KUALA LUMPUR: The government is optimistic about seeing a substantial increase in digital investments in the coming year, driven by growing interest from global technology giants.
Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said as Malaysia prepares to take on 2025 Asean chairmanship next year, the government is optimistic that it will position the country as a destination for investment.
"I think we have seen an increase in confidence shown by global tech giants in Malaysia as being a destination for their investments.
"There are currently discussions ongoing with many other companies, and I anticipate moving ahead next year, we will see more investments, and that offers very well for the country," he said at a press conference after the launch of Gamuda Bhd Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy here today.
Gobind said as public-private partnerships are pivotal to strengthening the digital ecosystem in Malaysia, this is a timely collaboration between Gamuda and Google Cloud, two giants with an important goal to help build Malaysia's Al talent pool.
"Technology has been making waves in the construction industry - from autonomous tunnel boring machines to digital twins. Modernising the workforce and keeping up with the latest developments are crucial to avoid falling behind.
"I am pleased that Gamuda and Google Cloud are deeply invested in local talent growth," he added.
Gamuda Al Academy is a pioneering initiative to cultivate the next generation of generative Al talents for Malaysia, utilising the power of Google Cloud's cutting-edge products.
The academy offers a comprehensive three-month curriculum, focusing on full-stack Al development, including front-end, back-end and Al technologies.
The programme is open to students, graduates, industry professionals, and start-up founders, providing hands-on experience through lectures, labs, Google Cloud Skills Boost and a capstone project.
Participants also have the option to extend their training with a three-month internship at Gamuda or its partner organisations.