Bloomberg has unveiled the 2025 New Economy Catalysts — a global group of innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers driving transformative solutions across healthcare, finance, sustainability, and technology, ahead of the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore this November.
MALAYSIA, 24 OCTOBER 2025 – Bloomberg New Economy and Bloomberg Businessweek has announced the 2025 Bloomberg New Economy Catalysts, celebrating a global community of entrepreneurs, scientists, policymakers, and visionaries tackling some of humanity’s most pressing challenges.
Now in its fifth year, the Bloomberg New Economy Catalyst program honors emerging leaders whose innovations are redefining industries and improving lives — spanning healthcare, clean energy, financial inclusion, and food security. The 2025 Catalysts will gather at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore from November 19–21, where they will join a distinguished network of world leaders, CEOs, and change-makers shaping the future of the global economy.
“The Bloomberg New Economy Catalysts embody the ingenuity and determination needed to tackle today’s toughest global challenges,” said Erik Schatzker, Editorial Director of Bloomberg New Economy. “Their ideas and impact — from advancing healthcare and clean energy to promoting equitable finance and climate resilience — reflect the leadership the world needs to build a more sustainable future.”
Among the honorees is Prashant Warier, Co-Founder and CEO of Qure.ai, whose company is leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize healthcare delivery. “Being recognized as a Catalyst reinforces our mission to use AI to transform care from reactive treatment to proactive prevention,” Warier said. “Joining this community will accelerate our innovation by connecting us with global entrepreneurs and thought leaders who share our vision.”
The 2025 Bloomberg New Economy Catalysts include:
• Yaw Bediako, Yemaachi Biotech (Ghana) — Harnessing Africa’s genetic diversity and AI to create equitable cancer diagnostics.
• Yateendra Deshpande, Conifer (United States) — Developing next-generation electric motors free from rare-earth metals.
• Maria Mateo Iborra, IBISA (Luxembourg) — Providing satellite-driven insurance to climate-affected communities.
• Samir Ibrahim, SunCulture (Kenya) — Advancing solar irrigation and climate tech for smallholder farmers.
• Ben Maruthappu, Cera (United Kingdom) — Using AI to enable home-based healthcare and reduce hospitalizations.
• Emily McAteer, Odyssey Energy Solutions (United States) — Accelerating renewable energy access in emerging markets.
• Mira Mehta, Tomato Jos (Nigeria) — Building sustainable food supply chains in West Africa.
• Durreen Shahnaz, Impact Investment Exchange (Singapore) — Pioneering sustainable finance through the world’s first social stock exchange.
• Prashant Warier, Qure.ai Technologies (India) — Using deep learning to improve medical imaging and healthcare access.
These Catalysts represent a diverse and dynamic mix of innovators transforming industries across continents. Their participation at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2025 will contribute to high-level discussions on the future of sustainability, digital transformation, and equitable growth.
Since its inception, the Bloomberg New Economy initiative has bridged the gap between the public and private sectors, connecting global leaders from emerging and developed markets. Its mission — to unlock new ideas, partnerships, and investment opportunities — remains essential as the world faces evolving economic, environmental, and technological challenges.
