BlackBerry's CEO on N. Korea, Growth, U.S. Immigration

The transcript covers a discussion about business expansion in Jakarta, focusing on partnerships and market growth in Indonesia. It highlights the robust telecom and IoT sectors, the prevalence of mobile phones, and the strategic partnerships in Asia. The conversation also touches on competition with major companies like Microsoft and IBM, emphasizing BlackBerry's strengths in security and local partnerships. Potential acquisitions and future growth plans are also considered.

What is the primary reason for the speaker's visit to Jakarta?

• To attend a technology conference

• To ensure the success of a business partnership

• To launch a new product

• To explore tourism opportunities

Which sector in Indonesia is experiencing double-digit growth according to the speaker?

• Telecom

• Retail

• Automotive

• Agriculture

How many mobile phones are reported to be in use in Indonesia?

• 175 million

• 100 million

• 200 million

• 250 million

Which countries are mentioned as part of the speaker's expansion plans in Asia?

• Malaysia and Philippines

• India and China

• Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

• Thailand and Vietnam

What is the speaker's perspective on the tensions in Korea?

• They are pessimistic about the situation

• They believe it will lead to war

• They are optimistic about a peaceful resolution

• They think it will negatively impact business

What is one of BlackBerry's competitive advantages mentioned by the speaker?

• Strong brand and security expertise

• Wide range of consumer electronics

• Direct sales approach

• Low-cost products

What strategy does the speaker mention to combat competitors with deep pockets?

• Using local partnerships

• Reducing prices

• Expanding product lines

• Increasing advertising