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Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Fadillah: Microsoft AI course may expand statewide if successful
Fadillah observes a community leader using AI tools to conduct an online search – Photo by Galileo Petingi KUCHING (July 12): The pilot programme for the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) For My Future course, currently involving 108 participants from the Petra Jaya parliamentary constituency, could be extended to other areas in Sarawak if it proves successful, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said the initiative, held at Centexs Santubong, aims to boost technological skills among grassroots leaders and local communities. 'We're starting with the Petra Jaya area, and if this programme succeeds in terms of training effectiveness and its impact on the community, we'll expand it to other areas throughout Sarawak,' he said after visiting course participants at Centexs Santubong here today. Fadillah said the course is a strategic collaboration between Microsoft and the Petra Jaya Parliamentary Constituency Service Centre, designed to empower community leaders, educators, non-government organisations (NGOs), and rural entrepreneurs through AI. The training includes village chiefs, teachers, and NGO representatives, and focuses on practical applications such as AI-powered correspondence management, data analysis, digital searches, and dashboard creation – tools that support local planning. Participants are also being trained to become trainers in their own communities. While he acknowledged challenges faced by older participants, Fadillah praised their enthusiasm, calling it a promising sign for the programme's sustainability. 'If we can train them well, they can then train others. This will spark a new wave of tech-savvy individuals in rural communities,' he said. Fadillah also underscored the importance of building community databases to identify those in need and deliver more targeted government services. 'With limited financial resources, we must plan wisely. This technology can help us reach those goals,' he said, noting the programme aligns with Sarawak's push toward a digital economy by 2030. Also present during the visit was Centexs CEO Dato Syeed Mohd Hussien Wan Abdul Rahman. community leaders fadillah yusof Kuching Microsoft AI course
Barnama
28-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia's Digital Investment Pipeline Reaches RM59.1 Bln As Of April -- Tengku Zafrul
BUSINESS KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz having a chat at the ASEAN Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Economic Forum 2025 here today. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has a digital investment pipeline of RM59.1 billion as of April 2025, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. He said that the projected information technology (IT) load for this pipeline exceeds 300 megawatts (MW). 'From 2021 to 2024, approved investments in data centres and cloud computing alone total RM113.8 billion, with 23 landmark projects proposing nearly 1,900 MW in IT load,' he said in his opening remarks at the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tour 2025, here today. Tengku Zafrul said the impact of Microsoft's investments, along with other strategic digital projects, has propelled Malaysia into the upper echelons of regional digital competitiveness. 'Malaysia's AI ecosystem is vibrant, we have over 140 local AI solution providers in the Malaysia Digital framework, delivering real-world applications in healthcare, agriculture, cities, and manufacturing. 'Our policy ecosystem also supports this momentum. The government has introduced the Digital Ecosystem Acceleration (Desac) incentive to attract high-quality, sustainable digital infrastructure,' he said. He noted that Microsoft's commitment is pivotal, as evidenced by initiatives such as Project Big Blue in Johor and Project Baby Blue in Cyberjaya, as well as the US$1 billion Bersama Malaysia Initiative and the recent US$2.2 billion GoSEA announcement (US$1=RM4.23). These are investments in Malaysia's future, people, and status as a regional AI and digital hub, said Tengku Zafrul. In 2024, Malaysia approved a record RM133.3 billion in new digital investments, bringing the total approved during the 2021-2024 period to RM278 billion across 23 major projects, anchored by advanced data centres and cloud infrastructure, creating nearly 88,000 new jobs and establishing Malaysia as a digital leader in ASEAN.
The Star
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia's digital investment pipeline reaches RM59.1bil as of April
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has a digital investment pipeline of RM59.1 billion as of April 2025, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. He said that the projected information technology (IT) load for this pipeline exceeds 300 megawatts (MW). "From 2021 to 2024, approved investments in data centres and cloud computing alone total RM113.8 billion, with 23 landmark projects proposing nearly 1,900 MW in IT load,' he said in his opening remarks at the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tour 2025, here today. Tengku Zafrul said the impact of Microsoft's investments, along with other strategic digital projects, has propelled Malaysia into the upper echelons of regional digital competitiveness. "Malaysia's AI ecosystem is vibrant, we have over 140 local AI solution providers in the Malaysia Digital framework, delivering real-world applications in healthcare, agriculture, cities, and manufacturing. "Our policy ecosystem also supports this momentum. The government has introduced the Digital Ecosystem Acceleration (Desac) incentive to attract high-quality, sustainable digital infrastructure,' he said. He noted that Microsoft's commitment is pivotal, as evidenced by initiatives such as Project Big Blue in Johor and Project Baby Blue in Cyberjaya, as well as the US$1 billion Bersama Malaysia Initiative and the recent US$2.2 billion GoSEA announcement (US$1=RM4.23). These are investments in Malaysia's future, people, and status as a regional AI and digital hub, said Tengku Zafrul. In 2024, Malaysia approved a record RM133.3 billion in new digital investments, bringing the total approved during the 2021-2024 period to RM278 billion across 23 major projects, anchored by advanced data centres and cloud infrastructure, creating nearly 88,000 new jobs and establishing Malaysia as a digital leader in ASEAN. "Malaysia's digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) this year, with national GDP growth forecast between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent. "Our ambitions are tightly linked to our role as ASEAN chair in 2025, where we are championing the theme: 'Advancing for a Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable ASEAN,'' he added. - Bernama
The Sun
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia's digital investment pipeline reaches RM59.1 bln as of April -- Tengku Zafrul
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has a digital investment pipeline of RM59.1 billion as of April 2025, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. He said that the projected information technology (IT) load for this pipeline exceeds 300 megawatts (MW). 'From 2021 to 2024, approved investments in data centres and cloud computing alone total RM113.8 billion, with 23 landmark projects proposing nearly 1,900 MW in IT load,' he said in his opening remarks at the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tour 2025, here today. Tengku Zafrul said the impact of Microsoft's investments, along with other strategic digital projects, has propelled Malaysia into the upper echelons of regional digital competitiveness. 'Malaysia's AI ecosystem is vibrant, we have over 140 local AI solution providers in the Malaysia Digital framework, delivering real-world applications in healthcare, agriculture, cities, and manufacturing. 'Our policy ecosystem also supports this momentum. The government has introduced the Digital Ecosystem Acceleration (Desac) incentive to attract high-quality, sustainable digital infrastructure,' he said. He noted that Microsoft's commitment is pivotal, as evidenced by initiatives such as Project Big Blue in Johor and Project Baby Blue in Cyberjaya, as well as the US$1 billion Bersama Malaysia Initiative and the recent US$2.2 billion GoSEA announcement (US$1=RM4.23). These are investments in Malaysia's future, people, and status as a regional AI and digital hub, said Tengku Zafrul. In 2024, Malaysia approved a record RM133.3 billion in new digital investments, bringing the total approved during the 2021-2024 period to RM278 billion across 23 major projects, anchored by advanced data centres and cloud infrastructure, creating nearly 88,000 new jobs and establishing Malaysia as a digital leader in ASEAN. 'Malaysia's digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) this year, with national GDP growth forecast between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent. 'Our ambitions are tightly linked to our role as ASEAN chair in 2025, where we are championing the theme: 'Advancing for a Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable ASEAN,'' he added.
The Sun
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia digital investment hits RM59.1 bln as of April
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has a digital investment pipeline of RM59.1 billion as of April 2025, according to Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. He said that the projected information technology (IT) load for this pipeline exceeds 300 megawatts (MW). 'From 2021 to 2024, approved investments in data centres and cloud computing alone total RM113.8 billion, with 23 landmark projects proposing nearly 1,900 MW in IT load,' he said in his opening remarks at the Microsoft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tour 2025, here today. Tengku Zafrul said the impact of Microsoft's investments, along with other strategic digital projects, has propelled Malaysia into the upper echelons of regional digital competitiveness. 'Malaysia's AI ecosystem is vibrant, we have over 140 local AI solution providers in the Malaysia Digital framework, delivering real-world applications in healthcare, agriculture, cities, and manufacturing. 'Our policy ecosystem also supports this momentum. The government has introduced the Digital Ecosystem Acceleration (Desac) incentive to attract high-quality, sustainable digital infrastructure,' he said. He noted that Microsoft's commitment is pivotal, as evidenced by initiatives such as Project Big Blue in Johor and Project Baby Blue in Cyberjaya, as well as the US$1 billion Bersama Malaysia Initiative and the recent US$2.2 billion GoSEA announcement (US$1=RM4.23). These are investments in Malaysia's future, people, and status as a regional AI and digital hub, said Tengku Zafrul. In 2024, Malaysia approved a record RM133.3 billion in new digital investments, bringing the total approved during the 2021-2024 period to RM278 billion across 23 major projects, anchored by advanced data centres and cloud infrastructure, creating nearly 88,000 new jobs and establishing Malaysia as a digital leader in ASEAN. 'Malaysia's digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) this year, with national GDP growth forecast between 4.5 per cent and 5.5 per cent. 'Our ambitions are tightly linked to our role as ASEAN chair in 2025, where we are championing the theme: 'Advancing for a Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable ASEAN,'' he added.
