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The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
AI roadmap by 3Q this year
Innovative technology: Gobind (left) visiting a booth after launching the National AI Competition 2025 at Sunway University in Selangor. — Bernama PETALING JAYA: A National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap that outlines a five-year plan is expected to be launched by the third quarter this year, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. According to Gobind, the national AI roadmap from 2026 to 2030 is expected to have an entire chapter on AI education, and his ministry will be speaking to different sectors after the announcement. 'The document is ready. 'However, we anticipate launching it in the third quarter of this year,' said Gobind after he launched the National AI Competition 2025 at Sunway University yesterday. Gobind also said it is important to spread awareness about AI education, as it could foster interest in technology adoption among students. 'So, we will look at what data can be digitised and used to strengthen our education system,' said Gobind, adding that the national AI roadmap will focus on all sectors, and different ministries will be involved for that purpose. 'Different ministries will deal with different sectors, such as health and transportation, among others,' he said. Gobind said his ministry will also get feedback from other ministries on the issues faced by the country's sectors. 'We will devise a plan to overcome these challenges. 'One of the key areas is to ensure that we build talent that is able to optimise the potential of technology as we move forward,' he said. At the same time, Gobind said Malaysians should look at the use of generative AI such as ChatGPT as a form of innovation that can better their lives. 'Like it or not, technology will continue developing, and in this journey, we will see more innovations that can better our lives,' he said. In 2021, the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry announced the National AI Roadmap 2021-2025, which outlined frameworks in agriculture, healthcare and education. Meanwhile, Gobind said over 2,500 students participated in the National AI Competition 2025, and more higher learning institutions should organise competitions as such. 'This is important because this is a platform where we can see how the technology is used and how it can benefit us,' said Gobind. 'This event gives important exposure to students, and I hope after this, every student will bring this message to their friends and family members that it is time to ensure that the nation is AI-ready.'
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
AI Technology Action Plan 2026-2030 to reinforce ethical guidelines
KUALA LUMPUR: The AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030, set to launch this year, will strengthen Malaysia's framework for ethical AI use. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the plan builds on the National Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Guidelines (AIGE) introduced last year to address the risks of AI misuse. "Ethical use of AI is a critical issue. We've already implemented guidelines, and this action plan will further reinforce them," he told reporters after the National AI Competition 2025 at Sunway University today. The AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030 follows the AI Roadmap 2021–2025 and aims to drive stronger collaboration between the government, industry, academia and the wider community. It will support knowledge sharing, encourage AI adoption in key sectors and promote sustainable talent development within the national AI ecosystem. "We're also looking into AI governance. Hopefully by mid-next year, we'll be able to introduce a framework that addresses safety and accountability in AI," Gobind said. He emphasised that strengthening guidelines and governance is essential, given the rapid pace at which the technology is evolving and its growing influence. "I view this positively. AI is the future. People will increasingly use applications powered by it, and we must be prepared. "Of course, as we move forward, challenges will arise, including potential risks. These are the aspects we need to address," he said. Gobind added that the rapid growth of AI presents new opportunities for employment and innovation, and urged Malaysians to boldly embrace emerging technologies in line with the government's push to build a fully digital nation. "To achieve this, we are focusing on infrastructure, security and talent development. Ultimately, we must ensure the country is 'AI-ready'," he said.
Barnama
4 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030 To Reinforce Ethical Guidelines
KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- The AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030, set to launch this year, will strengthen Malaysia's framework for ethical AI use. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the plan builds on the National Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Guidelines (AIGE) introduced last year to address the risks of AI misuse. 'Ethical use of AI is a critical issue. We've already implemented guidelines, and this action plan will further reinforce them,' he told reporters after the National AI Competition 2025 at Sunway University today. The AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030 follows the AI Roadmap 2021–2025 and aims to drive stronger collaboration between the government, industry, academia and the wider community. It will support knowledge sharing, encourage AI adoption in key sectors and promote sustainable talent development within the national AI ecosystem. 'We're also looking into AI governance. Hopefully by mid-next year, we'll be able to introduce a framework that addresses safety and accountability in AI,' Gobind said. He emphasised that strengthening guidelines and governance is essential, given the rapid pace at which the technology is evolving and its growing influence. 'I view this positively. AI is the future. People will increasingly use applications powered by it, and we must be prepared. 'Of course, as we move forward, challenges will arise, including potential risks. These are the aspects we need to address,' he said.
