Malaysia spearheads regional drive for AI-powered solutions to shape modern cities

Smart Cities Expo to push Malaysia’s AI vision

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's ambition to become an artificial intelligence (AI) nation is moving a step closer with the hosting of the Smart Cities Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL), says Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Malaysia spearheads regional drive for AI-powered solutions to shape modern cities

“We will be able to use technology and artificial intelligence to enhance urban living – improving how we live, work and thrive in cities.” This remark from Datuk Ahmad Zaki Zahid, chief corporate officer for Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) in Malaysia, sums up the goal of Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL 2025). The event, which has the theme of “AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future”, will take place from September 17 to 19 at the Kuala L…

AI cities must be empowered by local expertise, platforms and solutions, says Malaysia PM

Editor’s note: this article is written in partnership with MDEC. AI cities must be empowered by local expertise, platforms and solutions, according to Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. “A city must be built for the people and serve its purpose and championed by our enterprises. AI cities must be empowered by local expertise, platforms and solutions. We must be proud to have solutions that reflect our unique needs and values,” he said in his…

‘Efforts to combine state initiatives vital for realising AI Nation vision’ - Twentytwo13

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo says artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives exist across various states but operate in silos. To achieve the government’s ‘AI Nation’ vision, these initiatives must be integrated at the Federal level.