Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)

Every corridor holds a memory. Every conversation leaves a mark. Today, we accompanied our CEO, Anuar Fariz Fariz on his final walkabout across MDEC, sharing stories, laughter and moments of appreciation with colleagues from across the organisation. Thank you for your leadership, encouragement and unwavering support over the years. While farewells are never easy, we are grateful for the journey, the lessons and the lasting impact you have made on all of us. As you begin your next chapter, we wish you continued success, fulfilment and happiness in the road ahead. 💙✨ #MalaysiaDigital #ThankYou #Farewell #MDECFamily #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 ===== Di sebalik setiap langkah, tersimpan cerita. Di sebalik setiap pertemuan, tercipta kenangan. Hari ini, kami mengiringi CEO kami, Anuar Fariz Fadzil dalam _walkabout_ terakhir beliau di MDEC, mengimbau detik-detik yang telah dikongsi bersama serta mengucapkan selamat maju jaya bagi perjalanan yang bakal diteruskan. Terima kasih atas kepimpinan, inspirasi dan sokongan yang telah diberikan selama ini. Walaupun berat untuk mengucapkan selamat tinggal, kami amat menghargai segala jasa, pengalaman dan kenangan yang ditinggalkan. Semoga terus berjaya dan berbahagia dalam babak baharu yang menanti. 💙✨ #MalaysiaDigital #TerimaKasih #SelamatMajuJaya #WargaMDEC #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

MDEC Chairman, Ganesh Kumar Bangah, officiated Silentmode FuelForward 2026, bringing industry leaders together to explore how digitalisation and AI can transform the fuel retail industry. As Malaysia moves towards an AI-native economy, he emphasised the importance of leveraging technology to solve real business challenges, create value and build trust. It is encouraging to see Silentmode, a Made by Malaysia company, continue expanding its regional footprint across the region. ==== Pengerusi MDEC, Ganesh Kumar Bangah, telah merasmikan Silentmode FuelForward 2026, yang menghimpunkan pemimpin industri untuk meneroka bagaimana pendigitalan dan AI dapat mentransformasi sektor runcit bahan api. Dalam usaha Malaysia menuju ekonomi AI-native, kita perlu memberi tumpuan kepada penerapan teknologi bagi menyelesaikan cabaran perniagaan. Bangga melihat Silentmode, sebuah syarikat Made by Malaysia, kini mengembangkan perniagaannya ke peringkat serantau. #MalaysiaDigital #DCG2026 #DigitalContentGrant #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

After two years as CEO of MDEC, Anuar Fariz Fadzil reflects on the transformation of Malaysia’s digital economy and the journey of strengthening MDEC’s role in driving digital growth. During his tenure, MDEC secured close to RM180 billion in digital investments from more than 1,000 Malaysia Digital (MD) Status companies, expected to create over 42,000 jobs. He also shares his perspectives on AI, organisational transformation and the future of Malaysia’s digital economy. 🔗 Read full article: https://lnkd.in/gyFeyudh #MalaysiaDigital #MDECCeo #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 === Setelah menerajui MDEC selama dua tahun sebagai Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif (CEO), Anuar Fariz Fadzil berkongsi refleksi mengenai transformasi ekonomi digital Malaysia serta usaha memperkukuh peranan MDEC dalam memacu pertumbuhan digital negara. Sepanjang tempoh kepimpinannya, MDEC berjaya menarik hampir RM180 bilion pelaburan digital daripada lebih 1,000 syarikat berstatus Malaysia Digital (MD), yang dijangka mewujudkan lebih 42,000 peluang pekerjaan. Beliau turut berkongsi pandangan mengenai AI, transformasi organisasi serta hala tuju ekonomi digital Malaysia. 🔗 Baca artikel penuh: https://lnkd.in/gyFeyudh

Founders. Investors. Government. Industry. Talent. All in one room. KL20 unites Malaysia's startup ecosystem across Penang, Johor and Kuala Lumpur, with 100+ speakers, 300+ enterprises and real capital together. Find out more → kl20.gov.my #KL20 #MalaysiaStartups

Moderated a session yesterday on investing in Malaysia’s AI ecosystem at MDEC’s MDX, bringing together different perspectives on what it will take to turn the country’s growing AI capabilities into real economic value. The discussion featured Informed Solutions chief transformation officer (ASEAN) G Saravanan, HAVI global technology transformation director Daniela Ribeiro and K3 Ventures investment head Thea Tan, we discussed Malaysia's progress in building the foundations — from infrastructure and compute to talent and investment. The next challenge is translating these into stronger Malaysian companies, higher productivity, better jobs and solutions that can compete globally. Ultimately, infrastructure is only the beginning. What matters is how effectively we turn it into innovation, commercial opportunities and lasting value for Malaysia. Media report: https://lnkd.in/gfaPYF-e #MDXForum2026 #MDEC #DigitalTransformation #MalaysiaDigital Economy #AI

Connecting the dots for a smarter digital future. MDEC was pleased to be represented  by Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Vice President, Digital Adoption, at China Mobile International’s iSolution AI Digitalisation: Align and Reconnect 2026 – Empowering Businesses, Connecting the Dots. In his keynote remarks, Ir. Wan Murdani highlighted the importance of digital adoption, responsible AI and stronger industry collaboration in accelerating business transformation. As Malaysia advances towards becoming an AI Nation by 2030, MDEC remains committed to working with industry and technology partners to empower businesses, drive innovation and unlock new opportunities across the digital economy. === Menghubungkan setiap elemen demi masa depan digital yang lebih pintar. MDEC telah diwakili oleh Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Naib Presiden, Pendigitalan, di China Mobile International’s iSolution AI Digitalisation: Align and Reconnect 2026 – Empowering Businesses, Connecting the Dots. Dalam ucaptama beliau, Ir. Wan Murdani menekankan kepentingan penggunaan teknologi digital, AI yang bertanggungjawab serta kerjasama industri yang lebih kukuh dalam mempercepatkan transformasi perniagaan. Seiring Malaysia menuju ke arah menjadi Negara AI menjelang 2030, MDEC kekal komited untuk bekerjasama dengan pemain industri dan rakan teknologi bagi memperkasa perniagaan, memacu inovasi serta membuka peluang baharu dalam ekonomi digital. #MalaysiaDigital #iSolution #ChinaMobileInternational #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

🎬🎮 Creativity Reimagined: Johor Takes the Stage for Malaysia’s Orange Economy! KL20@Johor 2026: The Orange Economy Chapter – Creativity Reimagined brought Malaysia’s creative and digital ecosystem together at Iskandar Malaysia Studios on 29 September. Officiated by YB Tuan Haji Akmal Nasrullah bin Haji Mohd Nasir, Minister of Economy, the programme connected creators, filmmakers, game developers, investors and technology leaders to unlock new growth through creativity, IP, technology and capital. Discussions spanned film, streaming, animation, gaming, VFX, AI, virtual production, IP and investment, alongside business matching, industry showcases, and the 36-Hour Game Jam and Screen Jam. A key highlight was USD22 million in international film and TV collaborations involving Malaysia, Australia and South Korea. Where creativity meets capital. Where ideas become opportunities. ------ 🎬🎮 Kreativiti Diimaginasikan Semula: Johor Menerajui Ekonomi Jingga Malaysia! KL20@Johor 2026: The Orange Economy Chapter – Creativity Reimagined menghimpunkan ekosistem kreatif dan digital Malaysia di Iskandar Malaysia Studios pada 29 September. Dirasmikan oleh YB Tuan Haji Akmal Nasrullah bin Haji Mohd Nasir, Menteri Ekonomi, program ini menghimpunkan penggiat kreatif, pembikin filem, pembangun permainan, pelabur dan pemain teknologi untuk meneroka potensi kreativiti, IP, teknologi dan modal. Perbincangan merangkumi filem, penstriman, animasi, gaming, VFX, AI, produksi maya, IP dan pelaburan, disokong padanan perniagaan, pameran industri serta 36-Jam Game Jam dan Screen Jam. Sorotan utama: kerjasama filem dan TV antarabangsa bernilai USD22 juta melibatkan Malaysia, Australia dan Korea Selatan. Di mana kreativiti bertemu modal. Di mana idea menjadi peluang. #MalaysiaDigital #KL20Johor #MinistryofEconomy #IRDA #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA)

MDX Forum 2026 brought together industry leaders, international companies and state representatives from Pahang, Penang, Sarawak, Johor and Perak to explore how Malaysia can turn digital investment into long term economic value. The forum focused on creating greater opportunities across the states and building an ecosystem where all stakeholders can benefit and grow together. A key highlight was the keynote by Jason Sosa, AI technologist and Founder of Sosa Research, who shared what capital looks for when evaluating businesses and Malaysia’s strengths on the global stage. The programme also featured the National AI Compute Exchange (NACX), state investment agency showcases and the AI Nation Application Zone (ANAZ), an MDEC developed initiative that supports users in turning conversations into complete and compliant applications. Thank you to all speakers, delegates, partners and stakeholders for being part of the conversation on what Malaysia builds next. #MalaysiaDigital #MDXForum2026 #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 MDX Forum 2026 telah menghimpunkan pemimpin industri, syarikat antarabangsa serta wakil negeri dari Pahang, Pulau Pinang, Sarawak, Johor dan Perak bagi membincangkan bagaimana Malaysia dapat menterjemahkan pelaburan digital kepada nilai ekonomi jangka panjang. Forum ini memberi tumpuan kepada usaha mewujudkan lebih banyak peluang di seluruh negeri serta membina ekosistem yang membolehkan semua pihak mendapat manfaat dan berkembang bersama. Antara sorotan utama ialah sesi ucaptama oleh Jason Sosa, pakar teknologi AI dan Pengasas Sosa Research, yang berkongsi pandangan tentang perkara yang dinilai oleh penyedia modal serta kelebihan Malaysia di persada global. Program ini turut menampilkan National AI Compute Exchange (NACX), pameran agensi pelaburan negeri dan AI Nation Application Zone (ANAZ), sebuah inisiatif yang dibangunkan oleh MDEC untuk membantu pengguna menghasilkan permohonan yang lengkap dan mematuhi keperluan. Terima kasih kepada semua penceramah, delegasi, rakan kerjasama dan pihak berkepentingan yang telah menjadi sebahagian daripada perbincangan tentang langkah seterusnya untuk Malaysia.

Malaysia’s digital future will be shaped by more than technology adoption. It will be shaped by innovation, talent, and collaboration. At National University of Malaysia (UKM)’s 2nd International Conference on Global Business & Digital Economy (ICGLOBDE 2026), Datuk Ts. Fadzli Abdul Wahit, Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs represented MDEC to share insights on how Malaysia can strengthen its position as a regional digital leader by accelerating AI adoption, nurturing digital talent, and empowering businesses to innovate and scale globally. As Malaysia advances towards becoming an AI-driven digital nation, collaboration between government, industry, academia, and innovators will be critical in driving sustainable growth, developing future-ready talent, and strengthening our global competitiveness. Together, we can build a digital economy that creates greater value for businesses, communities, and the nation. #MalaysiaDigital #ICGLOBDE2026 #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 === Masa depan digital Malaysia bukan sekadar dibentuk oleh penguasaan teknologi. Ia akan digerakkan oleh inovasi, bakat, dan kerjasama yang kukuh merentasi ekosistem digital. Pada Persidangan Antarabangsa Ke-2 Perniagaan Global & Ekonomi Digital UKM (ICGLOBDE 2026), Datuk Fadzli Abdul Wahit, Naib Presiden Kanan Hal Ehwal Korporat, mewakili MDEC berkongsi pandangan mengenai usaha memperkukuh kedudukan Malaysia sebagai peneraju digital serantau melalui penerimaan kecerdasan buatan (AI) yang dipercepat, pembangunan bakat digital, dan inovasi perniagaan. Ketika Malaysia melangkah ke arah menjadi sebuah negara digital yang dipacu AI, kerjasama antara kerajaan, industri, akademia, dan para inovator kekal penting bagi menjana pertumbuhan mampan, memupuk bakat yang bersedia menghadapi masa depan, serta meningkatkan daya saing global. Bersama-sama, kita boleh membina ekonomi digital yang mencipta nilai lebih besar untuk perniagaan, masyarakat, dan negara.

Congratulations to YBrs. Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Vice President, Digital Adoption of MDEC, on being conferred the P.S.K. (Ahli Yang Ketiga, Paduka) in conjunction with the 57th Birthday Celebration of His Royal Highness Sultan Muhammad V, Sultan of Kelantan. Wishing him continued success in his contributions and service to our beloved nation #MalaysiaDigital #Congratulations #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030 ===== Tahniah kepada YBrs. Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Naib Presiden, Penerimagunaan Digital, MDEC atas penganugerahan P.S.K. (Ahli Yang Ketiga, Paduka) sempena Sambutan Ulang Tahun Hari Keputeraan Ke-57 Kebawah Duli Yang Maha Mulia Sultan Muhammad V, Sultan Kelantan. Semoga beliau terus maju jaya dalam menyumbang bakti dan perkhidmatan kepada negara tercinta. #MalaysiaDigital #Tahniah #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030