Latest news with #Metadise
Borneo Post
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
S'wak's Metadise to spotlight ‘Tech Me to Sarawak' metaverse project at expo in California
Afiq briefs the attendees on the Metaverse project during the launch today. – Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (May 17): Sarawak's digital innovation platform Metadise will showcase its 'Tech Me to Sarawak' project at the upcoming Augmented World Expo (AWE) in California, US next month. The project, developed by Metadise Sdn Bhd, highlights Sarawak's five tourism pillars – Culture, Nature, Adventure, Food, and Festival (CNAFF) – through an immersive metaverse experience. Speaking at the launch event at The Podium here today, Metadise director Afiq Fadhli Narawi said the platform integrates storytelling, virtual interaction, e-commerce, and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) to offer a modern take on Sarawak's attractions. This is a great opportunity to expose Sarawak to a global audience, he said, noting that the project is currently in its beta stage and has recently secured funding support from the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). 'Users can interact with digital replicas of iconic attractions, including the Darul Hana Bridge, Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Carpenter Street, and the Borneo Cultures Museum, with integrated booking systems and NFT purchasing features in the pipeline,' he elaborated. 'Whether you want to promote an event or replicate a building or a local university in virtual space, the platform offers that flexibility.' Metadise also acts as a digital innovation hub in Kuching, focused on driving technology adoption, immersive learning, and collaboration in emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, and metaverse development. For more information, visit Augmented World Expo california Metadise metaverse Tech Me to Sarawak
Borneo Post
17-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Homegrown tech platform Metadise aims to drive Sarawak's digital leap forward
Anielia flashes a thumbs-up while trying out the Metadise Sim Racing simulator, while Gan (first right) and members of the Metadise team look on. KUCHING (May 17): Metadise Sdn Bhd (Metadise), a homegrown tech company focused on immersive virtual platforms and digital talent development, was officially launched at The Podium today , signifying a major boost to Sarawak's growing digital innovation ecosystem. The launch was officiated by Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Innovation and Talent Development (MEITD) Anielia Siam, who represented MEITD Minister Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn. In a speech read on his behalf, Roland described Metadise as 'a testament to Sarawak-born innovation.' 'As a pioneering metaverse platform, it opens new possibilities in immersive experiences, from education and tourism to commerce and culture. 'Built on local creativity and ambition, it exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking solutions that will drive us into the next phase of digital transformation,' he said. Metadise chief executive officer James Gan shared that the company had recently been awarded a digital grant from the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, which will accelerate its mission in building high-impact digital solutions for Sarawak and beyond. 'This grant is not the destination, it is a responsibility. 'A commitment to walk the talk, and to deliver real, measurable impact on the ground,' he said. Gan delivering his speech at the launch of Metadise Sdn Bhd. – Photo by Chimon Upon Gan also highlighted initiatives under the Metadise Electronic Sport Club, including the flagship Metadise Sim Racing programme, which fuses simulation technology, skills training, and youth engagement. 'All of these efforts are designed under the HRDCorp (Human Resource Development Corporation Malaysia) framework, ensuring alignment with national talent development goals, while staying grounded in local Sarawakian needs,' he added. Guests were treated to a preview of Metadise Smart Reality (MSR) and a tour of the Metadise Academy, showcasing the platform's potential in interactive education, tourism, and e-commerce through immersive 3D (three-dimensional) environments. A highlight of the launch was the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony between Metadise and key partners, which are FAME International College, Xturn Ventures, Taiwan and Kenal Limited Holdings, Hong Kong. These partnerships are aimed at advancing metaverse integration, education innovation, and the digital arts across local and international networks. The event also had Lucky Draw, DJ performance, and networking session, making the grand launching a well-rounded celebration of innovation, collaboration, and future possibilities for Sarawak's digital economy. For more information, visit digital innovation Metadise metaverse Roland Sagah Wee Inn
