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Sinar Daily
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Ejen Ali The Movie 2 breaks records, rakes in RM40.6 million in Malaysia's box office
Released less than two weeks ago, EATM2 has already rewritten the rules of what local animated films can achieve, setting a new benchmark for Malaysian-made content. By DANIAL HAKIM 06 Jun 2025 11:14am The film's incredible performance at the box office not only highlights its universal appeal but also the exceptional quality and ambition of local digital creators. Ejen Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2) has stormed past RM40.6 million at the local box office within just 13 days of release, solidifying Wau Animation's place as a powerhouse in Southeast Asian storytelling and animation. EJEN Ali The Movie 2 (EATM2) has catapulted Malaysian animation into the spotlight, raking in an impressive RM40.6 million at the local box office within just 13 days, cementing Wau Animation's status as a Southeast Asian storytelling less than two weeks ago, EATM2 has already rewritten the rules of what local animated films can achieve, setting a new benchmark for Malaysian-made film's incredible performance at the box office not only highlights its universal appeal but also the exceptional quality and ambition of local digital sequel continues the journey of Ejen Ali, blending heart-pounding action, emotional storytelling, and groundbreaking animation, all crafted entirely by Malaysian Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) acknowledged the film's success as a meaningful step forward for local animation.'The success of Ejen Ali the Movie 2 is a testament to the world-class capabilities of our homegrown studios and creators.'MDEC is honoured to have supported this achievement through the Digital Content Grant (DCG), which aims to accelerate the growth of high-quality, exportable digital Ali stands as a proud symbol of Malaysian storytelling excellence, inspiring a new generation of creators to dream boldly,' MDEC chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said. According to their founder, the film's stunning results are not just a win for Wau Animation, but for the entire Malaysian creative content landscape. 'Thank you MDEC for having faith in our homegrown talents. We are grateful for all the guidance and support that has been given ever since our humble beginning.'I hope that this will open up more opportunities for upcoming studios and creators out there,' Wau Animation founder and executive director Usamah Zaid Yassin landmark achievement aligns with the goals of the DICE (Digital Content Ecosystem) Roadmap, Malaysia's national blueprint for transforming into a global digital content hub by far, the local creative industry has contributed more than RM87 billion in revenue, RM11 billion in export value, and RM80 billion in cumulative investments, a testament to its growing global ensure more stories like Ejen Ali continue to thrive, MDEC is currently inviting submissions for the Animated Short Challenge, aimed at identifying and mentoring the next big intellectual properties (IPs) from are open until June 13 2025, and more details are available at: initiative encourages fresh voices to emerge and continue Malaysia's strong tradition of beloved animated IPs such as Upin & Ipin, BoBoiBoy, and Mechamato. More Like This
Borneo Post
18-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sabah, Sarawak fast emerging as key digital infra hubs
Anuar Fariz Fadzil says digital clusters in East Malaysia are now gaining momentum, backed by strong support from the Madani Government, regional demand and growing investor confidence. – Photo by Ronnie Teo KUALA LUMPUR (May 18): Sabah and Sarawak are fast becoming integral to Malaysia's national digital infrastructure strategy, with major data centre developments placing East Malaysia firmly on the map for high-value digital investments. Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said that while Johor and Cyberjaya have long been established digital clusters Peninsular Malaysia, new locations in East Malaysia are now gaining momentum, backed by strong support from the Madani Government, regional demand and growing investor confidence. In Sabah, the upcoming Tier III Borneo Data Centre in Kota Kinabalu is expected to significantly improve regional connectivity and support cross-border data flows. Over in Sarawak, projects within the Samalaju Industrial Park and ongoing infrastructure expansion in Kuching are helping to position the state as a rising hub for data-driven industries. 'What we are seeing is a nationwide movement — from the peninsula to East Malaysia — driven by investor confidence, government facilitation and real market demand,' Anuar said. He was speaking at the Datacentre and Cloud Infra Summit (DCCI) 2025, held in Kuala Lumpur recently, where he highlighted how Malaysia's stable governance, coherent digital strategies and commitment to sustainability are drawing global tech giants to invest. Malaysia currently hosts 54 operational data centres with another 24 under construction. Global players such as ByteDance, Microsoft, Oracle and NVIDIA have already established a presence, while Google's new hyperscale data centre in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan — part of a US$2 billion investment — is progressing on schedule. Data centre and cloud-related projects accounted for RM9.9 billion, or over 60 per cent of total approved investments under the Malaysia Digital (MD) initiative between January and mid-April 2025. The overall total reached RM16.2 billion in the same period. 'These projects are creating meaningful, gainful employment for more Malaysians, enabling greater digitalisation for businesses and delivering long-term benefits for the rakyat and the nation as a whole,' said Anuar. He added that Malaysia's 40 per cent renewable energy target by 2035 has become a major draw for global hyperscalers seeking ESG-aligned expansion in Asia. 'We must build not just for today, but for the generations to come. That means embedding sustainability into every layer of our digital infrastructure — from site selection and energy use to operations and regulation.' As an agency under the Ministry of Digital, MDEC works closely with its sibling institutions — including MyDIGITAL Corporation, CyberSecurity Malaysia, Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), MYNIC, the National Digital Department (JDN) and the Department of Personal Data Protection (JPDP) — to ensure alignment across cybersecurity, regulation and talent development. While challenges such as power provisioning, regulatory clarity and skilled talent remain, Anuar said East Malaysia has an important role to play in ensuring inclusive growth across the national digital landscape. 'The infrastructure we build today will determine our competitiveness tomorrow. It is essential that we move forward with purpose, clarity and shared resolve,' he said. Meanwhile, Tradepass director Praveen Venu praised the government's efforts in creating an investor-friendly climate, noting that Malaysia's digital push is increasingly resonating with global players seeking sustainable and inclusive opportunities. 'Malaysia has positioned itself exceptionally well under the Madani Government's leadership. The clarity of its digital roadmap, commitment to ESG principles and willingness to collaborate with industry are exactly what global investors look for,' he said. 'As an international company, we are proud to host DCCI 2025 in Kuala Lumpur where conversations have moved beyond growth to include sustainable, inclusive progress that benefits the entire region — including East Malaysia.'
New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Malaysia bags RM350mil of business opportunities at 'world's largest sushi tech' show in Tokyo
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has secured more than RM350 million in business export opportunities at the largest global Sushi Tech Tokyo 2025 recently. Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said this reflects Malaysia's international standing as a trusted and attractive investment destination on the global front. He pointed out that the achievement is also a clear reflection of the innovative spirit and resilience of Malaysian digital entrepreneurs. "Our commitment to promoting Malaysia as a global digital hub is stronger than ever, and we will continue to empower our tech ecosystem to explore international opportunities," he said. Anuar said the nation's strong digital infrastructure, pro-business policies and strategic location at the heart of Southeast Asia have made it an ideal launchpad for global technology partnerships. "Coupled with strategic government-led initiatives and a thriving pool of digital talent, our country continues to attract sustained interest from international investors and technology companies looking to expand their footprint in the region," he added. Sushi Tech Tokyo 2025 is Asia's largest startup and innovation conference, bringing together tens of thousands of participants and more than 500 startups worldwide. Among others, its objectives were aimed at fostering open innovation to address global urban challenges through cutting-edge technologies and diverse ideas.
New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Malaysia cements position as top site for data centre investments: MDEC
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is rapidly cementing its position as a leading destination for data centre investments in Southeast Asia. Global technology giants pointing to stable governance, clear digital strategies and strong institutional coordination as key enablers. Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) chief executive officer Anuar Fariz Fadzil said investor confidence is being driven by the country's coherent policy direction, effective public-private collaboration, reliable power infrastructure, low disaster risk and commitment to long-term sustainability. "The fundamentals are in place - from institutional support to renewable energy integration. "This is why global players are choosing Malaysia as their regional base for cloud and data infrastructure," he added. Anuar spoke at the international Datacentre and Cloud Infra Summit (DCCI) 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on Wednesday. Malaysia currently hosts some 54 operational data centres, with a further 24 under construction, supported by a balanced mix of domestic and international players. Global technology firms such as ByteDance, Microsoft, Oracle and Nvidia have already expanded their presence, while Google's new hyperscale data centre in Port Dickson - part of a US$2 billion investment - is progressing on schedule. Data centre and cloud infrastructure projects alone accounted for over RM9.9 billion, representing more than 60 per cent of total approved investments under the Malaysia Digital (MD) initiative from January to mid-April 2025. This forms part of RM16.2 billion in overall digital investments approved during the same period. Anuar said these investments are expected to generate thousands of high-value jobs and enhance Malaysia's position as a trusted regional hub for digital services. "These projects are creating meaningful, gainful employment for Malaysians, enabling greater digitalisation for businesses and deliver long-term benefits for the rakyat and the nation as a whole," he said. Beyond the Klang Valley, momentum is also building across the country. Johor and Cyberjaya remain leading clusters, but newer locations such as Port Dickson as well as Sabah and Sarawak are quickly emerging. In Sabah, the upcoming Tier III Borneo Data Centre in Kota Kinabalu is expected to boost regional connectivity, while in Sarawak, projects within the Samalaju Industrial Park and digital infrastructure expansion in Kuching are positioning the state as a rising data economy. "What we are seeing is a nationwide movement - from the peninsula to East Malaysia - driven by investor confidence, government facilitation and real market demand," Anuar said. He added that Malaysia's firm commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles is also a key factor in attracting responsible, long-term digital investments. The country is aiming for a 40 per cent renewable energy mix by 2035 - a target that resonates with the sustainability expectations of hyperscalers and cloud service providers. As an agency under the Digital Ministry, MDEC works closely with sibling agencies including MyDIGITAL Corporation, CyberSecurity Malaysia, Digital Nasional Bhd, MYNIC, the National Digital Department and the Department of Personal Data Protection to ensure that Malaysia's digital infrastructure development is consistently aligned with national priorities. "Our collective efforts ensure Malaysia's infrastructure strategy remains aligned with cybersecurity, regulatory and talent development goals," said Anuar. While acknowledging challenges around power readiness, land provisioning, regulatory speed and talent supply, Anuar said Malaysia's long-standing culture of partnership and adaptability will continue to be a competitive advantage. "The infrastructure we build today will determine our competitiveness tomorrow. It is essential that we move forward with purpose, clarity and shared resolve," he said. Meanwhile, event organiser Trade pass director Praveen Venu commended the government for creating a stable, investor-friendly climate that continues to attract high-value digital infrastructure projects into the region. "Malaysia has positioned itself exceptionally well under the Madani government's leadership. The clarity of its digital roadmap, commitment to ESG principles and willingness to work hand-in-hand with industry players are exactly what global investors look for," he said. "As an international company, we are proud to host DCCI 2025 in Kuala Lumpur where conversations have moved beyond growth to encompass sustainable, inclusive progress that benefits the entire region," said Praveen.
Malaysia Sun
30-04-2025
- Business
- Malaysia Sun
China, Malaysia partner to enhance AI, digital economy innovation
CGTN 30 Apr 2025, 01:25 GMT+10 China and Malaysia signed 31 memoranda of understanding during Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Malaysia in April, covering everything from cooperation in security, digital technology, transport, trade and media to visa exemptions. Both countries are calling this a "new golden era" of bilateral ties, with a strong focus on future-ready industries. Among those taking center stage is digital transformation. Zhejiang University in China and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to collaborate on digital transformation, AI ecosystem and smart cities based on the "Zhejiang Model," a digital governance transformation framework. CGTN spoke to MDEC CEO Anuar Fariz Fadzil on why they chose the "Zhejiang Model" and how they plan to advance digital innovation in Malaysia. Source: CGTN
