The much-anticipated Singapore Week of Innovation & Technology (SWITCH) and TechInnovation transformed Singapore into the ultimate destination for tech enthusiasts, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Held from 28 to 30 October, SWITCH set the stage for the future of innovation, drawing over 20,000 innovators, tech leaders, and investors from across the globe to witness the future unfold before their eyes.  

Amongst the many startups showcasing their innovations, six powerhouse teams from Nanyang Technological University (NTU), incubated by NTUitive — the Innovation & Enterprise Office of NTU, were put in the spotlight, to prove that they’re at the forefront of the next big wave in tech.  

These teams included ELGO AI, HeyHi, Micro-Dynamic Imaging, NRGSense Technologies, Pints.ai, and SECTA5, each bringing groundbreaking solutions to the forefront of the global innovation landscape. 

At TechInnovation, 12 groundbreaking technologies were exhibited, each offering a glimpse into what’s next for industries ranging from AI to sustainability.  

But there was more to it than just showing off impressive tech. The NTUpreneur Academy students were right there in the mix, stepping into the world of entrepreneurship – deep diving into conversations with entrepreneurs, exploring new tech, and connecting with leaders who were making waves in the tech world. 

Join student reporter Guo Ziwei, as she takes us behind the scenes of this high-energy event and dives deep into the stories of the passionate entrepreneurs of the future tech that is shaping the world. 

Get ready to be inspired by the innovative minds who are leading the charge into tomorrow!  

Kookree — AI and Computer Vision Solutions 

We had the privilege of meeting Mr Kelvin Kok, CEO and co-founder of Kookree, who is also an alumnus, adjunct lecturer, and mentor of NTUpreneur’s Technopreneurship & Innovation Programme (TIP).  

Kookree is all about pushing the limits of generative AI and computer vision, especially when it comes to making our cities safer and smarter. We’re talking next-level tech for a next-level world. At the event, entrepreneur Mr Kelvin dropped some serious knowledge: in today’s fast-moving business world, staying agile is key. He explained that entrepreneurs need to constantly adapt to market shifts and tweak their strategies if they want to keep their edge. It's all about staying ahead of the curve—because in the game of innovation, if you're not moving forward, you're falling behind. 

Pints.ai — AI Tools for Protecting Financial Data Privacy 

Meet Mr. Calvin Tan, the co-founder and CTO of Pints.ai, who’s making major waves in the world of data privacy. A Business Analytics graduate from Nanyang Business School, Calvin is all about using AI to help financial professionals analyse sensitive data securely and efficiently—solving a huge gap in the market for privacy-focused financial tools. 

But what really helped Calvin get to where he is today? According to him, it was the amazing team of mentors and the hands-on courses offered by NTUitive. He credits them for turning his passion for AI from just an idea into real, market-ready products. Plus, NTUitive opened up tons of opportunities for Pints.ai to showcase their innovations, giving the company massive exposure and setting them up for future growth. 

Micro-Dynamic Imaging — Ophthalmic Diagnostic Equipment 

Micro-Dynamic Imaging is revolutionizing eye care with cutting-edge ophthalmic biometric devices designed to address the growing issue of myopia in Singapore.

With 20% of children developing myopia by the age of seven and over 80% of adults affected, this is a major public health concern. However, the company's innovative technology not only ensures exceptional measurement accuracy but also significantly reduces costs. This makes advanced diagnostic tools more accessible to schools and communities, offering more people the opportunity to achieve better eye health.

Chen Xi, the company’s co-founder, is committed to transforming his groundbreaking research into practical solutions for the prevention and control of myopia. He firmly believes that his work has immense commercial potential and is channeling his entrepreneurial spirit to turn academic success into products with real societal value.

The journey began during Chen Xi’s doctoral studies at NTU, where he pioneered the development of this technology. By maintaining high measurement accuracy while lowering costs, Micro-Dynamic Imaging empowers schools and communities to adopt advanced diagnostic equipment, providing broader access to eye health solutions.

This innovative approach underscores Chen Xi’s vision: to create impactful products that address a pressing health challenge in Singapore, giving more individuals the chance to protect and improve their vision.

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Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is known worldwide for its game-changing research in Science and Engineering, and it’s no surprise why. At the TechInnovation NTU booth, we got a firsthand look at 12 mind-blowing innovations from NTU  research teams, like low-cost purple photosynthetic bacteria cultivation, oxygen-rich thin-film hollow fiber membranes, and hybrid-material micro-additive manufacturing tech. Talk about next-level science!