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Borneo Post
16-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Malaysia's first Net Zero Centre of Excellence to open in Kuching
Sudarnoto (left) and Arun sign on the MoU. Among those witnessing the signing is Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang (back second right). KUCHING (June 16): Malaysia's first Net Zero Centre of Excellence will be established here through a strategic partnership between Univers, a global leader in AI and IoT technology for energy, and Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC). Univers and SDEC issued a joint statement today announcing the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the strategic partnership. 'The new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy,' said the statement. Amongst others, the partnership will explore how digital tools can improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and drive operational excellence across Sarawak's key economic sectors. Additional joint efforts may include skills-building programmes and knowledge-sharing initiatives to nurture local talent and ideas. The statement also said the partnership will focus on three core areas namely Advisory and Enablement, Research and Development (R&D), and Innovation and Commercial Deployment. These include designing digital strategies and advisory services for businesses and public agencies, drawing on Univers' global experience in Net Zero and AI technologies. It will also involve establishing Open Labs, Testbeds, and Living Labs to drive research and co-create new intellectual property tailored to the region's needs. They will also be launching real-world net zero projects across key sectors, from energy to hospitality, using AI to unlock smarter, cleaner ways of operating. 'Sustainability is a journey built on data, collaboration, and action. We are bringing AI for Energy to the forefront — using intelligent systems to transition to a low-carbon economy and enable emerging regions like Sarawak to leapfrog toward a net zero future,' Univers global vice president Arun Poojari said in the statement. SDEC chief executive officer Datuk Sudarnoto Osman said the agreement also aligns with Sarawak's broader ambition to build a digitally driven and environmentally sustainable economy as outlined in the Sarawak Digital Economy Blueprint 2030. 'At SDEC, we exist with a designer's mindset to connect people to opportunities, data to decisions, innovation to infrastructure. As a state-owned agency entrusted with more than just delivering digital projects, our mandate is to orchestrate a resilient, inclusive, and future-facing digital economy that fits the aspirations of all Sarawakians. 'Sarawak is not dipping its toes into AI. We are using it right now. This collaboration is a significant step towards shaping a future where digital solutions are embedded in the way we design and sustain our built environment,' he added.
Borneo Post
15-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sarawak Skills cements collaborations with Halliburton Energy, SDEC
Sagah (fourth right) witnesses the exchanging of the MoU between Hallman (second right) and Benjamin. – Photo by Churchill Edward KUCHING (May 15): The Sarawak Skills Development Centre (Sarawak Skills) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Halliburton Energy Services (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd. The MoU marks a strategic collaboration to strengthen industry-relevant training and workforce development in Sarawak. 'This partnership aims to support the design and implementation of specialised training programmes, provide practical training and internship opportunities, promote knowledge-sharing initiatives, and encourage joint resource development,' the institution said in notes shared during its Sarawak Leadership Talk here today. 'The MoU reflects a shared commitment by Sarawak Skills and Halliburton to advancing technical skills and capabilities within the oil and gas sector in Malaysia.' Sarawak Skills also signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation Berhad (SDEC) to collaborate on advancing Industry 4.0 (IR4.0) technology adoption and workforce skills development in the state. 'This partnership focuses on the retrofitting of advanced Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinery and the delivery of practical, hands-on training programs to equip local talent with relevant skills in smart manufacturing and digital technologies,' Sarawak Skills explained. 'The collaboration reflects both parties' commitment to supporting Sarawak's digital transformation by enhancing technical education and preparing a future-ready workforce aligned with industrial innovation.' Halliburton was represented by South East Asia vice president Tomas Benjamin, whereas SDEC was represented by Research and Product Development department head Dr Khairul Hafiz Sharkawi. Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn officiated at the talk.
The Sun
27-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Keep up with rapid development of AI technology
KUCHING: The public should always keep up with rapidly developing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to protect themselves from the risk of cyber threats, said Sarawak Utilities and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi. He said Malaysians also should not view lightly the risks involved, such as the spreading of false information and content manipulation that can threaten national harmony. 'AI can sometimes be used as an effort that can lead to blackmail, such as using our pictures or voices, but not by us. So, this is one of the challenges we face. 'To avoid any victimisation in the future, I believe that we must be able to face all these developments that have agendas that can undermine or misuse AI... they always move fast, they are always ahead of the current technology,' he said. He said this at the launch of the MCMC Microsoft AI TEACH Programme at the Centre for Technology Excellence Sarawak (CENTEXS) here today. Julaihi said that as part of initial measures to ensure the safe use of AI technology, the federal government introduced the National Artificial Intelligence Governance and Ethics Guidelines (AIGE) last year. Meanwhile, the two-day AI TEACH Programme, which began today, is being held in a physical and hybrid manner at several selected locations, including CENTEXS as the main site, in addition to the six SDEC Digital Innovation Hub sites statewide in Serian, Sri Aman, Sibu, Kapit, Mukah and Lawas. The MCMC-organised programme also has the cooperation and support of Microsoft Malaysia as well strategic partners such as CENTEXS, Sarawak Digital Economic Corporation (SDEC), Social Security Organisation and the Biji-biji Initiative. Julaihi said the programme has opened a new chapter in the digital expertise development agenda in the state, in line with the goals of the post-COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 (PCDS 2030) mooted by the Sarawak government. It focuses on mastering basic AI skills, understanding the ethics of using technology and applying practical skills in preparation for the increasingly challenging and technology-based job market. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said in a statement that the MCMC Microsoft AI TEACH programme, which was launched on a pilot basis in June 2024, has successfully trained over 2,000 individuals from various backgrounds, especially vulnerable groups. This initiative has been implemented in eight states nationwide, namely Kuala Lumpur, Perak, Penang, Melaka, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor and Labuan.
