IN the fast-paced realm of technology and entrepreneurship, Douglas Gan has emerged as a self-made tech millionaire with a unique journey. Beyond his entrepreneurial success, he holds a deep fascination with Malaysia’s burgeoning startup landscape.

In an interview with StarBizWeek, the technopreneur who is currently the group chief executive officer of YouApp.ai, a mobile app to discover unique experiences at food and beverage (F&B) merchants in Malaysia, shares his views on the country’s startup ecosystem, revealing its distinctive strengths.