Sapna Chadha

Sapna Chadha and Florian Hoppe discussed the key takeaways from the Google e-Conomy SEA 2023 report. They emphasized the importance of user participation in the digital economy and the potential for growth. They also discussed the decline in funding for startups in Southeast Asia and how they are adapting. The concept of high-value users (HVUs) who account for 70% of economy spending was highlighted. The growth potential of digital payments in the region and the risks of excluding certain users were explored. The role of exits, profitability, and new technologies in achieving future advancements was also discussed.

Join industry leaders Sapna Chadha, Vice President at Google for Southeast Asia, Florian Hoppe from Bain & Company, and Cassie Wu of Temasek as they celebrate the e-Conomy SEA report's 10th anniversary. They discuss Southeast Asia’s surprising digital economy growth, now valued at $300 billion, and its position as the most AI-curious region globally. The guests explore the rise of video commerce, the shift towards sustainable profitability, and future visions for an inclusive AI landscape. Insights into resilience through crises round out this enlightening dialogue.

In this engaging discussion, Sapna Chadha, Vice President at Google, Florian Hoppe from Bain & Company, and Fock Wai Hoong of Temasek dive into Southeast Asia's booming digital economy. They reveal the region's impressive $263 billion GMV and the rapid adoption of AI, backed by $30 billion in investments. The guests emphasize the importance of trust in digital finance, the rise of video commerce, and how embedded insurance is reshaping monetization strategies. With a vision for inclusion and growth, they highlight the exciting landscape of opportunities ahead.