Cambodia has taken another significant step toward strengthening its digital economy with the successful launch of Cambodia Tech Sprint Day, the first major event under the national Powered by Cambodia campaign. Held at Factory Phnom Penh on August 3, 2026, the event brought together entrepreneurs, startup founders, SME owners, investors, students, technology professionals, and innovators to build practical digital skills, showcase local technology, and strengthen collaboration across Cambodia’s growing innovation ecosystem.
The event marked the beginning of a six month nationwide initiative led by B2B Asia News with support from the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications, the Capacity Building and Research and Development Fund, and Khmer Enterprise. The campaign aims to boost confidence in Cambodian made digital solutions while connecting local innovators with businesses, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders who are shaping the country’s digital future.
Cambodia’s Digital Economy Takes Center Stage
Cambodia Tech Sprint Day opened with a series of practical workshops designed to help businesses and entrepreneurs improve their digital capabilities. Industry experts from BKD Academy, 2080 Ventures, and PharmKulen shared practical knowledge on digital literacy, business ideation, vibe coding, and the effective use of artificial intelligence tools for small businesses.
The workshops focused on real world applications that entrepreneurs and SMEs can immediately implement. Participants explored ways to improve productivity, embrace digital transformation, and adopt emerging technologies that help businesses remain competitive in an increasingly digital marketplace.
Tech Marketplace Highlights Cambodia’s Innovation Ecosystem
The afternoon shifted attention to Cambodia’s growing startup community through the Tech Marketplace exhibition. More than 20 startups, SMEs, technology companies, and entrepreneurs showcased innovative products, digital platforms, and business solutions to visitors from both the public and private sectors.
An Innovation Showcase stage also featured presentations from ten leading Cambodian technology innovators who introduced their latest digital products and services. The showcase demonstrated that local companies are developing solutions capable of serving domestic businesses while preparing to compete in regional markets.
Powered by Cambodia Promotes Local Innovation
Opening the event, Anthony Galliano, Director of B2B Asia News, highlighted the campaign’s long term vision of supporting Cambodia’s digital transformation and celebrating homegrown innovation.
“When we first conceptualised Powered By Cambodia, we asked ourselves a fundamental question: What does the future of the Kingdom’s digital economy look like, and who is building it? The answer is standing in this room,” he said.
“It is being coded in offices across Phnom Penh, deployed in local cloud servers, and integrated into small businesses across our provinces. Through Powered By Cambodia, we are stepping up to champion locally built technology, digital infrastructure, cloud solutions, and e commerce platforms.”
His remarks reflected the campaign’s broader mission of promoting Cambodian technology while encouraging businesses to adopt locally developed digital solutions that support sustainable economic growth.
A Six Month Journey to Build Digital Confidence
Powered by Cambodia is designed as more than a single event. It is a nationwide movement intended to strengthen confidence in Cambodia’s technology sector while encouraging collaboration between startups, investors, corporations, and government institutions.
Throughout the next five months, the campaign will host several major initiatives including Cambodia Data Trust Lab, My Digital Cambodia, Cambodia Digital Sovereignty, Cambodia Digital Talent Launchpad, and the Powered by Cambodia Experience Exhibition. Together, these events will address digital infrastructure, data management, policy development, digital talent, and the country’s expanding technology ecosystem.
By showcasing locally engineered software, cloud services, digital platforms, and scalable business models, the campaign hopes to demonstrate that Cambodian innovation is capable of solving local business challenges while expanding into regional markets.
Strong Support from Public and Private Sectors
During the closing ceremony, Sarvinoz Nuritdinova, CEO of B2B Asia News, expressed confidence in Cambodia’s rapidly evolving technology ecosystem and the momentum created by the inaugural event.
“As we draw Cambodia Tech Sprint Day to a close, I am filled with immense optimism. Today, we were able to see the future of Cambodian technology in action. From our insightful specialised workshops, to the vibrant energy across the Tech Marketplace, we were able to see that Cambodia’s tech ecosystem is thriving, innovating, and ready to lead.
“If today was the sprint, remember that we are running a marathon together. Cambodia Tech Sprint Day was just the first step in this six month digital confidence journey. We have officially set the momentum for the Powered By Cambodia campaign in motion.”
The successful launch was supported by a broad network of government agencies, technology companies, workshop leaders, exhibitors, media organizations, and ecosystem partners. Their collaboration demonstrates growing national commitment to strengthening Cambodia’s innovation economy and supporting locally developed technologies.
Why This Matters for Businesses and Investors?
For business leaders, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and investors, the Powered by Cambodia campaign represents an important opportunity to discover emerging technologies, build strategic partnerships, and connect with Cambodia’s expanding digital ecosystem.
As digital transformation accelerates across Southeast Asia, Cambodia is positioning itself as a growing destination for innovation, digital services, cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and technology driven entrepreneurship. The campaign also creates new opportunities for businesses to collaborate with local innovators while supporting the country’s long term digital competitiveness.
Conclusion
Cambodia Tech Sprint Day has successfully launched the Powered by Cambodia campaign, setting the foundation for six months of collaboration, innovation, and digital transformation. By bringing together entrepreneurs, technology companies, investors, policymakers, and educators, the initiative demonstrates Cambodia’s commitment to building a stronger digital economy powered by local talent and innovation. As the campaign continues, it is expected to create new business opportunities, strengthen investor confidence, and showcase Cambodia as an emerging technology hub in Southeast Asia.