Digital Penang

𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐈𝐍𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒. 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇
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Feeling trapped between "how dad did it" and where you need to go?
Growth isn't the problem. Hidden blind spots are.
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Join the SA7™️ Business Breakthrough Workshop, built for 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭-𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 ready to stop firefighting and start scaling.
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What you'll walk away with (no fluff):
🔍 X-ray vision into what’s really slowing you down
🎯 One priority that changes everything (stop chasing 10 things at once)
⚠️ Hidden risks eating your profits right now
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Scan → Solve → Scale
(In one day. Not a theory marathon.)
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Details:
📅 July 1, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Digital Penang (Limited seats – seriously)
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Two ways to claim your seat:
🔗 Register now → https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1VJYclVg7sKfczQWaRMcWr6V0Z-FJE50aFnzFcrejNgF26g/viewform
📞 Or text +6012 678 4642 – “SA7”
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Co-organized by Digital Penang & Scale Astra Labs
Because legacy deserves the right systems.
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Georgetown, 11 June 2026 - We were pleased to welcome representatives from Google and Jana Technologies for a productive discussion on the future of AI adoption in public sectors.
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The delegation included Mr. Raja Azmi Adam, Public Sector Strategic Pursuit Director, ASEAN; Ms. Ruby Lye, Customer Engineer - Data & AI, Malaysia, Google; Mr. Mohd Nasir bin Said, and Mr. Md Jais bin Khalid, Jana Technologies Sdn. Bhd.
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During the session, Google shared insights into the capabilities of Gemini Enterprise AI and how its features can empower AI adoption across Government-Linked Companies (GLCs) and local government agencies, enabling greater productivity, innovation, and operational efficiency.
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The discussion also highlighted Google's collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia in advancing AI adoption across higher education institutions, equipping students and educators with AI-powered tools and capabilities for the future workforce.
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In addition, Google provided updates on its investment in developing a major AI Data Center and Hub in the Klang Valley, which is expected to become 2nd largest in the world after the USA.
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We look forward to continued collaboration in driving digital transformation, AI readiness, and innovation across Penang and beyond.
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It's been a busy and exciting two weeks at Digital Penang! 🚀 Here's a quick recap of what we've been up to ✨
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1. On 26 May, Director of SME & Community Development, Digital Penang, Mr Khooi Chu Boon, met with the Senior Manager of Corporate Academy at ViTrox Academy to discuss opportunities for collaboration in accelerating AI adoption among SMEs. The engagement highlighted the importance of leveraging local expertise and industry knowledge to support meaningful digital transformation within the SME ecosystem 🤖
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2. On 29 May, Digital Penang welcomed a visitation from The Bosses Network Young Chapter (BNYC), Singapore, during their Overseas Learning Trip to Penang. The session provided an opportunity to share Digital Penang’s initiatives, ecosystem-building efforts, and our role in driving digital transformation, innovation, and entrepreneurship within the state 🌏
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3. On 3 June, Digital Penang proudly launched the SME Digital Matching Platform, a free coordinator-led initiative designed to connect SMEs with suitable digital solution providers based on their business needs, industry requirements, and budget. The platform aims to simplify digital adoption and help businesses take the next step in their transformation journey 💻
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4. On 3 June, Digital Penang CEO Ts. Ng Kwang Ming, Director of SME & Community Development, Mr Khooi Chu Boon, and Alibaba Business Development Manager Lawrence Ha held an insightful discussion on emerging economic and technology trends. Topics explored included the Orange Economy, the rise of One-Person Companies, and the growing impact of Agentic AI in shaping the future of business, creativity, and innovation 🎨🤖
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5. On 4 June, Digital Penang collaborated with PENTECH Solution, Microsoft, and Ingram Micro to host the Digital Transformation: The Future of Governance sharing session. The session brought together public sector leaders to explore how solutions such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure, and AI-powered tools can enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and public service delivery 🏛️
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6. On 4 June, an AI Workflow for Small Business sharing session was held in Digital Penang, featuring founders from Spots and Re: Crave. Participants gained practical insights into how AI tools and workflows are being implemented in real business operations to improve productivity and support business growth 📈
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7. On 5 June, Digital Penang was honoured to host the First DEMP Stakeholders' Workshop 2026 and the soft launch of the DEMP Online Dashboard. The event brought together government agencies and ecosystem stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, track progress, and accelerate the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030 📊
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8. On 5 June, Digital Penang met with Ashisuto at Digital Penang to discuss preparations for the upcoming AI Hackathon. The meeting focused on programme planning, and ensuring participants will have the necessary support and resources to develop innovative AI solutions for real-world challenges 🤖
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9. On 6 June, Digital Penang attended the inaugural JCI Business Accelerator programme, organised with sponsorship support to equip entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners with practical business knowledge, networking opportunities, and mentorship to support their business growth journey 🚀
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Zairil Khir Johari | Cradle Fund | Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) | TalentCorp Malaysia | SME Corp. Malaysia - Pulau Pinang | Pejabat SUK Pulau Pinang

Georgetown, 08 June 2026 - Digital Penang recently paid a courtesy visit to Saichuang Weilai Southeast Asia Innovation Center (SCWL) at SPICE Penang for a productive exchange on innovation ecosystem development and potential areas of collaboration.
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During the visit, we were introduced to SCWL's mission, programmes, and extensive innovation network spanning China and other international markets. The exchange provided valuable insights into how both organisations can work together to strengthen innovation connectivity and create greater opportunities for technology companies, startups, and industry stakeholders.
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Discussions also explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration between Penang's innovation ecosystem and companies from China, fostering greater industry connectivity, business partnerships, knowledge exchange, and cross-border innovation development.
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Digital Penang extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Mingshen Li, Southeast Asia Regional Director of SCWL, and Ms. Kez Chee Chong for their warm hospitality and insightful sharing. We look forward to exploring future initiatives between Penang, Malaysia, and the broader regional ecosystem.
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🚀 Empowering a More Efficient Public Sector Through AI and Cloud Innovation
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Georgetown, 4 June – Digital Penang was delighted to collaborate with PENTECH Solution, Microsoft, and Ingram Micro for the 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 sharing session, bringing together public sector leaders and technology experts to explore how the latest digital solutions can enhance productivity, operational efficiency, and public service delivery.
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Representatives from Microsoft and PENTECH showcased innovative technologies, including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Agentic AI, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure, highlighting practical use cases that can help government agencies streamline workflows, automate routine tasks, strengthen collaboration, and make more informed, data-driven decisions.
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Together, we continue advancing Penang's digital transformation journey towards a smarter, more efficient, and future-ready public sector. 🚀
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📢 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬.
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Why attend events when you can host one?
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😎😎 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 is more than organising a programme. It's an opportunity to:
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✅ Build your brand and visibility
✅ Connect with founders, investors, corporates, and talent
✅ Strengthen your community
✅ Share your expertise and insights
✅ Create new partnerships and opportunities
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💥 And no, it 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞-𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. 😎
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A simple founder meetup, community gathering, roundtable discussion, workshop, or networking session can create just as much impact. Sometimes the best conversations happen in smaller rooms. ☕🤗
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𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 is calling on founders, startups, SMEs, investors, corporates, ecosystem builders, universities, and communities worldwide to bring their ideas, expertise, and networks to Penang.
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📅 Lock your event in our November event calendar.
🌍 Open to both local and international organisers.
📋 All submissions will be reviewed and curated by Digital Penang.
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Tell us your Idea💡: https://zfrmz.com/GoB4YuCZYhy6KmrveEo3
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Business owner🫵, you always ask your team to “use AI” and “do more automation”... 🤖 Right? But the real question: How exactly does AI help in your business operations? 👀
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Many companies are already using AI for simple tasks like writing content or generating images — but very few know 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐈 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞 𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡?
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In this seminar, you will learn:
✅ Practical pathways to AI adoption for SMEs
✅ How AI can be integrated into daily business operations
✅ Real-world AI use cases that deliver measurable business value
✅ How digital systems improve efficiency and decision-making
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Event Details:
📅 19 June 2026 (Friday)
⏰ 9.00 AM – 12.00 PM
📍 Digital Penang
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👉 Register link - https://keyway.com.my/.../ai-adoption-for.../register
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This session is designed for 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧-𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬 who want practical insights — not just the AI hype.
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𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗴'𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
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Georgetown, 5th June - Digital Penang was honoured to host the First DEMP Stakeholders' Workshop 2026 and the soft launch of the DEMP Online Dashboard, officiated by YB Tuan Zairil Khir Johari, Chairman of Digital Penang and Penang State EXCO for Infrastructure, Transport, and Digital.
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"𝑃𝑒𝑛𝑎𝑛𝑔 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑜𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑑𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑖𝑠 𝑎𝑙𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑦 𝑡𝑎𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑓𝑢𝑙 𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑝𝑠 𝑡𝑜𝑤𝑎𝑟𝑑𝑠 𝑏𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑡, 𝑖𝑛𝑐𝑙𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑛𝑜𝑣𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛-𝑑𝑟𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑑𝑖𝑔𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑜𝑚𝑦 𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑠𝑦𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑚" said YB Tuan Zairil Khir Johari.

The event brought together government agencies and ecosystem stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and accelerate the implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030.

We were privileged to be joined by members of the Board of Directors, including YB Dato' Haji Zairi Bin Haji Mat Ali, Penang State Financial Officer; Datin Bharathi, General Manager of Chief Minister Incorporated (CMI); and Thillai Raj T. Ramanathan, Chief Technology Officer of Brickfields Education Group, whose continued guidance and support are instrumental in driving Penang's digital transformation agenda.
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The launch of the DEMP Online Dashboard marks a significant step towards greater transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making, strengthening coordination across stakeholders and supporting the effective implementation of the Digital Economy Master Plan (DEMP) 2025–2030.

Together, we are turning vision into action and shaping a smarter, more connected future for all.

🎉 Congratulations to Waterbay Sdn Bhd on achieving international compliance certifications, including CE Mark and FDA requirements!
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Operating in a highly regulated industry, this milestone reflects Waterbay's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and product excellence.💪
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At Digital Penang, we are proud to see our local startups continue to raise the bar and expand their presence into international markets, wishing them continued success in their growth journey.🌍
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🔊🔉🔉🦸🏻‍♂️🦸🏻‍♀️🔊🔉🔉

𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐁𝐎𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒, 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐖?

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𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐬

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✅Programme Value: RM19,000
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𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬

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5. Teik Cheng ➡️ Mentorship & KPI Monitoring
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𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞:

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🗓️Date:
17 June (Zoom Orientation); 24th & 25th June (Beginner Class); 8th & 9th July (Pitching); 22nd & 23rd July (Advance Class)
⌚Time: 10 am - 5 pm (For Beginner & Advanced Class)
🏛️Venue: Digital Penang
📝Registration Link: https://forms.gle/c1iz9t4ZazVGwwnQA
☎️+6011-1057 8678
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𝐋𝐈𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘 𝟓𝟎 𝐁𝐎𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐆
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