World AI Show – Malaysia 2025 Day 1 Concludes With 1500+ Delegates And High-Impact Dialogues On The Nation’s AI Ambitions

Kuala Lumpur, 28 October 2025 - Day 1 of the World AI Show – Malaysia, by Trescon, concluded with resounding success, drawing over 1500+ business leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators to DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur. The summit opened as Malaysia’s definitive platform for AI collaboration - uniting public and private stakeholders committed to advancing the nation’s digital economy.

The day began with a welcome address by Trescon, followed by insightful sessions exploring how AI is transforming Malaysia’s key industries.

Highlights included:

Ts. Dr. Rusnita Isnin Hamdan (Jabatan Digital Negara) and Budiman Bujang (Johor Corporation) discussing “National AI Strategy & Digital Government: Public-Private Collaboration”, moderated by Ow Yung Shen (Boston Consulting Group).
Satpal Singh (PLUS Malaysia) presenting “AI for Good: Empowering Sustainability Through AI.”
Taylor Chan (Datadog) and Shanmuga Sunthar Muniandy (Denodo) shared perspectives on secure, observable, and trustworthy AI infrastructure.
Stephanie Liew (BAT APMEA), Suresh Sankaran Srinivasan (Axiata Group Berhad), and Lee Li Foon (AHAM Asset Management Berhad) tackling “AI’s Growing Impact on Cyber Resilience,” moderated by Ekneswaran Matandor (OC Global Technology Sdn Bhd).
SK Joo (Senheng Electric), Aaron Kee (CARSOME Group), Sina Manavi (DHL IT Shared Services), and Mohd Hanapi Bisri (Petra Energy) exploring “AI as a Catalyst for Business Reinvention,” moderated by Jamie Tan (JLL Malaysia).
Budiman Bujang (Johor Corporation) returning with a keynote on “AI-First Data Ecosystems.”
A closing panel on “Data Infrastructure & Interconnectivity: The Backbone of Scalable AI” with leaders from Orsted, JLL Malaysia, and MIDA.

Delegates also participated in AI-powered networking, interactive exhibitions, and exclusive one-to-one meetings, creating an atmosphere of collaboration and opportunity throughout the venue.

As Day 1 came to a close, excitement built for Day 2 (29 October 2025), which will feature a landmark fireside chat with Shamsul Izhan Bin Abdul Majid, Head of the National AI Office, moderated by Adrian Chew (EY), titled “Malaysia’s AI Mandate: Turning National Vision into Industry Action.” The day will also host the FutureTech World Cup, where emerging startups pitch transformative solutions to leading investors and technology leaders.

“Malaysia is at a defining moment in its AI journey. The incredible participation and enthusiasm we’ve seen on Day 1 reflects the country’s readiness to lead Southeast Asia’s next wave of digital transformation. Through World AI Show, Trescon is proud to facilitate these vital conversations that connect vision with innovation and real-world impact,” said Anil Kumar, COO, Trescon.

World AI Show – Malaysia continues tomorrow as the region’s most influential meeting point for AI leadership — driving innovation, policy dialogue, and investment toward Malaysia’s AI-driven future.

First published on Tue, Oct 28, 2025

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