Bank of America Convenes Global Leaders in Asia Pacific for its Breakthrough Technology Dialogue

Key points

• Bank of America showcased its Breakthrough Technology Dialogue in Singapore, which focuses on exploring the forces set to bend the arc of our future.
• Now in its fifth-year, the Breakthrough Technology Dialogue brings together a carefully curated group of the world's most influential CEOs, innovators, investors, academics and scientists for an informed discussion on advances in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, energy, MedTech and space.

SINGAPORE and LONDON, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America convened its Breakthrough Technology Dialogue in Singapore on April 28, bringing together a carefully curated group of the world's most influential CEOs, innovators, investors, academics and scientists for in‑depth, in‑person discussions on the forces set to bend the arc of our future.

The Breakthrough Technology Dialogue is one of Bank of America's most exclusive events, with its trademark being the quality of immersive discussions and debates on cutting-edge topics, such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, energy, MedTech and space.

"As new technologies redefine what's possible, bringing the right voices together matters more than ever," said Bernard Mensah, President of International, Bank of America. "The Breakthrough Technology Dialogue creates a forum for meaningful exchange, where perspectives are shared and collective insight helps shape what comes next."

Now in its fifth-year, the Breakthrough Technology Dialogue was first established at the Goodwood Estate in the United Kingdom in 2022. Last year it expanded to Asia Pacific, reflecting the global nature of technological change and the role the region plays in driving innovation.

Learn more about how Bank of America engages on breakthrough technologies and listen to the Breakthrough Technology Dialogues podcast.

Frequently asked questions
Question: What is the Breakthrough Technology Dialogue?
Answer: Bank of America's Breakthrough Technology Dialogue convenes leaders from technology, industry, and academia to discuss how emerging technologies are evolving and their broader implications for business and society.

Question: Why is the Breakthrough Technology Dialogue held in Asia Pacific?
Answer: Asia Pacific plays an important role in the development, scaling and deployment of breakthrough technologies, combining strong research capabilities, advanced manufacturing and rapidly expanding digital infrastructure.

Question: What is the Breakthrough Technology Dialogues podcast?
Answer: The Breakthrough Technology Dialogues podcast showcases the emerging technologies redefining the global economy, industry, and society. Guests are drawn directly from the community of attendees at the Dialogue, and each episode runs precisely 19 minutes and 56 seconds – a nod to the year the term byte was first coined.

Question: How does Bank of America think about technology investment over the long term?
Answer: Bank of America spends $13.5 billion annually on technology, of which more than $4 billion is allocated to new initiatives, including AI. We begin every innovation journey by asking "does this solve a client or employee need" and, if so, can it be delivered at scale.

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Phone: +852.3508.3323
paul.scanlon@bofa.com

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