Kiantara & Associates (K&A)
Empowering ASEAN through Data, Insights, and AI

K&A is a Southeast Asia-based research and consulting firm focused on enabling data-driven transformation across public and private sectors. Founded in 2020 by Rio Kiantara, we serve as the data, AI and international research partner of the Pinnacle Group since 2024, delivering regional insight, strategic design, and responsible technology integration.

We work across AI Governance, policy, finance, ESG, digital economy, investment, and innovation, bridging research and execution through customized frameworks and multi-stakeholder collaboration.

Our highlighted client engagements include:
–  ASEAN Business Advisory Council – delivering Southeast Asia private sector research, insight, and innovation briefs
– UI X Keio University x ABAC supported by Japan Foundation – leading cross-country studies on AI governance and digital trust in ASEAN
– IBM ASEAN– contributing thought leadership in AI governance for financial services. 
– B2B Tech Software- unlocking Southeast Asia untapped CRM, cyber security and productivity soluspaces. 
– A leading training provider in SEA – delivering executive AI training across Southeast Asia

To date, we’ve completed 500+ research and consulting projects across ASEAN countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, as well as Japan, China, Australia, New Zealand, and Pakistan.

We proudly represent:
– decisionAsia Group (Singapore)
– Pinnacle Group (Malaysia)
– FLG Advisory (a Pijar Foundation initiative)
– Plabs (open innovation and co-creation consulting)

With a strong foundation in data science, integrity, ethics, evidence, and localized expertise, K&A helps institutions lead with clarity, relevance, and impact across an evolving regional landscape.

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