intends to deploy several "Data Cubes" on the moon in September of 2023. These cubes will enable astronauts in the future to "check in'' and use blockchain technology to confirm their existence on the moon. The information on the blockchain can be used to validate any scepticism or conspiracy ideas. Not only NASA, but even Slovaki...

Global digital technology is booming, particularly in the midst of the epidemic, when a lot of activities have moved fully online and are flooding the internet with a tonne of data and information. Acknowledging the potential for decentralisation and immutability of blockchain technology to improve certificate administration in a number of industries, Jeff established Turing Space in 2018 with the...

Cooby, a Taipei-based startup founded in late 2020, created a CRM application that combines data from LINE and Gmail into WhatsApp. Taiwanese people were less familiar with WhatsApp than they were with LINE, but it has more potential and could bring in more money. The Cooby team chose to focus on WhatsApp in order to achieve the larger objective. The benefits that follow are not only substantial—t...

AI is the future of technological growth, pointing the way towards previously unheard-of breakthroughs. But behind the surface, the complex web of data is unquestionably the engine that drives AI to its zenith. The quality, accessibility, and use of data are closely related to artificial intelligence's capacity for transformation. In summary, although AI is a fascinating field, the real magic is f...

Today, technology is the most sought-after component of our diets, as seen by the global agrifood industry's increasing investment in innovative projects and businesses, such as those involved in food technology. The industry aims to adapt with the times and satisfy the needs of ever-demanding customers who have more sustainable and nutritious eating habits. SPACE-F is Thailand's first food tech i...

With its stablecoin USDC continuing to rank in the top 3 cryptocurrencies in terms of trading volume, Circle has been a significant player in the cryptocurrency space. As USDC is more transparent and complies with regulations than USDT, some investors believe it to be a safer stablecoin. Its real-time reserve reports and routine audits give users confidence that the token is supported by real asse...

For entrepreneurs searching for the perfect setting in which to launch or grow their enterprise, New Jersey is a shining example. The state offers a whole package that is designed for success thanks to its highly educated people, advantageous location, encouraging business climate, diverse economy, and great quality of life. Its wealth of resources—from substantial support networks to financial in...

Have you ever considered the possibility that a loved one of yours has cancer? If you were in that circumstance, how would you respond? Before his father's initial cancer diagnosis in 2015 and the subsequent three cancer diagnoses, Po Chen worked as the head of the IT security division at Morgan Stanley Financial in the US. He learned that his father's treatment plan was difficult and that he woul...

Gorilla Technology, founded by Dr. Spincer Koh, started out as a video analytics business that grew quickly into a smart city solutions provider with cybersecurity. Gorilla was built on the premise that disruptive technologies have completely changed how people work and communicate. Intelligent products are widely available. Gorilla Technology came to the realisation that IoT devices enable every...

Every business in the thriving mobile gaming industry aims to attract players, keep them interested, and convert them into devoted, paying customers. Such a procedure has traditionally been a major league game that only the biggest players could afford. Bubbleye, a rapidly expanding AI startup formed up of AI professionals and devotees of mobile gaming, ​​has already helped some of the world's bes...

Remote work was not prevalent 10 years ago. Remote employment was more popular during the early phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, and research has shown that it offers benefits beyond preventing disease transmission. Remote employment has revealed a treasure mine of skills from all around the world. Geographic barriers no longer hinder firms when it comes to attracting top-tier employees in this li...

The process of evaluating applications for Know-Your-Customers (KYC) demands significant time, effort, and resources from both sides of the business. AuthMe effectively addresses these challenges through its patented technologies, streamlining onboarding with their eKYC solutions powered by Biometric ID verification, Facial Recognition, Liveness Detection, and complemented by Fraud Detection capab...

E-commerce has changed people's lives dramatically. According to a BigCommerce trend research, although e-commerce purchases accounted for 14.1% of worldwide retail sales, the figure is expected to rise to 22% by 2023. There are a number of new e-commerce trends that have emerged over the years, including the mobile consumer experience, social software shopping, and precision marketing. When peopl...

Nowadays, content is a vital business asset for many firms, therefore managing it is critical. A content management system offers a user-friendly, efficient, and organised approach to content production and management, making it a must-have tool for individuals, organisations, and organisations looking to develop and maintain a strong online presence. Storipress, a two-year-old business that build...

An increasing number of people keep furry pals at home. During the epidemic, people are looking for companionship and emotional support as they spend more time at home alone which has increased pet adoption and ownership. Consequently, pet sitting has become a source of frustration for many owners and the appeal of pet-sitting services has increased. Candace Chen's innovative pet-sitting platform...

The insurance industry is one of the slower moving industries in the world; aside from the increased variety of insurance products, little has changed in terms of how consumers purchase insurance now and how they did 20 years ago. Targeting market pain points, Lydia. AI leverages AI and global health data, establishing a risk scoring engine that generates an accurate and precise rating of one's ov...

Taiwan offers a dynamic startup ecosystem with a vibrant tech industry, a supportive government, and access to top engineering talents. An increasing trend of foreign entrepreneurs building up their startups in Taiwan is growing. CreatorDB is a Taiwan-based startup founded by an American entrepreneur. Combining the innovative spirit of Taiwan with international expertise, CreatorDB has emerged as...

AI and Large Language Models like ChatGPT have significantly impacted the semiconductor business. These technological developments have created new market opportunities and increased the need for constant innovation to keep up with the changing needs of the AI-powered world. The demand for powerful data processing and high-performance computing will increase as AI applications spread across n...

Guitar Hero holds a special place in the hearts of those who grew up playing the game during their childhood. It was first published by RedOctane in 2005 and quickly became a worldwide phenomenon, selling over 1.5 million copies globally. However, what many may not know is that the journey of Guitar Hero started with the entrepreneurial spirit of Kai Huang and his brother. They initially ventured...

Semiconductors are the backbone of modern technology, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Taiwan dominates the global semiconductor market, manufacturing over 60% of all semiconductors worldwide and a staggering 90% of the most advanced ones. The country's leading semiconductor manufacturer, TSMC, has been the sole producer of the most advanced semiconductors, which have exclusively been made i...