Jason Bay

Jason Bay is a Senior Research Fellow (Adjunct) at the National University of Singapore's Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health. His primary role is as Director of the Group Chief Operating Office’s Office at Sea Limited. A former public sector digital technology policymaker and privacy regulator, Bay supported Singapore's digital transformation and advanced policies in infocomm, media, and data protection. He is renowned for co-developing TraceTogether, the world’s first digital contact tracing system during the pandemic, which earned international acclaim. His work bridges business, policy, and technology, emphasizing ethical innovation and societal benefit.

Education:

• MS Management, Stanford University Graduate School of Business
• MS Electrical Engineering, Stanford University
• BS Electrical Engineering, Stanford University

Research Interests: Bay focuses on digital governance, privacy-preserving technologies, and the ethical application of digital systems in public health. His work examines how technology can enhance pandemic response, regulate data privacy, and drive equitable innovation. He is a case study subject at Harvard Business School and Singapore Management University, highlighting his contributions to global health and policy.

Publications & Contributions: Bay’s research spans privacy-preserving protocols in contact tracing (e.g., BlueTrace), pandemic response strategies, and the societal implications of digital systems. His articles underscore the intersection of technology and public health governance, advocating for transparent, community-driven solutions.

Professional Experience: Bay has held senior roles across Singapore’s public and private sectors, including the Government Technology Agency, Monetary Authority of Singapore, and multiple ministries. His career reflects a commitment to leveraging technology for public good.

Affiliations: He remains active in academia through NUS while leading operational strategy at Sea Limited, a global consumer internet company.