10 Most Innovative Asian AI Startups of the Past Decade - Part 1
These Asian-founded startups introduce AI use cases that boggle the imagination and stretch the limits of socially acceptable uses.
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10 Most Innovative Asian AI Startups of the Past Decade - Part 1
These Asian-founded startups introduce AI use cases that boggle the imagination and stretch the limits of socially acceptable uses.
Mayor Michelle Wu Doesn’t Boast About Breaking Barriers
Boston’s first mayor of color doesn’t talk about her ethnicity much, in sharp contrast to the front-running mayoral candidate of that other big city.
Jon Wang and Jeffery Liu Revolutionize Healthcare Call Centers
Assort Health has achieved a $750 million valuation with an AI solution to cut costs and improve patient care for over 140 clinics.
Fijiana Raps for Bay Area Browns
With a viral hit and growing social media presence, rapper Fijiana adds earth tones to the Bay Area music palette.
Suni Lee Had a Beam and a Dream
Suni Lee’s humble beginnings guided her through her golden journey that has inspired millions of Asian athletes around the world.
The Neptunes’ Chad Hugo Helped Shape 21st Century American Music
The Filipino American producer’s creative energy powered countless hits by Jay-Z, Britney Spears, and Snoop Dogg.
Pat Chun Has Led Both Sides of the Apple Cup
The first Asian American athletic director of a Power Four school is navigating changes in collegiate athletics while safeguarding the storied Apple Cup.
AleXa Evolves into Kim Seri
K-pop star AleXa built a unique global niche with her explosive performances, viral videos, and a win on American Song Contest.
Jensen Huang's 5 Pivotal Decisions for Nvidia
Growing Nvidia into the world's first $4 trillion company and the epicenter of the AI industry took a series of brilliant strategic pivots by its ...
Vivek Ranadivé Saved the Sacramento Kings
The MIT grad parlayed his finance technology startup into profitable ownership of the Sacramento Kings.
Wackiest Asian Influencers Online
Over-the-top energy is what you need to keep people coming back and these wacky influencers know exactly what they’re doing.
The Fashion World Bows to Kim Shui
Her unapologetic blending of tradition and dazzle infuses Chinese heritage into her powerful runway looks.
Arvin Chen’s RomComs Win International Acclaim
The success of his Taiwanese films has earned Chen Hollywood gigs as director and screenwriter.
Julie Chen Moonves is Big Brother’s Forever Host
Being an Asian American pioneer in television, Julie Chen Moonves has broken barriers and built her own legacy on our screens.
John Hu’s Stan Powers Influencer Millions
Struggles with monetizing his own social media helped John Hu build Stan, a platform that empowers creators to turn their followings into businesses.
Brainiest Asian Influencers Online
Here are 5 of the smartest influencers that are using their brains to help inspire and educate viewers online.
Regina Song Breathes New Life into Teen Emo-Pop
A viral single, a hit debut album, and a sold-out tour is making the young Singaporean a fresh breeze on the global music scene.
K-Pop Group 1Verse Pulls Across the DMZ
Two North Korean defector members gives 1Verse’s debut a strong social media lift.
Nathan Xu Goes TransPacific for Quick AI Profitability
The insight that selling the Plaud AI NotePin in China would merely invite cutthroat competition helped a Chinese entrepreneur build a lucrative American business.
Chinese Victoria’s Secret Angels
Five Chinese beauties are lighting up runways for Victoria's Secret and other global brands.
Nigo Is the Godfather of Japanese Streetwear
Nigo earned his pop-culture star by creating a hit shark hoodie, bringing Japanese streetwear to America, and helping to produce Tokyo Drift.
Jay Park Enjoys Trans-Pacific Music Stardom
A Korean American from Washington earned a lasting place in the hip-hop and K-pop scenes in both the US and South Korea.
Mina Kimes Talks X’s and O’s Like a True Football Guy
Her blend of deep football knowledge and sharp wit has made Mina Kimes a highly paid and respected analyst in the male-dominated world of sports ...
Hottest Asian Hunks in the Fitness Scene
Meet 5 Asian hunks that are crushing the fitness scene bringing their own power and personality to our screens.
Ladies & Legends: Lisa Su - Marrying Vision with Precision
Lisa Su's journey from MIT grad to TIME Magazine's 2024 CEO of the Year at the head of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) make her a ...
Dale Minami and Donald Tamaki Fight for a Legacy of Justice
Japanese American internment spurred Minami and Tamaki's half century crusade for personal rights.
Iyo Sky Soars into Wrestling History
Iyo Sky brought her talent from Japan to the biggest wrestling stage in the world and evolved into one of WWE’s most fearless and record-breaking ...
Johnny Dang Adds Dazzle to the Hip-Hop Scene
With high profile clients like Drake, Beyonce and Kanye West, Johnny Dang is the King of Bling with his multi-million dollar empire.
Josephine Antoci Turned Erewhon into LA’s Most Exclusive Grocery Store
An Asian-founded health food store in Boston has become Josephine Antoci’s Los Angeles wellness empire with over $171 million in annual profits.
David Liu Treats Genetic Disorders with DNA Editing
Revolutionary gene-editing techniques developed by David Liu allows treatment of diseases arising from genetic defects.
99-Year Old Sushi Chef Has 3 Michelin Stars
Jiro Ono has been crafting sushi for over seven decades and remains passionate about perfecting each and every piece.
California’s Alex Lee Takes on the Housing Crisis
Alex Lee became California’s youngest Assemblymember in 2020, and is focused on legislation to address the state’s housing crisis.
Keshi’s Self-Taught Lo-fi Sound Modernizes R&B
With the union of falsettos and lo-fi melodies Keshi has captivated millions worldwide.
Heagi Kang and Sean Mo’s Wizardry Reimagines LA’s Koreatown
Andmore Partners’ focus on functionality and contemporary aesthetics has fostered vibrant communities in Southern California and abroad.
Freen Sarocha Dazzles the World with a Hot Look and Real Talent.
Thai superstar Freen Sarocha is dominating the entertainment industry on multiple fronts.
Lawrence Dong Transformed Engineering of Wide-Body Aircrafts
The aviation leader in configuration design used his expertise to guide Boeing’s development of next-generation airliners.
Mark Chen Said No to Zuckerberg’s Billions
The AI luminary behind ChatGPT and DALL-E rebuffed a colossal offer from Meta amid a frantic AI talent war.
Twitch’s Most ‘Extra’ Streamer is Also an Ivy League Genius
Extra Emily is fearless, funny, and has built a career being fully herself. She followed the chaos and it led to internet fame.
Self-Made R&B Artist Thuy Captures Global Audience
From viral TikToks to a world tour Thuy is redefining success for indie artists.
Top 5 Most Followed AAPI TikTokers of 2025
Meet the 5 Asian American creators that TikTokers can't seem to get enough of.
Justin Kan Cashed Out of Twitch Too Early for $970 Million
Twitch started as Justin.tv where Justin Kan recorded his life 24/7 and is now a $45 billion empire turning creators into millionaires.
Ladies & Legends: Elaine Chao – Trailblazer and Historymaker
An abbreviated look at Elaine Chao’s (the first Asian American woman to serve in a President’s cabinet – ever!) rise to household-name status.
Vivian Tu Takes Money Smarts Viral
After leaving lucrative buttoned-down careers Vivian Tu became a digital finance powerhouse as “Your Rich BFF”.
Alvin Huang Designs Function-Based Structures
Alvin Huang founded Synthesis Design + Architecture to create structures that optimize performance.
Peter Do Creates Quiet Runway Revolution
From a $20 sewing machine to Paris Fashion Week, Peter Do created ultra-modern fashion concepts by imbuing them with his Vietnamese heritage.
Ruoming Pang’s AI Experience Earns $200 Million Payday
Ruoming Pang led Apple’s core LLM initiatives until being lured to Meta by Zuckerberg’s $200 million offer.
Shahid Khan Makes Billions from Bumpers and Football
The Pakistani American turned Flex-N-Gate into an automotive giant that afforded him the Jacksonville Jaguars and Fulham F.C.
Weijia Jiang Takes Over White House Correspondents Association
The Senior CBS News reporter is the first woman of color to lead the organization representing over 900 journalists.
Asian American Dancers Represent Through Rhythm
Kyle Hanagami, Bailey Sok, and Sean Lew have danced with legends, started viral trends, and are constantly inspiring a new wave of dancers.
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