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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur to support Malaysia's 2040 Smart Nation agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur 2025 (SCEKL25), the first Southeast Asian edition of the globally renowned Smart City Expo from Barcelona set to take place this September, aligns with Malaysia's aspiration to become a Smart Nation by 2040, says Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. He said SCEKL25 underscored Malaysia's leading role in advancing smart city development anchored by four strategic pillars, namely AI Cities, Sustainable and Resilient Cities, Digital Entrepreneurship and Economic Development and Community Empowerment through Digital Solutions. 'SCEKL25 represents a bold step forward in Malaysia's ambition to become a leading regional digital hub. It sets the stage for transformative conversations about the future of urban innovation,' he said in a statement. Earlier today, Gobind officially launched the 100-day countdown to the expo, which takes place from Sept 17 to 19. Themed 'AI Cities: Shaping Our Digital Future,' the expo highlights Malaysia's vision for smart, inclusive and sustainable cities. Commenting further, Gobind said that with ASEAN's digital economy on the cusp of exponential growth, the expo offered a unique platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies and foster meaningful dialogue on how AI and digital transformation would shape the cities of tomorrow. Meanwhile, in the same statement, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) chief executive officer (CEO) Anuar Fariz Fadzil echoed the sentiment, calling SCEKL25 a catalyst for the smart city revolution in Southeast Asia. He said the initiative reflected the nation's commitment to leading the region in building intelligent, inclusive, resilient and sustainable cities powered by AI, where technology empowers people and drives the next wave of urban transformation The expo, co-organised by the MDEC and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) for the Ministry of Digital, will bring together global leaders, investors, tech innovators and policymakers to explore how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping urban life across ASEAN.
The Star
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
DBKL embraces AI for traffic management
Smart progress: Wilson (left) attending a closed briefing at the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre control room in Bukit Jalil. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is actively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into various aspects of smart city management, focusing on two main initiatives – digital twins and AI-powered traffic management. The Digital Ministry said the digital twin initiative is a virtual city model that allows real-time simulations to be used for more effective urban planning and faster emergency responses. Meanwhile, AI-powered traffic management will enable real-time analytics systems to optimise traffic flow and detect incidents, thereby reducing congestion and improving road safety. 'The use of AI in major cities like Kuala Lumpur now plays an important role in accelerating the modernisation of urban infrastructure and services. 'It enhances urban management efficiency and directly contributes to the improvement of the quality of life for city residents,' said the ministry in a statement yesterday that was reported by Bernama. The ministry said as part of its initiative to promote the adoption of digital technologies, including AI and 5G, the Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong, along with the senior management of the ministry and related agencies, also visited the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre here yesterday. To further bolster the country's smart city ecosystem, the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL 2025) will be organised by the ministry in partnership with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) from Sept 17 to 19. 'This expo will be the main platform to showcase the country's aspirations and achievements in smart city development,' said the ministry. The ministry added that MDEC is also committed to making Malaysia a regional leader in smart city development and digital transformation via various strategic initiatives focused on future technologies such as AI and 5G.
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
DBKL actively implements AI integration in smart city management
KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is actively implementing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in various aspects of smart city management, with two main initiatives highlighted: digital twin and AI-powered traffic management. The Digital Ministry said the digital twin initiative is a virtual city model that allows real-time simulations to be used for more effective urban planning and faster emergency responses. Meanwhile, AI-powered traffic management will enable real-time analytics systems to optimise traffic flow and detect incidents, thereby helping to reduce congestion and improve road safety. 'The use of AI in major cities like Kuala Lumpur now plays an important role in accelerating the modernisation of urban infrastructure and services. 'It not only enhances urban management efficiency but also directly contributes to the improvement of the quality of life for city residents,' said the ministry in a statement today. The ministry said that as part of its initiative to promote the adoption of digital technologies including AI and 5G, the Deputy Digital Minsiter Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong, along with the senior management of the ministry and related agencies, today also visited the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre. In efforts to further strengthen the country's smart city ecosystem, the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL 2025) will be organised by the ministry in collaboration with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) from Sept 17 to 19. 'This expo will be the main platform to showcase the country's aspirations and achievements in smart city development,' said the ministry. The ministry added that MDEC is also committed to making Malaysia a regional leader in smart city development and digital transformation via various strategic initiatives focused on future technologies such as AI and 5G.
Barnama
19-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
DBKL Actively Implements AI Integration In Smart City Management
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is actively implementing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in various aspects of smart city management, with two main initiatives highlighted: digital twin and AI-powered traffic management. The Digital Ministry said the digital twin initiative is a virtual city model that allows real-time simulations to be used for more effective urban planning and faster emergency responses. Meanwhile, AI-powered traffic management will enable real-time analytics systems to optimise traffic flow and detect incidents, thereby helping to reduce congestion and improve road safety. "The use of AI in major cities like Kuala Lumpur now plays an important role in accelerating the modernisation of urban infrastructure and services. "It not only enhances urban management efficiency but also directly contributes to the improvement of the quality of life for city residents," said the ministry in a statement today. The ministry said that as part of its initiative to promote the adoption of digital technologies including AI and 5G, the Deputy Digital Minsiter Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong, along with the senior management of the ministry and related agencies, today also visited the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre. In efforts to further strengthen the country's smart city ecosystem, the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL 2025) will be organised by the ministry in collaboration with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) from Sept 17 to 19. "This expo will be the main platform to showcase the country's aspirations and achievements in smart city development," said the ministry. The ministry added that MDEC is also committed to making Malaysia a regional leader in smart city development and digital transformation via various strategic initiatives focused on future technologies such as AI and 5G.
Malay Mail
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
DBKL turns to AI to ease traffic and modernise city services in Kuala Lumpur
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is actively implementing the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in various aspects of smart city management, with two main initiatives highlighted: digital twin and AI-powered traffic management. The Digital Ministry said the digital twin initiative is a virtual city model that allows real-time simulations to be used for more effective urban planning and faster emergency responses. Meanwhile, AI-powered traffic management will enable real-time analytics systems to optimise traffic flow and detect incidents, thereby helping to reduce congestion and improve road safety. 'The use of AI in major cities like Kuala Lumpur now plays an important role in accelerating the modernisation of urban infrastructure and services. 'It not only enhances urban management efficiency but also directly contributes to the improvement of the quality of life for city residents,' said the ministry in a statement today. The ministry said that as part of its initiative to promote the adoption of digital technologies including AI and 5G, the Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong, along with the senior management of the ministry and related agencies, today also visited the Kuala Lumpur Command and Control Centre. In efforts to further strengthen the country's smart city ecosystem, the Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur (SCEKL 2025) will be organised by the ministry in collaboration with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) from September 17 to 19. 'This expo will be the main platform to showcase the country's aspirations and achievements in smart city development,' said the ministry. The ministry added that MDEC is also committed to making Malaysia a regional leader in smart city development and digital transformation via various strategic initiatives focused on future technologies such as AI and 5G. — Bernama
