Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)

NESR Lab #3/2025 – Live to Omnichannel – Powering Fast and Connected Shopping Experiences! As the PMO of the National E-Commerce Strategic Roadmap (NESR), MDEC is at the forefront of driving innovative and sustainable e-commerce growth for businesses. On 27 August 2025, we successfully hosted NESR Lab #3/2025 in Cyberjaya. The event, officiated by Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Vice President of the Digital Adoption Division at MDEC, marked another significant milestone in advancing e-commerce adoption among businesses across Malaysia. More than 200 businesses — primarily brand owners from the retail, F&B, lifestyle, and fashion sectors — gained valuable insights from local e-commerce champions such as BizApp, EasyStore, eDesa, ELokal, @MyGalore, NinjaVan, OnPay, PGMall, and Xamble Live. Through a power-packed programme of expert guidance, best practice sharing, and business clinics, these homegrown platforms helped participants explore strategies to scale their businesses through live selling and omnichannel growth. Other notable speakers included CelcomDigi, MyLadang, and DesaMall, who engaged the audience with fresh perspectives on accelerating e-commerce adoption. At MDEC, we remain committed to empowering businesses — and we invite YOU to be part of this transformative journey. For more information on NESR, visit MDEC’s NESR page at https://mdec.my/nesr. #MalaysiaDigital #NationalEcommerceStrategicRoadmap

Johor SMEs: Your Next Big Digital Leap Starts Here Are you ready to future-proof your business? The Malaysia Digital Business Digitalisation Initiative (MD BDI) @ Johor is the gateway for SMEs to discover the latest digital solutions, gain practical insights through hands-on workshops, and build valuable industry connections. 📅 Wednesday, 10 September 2025 | 8:30 am onwards 📍 Renaissance Hotel, Johor Bahru 🎟 Free Admission – Seats are limited Don’t miss this opportunity to accelerate your digital journey and stay ahead in a competitive market. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gHEjzSgg #MalaysiaDigital #MDBDI #JomGoDigital #DigitalJohor

MAFF 2025: The Official Selections Are In! The wait is over — the spotlight is here! We’re excited to unveil the Official Selections for the Malaysia Animation Film Festival (MAFF) 2025. From an overwhelming numbers of submissions by studios and universities nationwide, 15 standout animated shorts have been chosen by an esteemed panel of international judges. Each film captures the heart of Malaysian creativity, culture, and imagination at its finest. Now in its third year on the big screen, MAFF is set to be bigger than ever! Don’t miss the Premiere Screenings this October 2025 at GSC cinemas nationwide, where Malaysia’s most inspiring stories will come alive for audiences everywhere. Congratulations to all the talented creators, you are the driving force of Malaysia’s animation scene, taking local creativity to the global stage. #MalaysiaDigital #MAFF2025 #MalaysiaAnimation #CreativeMalaysia #ASEANDigitalContentSummit

Shaping Malaysia’s Future Digital Talent: MDEC at the MPIP Industry Advisory Meeting MDEC was honoured to take part in the Mesyuarat Majlis Penasihat Industri Politeknik (MPIP) and the Dialogue Session with the Minister of Higher Education, held on 19 August 2025 at Le Méridien Putrajaya. Representing MDEC, Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Head of Digital Adoption, shared key insights on the digital industry’s talent needs and emphasised MDEC’s efforts in advancing the Premier Digital Tech Institutions (PDTI) initiative. Through PDTI, MDEC is working hand in hand with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to build Malaysia’s digital talent pipeline, guided by five strategic pillars: - Graduate Employability - Excellence in TVET - Future-Ready Education - Inclusive Digital Participation - Strong Industry–Academia Linkages This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to nurturing talent that will power Malaysia’s digital economy and ensure the nation remains future-ready. #MalaysiaDigital #mypdti

Malaysia is positioning itself as an ‘AI Nation’, with Minister Gobind Singh Deo calling for AI to be a public good built on inclusivity, trust, sustainability and bold collaboration. The ASEAN AI Summit set the stage for next month’s MDX Summit 2025 and Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur, where Malaysia will showcase its AI and digital leadership to the region and the world. Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) #artificialintelligence #digitalleadership #talent #digitaleconomy

Industry leaders, policymakers, and tech disruptors—all in one place, shaping the future of data in ASEAN. See it unfold at Malaysia Digital Xceleration Summit (MDX) 2025, featuring the inaugural SmartGov Malaysia. Big moves. Bold minds. Happening 17-19 Sept at KL Convention Centre. Grab your Early Bird Delegate Pass here: https://mdec.my/mdx For any inquiries, reach out to hello@mdxsummit.com. Malaysiakini & Digital News Asia are proud to be one of the official Media Partners of Malaysia Digital Xceleration Summit (MDX) 2025. #MDXSummit #DataEconomy #EmergingTech #EmergingTechnologies #TechForGood #FutureOfTech #SayaDigital #MalaysiaDigital

Gateway to Vietnam and beyond MDEC continues to pave the way for Malaysian startups to shine at Startup Wheel, one of Vietnam’s largest and most respected entrepreneurship competitions organised by the Business Startup Support Centre (BSSC). This partnership underscores our shared mission to help companies land, expand, and thrive across Malaysia and Vietnam. Each year, Malaysian startups stand tall in the Top 30 International Track, competing alongside innovators from over 30 countries. Many have gone on to secure finalist positions, showcasing the strength and potential of our local tech ecosystem. For 2025, we proudly celebrate four Malaysian companies selected for the international track: Entomal Biotech Sdn Bhd, GoFluence Holding Sdn Bhd, Masverse Sdn Bhd and TradeVSA System Sdn Bhd. A special congratulations goes to Entomal Biotech Sdn Bhd, which has advanced to the Final Round with its groundbreaking insect-based bioconversion technology turning organic waste into animal feed and high-value products. A true example of how science and sustainability can come together to solve global challenges. This achievement is a powerful reflection of Malaysia’s startup ecosystem where bold ideas, innovation, and talent are gaining recognition on the international stage. #MalaysiaDigital #DEXCONNEXVietnam Balasubramaniam A. Syahida Ismail AHMAD HISYAM R. CL SIAW

MDEC Proudly Recognised as Silver Sponsor for Hari Kebangsaan & Hari Malaysia 2025 We are honoured to be recognised as a Silver Sponsor for Hari Kebangsaan and Hari Malaysia 2025. The official sponsorship handover ceremony was officiated by YB Datuk Ahmad Fahmi Mohamed Fadzil, Minister of Communications, alongside other strategic partners, in support of this year’s national celebrations in Putrajaya and Penang. This sponsorship underscores MDEC’s unwavering commitment to nation-building, unity, diversity, and driving Malaysia’s digital progress as we celebrate the spirit of Merdeka together. #MalaysiaDigital #HariKebangsaan2025 #HariMalaysia2025

Day 2 of the PJ Startup Festival 2025 kicked off with an inspiring address by YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital who underscored the pivotal role of startups in Malaysia’s digital journey, where they not only fuel innovation but also accelerate the adoption of digital technologies that directly benefit the rakyat. YB Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital and YB Tuan Liew Chin Tong, Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade & Industry, engaged with startups and SMEs, and visited the MDEC booth, where Malaysia Digital companies showcased breakthrough digital solutions in finance, cybersecurity, marketing, and education powered by artificial intelligence. Their presence further amplified MDEC’s engagement with Selangor state stakeholders and the digital industry, reaffirming MDEC’s role as a driving force in Malaysia’s digital transformation. This milestone strengthens our commitment to building an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative digital economy. #MalaysiaDigital #PJStartUpFest2025

When Creative Legends Collide 🔥 ASEAN Digital Content Summit 2025 presents an unmissable: Fireside Chat with 🎨 Koji Morimoto – Iconic anime director and animator, co-founder of Studio 4°C and member of the creative team Phy. Renowned for legendary works such as Akira, Memories, and The Animatrix. Moderated by 🎬 Takafumi Yuki – An award-winning producer and VFX producer who seamlessly blends storytelling with technology. His latest animated feature, AS ONE, premiered this summer. He received the HKDEA Outstanding Contribution Award and currently serves as interBEE’s Creative Chair. From Tokyo to Hollywood—and now Johor—join us for a deep dive into their creative journeys, philosophies, and visions for the digital future. 📅 2–4 September 2025 📍 Persada Johor, Johor Bahru 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gP89xT9U #ADCS2025 #DigitalContent #ASEANDigitalContentSummit