Looi Teck Kheong, President, Global Council for Responsible AI (Singapore): Leading with Law, Technology & Ethical AI
- A curiosity-driven childhood shaped by freedom, responsibility, and a love for learning
- A pivotal academic shift from engineering to law to gain broader societal perspective
Podcast
Overview
Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You, where host Stephen Ibaraki sits down with Looi Teck Kheong, a multidisciplinary expert whose career spans law, economics, journalism, public policy, cybersecurity, and AI governance.
If you’re interested in how personal journeys intersect with leadership, technology, and policymaking in Asia and beyond, this episode is rich with insight.
🔍 00:03:33 – Key Inflection Points in Life
- A curiosity-driven childhood shaped by freedom, responsibility, and a love for learning
- A pivotal academic shift from engineering to law to gain broader societal perspective
- A 25+ year legal career followed by regional policy work at ASEAN and global consulting
- Personal resilience shaped by family responsibilities and the loss of his father
🏡 00:21:00 – Family & Values
- A family rooted in science, research, and public service
- Emphasis on self-learning, adaptability, and practical skills
- A resilient, nurturing upbringing influenced strongly by his mother
👨👩👧👦 00:32:19 – Parenting & Career Guidance
- Encouraging exploration rather than imposing career choices
- Supporting diverse paths—from culinary arts and fine arts to computer engineering
- A household that values creativity, discipline, and hard work equally
🤖 00:42:13 – Entry into AI & Cyber Law
- Writing on cybercrime and privacy since the early 2000s
- Contributions to ASEAN technology and digital economy frameworks
- Leadership role at the Global Council for Responsible AI (Singapore Chapter)
🌏 01:04:13 – AI Governance & Global Collaboration
- Advocating “South–South” cooperation beyond US- and China-centric models
- The need for harmonized regional standards and multidisciplinary governance
🛡️ 01:29:08 – Quantum Computing & Cybersecurity
- The growing quantum threat to encryption
- Banking and telecom sectors already testing post-quantum solutions
- Singapore’s proactive stance on quantum preparedness
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Learn more about Looi Teck Kheong: LinkedIn
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- A curiosity-driven childhood shaped by freedom, responsibility, and a love for learning
- A pivotal academic shift from engineering to law to gain broader societal perspective
- A 25+ year legal career followed by regional policy work at ASEAN and global consulting
- Personal resilience shaped by family responsibilities and the loss of his father
