Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)

Empowering Malaysia's Next Generation of AI Innovators! 🤖🚀 We are proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration between MDEC, IBM, and the Biji-biji Initiative (BBI) to accelerate AI talent development in Malaysia. The MOU signing ceremony today was witnessed by YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital, alongside Tuan Ma Sivanesan, Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Digital, and Justina Nixon-Saintil, Vice President and Global Chief Impact Officer, IBM. This strategic partnership marks a significant step towards realising Malaysia's vision of becoming a globally competitive and inclusive AI Nation by 2030. It supports the Malaysia Digital 2030 (MD2030) Action Plan by strengthening digital talent capabilities and driving the growth of a future-ready workforce. Through this initiative, 20,000 learners nationwide will be equipped with in-demand AI and digital skills, including 10,000 secondary school students, 5,000 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) students, and 5,000 GIATMARA learners. In addition, 1,000 tertiary educators will be trained to enhance AI teaching capabilities across higher learning institutions. Participants will gain hands-on exposure through the IBM SkillsBuild platform, covering AI Fundamentals, Generative AI & Prompt Engineering, Language & Vision AI, and Cloud Computing. A sincere thank you to IBM and the Biji-biji Initiative for partnering with us to build an AI-ready Malaysia and empower the next generation of digital talent. #MalaysiaDigital #BijiBijiInitiative #SkillsBuild#KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI ==== Memperkasakan Generasi Inovator AI Malaysia Seterusnya! 🤖🚀 Kami amat teruja untuk mengumumkan secara rasmi kolaborasi perintis antara MDEC, IBM, dan Biji-biji Initiative (BBI). Majlis menandatangani MOU hari ini telah disaksikan oleh YB Gobind Singh Deo, Menteri Digital; Tuan Ma Sivanesan, Timbalan Ketua Setiausaha Kementerian Digital; serta Justina Nixon Saintil, Naib Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Impak Global, IBM. Kerjasama strategik ini merupakan satu lonjakan besar ke hadapan dalam misi kami untuk mentransformasikan Malaysia menjadi sebuah Negara AI yang berdaya saing global dan inklusif menjelang 2030. Dengan mempersiapkan tenaga kerja berkemahiran tinggi, kolaborasi ini memacu secara langsung Pelan Tindakan Malaysia Digital 2030 (MD2030) untuk membina ekonomi digital yang menyumbang 30% kepada KDNK kita serta mewujudkan 500,000 pekerjaan digital bernilai tinggi. Melalui inisiatif ini, kami menyasarkan untuk memperkasa 20,000 pelajar di samping melatih 1,000 pendidik IPT secara serentak untuk memperkukuh keupayaan pengajaran AI di seluruh institusi pengajian tinggi. Setinggi-tinggi penghargaan dan terima kasih diucapkan kepada rakan kongsi kami, IBM dan Biji-biji Initiative, kerana berkongsi visi yang sama dan bersama-sama memacu Malaysia ke arah masa depan yang sedia AI!

🚨CALL FOR ENTRIES IS NOW OPEN! 🎬✨ Are you a Malaysian animator, filmmaker, student, or digital content creator with an original short film to showcase? The 28th DigiCon6 ASIA Short Movie Contest – Malaysia Circuit is now accepting submissions! 🏆 Winners will receive national recognition, with the Gold Winner representing Malaysia at the DigiCon6 ASIA Grand Prix Awards in Tokyo, Japan (if selected by the organiser). 📅 Submission Period: 11 July – 31 July 2026 Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your creativity on the regional stage! 🔗 Visit us at https://lnkd.in/gvw-arNT to learn more about the Contest. #MalaysiaDigital #DigiCon6ASIA #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

Creators Inc is your platform to take original ideas further! 🚀 Got an original IP in Animation, Digital Games or Creative Tech? This is your chance to develop bold ideas, unlock new possibilities, and bring exciting Malaysian stories and innovations to life. ✨Submit your original IP and stand a chance to receive Seed Funding of up to RM150,000 to bring your vision to life. Whether it’s a world waiting to be animated, a game ready to be played, or creative technology ready to make an impact, we want to see it.   📅 Closing Date: 17 August 2026 🔗 Apply Now: www.mdec.my/creators-inc Let’s bring Malaysia’s brightest creative ideas to the world! 🌏 #MalaysiaDigital #CreatorsInc #CreativeIndustry #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

Applications for Digital Content Grant (DCG) 2026 are now open! Calling all Malaysian animation and digital games studios to apply for the following funding opportunities: ‼️ Mega Grant (up to RM 2mil) Supporting end-to-end animation and digital games IP development and commercialisation, aimed at scaling higher-value, globally competitive projects. ‼️ Marketing & Commercialisation Grant (up to RM 300k) Supporting promotional, marketing, distribution, and commercialisation activities to expand the market reach of Malaysian animation and digital games projects. 🔔 DCG 2026 Briefing Sessions MDEC will be conducting three (3) briefing sessions to provide further information on the grant application process: 📅 22 July 2026 📅 05 August 2026 📅 26 August 2026 Register for the briefing session here: https://lnkd.in/eeUeCGFE Submit your application at: https://lnkd.in/ekztyurG #MalaysiaDigital #DCG2026 #CreativeIndustry #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

MDEC terus memperkukuh pembangunan bakat digital dalam ekosistem pendidikan Islam menerusi Program Transformasi Digital Institusi Pendidikan Islam (Digital IPI). Pada 10 Julai lalu, Pondok Darul Furqan, Tambun, Perak telah menjadi pusat pendidikan Islam pertama yang menerima fasiliti serta peralatan digital di Digital Maker Hub (DMH). Inisiatif ini membuka peluang kepada pelajar dan guru untuk menguasai kemahiran digital, AI, robotik dan teknologi masa hadapan, sekali gus melahirkan generasi pencipta serta inovator digital negara. Lebih daripada sekadar menyediakan teknologi, inisiatif ini mencerminkan komitmen berterusan MDEC dan Kerajaan MADANI dalam memperkasa bakat digital secara inklusif. Program ini juga dijangka memberi manfaat kepada lebih 3,000 pelajar dan 50 guru di seluruh negara. Ikuti liputan penuh mengenai inisiatif ini dan impaknya terhadap pembangunan bakat digital dalam ekosistem pendidikan Islam melalui pautan di bawah: 🔗https://lnkd.in/gkX4hQGR 🔗https://lnkd.in/gytWPJgR 🔗https://lnkd.in/gV93Fm9U

Turn Your Idea into the Next Big Hit! The Elevator Pitch is BACK — and this is your moment to shine! The closing date is around the corner. Make it count! ONLY Top 10 studios will get 8 minutes to pitch to top industry panels at the Borneo Animation & Games Festival 2026 (BAGFest), happening at Pullman Hotel, Kuching, Sarawak. 🚀 Pitch your story. Inspire the region. 🗓 Deadline: 17 July 2026 📲 Submit now via the QR code! #MalaysiaDigital #BAGFest #ElevatorPitch #CreativeIndustry #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

Portfolio Review Session @ Borneo Animation & Games Festival (BAGF) 🚀 Level Up Your Creative Career! Are you an animation or game development student, a fresh graduate, or a freelance creative looking to break into the industry? Join the Portfolio Review Session at the Borneo Animation & Games Festival (BAGF) and receive personalised feedback from experienced industry professionals. Whether you're showcasing an animation reel, concept art, illustrations, 3D models, game projects, UI/UX designs, or VFX work, this is your opportunity to gain valuable insights and discover how to make your portfolio stand out. ✨ Bring your best work. Get expert feedback. Unlock new opportunities. Why Join Us? ✅ One-on-one portfolio reviews with industry experts ✅ Learn what recruiters and studios are looking for ✅ Receive constructive feedback to strengthen your portfolio ✅ Discover how to present your work professionally ✅ Explore career opportunities in the animation and games industry ✅ Network with industry professionals and fellow creatives Who Should Attend? 🎮 Animation students 🎮 Game development students 🎓 Fresh graduates 🎨 Freelance artists and game developers 💡 Aspiring creative professionals Passes Available 🎓 Academic Pass – RM50 Available for students and academic participants Includes access to conference sessions, festival activities, and portfolio review opportunities 💼 Conference Pass – RM250 Includes full access to conference sessions, industry talks, workshops, and portfolio review sessions 📍 Take the next step in your creative journey and let industry experts help shape your future. Secure your pass and be part of BAGF! #MalaysiaDigital #BAGFest #ElevatorPitch #CreativeIndustry #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

The Ministry of Digital has officially launched the Korea–ASEAN Digital Academy (KADA), a strategic government-to-government collaboration between Malaysia and the Republic of Korea to strengthen AI and digital talent development. Led by the National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA) of the Republic of Korea, KADA is a regional initiative that leverages Korea’s expertise and advanced technologies to advance AI talent development across ASEAN. Coordinated by MDEC as the Strategic Local Partner, the programme will be implemented through our Premier Digital Tech Institutions (PDTIs), with UiTM FSKM appointed as Malaysia’s Host Institution. This is a strong testament to the quality and international recognition of our PDTI ecosystem in delivering world-class digital talent programmes. Over the next two years, KADA will develop approximately 200 industry-ready Malaysian AI and digital professionals through specialised training and international industry exposure. Beyond talent development, KADA strengthens regional collaboration while creating greater international opportunities for our PDTIs and providing Malaysian talent with access to world-class expertise and global best practices. May this programme pave the way for more strategic international collaborations, further elevating our PDTIs and nurturing the next generation of Malaysian digital talent. #MalaysiaDigital #KADA #AITalent #ASEAN #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

MDEC Futsal Championship 2026 with Government Stakeholders MDEC successfully hosted the MDEC Futsal Championship 2026 at IOI Sports Centre, Putrajaya, bringing together more than 80 participants from the Ministry of Economy (KE), Ministry of Finance (MOF), Ministry of Digital (KD) and MDEC. The championship served as a platform to strengthen engagement, foster closer collaboration, and enhance relationships among key government stakeholders through teamwork and sporting excellence. 🏆 Congratulations to all participating teams! 🥇 Champion – Ministry of Economy (KE) 🥈 Runner-up – MDEC 🥉 3rd Place – Ministry of Finance (MOF) 🏅 4th Place – Ministry of Digital (KD) MDEC extends its appreciation to all participating teams, officials and organising committee members for their support and contribution towards the success of the programme. We look forward to continuing such engagements that promote stronger partnerships and meaningful collaboration with our government stakeholders. #MalaysiaDigital #FutsalChampionship2026 #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030

MDEC was honoured to hand over the Digital Maker Hub (DMH) to Pondok Darul Furqan in Tambun, Perak, under the Program Transformasi Digital Institusi Pendidikan Islam (Digital IPI), with the ceremony officiated by our Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Anuar Anuar Fariz Fadzil, on 10 July 2026. Led by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Perak Islamic Religious Department (JAIPk), this initiative strengthens efforts to expand digital access, skills and opportunities across Islamic educational institutions. Through the Digital Maker Hub, students will gain exposure to future-ready skills such as AI literacy, digital creativity and immersive technologies, equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in an increasingly digital world. As the implementing agency for Digital IPI, MDEC remains committed to ensuring that no one is left behind in the digital age by expanding access to digital skills, tools and opportunities for students and educators alike. Together, we are nurturing future digital talent, advancing digital inclusivity, and empowering the next generation to learn, create and innovate towards a digitally ready nation. #MalaysiaDigital #DigitalIPI #DigitalMakerHub #MyDigitalMaker #KementerianDigital #MalaysiaMADANI #KeArahNegaraAI2030