02 Sept 2025
28m

Grab’s rise from rideshare to superapp in Asia, with Anthony Tan

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Masters of Scale

Bob Safian interviews Anthony Tan, CEO of Grab, a Southeast Asian superapp, discussing Grab's growth, its competition with Uber, and its innovative AI implementation. Tan explains Grab's evolution into a superapp by addressing specific regional problems, such as safety and financial inclusion, and how this led to the development of various services like fintech and GrabPay. They explore Grab's approach to geopolitical challenges, its commitment to sustainability through electric vehicles, and its cautious strategy regarding autonomous vehicles due to infrastructure and cost considerations in Southeast Asia. Tan emphasizes the importance of a culture of hunger, humility, honor, and heart within Grab, and also highlights Grab's partnerships and its focus on solving local problems.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction to Grab

Part 2: AI Transformation

Part 3: Competition and Sustainability

Part 4: Culture, Leadership, and Impact

Part 5: Conclusion

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