Recently, Malaysia officially announced the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO), marking an important step for the country in promoting the development and application of artificial intelligence technology. The purpose of the National Artificial Intelligence Office is to concentrate efforts on policy-making and regulatory issues, further enhancing Malaysia's influence in the field of artificial intelligence and striving to establish it as a regional AI hub.
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According to reports, the National Artificial Intelligence Office of Malaysia will be incubated by MyDigital Corporation, a subsidiary of the Ministry of Digital Malaysia, and will serve as the core institution for advancing Malaysia's national AI agenda. The goal of NAIO is to promote AI investment, foster technological innovation, strengthen collaboration among various parties, and formulate robust policies and safety support, thereby helping Malaysia transition from an AI consumer to an AI producer.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated at the office's launch ceremony that the establishment of the National Artificial Intelligence Office is a historic moment in Malaysia's digital transformation process, reflecting the government's emphasis on AI development. Additionally, Malaysia announced the establishment of strategic partnerships with six companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, all of which have announced projects in Malaysia over the past year, such as building data centers, cloud infrastructure, and AI centers, demonstrating international companies' confidence in the Malaysian market.
Recent forecasts suggest that the artificial intelligence market in Southeast Asia will reach a scale of $10 billion this year, and it is expected to grow to nearly $26.9 billion by 2030, with an annual compound growth rate of 17.8%.
Key Points:
🌟 Malaysia establishes the National Artificial Intelligence Office (NAIO) to focus on AI policy and regulation.
🤝 NAIO will form strategic partnerships with companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft to promote AI investment and innovation.
📈 The Southeast Asian AI market is expected to reach $26.9 billion by 2030, with Malaysia's digital economy also growing rapidly.
