Consider This: Google - AI Skills for Malaysian Youth, AI Tools for Govt
New initiatives have been announced between Google and the Government of Malaysia, focusing on youth upskilling and enhancing public service delivery. However the intersection of cloud-based, AI-powered tools and public governance raises questions of how Governments can mitigate risks while instilling public confidence over new technologies. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karan Bhatia, Global Head of Government Affairs and Public Policy at Google.
Fri Mar 22 2024
![Bolstering food security with new technologies from MAFI-MOSTI cooperation Bolstering food security with new technologies from MAFI-MOSTI cooperation](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/71655556849_ronaldkiandee.jpg)
Bolstering food security with new technologies from MAFI-MOSTI cooperation
Collaboration between MAFI and MOSTI could yield new technologies needed to strengthen the country's food security apart from ensuring sufficient food supply.
Sat Jun 18 2022
![Malaysia's ability to harness new technologies crucial to recovery from COVID-19 - Adham Baba Malaysia's ability to harness new technologies crucial to recovery from COVID-19 - Adham Baba](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81638855002_TBAdhamBaba.jpg)
Malaysia's ability to harness new technologies crucial to recovery from COVID-19 - Adham Baba
Malaysia's ability to harness new technologies will play a key role in ensuring the nation's recovery from the pandemic and resilience to future crisis.
Tue Dec 07 2021
![12MP: Digitalisation and new technologies, paving the way for incremental economic growth 12MP: Digitalisation and new technologies, paving the way for incremental economic growth](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/61606642500_kualalumpur.jpg)
12MP: Digitalisation and new technologies, paving the way for incremental economic growth
Innovation and efficiencies brought about by digitalisation is expected to contribute exponentially to the Malaysian economy.
Mon Sep 27 2021
![Private sector must embrace new technologies to accelerate economic recovery - PM Private sector must embrace new technologies to accelerate economic recovery - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-04/41618476046_MuhyiddinYassin.jpg)
Private sector must embrace new technologies to accelerate economic recovery - PM
The prime minister said another silver lining behind the pandemic was the newfound sense of urgency to the digital inclusion agenda, to enable millions to work, learn and connect digitally.
Thu Apr 15 2021
![Want your kids to read for pleasure? Set the example Want your kids to read for pleasure? Set the example](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-03/41616486388_READING.jpg)
Want your kids to read for pleasure? Set the example
The fault lies not only with the near ubiquitous access to new technologies, but also with the family environment.
Tue Mar 23 2021
![Combat fake COVID-19 vaccines, go beyond conventional digital traceability Combat fake COVID-19 vaccines, go beyond conventional digital traceability](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71600300546_lab.jpg)
Combat fake COVID-19 vaccines, go beyond conventional digital traceability
New technologies, vigilant monitoring and enforcement needed to address black market.
Fri Feb 19 2021
![The rise of cybercrime in Malaysia - what you need to avoid The rise of cybercrime in Malaysia - what you need to avoid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/81495004385_CyberAttack.jpg)
The rise of cybercrime in Malaysia - what you need to avoid
Cybercrime is on the rise with cyber-criminals taking advantage of new technologies and remote working platforms enforced due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sun Oct 25 2020
![5G demonstration project preparation for new technologies - Saifuddin 5G demonstration project preparation for new technologies - Saifuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/71599210752_SaifuddinAbdullah.jpg)
5G demonstration project preparation for new technologies - Saifuddin
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has implemented the 5G Demonstration Project (5GDP) as a new approach to prepare the country for new technologies.
Fri Sep 18 2020
![Gov't encourages sharing of communications, multimedia technology with China Gov't encourages sharing of communications, multimedia technology with China](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41595121066_SaifuddinAbdullah.jpg)
Gov't encourages sharing of communications, multimedia technology with China
Although China was not known as a pioneer of new technologies, the country was among the most advanced in the innovation of technological applications at various levels.
Sun Jul 19 2020
![MOA encourages food sector entrepreneurs to use new technologies MOA encourages food sector entrepreneurs to use new technologies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/71593825825_RonaldKiandee.jpg)
MOA encourages food sector entrepreneurs to use new technologies
The company was proud to have been selected by the ministry as a role model for food companies in using the latest 'Low-Temperature Vacuum Drying' technology in producing dried fruit products.
Sat Jul 04 2020
![Najib: Being innovative, entrepreneurial is key to Malaysias future Najib: Being innovative, entrepreneurial is key to Malaysias future](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-08/51502180072_Najib.jpg)
Najib: Being innovative, entrepreneurial is key to Malaysias future
Malaysia sustainable and inclusive future will depend not only on good economic policies but also involves integrating new technologies.
Tue Aug 08 2017
![Ministry hopes for more R&D allocation in Budget 2016 Ministry hopes for more R&D allocation in Budget 2016](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-09/61441508920_kelapasawit.jpg)
Ministry hopes for more R&D allocation in Budget 2016
Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas says innovations require new technologies from R&D to support the development of the local commodities sector.
Tue Oct 06 2015
![MH370: Aviation industry still conservative to adopt new technologies MH370: Aviation industry still conservative to adopt new technologies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-03/41395242647_295x200.jpg)
MH370: Aviation industry still conservative to adopt new technologies
New technologies are available to conduct flight tracking but it takes time to get certification and implementation is not mandatory.
Thu Mar 20 2014