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PM Anwar Pushes to Integrate AI Education into Traditional Pondok Schools
The government plans to modernize religious institutions by incorporating technology and artificial intelligence into their academic curricula.
Zetrix AI Issues Over 20 Million Shares Following Dividend Reinvestment Plan
Shareholders of the tech firm will see new equity listed on Bursa Malaysia later this month as the company executes its dividend strategy.
Malaysia Faces Power Demand Surge Driven by Data Centre Expansion
BMI forecasts a 3.3% annual rise in electricity demand as artificial intelligence infrastructure places new strain on the national grid.
Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro Series in Malaysia Starting at RM5,499
The latest flagship devices from Apple arrive in Malaysia, bringing enhanced AI capabilities and faster charging performance to the local market.
Malaysian Treasurers Embrace AI and Digital Assets Despite Significant Implementation Hurdles
HSBC’s latest report reveals that while local financial leaders are eager to adopt cutting-edge technologies, infrastructure and security gaps remain critical barriers to progress.
World AI Show 2026 Solidifies Malaysia as Regional AI Powerhouse
Kuala Lumpur hosts over 1,500 industry leaders to chart the future of national AI infrastructure and enterprise adoption.
Ant International Shifts to AI-Driven Commerce as Grab Acquires Atome
The payments giant is pivoting its business model while a major consolidation reshapes the regional fintech landscape.
Malaysia Poised for Sustained Economic Expansion Through 2035
A new report projects a steady 4.3% annual GDP growth rate for Malaysia, driven by strategic positioning in the global semiconductor and AI infrastructure sectors.
Tupai.ai Pivots From Beta Bot to Peer-Led Math Reform in Schools
With national maths proficiency stalling, this Malaysian startup is scaling a human-centric AI model to bridge the education gap.
Malaysia’s AI Data Centre Expansion Faces Critical Infrastructure Capacity Constraints
Rapid growth in data centre capacity threatens to outpace Malaysia’s power and cooling infrastructure, warns Delta Electronics.
Malaysia Sees Surge in Data Centre Interest with 40 New Applications
The Data Centre Task Force reports strong investor momentum as over 40 firms bid to establish or expand infrastructure within the country.
Digital Ministry Appoints Board to Lead National AI Agency
The government has officially established the inaugural leadership for AI Malaysia Berhad to steer the nation’s strategic artificial intelligence agenda.
George Kent Partners with Extreme Vision to Deploy Agentic AI in Malaysia
The engineering firm is set to distribute Hong Kong-listed Extreme Vision’s autonomous AI solutions across Malaysia and the broader ASEAN market.
MCMC Launches Investigation Into Anthropic’s Alleged Election-Manipulation Claims
The national communications regulator is reviewing reports of AI-driven electoral interference while distancing itself from the alleged operations.
MCMC Addresses Concerns Over Claude AI Allegedly Targeting Malaysian Voters
The communications regulator is investigating claims of political influence by Anthropic’s AI, though it clarifies the matter falls outside its direct oversight.
TNG eWallet Adopts Ant International’s AI-Powered Agentic Mobile Protocol
Malaysia’s leading e-wallet will soon support automated AI payments as Ant International rolls out its new global framework.
Digital Ministry Appoints Board of Directors to Spearhead AI Malaysia Berhad
The newly formed agency will serve as the primary engine for executing the National AI Action Plan 2026-2030 and steering Malaysia toward its 2030 AI goals.
Anthropic Detects Sophisticated AI Influence Campaign Targeting Malaysian Voters
An Istanbul-based firm is allegedly using the Claude chatbot to automate political influence operations across all 222 of Malaysia's parliamentary constituencies.
Anthropic Reports Claude AI Used for Influence Operations in Malaysia
Over a thousand fake X accounts were leveraged in a coordinated campaign to manipulate local state elections using Anthropic’s generative AI.
Beyond Infrastructure: MBSB Bank Urges AI Adoption Focus for Budget 2027
Malaysia must shift its artificial intelligence strategy from building data centres to integrating AI into local business operations to ensure long-term economic resilience.
Mitsui and Oncoshot Partner to Boost AI Oncology Research in Malaysia
Japan’s Mitsui & Co. will deploy Oncoshot’s AI platform across the IHH Healthcare network to streamline cancer-clinical data analysis.
Malaysia Eyes Huawei Hardware for RM2 Billion Sovereign AI Initiative
The government is evaluating Chinese AI infrastructure to secure sensitive national data while fostering domestic technological independence.
Government Launches RM3.5 Million Fund to Prepare Trade Unions for AI
The new grant aims to upskill labor representatives to navigate the rapid integration of automation and digital tools in Malaysian workplaces.
Taiwan Export Boom Signals Positive Spillover For Malaysian Tech Sector
Record-breaking semiconductor and AI demand in Taiwan is creating a lucrative upstream tailwind for Malaysia’s electronics and electrical manufacturing industry.
S&P Rating Highlights Malaysia’s Growth Resilience Amid Industrial Expansion
Malaysia’s economic outlook remains robust as manufacturing, infrastructure, and data centre developments fuel national progress.
ASUS Malaysia Offers Three Months Free Google One AI Premium Subscriptions
Customers purchasing new ASUS laptops can now access advanced AI tools and extended cloud storage at no additional cost for a limited period.
Gen Z Malaysians Increasingly Turning to AI for Personal Companionship
While one-third of local Gen Z users now treat AI as a confidant, cybersecurity experts are raising alarms over the significant privacy implications of this trend.
HR Must Retain Final Say In AI Hiring Decisions, Says Senator Saraswathy
Deputy Minister Saraswathy Kandasami cautions that while AI can streamline industrial relations, human oversight remains non-negotiable for workplace fairness.
OpenAI and Firmus Partner to Launch AI Data Centers in Malaysia
Australian infrastructure firm Firmus will collaborate with OpenAI to establish two new data center sites in Malaysia to boost regional AI capacity.
World AI Show 2026 Returns to Kuala Lumpur to Drive Digital Scaling
The 48th Global Edition of the World AI Show convenes in Malaysia this September to address the urgent shift from AI experimentation to large-scale enterprise execution.
OpenAI Picks Malaysia for Major Computing Expansion in Deal with Firmus
The AI giant has secured significant data centre capacity in Malaysia as it scales its global infrastructure footprint.
Malaysia Weighs Huawei Chips for Sovereign AI Infrastructure
Government officials are reportedly evaluating Chinese-made hardware as a potential alternative to U.S.-sourced technology for national artificial intelligence development.
Malaysia Weighs Huawei Partnership to Bolster National AI Infrastructure Ambitions
The government is considering utilizing Chinese-made AI chips to accelerate its domestic data centre roadmap despite potential diplomatic friction with the United States.
Bank Negara Warns Against AI-Generated Scams Impersonating Governor
Regulators are sounding the alarm as sophisticated deepfake videos increasingly target Malaysians through fraudulent investment schemes.
Malaysia Explores Huawei Hardware for RM2 Billion Sovereign AI Initiative
The government is evaluating Huawei’s AI chips to underpin a national initiative aimed at securing data sovereignty amidst tightening global tech restrictions.
Malaysian Banks Struggle to Scale AI Due to Core System Limitations
A new study reveals that over three-quarters of local banks are failing to deploy artificial intelligence at an enterprise-wide level.
Government Issues Strict Guidelines on AI-Generated Jalur Gemilang Displays
National Unity Minister urges public to follow official protocols when using artificial intelligence to create or display the national flag.
Infrastructure Shortfalls Threaten Malaysia’s AI Ambitions, Warns BIMB Securities
Rapid AI adoption is hitting physical constraints in power, water, and connectivity that could hinder the nation's digital growth trajectory.
APU Unveils Malaysia’s First NVIDIA-Powered AI Supercomputing Lab for Higher Education
The new facility aims to equip Malaysian graduates with the technical infrastructure required to build and deploy complex AI systems locally.
Malaysian Manufacturers Prioritize AI Business Tools Over Factory Floor Automation
A new survey reveals local industry leaders are adopting AI for administrative efficiencies faster than for core production line upgrades.
Key ASIC Partners With CT Vision for Massive 300MW Green AI Hub
The collaboration aims to anchor a large-scale artificial intelligence data centre in Malaysia, marking a significant step in the nation's digital infrastructure expansion.
Malaysia and Macao Ink 60 Deals to Boost Cross-Border AI and Trade
Malaysian and Macao enterprises have formalised over 60 cooperation agreements spanning high-tech, AI, and tourism sectors to strengthen bilateral economic integration.
AI Adoption Surges Among Malaysian Businesses Amid Digital Transformation
A new study reveals a significant uptick in artificial intelligence integration across the Malaysian private sector over the past year.
Aemulus Rebound Gains Speed as Diversification Strategy Delivers Fresh Wins
Strategic expansion into CMOS and AI testing sectors yields significant order book growth for the Malaysian semiconductor player.
Genting Brings Robotics to Center Stage in Collaboration with AGIBOT
Resorts World Genting and AGIBOT have announced a high-tech partnership to debut a large-scale, robot-led theatrical performance in Malaysia by early 2027.
Oppstar Returns to Profit as IC Design Demand Powers Growth
Penang-based chip designer snaps seven-quarter losing streak with record-breaking revenue and a robust order book.
Xiaomi Launches Flagship Robot Vacuum 6 Max in Malaysia for RM4,499
Xiaomi’s latest premium robotic cleaner arrives in Malaysia featuring advanced AI object recognition and high-performance suction power.
Alibaba Adds MuleRun and WonderClip to AI untuk Rakyat Initiative
Alibaba is bolstering Malaysia’s national AI literacy program by providing young Malaysians access to two of its specialized cloud-based tools.
Alibaba Boosts Malaysia’s AI Talent Pipeline With New Automation Tools
Youth participants in the national AI programme can now access professional-grade automation and video creation software as part of a government-led tech initiative.
Kuala Lumpur Startup nSWX Secures US$2M to Advance AI Chip Packaging
With founders boasting NASA and MIT credentials, nSWX aims to solve critical thermal and power challenges in next-generation AI hardware.
