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New Straits Times
19-07-2025
- 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
19-07-2025
- 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.
The Sun
27-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Keep up with rapid development of AI technology
KUCHING: The public should always keep up with rapidly developing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to protect themselves from the risk of cyber threats, said Sarawak Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. He said Malaysians also should not view lightly the risks involved, such as the spreading of false information and content manipulation that can threaten national harmony. 'AI can sometimes be used as an effort that can lead to blackmail, such as using our pictures or voices, but not by us. So, this is one of the challenges we face. 'To avoid any victimisation in the future, I believe that we must be able to face all these developments that have agendas that can undermine or misuse AI... they always move fast, they are always ahead of the current technology,' he said. He said this at the launch of the MCMC Microsoft AI TEACH Programme at the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) here today. Julaihi said that as part of initial measures to ensure the safe use of AI technology, the federal government introduced the National Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Guidelines (AIGE) last year. Meanwhile, the two-day AI TEACH Programme, which began today, is being held in a physical and hybrid manner at several selected locations, including CENTEXS as the main site, in addition to the six SDEC Digital Innovation Hub sites statewide in Serian, Sri Aman, Sibu, Kapit, Mukah and Lawas. The MCMC-organised programme also has the cooperation and support of Microsoft Malaysia as well strategic partners such as CENTEXS, Sarawak Digital Economic Corporation (SDEC), Social Security Organisation and the Biji-biji Initiative. Julaihi said the programme has opened a new chapter in the digital expertise development agenda in the state, in line with the goals of the post-COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030) mooted by the Sarawak government. It focuses on mastering basic AI skills, understanding the ethics of using technology and applying practical skills in preparation for the increasingly challenging and technology-based job market. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said in a statement that the MCMC Microsoft AI TEACH programme, which was launched on a pilot basis in June 2024, has successfully trained over 2,000 individuals from various backgrounds, especially vulnerable groups. This initiative has been implemented in eight states nationwide, namely Kuala Lumpur, Perak, Penang, Melaka, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor and Labuan.
