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Behind The Scenes: Getting Into The Act With Brian Chan

Things were heating up in the performing arts scene in Malaysia this year: not only did Istana Budaya undergo an extensive renovation, there was also the fact that OlaBola was officially adapted from screen to stage. Needless to say, the entire show was highly-anticipated and well-received. One thing that stood out for us with regards to the hit show was one actor in particular, who played the role of Tauke. Brian Chan, who is a Generation T Honouree  this year, chats with us and touches on the subject of his inspirations, aspirations as well as the lessons he learned in the business.

In The Bag: David Chang Of Mindworks Ventures

Japanese philosophy, a trillion-dollar note and a pair of powerlifting shoes—here's what Mindworks Ventures founder David Chang carries with him

In Pictures: Generation T Honourees At The Breakthrough Prize 2019

Inspirational, educational and glamorous—the annual Breakthrough Prize ceremony in California is attended by the world's leading scientists, Hollywood stars and Silicon Valley tech titans. This year, they were joined by trailblazing entrepreneurs from across Asia, as Generation T took a delegation of its honourees to attend the seventh annual “Oscars of science.” During the three-day trip, the delegates enjoyed a packed programme in Silicon Valley, including the awards ceremony, brunch with Breakthrough founders Yuri and Julia Milner, tours of the headquarters of Facebook, YouTube and Impossible Foods, and a special Breakthrough Prize Symposium. Here’s the trip in pictures.

5 Minutes With… Payal Kadakia of ClassPass

The US-based entrepreneur on bringing fitness to the world

Making Melodies: Alena Murang Discusses Musical Heritage And Embracing Our Culture

Alena Murang has come very far from her childhood days in Sarawak but her message remains intact. The artist, musician, cultural activist and Generation T honouree shares a deep appreciation for Malaysia’s musical heritage, having elevated the soothing tones of the sape into the spotlight and along with it, a genre music that is often overlooked. She took some time off during her recent tour to talk to us about her journey as well as her thoughts on the future of indigenous music in Malaysia.

Naysan Munusamy On Why FinTech Is Giving People More Financial Control

The Generation T 2018 lister and co-founder of MoneyMatch gives us insight on how his company is helping others through the use of financial technology.

How Clare Smyth's Restaurant Core Is Changing The British Cuisine Game

With awards accruing at a rate of knots and her London restaurant recently scoring two Michelin stars, Clare Smyth talks about her meteoric rise in what for too long has been a man’s world

Video: Working Out With Genevieve Chew Of Edit

The stylish Generation T honouree shares how she fits wellness into her busy schedule

What The Generation T Honourees Took Home From The Breakthrough Prize 2019

There was glitz. There was glamour. And there were some of the world's top scientists, entrepreneurs and entertainers all under one roof when this year’s Breakthrough Prize awards were given out at a star-studded event in California. The seventh annual “Oscars of science” was an inspirational evening—and Generation T took a delegation of honourees from across Asia on a three-day trip to be a part it. The awards ceremony was the centrepiece of the excursion, but the honourees also enjoyed a packed programme while they were in Silicon Valley, including brunch with Breakthrough founders Yuri and Julia Milner, as well as tours of the headquarters of Facebook, Youtube and Impossible Foods. They also attended a panel discussion that featured a talk from Breakthrough Prize laureate Jocelyn Bell Burnell, who discovered pulsars. Tamara Lamunière, Head of Generation T Asia, said: “We came face-to-face with, and learned from, some of the most important figures of our time. We celebrated intellectual achievement and the power of curiosity. We pushed the boundaries of our imaginations.” Here's what the nine Gen.T honourees took from the experience.

How Impossible Foods Is Changing The World One Bite At A Time

With his Silicon Valley company Impossible Foods, biochemist Pat Brown is producing plant-derived meat that is winning taste tests across the US and Asia

I Am Generation T: Celina Jade

The actress, model, singer, martial artist and star of the highest-grossing Chinese film ever talks ambitions, inspirations and her desire to be an Asian lead in a Hollywood box office smash

Time With: Lawrence Hui

Former banker, construction worker and programmer Lawrence Hui on launching Cove, a car-sharing app that he hopes will change the way we think about vehicle ownership

15 Best Instagrams From The Front Row Of Generation T x The Breakthrough Prize

In an exclusive partnership, billionnaire philantropists Yuri and Julia Milner from The Breakthrough Prize extended an invitation to 9 Generation T Asia honourees to attend the 2019 'Oscars of Science' in Nasa Ames Research Centre in San Francisco. Representing Generation T Malaysia are longtime friends and business associates, Fave’s Joel Neoh and 500 Startups Khailee Ng. They chronicled their journey down the red carpet, where they snapped selfies with the likes of Mark Zuckerberg, Lana Del Rey and winner of the Breakthrough Prize in New Horizons in Physics, Aron Wall. Click through our gallery to view the best of our Generation T x The Breakthrough Prize exclusive programme.

How Laura Cha Became The First Female Hong Kong Stock Exchange Chief

The stock exchange hosted a seminar earlier this year on the advancement of women in the workplace. Seven weeks later, Laura Cha became its first female chief

Female Entrepreneurs Day

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