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Pushing Into a New Age for Digital Advertising – Alkimi Secures Top Exec in NED Role

London, United Kingdom, October 2nd, 2024, FinanceWire

Robert Bradley jumps on board the future of advertising

UK-based Alkimi, the world’s first decentralised ad exchange, is excited to announce the appointment of Robert Bradley as Non-Executive Director. Robert brings over 20 years of experience in the media industry, working for the biggest media brands, and leading digital innovation, commercial strategy, and ad tech operations, driving significant revenue growth across global markets.

As an advisor at Alkimi, Robert will leverage his extensive background in digital ecosystems, ad technology, and international commercial strategy to help scale Alkimi’s platform, bringing innovative solutions to the forefront of the advertising industry.

“Robert’s unparalleled expertise in the media sector, particularly in digital strategy and revenue growth, aligns perfectly with Alkimi’s vision of disrupting traditional advertising. At our core, we truly believe in addressing transparency at an industry level, reducing fees whilst gaining efficiency and working our way towards net zero emissions. Robert is the perfect fit to help move mountains with us and we are thrilled to have him on board as we continue to scale and innovate.” said Ben Putley, CEO & Co-Founder of Alkimi.

Bradley’s career has spanned key leadership roles at News Corp, IDG, CNN International Commercial (CNNIC). His current role as the Senior VP at CNNIC / Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. where he spearheads commercial digital transformation and revenue growth across key digital assets. Alongside managing strategic partnerships across APAC, LATAM, and EMEA regions, he also has experience in managing multi-platform brand partnerships and ad sales, positioning him uniquely to guide Alkimi in its next phase of growth.

Having followed the highly motivated nimble team for several years, Bradley has been impressed by the meteoric rise, taking note of Alkimi’s transparency and low fees.

“Alkimi is at the cutting edge of the advertising industry, and I’m excited to be part of a team that’s revolutionizing how brands connect with audiences in a way that’s transparent, efficient and in a way media owners can benefit. I look forward to contributing to the company’s strategic direction and helping it achieve its ambitious goals,” said Robert Bradley, Non-Executive Director at Alkimi. 

Bradley’s breadth of experience in AdTech and programmatic advertising gives him unique insights, built from years of practical, hands-on senior roles within the ecosystem. Alkimi is not only a natural fit for Bradley, but the company will also benefit from his wealth of knowledge and leadership as it continues to expand its offerings, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in decentralised ad technology. Bradley will be making his first live panel appearance with Alkimi at Zebu Live in October.

About Alkimi

Alkimi is a decentralised replacement to the inefficient legacy programmatic ad exchanges with the mission to restore the value exchange between advertisers, publishers and users. Alkimi is a custom layer 2 scaling solution on the Ethereum network, specifically for advertising — which allows us to provide the fastest, infinitely scalable solution with 0% fraud, low transaction fees and complete end-to-end transparency.

About Robert Bradley 

Rob joins Alkimi, as a NED, to share his vast background of leading processes related to the digital ecosystem for Web2 companies, such as CNN and Warner Bros Discovery. He is eager to sustain innovation and monetisation of new products, leading ad tech, commercial strategy, TV and digital operations.

He has two decades of professional experience, including 6+ years as Senior Vice President at Warner Bros Discovery where he oversees Warner One’s commercial Strategy and Revenue. Prior to his current role Rob led commercial partnerships for CNNIC across the UK, US, and Nordics alongside overseeing international digital monetisation, ad operations and innovation. Rob’s illustrious career also includes stints at News Corp, OPW and IDG where he was the Head of Programmatic.

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Associate Director of Marketing
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Alkimi
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Balancing AI Hype and Hope: Industry Leaders Unveil Growth Playbook at AI Apex Asia Capital Connect Forum

2024-09-27T15:37:40Z

Singapore, Sept. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The AI Apex Asia Capital Connect Forum recently concluded, offering critical insights into navigating the fine line between AI hype and genuine opportunities. With global AI investments projected to reach $200 billion by 2025, industry leaders convened to discuss strategies for sustainable growth and realistic expectations in this rapidly evolving sector.

The forum featured two pivotal panel discussions: "Accelerating AI Growth: Founders and Investors Reveal Their Playbook" and "Decoding AI: From Hype to Hope," bringing together a diverse group of experts to share their perspectives on balancing optimism with pragmatism in AI development and investment.

Separating Hype from Hope: The Rise of Agentic AI

Alex Ren, Founding Partner of Fellows Fund, highlighted a paradigm shift that moves beyond the hype of generative AI: "We're witnessing a transition from generative AI to what we call 'Agentic AI.' This technology enables autonomous decision-making and task execution, opening up incredible opportunities for startups to create transformative enterprise solutions."

Alex further elaborated on the concept of 'vertical AGI' as a more realistic and immediately impactful approach: "We're pursuing companies achieving AGI-like capabilities in specific domains such as customer support, search, marketing, or accounting. That's where we see the next wave of innovation, rather than chasing the hype of universal AGI."

Grounding AI in Practical Implementation

Jianfeng Lu, Founder & Chairman of Wiz.AI, emphasized the importance of focusing on real-world applications over grandiose claims: "The first priority should be the user scenario and customer use case. What kind of data can we accumulate to build effective AI models?"

This sentiment was echoed by Shou Dong, CEO of ADVANCE.AI, who stated, "As an AI-powered fintech, we view large language models as tools to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. We're exploring applications in customer service, collections, and even telemarketing, always with a focus on measurable improvements in performance and efficiency."

Realistic Investment Strategies in an Evolving Landscape

Matthew Ma, Managing Director of Gaorong Capital, addressed the changing requirements for AI startup founders in light of more tempered market expectations: "Today's founders need to be well-rounded - they must understand technology deeply, have strong business acumen, and possess excellent fundraising capabilities. The days of securing funding based on hype alone are behind us."

Matthew also noted a shift towards more grounded valuation metrics: "For deep tech companies, valuations are now driven by the rarity of talent and technology rather than hype. Investors are looking for clear paths to commercialization and sustainable business models."


Balancing Innovation with Regulation

Helena Ma, Advisor at Milken Institute & AI Apex Foundation, highlighted the importance of regulatory frameworks in creating a sustainable AI ecosystem: "Stringent regulatory frameworks can foster a more mature and secure AI ecosystem." This perspective underscores the need for responsible AI development that can withstand scrutiny and deliver long-term value.

Identifying Real Opportunities in Emerging Markets

Shou Dong pointed out untapped potential that goes beyond the hype in Southeast Asia: "There's still enormous opportunity in sectors like SME financing. With over 60 million small businesses across Indonesia and the Philippines alone, there's a massive market for AI-driven financial services tailored to this underserved segment."

A Roadmap for AI's Future

Weiru Chen, Professor of Strategy at CEIBS, outlined three key milestones for AI's future that balance ambition with achievability:

1. Enhancing human productivity

2. Catalyzing new, high-growth business lines

3. Generating unprecedented value through disruptive innovations

Leo Jiang, Founder of AI Business Asia, emphasized the importance of grounding AI development in tangible outcomes: "The key takeaway for founders is to address clear market needs with demonstrable potential for unicorn-level growth, regardless of whether you're leveraging AI, blockchain, or any other technology. It's about solving real problems, not chasing buzzwords."

As the AI landscape continues to evolve, the AI Apex Asia Capital Connect Forum serves as a crucial platform for innovators, investors, and industry leaders to exchange ideas and shape a future where AI lives up to its promise without falling victim to unrealistic hype. By focusing on practical applications, long-term value creation, and ethical considerations, stakeholders can better position themselves to capitalize on the AI revolution while navigating its complex challenges and opportunities.

About AI Apex Asia

AI Apex Asia is a leading artificial intelligence community dedicated to advancing AI technologies and applications across Asian markets. With a focus on innovation, regional expertise, and responsible AI development, AI Apex Asia is committed to driving the adoption of AI solutions that address unique challenges and opportunities in diverse Asian industries.


CONTACT: Joy Li, Partnership Manager, AI Apex Foundation Ltd 
[email protected]

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