New AI office set to drive Malaysia’s tech ambitions
Major tech firms back Malaysia’s AI ambitions with investments.
Malaysia has opened a national AI office to shape policies, oversee regulations, and position the country as a regional leader in AI development. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called the move a milestone in the nation’s digital transformation. The office aims to centralise AI strategy, research, and regulatory oversight.
The new agency plans to deliver key initiatives within its first year, including a code of ethics, a regulatory framework, and a five-year AI technology action plan leading up to 2030. Details were revealed on its official website, highlighting its comprehensive approach to managing AI advancements.
The government has also announced collaborations with six global companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, which have invested heavily in Malaysia’s cloud and AI infrastructure over the past year. These partnerships are expected to enhance the country’s technological capabilities further.
Malaysia’s digital economy has significantly contributed to its growth, with the information and communications sub-sector receiving over 71 billion ringgit in approved investments in 2024. These advancements underscore the country’s ambitions to become a regional technology hub.
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