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PETALING JAYA: Industries should adopt artificial intelligence (AI) to maintain their competitiveness, according to the research and innovation arm of Telekom Malaysia Bhd, Telekom Research & Development Sdn Bhd (TM R&D). AI could boost productivity, facilitate better decision-making, improve customer satisfaction, and generate novel solutions, it said. TM R&D chief executive officer Sharlene Thiagarajah said […]

THE bold invitation to Europe to invest here will have a significant impact on Malaysia’s local economy. On the upside, the advanced technologies, expertise and innovative practices of these countries are bound to challenge Malaysian industries to further modernise, become more competitive and move up the complexity chain on the global front. The local economy […]

MALAYSIA, since the 80’s, has made some right moves to spur economic growth, moving from low-income to middle-income GDP, the dipstick to assess a “successful” economy. Today, middle income is not good enough, we want economic dynamism for a higher growth curve. I argue that taking GDP as a measure of economic wealth may not […]

MALAYSIA is determined to be a developed country by 2025 despite riding some rough weather in the last few years. We can’t help but look around us for signs that the worst is over and our economy will be on track to realise the Madani vision, and emerge as a trillion-dollar economy by 2036. The […]

I recently chanced upon reports detailing the inane number of activities companies are organising for their staff in the name of promoting the wellness factor. These businesses showcase how much they care and are doing in the name of wellness, and their impact on employees’ “happiness index”. As I thought about the why’s and how’s, […]

STARTING out is always hard to do. I have often shared stories with colleagues about our experiences in the early days – revising presentations into the wee hours, dealing with tough managers, or terrified rides in the lift with the boss going up 21 floors! Bosses, or rather leaders, are vital. A good leader, nay […]

The growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in scaling smart devices, is sparking concerns about the ethical and safety standards practised by businesses that employ AI. While AI systems are already deployed across many domains of daily life, including employment, transport, education, health and even the justice system, there is a gap that needs […]

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the network of physical objects or “things” embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies that enable them to connect and exchange data over the internet. These objects can range from everyday devices such as smartphones, smart thermostats, and wearable fitness trackers to more complex systems like industrial machinery, […]

In today’s world, with what some call the Fourth Industrial Revolution or Industry 4.0, ‘going digital’ is not just a trendy phrase. It is about changing the whole way a business works and how it provides value to its customers and team by using new tech tools. With technology changing so fast, businesses must keep […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the business landscape across the globe. With the ability to process vast amounts of data, make predictions, and learn from experience, AI offers a myriad of benefits that can transform industries and enhance competitiveness. According to a recent report by Zion Market Research study1, the global artificial intelligence (AI) market […]