Tech summit underscores power of AI in innovation and defence
The companies are subsidiaries of regional AI and data solutions group Quandatics (M) Sdn Bhd.
The full-day summit, themed "Redefining AI, Digital Intelligence and Cyber Resilience," convened government officials, industry leaders and digital innovators.
The event provided a unified platform for high-level dialogue on how emerging technologies are reshaping both innovation and protection across sectors.
From intelligent automation and enterprise AI and data analytics to real-time cyber threat detection and digital trust, the event showcased how AI is transforming the way organisations build agility, intelligence and security into their operations.
Featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions, and live showcases, AIDEX & CyberCon 2025 fostered meaningful engagement and knowledge exchange across sectors such as finance, manufacturing, technology and public services.
Quandatics Omnitech drove conversations on smart digitalisation, demonstrating how the convergence of data, AI and cloud platforms can help businesses build agile, insight-driven ecosystems.
Through live case studies and expertly-curated contents, the company highlighted how Malaysian and regional enterprises can embrace AI to drive operational efficiency, unify user experiences, and future-proof their digital strategies.
Quandatics Omnitech Chief Executive Officer Dylan Tan said that beyond tools, innovation is about building trust, accelerating decision-making and enabling foresight in how businesses operate.
"We're redefining digital transformation with AI at the centre, not just to drive growth but to ensure it's agile, intelligent, and built to last," he said in a statement.
Meanwhile, Q Armour delved into introducing next-generation of cybersecurity highlighting advancements in AI-driven risk assessment, real-time threat intelligence and proactive security awareness.
The showcase emphasised how adaptive technologies, powered by machine learning and human expertise, can identify patterns, detect threats and mitigate risks autonomously.
The company emphasised the importance of combining machine precision with human expertise to protect critical data and infrastructure.
"Today's threats require more than traditional responses. They demand intelligent, autonomous systems that act in real time, without waiting for human input.
"AIDEX & CyberCon 2025 is a critical platform to demonstrate how AI and human expertise, when combined, unlocks a smarter, faster, and more resilient defence posture," said Q Armour chief executive officer Ken Law.
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