MDEC
News,Malaysia,Digital Transformation
Alibaba Cloud and MDEC launch SME Digitalization Program to boost Malaysia’s Next-Gen businesses
Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology firm of Alibaba Group, has in partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), announced the launch of the SME Digitalization Program — an initiative designed to accelerate the digital transformation journey of Malaysia’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small and medium-sized businesses……
December 8, 2025
News,Malaysia,Digital Transformation
MDEC and Ant International deepen partnership to accelerate digitalization of MSMEs across Malaysia
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Ant International are strengthening their partnership to accelerate the digital transformation of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) nationwide.
December 4, 2025
SEA,Partner Event,Digital Transformation,Malaysia
SCEKL 2025 concludes with strong outcomes for Asean’s digital future
SCEKL 2025 welcomed 10,700 registered participants who came from all over the country and also from the ASEAN region. As the first Southeast Asian city to host the Smart City Expo World Congress, Kuala Lumpur has positioned itself as a convening hub for the region’s AI Cities and digital transformation dialogue. Delegates from 28 ASEAN cities underscored…
September 27, 2025
News,SEA,Events,Malaysia,Digital Transformation
[SCEKL25] Digital Ministry to build ecosystem supporting Malaysia’s ‘AI Nation’ ambition
As Malaysia is expected to table Budget 2026 next month, Gobind also hoped that the Ministry will get additional funding that helps to expand on programs that create awareness, explain to people how technology can help, what are the risks involved and how to avoid those risks.
September 25, 2025
Malaysia to host first ever Southeast Asia Smart City Expo
Taking place from Sept 17 to 19, SCEKL25 will carry the theme “AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future,” reflecting Malaysia’s bold vision to build intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable cities powered by cutting-edge technologies. The Expo, co-organised by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) for the Ministry of…
September 3, 2025
Penang Digital Economy Summit 2025 concludes with bold commitments to advance the digital economy of Penang into a tech & innovation hub
One of the summit’s cornerstones was the ceremonial unveiling of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030. This long-term strategic roadmap outlines Penang’s vision to become a digital-first state through collaborative efforts among state and federal government agencies, GLCs, technology leaders, and industry players. The DEMP focuses on driving…
August 11, 2025
News,Thailand,Digital Transformation,Malaysia
Malaysia, Thailand ink ten MOUs for $47.28M potential digital exports
Malaysian tech companies and Thai partners have signed ten memorandums of understanding (MoUs) which are expected to generate over MYR 200 million ($47.28 million) in potential digital export opportunities for these local tech companies.
August 7, 2025
Malaysia launches Next Gen TeenXChange and Game Changers Coalition Program to empower girls in gaming, STEAM
Malaysia has taken a step forward in advancing digital inclusion with the launch of the Next Gen TeenXChange and Game Changers Coalition Program, a pioneering initiative by UNICEF, in partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and supported by Micron Technology Malaysia as well as Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN).
August 4, 2025
News,Malaysia,Venture Capital,AI
MDEC allocates $6.84M strategic grants to advance AI and industrial digitalization
The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said Tuesday that it is introducing two new grants totaling MYR 2.9 million ($6.84 million), aimed at accelerating digital transformation in two of Malaysia’s most strategic sectors — artificial intelligence (AI) and manufacturing.
July 9, 2025
News,Malaysia,Digital Transformation
Malaysia’s digital investments surge 125 percent quarter on quarter in second quarter
Malaysia’s digital investments under the Malaysia Digital (MD) national strategic initiative surged by 125 percent to MYR 29.47 billion (6.95 billion U.S. dollars) in the second quarter of 2025, rising from MYR 13.11 billion ($3.09 billion) in the first quarter, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) said Monday.
July 8, 2025











