What happened
MDEC’s 28 September forum brought together investors, technology companies, state agencies and Malaysian enterprises to discuss the next stage of the country’s AI economy.
Why it matters locally
The agency emphasised turning investment into commercial products, stronger Malaysian companies and higher-value jobs. For business owners, this is a reason to identify a practical problem that AI can help solve.
A practical next step
Choose one repetitive workflow, document its current time and quality, and run a small evaluation. Any funding or programme eligibility should be checked directly with the relevant agency.