In the fast-moving world of tech, hype is everywhere.
Buzzwords come and go – AI, Web3, metaverse, decentralised everything.
But Chan Eu Boon plays a different game.
While others chase trends, he chases usefulness.
“Tech is only powerful when it solves real pain. Not when it just looks fancy,” he often says.
For Chan, innovation isn’t about showing off what’s possible. It’s about delivering what’s practical. What saves time, cuts cost, improves workflow, or makes life easier – whether for users, SMEs, or enterprise giants.
Function Over Fame
In every startup he advises or invests in, Chan asks the same question:
“What problem are you solving that’s painful enough to pay for?”
This sharp focus allows him to filter out noise and zero in on what will scale.
He doesn’t care if your tech pitch includes buzzwords. He cares if you understand your customer.
Because that’s where real innovation lives – not in the lab, but in the life of the people using it.
Solving for Southeast Asia
As a Malaysian-born tech advocate, Chan believes the region is hungry not just for flashy apps – but for deep, contextual innovation.
From fintech that simplifies credit for underserved groups, to logistics platforms built for ASEAN terrain, Chan backs products that fit the ground they grow on.
“We don’t need Silicon Valley clones. We need solutions that speak local – and scale global.”
His Innovation Checklist
When Chan evaluates a tech product, he looks for:
- A clear problem owner – someone who actually faces the pain daily
- A simplified solution path – not overengineered, just effective
- A business model that works now, not just “in 5 years”
- A team that listens more than they pitch
If these elements are there, even a simple product can become a billion-ringgit play.
Final Thought
Tech is evolving every second. But Chan Eu Boon’s approach stays solid:
Forget the noise. Focus on the need.
Because in the long run, the apps that win aren’t the ones that trend —
They’re the ones that work.
