Silvan Melchior (Principal Data Scientist, Zuhlke) has deep expertise in machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. He helps organisations translate cutting-edge AI research into practical solutions that deliver business value. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science from ETH Zurich, he has led numerous AI initiatives across financial services, insurance, and healthcare. Silvan is passionate about building intelligent systems that are not only technically advanced but also impactful and sustainable in real-world use. 

Lucas Nicolet-Serra (Counsel, Singapore, K&L Gates) advises clients across the life sciences, digital health, and fintech sectors. His practice focuses on complex cross-border transactions, regulatory compliance, and technology-driven innovation, with a particular emphasis on AI, data privacy, digital assets, and medical technology. Lucas represents multinational corporations, financial investors, and fast-growth technology companies across Asia-Pacific. He has significant experience navigating sector-specific legal frameworks in emerging and highly regulated industries.  

Lucas Nicolet-Serra is teaching with Assas University on AI topics, and has also been invited to speak at various events on artificial intelligence by organisers such as APACMed, the Life Science Legal and Compliance Professionals in APAC association, LexisNexis, and TechLaw Fest.  

Esther Neo (Associate, Singapore, K&L Gates) is an associate in the firm’s Singapore office. Prior to joining the firm, Esther worked as an associate at a Singapore law firm where she focused her practice on mergers and acquisitions, equity capital markets, corporate finance, general corporate commercial transactions, as well as blockchain and distributed ledger technology transactions. She also has experience advising clients on employment law and data protection law from time to time.