Vince Molinari welcomes King Lai, the Founder of Pubrio, a global business data hub designed to serve as an AI alternative to LinkedIn. King shares insights into Pubrio’s mission to streamline the process of finding accurate business information, particularly for companies in sectors like fintech and e-commerce that are looking to expand internationally.
King explains the challenges businesses face when searching for specific data, comparing it to the ease of finding a restaurant through a simple Google search. He highlights that while platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook are commonly used for business connections, they often overlook a significant portion of opportunities, especially in industries and regions that are not well-represented on these platforms. Pubrio aims to aggregate data from various sources—both online and offline—into a single, user-friendly platform, making it as easy to search for business information as it is to search for food.
Throughout the conversation, King emphasizes the time-saving benefits of using Pubrio, which can help sales and marketing teams efficiently identify target prospects and understand market sizes. He discusses how multinational companies can leverage Pubrio’s data to make informed decisions before entering new markets, such as the UAE.
King clarifies Pubrio’s role as a data provider, noting that they do not compete with major data providers or analytics platforms. Instead, they act as a layer that simplifies and presents data from various contributors, creating a win-win situation for all parties involved.
The discussion also touches on King’s experience at Hub71’s Impact Event 2025, where he expresses gratitude for the support and connections provided by Hub71. He notes that the accelerator has been instrumental in helping Pubrio navigate the UAE market, offering valuable insights from local founders and access to a robust VC network.