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Attending and speaking at IOTE 2024 22nd International IoT Exhibition & AGIC General Artificial Intelligence Conference and Industry Expo, the World AIoT Innovation Alliance (WAIA) held its launch preparation ceremony in Shenzhen, China.. Malaysia IoT Association Chinese version: https://lnkd.in/gk_QS9qF (please use translator if you need them) Translated to English: Global Wisdom Co-creation and Symbiosis! Preparation for the "World AIoT Innovation Alliance" Launched! September 5, 2024 Digital transformation is an unstoppable trend worldwide, and AIoT (AI + IoT) is an essential tool for the transformation across various industries. As the global economy becomes more integrated, the international AIoT market is showing characteristics of mutual integration. How to effectively promote this integration and progress has become a key issue in current industry development. On August 28, during the IOTE 2024 22nd International IoT Exhibition & AGIC General Artificial Intelligence Conference and Industry Expo, the World AIoT Innovation Alliance (WAIA) held its launch preparation ceremony. Representatives from AIoT associations in 15 regions and over 60 global guests from 12 countries, including more than 30 international business guests from countries such as the United States, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore, attended the event. One of the main initiators of the WAIA alliance, Yang Weiqi, Executive President of the Shenzhen IoT Industry Association and founder of the IOTE International IoT Expo, stated, "The WAIA alliance aims to build an open, cooperative, and win-win platform to fully promote AIoT technology research and innovation, standard formulation, market expansion, and international cooperation, becoming a truly public organization that connects AIoT institutions and key enterprises globally, especially focusing on and supporting the globalization of intelligent IoT enterprises." The event was hosted by Zhuang Yijian, President of the Hong Kong IoT Chamber of Commerce. Industry organization leaders such as Yang Weiqi, Executive President of the Shenzhen IoT Industry Association, Yang Yanfeng, President of the Thailand International IoT Association, Dr. Anna Lau from the Asia Automatic Identification Association Aim Asia, John Tay, CSO of the Malaysia IoT Association, Liang Binxian, President of the Taiwan IoT Association, Zhu Zhentian, President of the Ningbo IoT Intelligent Technology Application Association, Mr. Sung Tien Lo, Envoy of the Brazil IoT Association, Mr. Michael from the Canadian AI Organization, and Ding Xianfeng, Director of the International Sensor Association, delivered speeches, sharing the unique development characteristics and cooperation needs of the AIoT industries in various countries and regions, and their aspirations for jointly initiating the WAIA alliance.

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Pleased to meet with HE Budi Arie, Minister of Communications and Informatics, Indonesia on the sidelines of #WSIS. Insightful discussion with HE about - 🔹Indonesia’s monumental step towards digitalizing all IDs, which will enhance accessibility for more than 200 million citizens. 🔹Increasing investment in ICT infrastructure and fostering innovation ecosystems through public-private partnerships. With its strategic initiatives and investments Indonesia has a promising digital economy, projected to be at $125 bn by 2025, which is one of the largest shares in the region. We look forward to exploring areas of mutual collaboration and cooperation between Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) and Ministry of Communications and Informatics to achieve our shared goals. #DigitalProsperity4All.

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Belanjawan 2025 outlines key investments to advance Malaysia’s digital and tech sectors. The budget focuses on expanding broadband connectivity, enhancing AI education and adoption, and boosting startup funding through new venture capital initiatives. It also emphasizes digital transformation for SMEs, cloud infrastructure development, and support for emerging technologies like Industry 4.0. These efforts aim to strengthen Malaysia’s tech ecosystem, drive innovation, and build a skilled workforce ready for the future. Find out more about the key initiatives shaping the nation’s tech landscape. #Belanjawan2025 #CradleFund #CreatingLeadingStartups

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In this episode of "Talks with Kalpana," host Kalpana Singhal and Mr. Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar O. Head of IT at PNB Commercial Sdn. Berhad discusses the transformative impact of #digitaltechnologies in the #realestate sector, focusing on #AI, #IoT, and #sustainability. Key insights include: Digital Transformation: Companies are increasingly leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience, with AI playing a pivotal role in data-driven decision-making. AI in Real Estate: AI helps predict market trends, optimize operations, and automate processes, allowing for more effective asset management and pricing strategies. Customer Engagement: Technologies like VR and AR are revolutionizing property viewing, while IoT devices in smart buildings improve tenant comfort and energy efficiency. Sustainability Initiatives: The push for green building technologies is reshaping strategies, with a focus on solar energy and resource-efficient materials. Future Challenges and Opportunities: Cybersecurity remains a challenge, but #digitalization offers vast opportunities for automating processes and managing larger property portfolios effectively. #TechPriorities : Over the next few years, PNB Commercial aims to enhance cybersecurity, further integrate AI solutions, and adopt sustainable practices in property development. Tune in for an in-depth look at how #technology is shaping the future of real estate. #cxotechsummit #cxotvnews #techinsights #digitaltransformation #operationalefficiency #customerexperience #datastrategy #automation #ar #vr #iot #greenbuildings #smartbuildings #solarenergy #cybersecurity

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Desa.ai: Empowering Villages with Technology In an increasingly digital world, many rural communities face the challenge of staying connected and reaping the benefits of modern technology. Desa.ai was founded with a clear mission: to empower villages through digital innovation, bridge gaps in connectivity, and bring sustainable growth to communities that have long been left out of the technological revolution. To achieve this, villages need to be incorporated similarly to municipalities in the United States, ensuring proper governance and access to resources. Such technology can now be more easily implemented using the Lumbung Token Distribution engine, which provides an efficient mechanism for distributing digital tools and resources.

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5 key challenges facing Malaysia's startup ecosystem: 1. Funding: Despite government support, more effort is needed to attract private investment to ensure a diverse and sustainable funding landscape for startups at all stages. 2. Talent: Cultural fears of failure deter many from entrepreneurship, highlighting the need for a cultural shift to foster a risk-tolerant talent pool. 3. Innovation: A disconnect between research and commercialization limits startup innovation, with late-stage market expertise not aligning with initial ideas. 4. Policies & Regulations: Overlapping functions of various agencies complicate support for startups, calling for more streamlined and transparent regulatory processes. 5. Market Environment: The predominance of local accelerators and incubators with limited international networks and restrictive government procurement processes further challenge the ecosystem. It is also noted that between 2008 and 2016, Malaysia's startup ecosystem contributed RM3.4 billion to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and created 80,600 jobs. By 2030, it is expected to add RM30.8 billion to the GDP. https://lnkd.in/dP93ABaz

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Endeavor's Future Forum 2.0 is here to support and empower Malaysian startups and entrepreneurs! With Cradle Fund via the MYStartup initiative as our patron, along with the support from Grab Malaysia, GXBank, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), it's time to dive into the latest trends in consumer technology and explore what the future holds for this ever-evolving industry. This year, we are excited to feature a special Legal Clinic in partnership with KPMG Law (Zaid Ibrahim & Co). Designed to provide you with the legal guidance essential for your business success. Here’s what you can expect: 1. Personalized legal advice: Whether you need help with Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), Taxes, Incorporation Journey, Intellectual Property, or any other legal matter, our experts are here to assist. 2. Pre-event preparation: To ensure you receive the best possible advice, our legal advisors will prepare thoroughly based on your submitted problem statements via Eventbrite. Here's 2 simple steps to register for Future Forum 2.0's Legal Clinic! 1) First, redeem your commitment fee tickets. (Only those with attendee passes are allowed to participate in Future Forum 2.0) 2) As you fill the form, you will encounter the question in the next slide. Tick "YES" and fill in all of the required details. Don’t miss this opportunity to get the legal support you need and take your business to the next level! Get your tickets now, at https://lnkd.in/gx7geMpz

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Digitalising Public Services to Increase Accessibility 👵🏽 In an opinion piece published by the Khazanah Research Institute, Rachel Gong lauds the Malaysian government’s efforts at digitalising public service in line with commitment to a digital-first public sector, but also highlighted the need to simplify tech and processes in these efforts so as to ensure accessibility and inclusion of all, especially seniors. She also suggested two ways this can be done — using single sign-ons to access digital public services and developing mobile-friendly websites to complement mobile apps. 🖥️ In the same vein, more can be done in the private sector to increase accessibility and inclusion for the public benefit. More specifically, Tech For Good Institute’s ‘Leveraging Digital Platforms for Public Benefit’ report outlines how digital platforms can streamline processes and prioritise inclusion to drive collective good. 🚀 Swipe through the slides or check out the reports to find out more about encouraging accessibility, inclusion and equity for both public services and digital platforms! ➡️ [KRI: Simplify systems to make digital public services easier to use] https://lnkd.in/gvEHsN2K [TFGI: Leveraging Digital Platforms for Public Benefit] https://lnkd.in/gwW6iFQf #TechForGood #PublicGood #PublicBenefit #Digitalisation #DigitalTransformation #Malaysia #SoutheastAsia #Inclusivity #Accessibility

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I would like to congratulate GDS for successfully organising their first Supply Chain Ecosystem Summit. Let me make three brief points with regards to the data centre sector. First, all the stars are aligned. Malaysia is now on the cusp of a second economic takeoff with Johor being the main engine of growth. New investments are coming up in Johor at an unprecedented rate. At this moment, the data centre boom constitute a significant portion of these investments into the state. With thoroughly thought through policies in place to regulate the industry, data centre investments will be one of the key engines forJohor's economic takeoff. With the federal and state governments closely aligned, Johor will transform into an economic powerhouse in the current global economic and investment landscape. Second, whole value chain investment. The investment into data centre infrastructure is massive and growing exponentially. It is time for Malaysia to look at the industry from a whole value chain perspective, rather than just solely focusing on data centres alone. By that I mean we would like to see data centre operators bringing also investors for renewable energy and water while on the “downstream” part, work on research and development (R&D) for data centre equipment as well as application of artificial intelligence (AI) in our daily lives and in the general manufacturing activities. There is an urgent need to bring together Malaysian local equipment manufacturers and the data centre industry so that the data centre boom could benefit Malaysian companies. There are already many Malaysian equipment manufacturers supporting the semiconductor industry and there is no reason why they can't adapt to support the data centre sector. The GDS supply chain summit is a step in the right direction to develop a Malaysian supply chain. Third, creating a sectoral body for better collaboration with the government. The nascent yet rapidly growing data centre sector requires better collaboration and coordination between the operators and the government. This is more pressing given that the generative AI is upending all previous calculus at once. A ChatGPT search requires 10x more energy compared to a Google search. Data centres’ demand for energy in the context of generative AI is new and coming at a rapid fire pace. I call on the key data centre operators, including GDS, to come together to form an association and through which discuss sectoral policies concerning the sector. The data centre boom is akin to building the (regulatory) ship while sailing it. Having a sectoral body to engage the government is of mutual benefit. An effective association could potentially help regulate the potential speculative build. All in all, this summit is the first step to building a Malaysian supply chain for the data centres operating here.

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📢 Exciting News from Group-IB! 📢 Today, we're thrilled to announce a new partnership with HELP University, the BIMP-EAGA Business Council (BEBC), and the BIMP-EAGA ICT CEO Forum (BEICF) to fortify cybersecurity in Southeast Asia! 🌏 This Memorandum of Understanding is a significant step in advancing cybersecurity knowledge, solutions, and professional training across the region. Together, we’ll equip organizations and IT professionals in BIMP-EAGA with the tools and expertise they need to tackle cyber threats. Through this collaboration: 🔹Group-IB will provide industry-leading tools like our Unified Risk Platform to help local businesses safeguard their digital assets. 🔹HELP University will offer specialized training programs, with participants receiving a joint certification that reflects their strengthened skills in digital forensics, threat investigation, and more. As cyber threats evolve, we're committed to supporting and upskilling Southeast Asia’s cybersecurity workforce. 👉 Learn more about our partnership here: https://lnkd.in/ga-rb2f5 #Cybersecurity #GroupIB #HELPUniversity #BIMPEAGA #DigitalDefense #CyberAwareness #ThreatInvestigation #FightAgainstCybercrime

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Exciting news for small and medium-sized enterprises (#SMEs) in #Perak State! #Nityo and Perak Digital have partnered up to launch a #digitalization initiative, helping SMEs transition from brick and mortar to online sales. As part of this initiative, we are thrilled to announce that we have successfully onboarded several SMEs to sell their products and services #online! This partnership is a game-changer for #SMEs looking to expand their reach and grow their businesses in the #digital age. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting initiative! #digitaltransformation #onlinesales #partnership

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I got an email today that had me bouncing off the walls: "Dear Ainol Razman, Congratulations! Kemaih SDN BHD has been selected as one of the finalists for the One ASEAN Startup Award Phnom Penh Pre-event in the Impact Startup category." To be in the final at the ASEAN level—that’s an achievement in itself! It’s the kind of news that makes you feel like maybe all those sleepless nights and countless rejections were worth it. Speaking of rejections, let's take a stroll down memory lane with some gems we've heard from our local "Impact" Investors: 1. “Have you monetized?” (Um, hello, we’re still in the PoC phase of a brand-new innovation. Charge now and close shop tomorrow? Genius advice, truly.) 2. “You’re not there yet.” (Oh really? Could you kindly point us to where we should be after the MVP and PoC stages?) 3. “You don’t have a problem to commercialize, so no grants for you.” (Ah, yes, because no one likes a startup that might actually succeed.) 4. “Not something we’re looking at right now, we do Fintech and online gambling only.” (Well, aren’t you just a beacon of societal progress?) And the list goes on… It’s frustrating—no, scratch that—absolutely hilarious to keep hearing these rejections. But guess what? We now have our to-be customers—TASKA and TADIKA KEMAS, SeDIDIK of Sarawak, Yayasan Pahang Daycare Centers, Anak Selangor Anak Sihat Program, and NCDRC. We believe in what we’re doing, and we’re not about to let 20% (and growing) of our future generation turn into Jabba-the-Hut-looking zombies with low IQs because of the issue of early-year-malnourishment. See you in Phnom Penh on 2nd September 2024 and thank you etria startup and Jetro! Anyway, for those who thinks this is a Mickey Mouse Award, Eria stands for Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia. You can visit this site to know more: https://lnkd.in/gbn96bJm

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🚨Introducing PAN 2.0: A Smarter, Unified Future for Taxpayer Services! The government’s PAN 2.0 project is a game-changing e-Governance initiative aimed at re-engineering PAN and TAN services. This upgrade consolidates PAN, TAN, and TIN into a single identifier, streamlining compliance for businesses and simplifying access for individuals. 🔍Key Features: ✔️ Unified portal for all PAN/TAN-related services. ✔️ Eco-friendly, paperless processes. ✔️ Enhanced security with a PAN Data Vault. ✔️ Dynamic QR codes for updated, real-time information. Good news: Existing PAN cards remain valid, but upgrading to the new QR code-enabled design is recommended to future-proof your identity. This initiative is set to revolutionize how taxpayers interact with digital systems, enhancing convenience and security. 👉 Disclaimer: Investments in securities markets are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing #PAN2 #DigitalIndia #eGovernance #SMCGlobal

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November 22, 2024 Malaysia’s semiconductor industry is ramping up, With the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), growing demand for the Internet of Things (IoT), as well as electric vehicles (EVs), there’s now more need for advanced chips. It’s great news for Malaysia as we’re the sixth largest exporter of semiconductors, with the industry accounting for 40% of the nation’s export output. We currently command 13% of the global market for semiconductor packaging, assembly, and testing. But a key challenge the industry faces is a shortage in skilled talents and lack of research and development (R&D). Without these, we’ll start to lose our competitiveness on the global stage. This is where the Malaysia Semiconductor Recruitment Day 2024 comes in. Organised by Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec), the inaugural event saw over 2,000 attendees and 3,000 job screenings for 25 companies. But don’t fret if you missed the event. Here is a list of several leading Malaysian companies in the electrical and electronics (E&E) industry with job openings.

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MEET THE MOST EXCITING FABLESS IC DESIGN COMPANY THAT FEW HAS HEARD OF IN PENANG - PixArt Imaging Who?  9 out of 10 professional gamers would not enter an Esports tournament without a mouse that has their sensor built-in.  Top prize money for the winner?  Millions. Most have heard of Razer Inc.  But have you heard of Xfrty, Finalmouse, Fnatic or Pwnage? They all use PixArt’s sensors. PixArt designs and develops the highest performance optical sensor in the world! They have 90 engineers and designers to do this exciting and fun job. Here in Penang. Not bad. Some people think they are only an R&D team doing ‘stuff’! Even so. The best spec for a PixArt sensor now has 35,000 dpi and 750 ips (that’s dots per inch and inches per second!). This mixed signal CMOS imaging IC reaches 20,000 fps, that's frames (or pictures) per second! The research needed relate to: 👉 Resolution - how fine the cursor can differentiate spots on the screen 👉 Speed - how quickly the sensor can respond to a mouse move 👉 Error - how much tolerance is acceptable for the gamer 👉 Lift - how far from the surface before the sensor can start detecting again (huh?) To do that, they have to understand what the best gamers need, nay, demand from the mouse. Money is at stake! That’s real R&D.  And the team has already registered over 150 patents. Speaking with Kok Chin PAN, SVP of PixArt Imaging Penang, I found out that they now even have sensors that can operate in clean polished glass. Wow! Try that on your normal mouse! The idea for a surface based optical sensor came about in 1990 at HPLabs Bristol when engineers there thought of a handheld scanner that you can carry around in your corporate briefcase. That became an HP product, Capshare 920, which bombed in the market.  The brilliant researchers had solved the design challenges [see video] but failed on use cases - it was too early to market. Today, we have the camera on your phone to do the same. Then VP of HP’s Semicon Division, William (Bill) Sullivan assigned Jason Hartlove to find an alternative application for the sensor. He found Microsoft who wanted to replace the infamous rollerball.  Thus the world’s first optical mouse, the MS Intellimouse, was born. Millions were subsequently sold. Job done, responsibility for the sensor was transferred to Penang’s manufacturing operation in 2001, by then had become Agilent. CEO Hock Tan sold the operations to PixArt Imaging of Taiwan in 2012 a few years after Agilent became Avago Technologies. Who knew online Esports will create a need for a high performance mouse? The PixArt Penang team responded, and improved the sensor until they became the most sought after sensor for Esports. IC design isn’t just about doing what customers tell you. PixArt IC designers created what users really want. That’s R&D. Create history.  Like PixArt. Follow ET Tan for provoking thoughts on tech and humanity, and cool companies in Penang. #pearlnessofpenang

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Exciting update from CS Leaflabs Alhamdulillah, we're advancing step by step. Today we had a fruitful discussions with Angkatan Koperasi Kebangsaan Malaysia (ANGKASA)'s Strategic Communication team on piloting our enhanced machine learning capabilities for the Fertilemate Mobile App. Grateful to Angkasa for their hospitality and partnership in this initiative, aimed at supporting employee hormone health and fostering productivity aligned with SDG Goal 3: Good Health & Wellbeing. Improving hormone health among employees brings numerous advantages: - Enhanced Productivity: Balanced hormones boost energy, focus, and cognitive function, enhancing overall productivity. - Reduced Absenteeism: Addressing hormone imbalances can mitigate health issues that cause absenteeism, ensuring a more reliable workforce. - Employee Well-being: Supporting hormone health enhances employee satisfaction and engagement. - Long-term Health Benefits: Proactive hormone management can lead to sustained health improvements and potentially lower healthcare costs. Exciting times ahead as we pave the way for healthier, more productive workplaces! #HealthTech #EmployeeWellbeing #Fertilemate Sathiakumar Subramaniam NOR LELA ABDUL GHANI Hudhaifa A.

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Unlock the potential of SGP.32 'IoT' standard with our webinar hosted with Eseye! Learn practical migration tips and debunk common myths. Don't miss this opportunity - register now to join us on July 18th! #IoT #SGP32 #Webinar

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