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Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) deputy director-general Dr Mazrina Mohamed Ibramsah (Right) saidMalaysian companies that adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) have improved efficiency by up to 80 per cent and reduced operating costs by up to 60 per cent, exceeding global benchmarks. — NSTP/ROHANIS SHUKRI. Malaysian companies that adopt artificial intelligence (AI) have improved efficiency by up to 80 per cent and reduced operating costs by up to 60 per cent, exceeding gl

RX BITEC Invites Manufacturers to Lead Trends and Increase Profitability Through Technologies from 30 Countries Thailand’s manufacturing sector is facing a new wave of challenges and pressure. RX BITEC therefore invites entrepreneurs and manufacturers from around the world to join in transforming production through innovations at Manufacturing Expo 2026, ASEAN’s most comprehensive machinery and technology event for manufacturing and supporting industries. The event will bring

ProPak China 2026, the 31st International Processing and Packaging Exhibition, is scheduled to be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC, Shanghai) from June 15 to 17, 2026. Organized by Sinoexpo Informa Markets, the event focuses on technological innovation and full-industry-chain collaboration, demonstrating the growing strength of Asia’s processing and packaging industry in its digital and sustainable transformation process. Co-hosted with FoodPack Chi

Microsoft unveiled US$23 billion in new artificial intelligence investments, with the bulk earmarked for India as the US tech giant deepens its bet on one of the world’s fastest-growing digital markets. AFP PIC Microsoft unveiled US$23 billion in new artificial intelligence investments, with the bulk earmarked for India as the US tech giant deepens its bet on one of the world's fastest-growing digital markets. CEO Satya Nadella said Microsoft would spend US$17.5 billion in In

Malaysia’s technology (tech) sector continued its strong momentum in 2025, powered by rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and a boom in data centre investments, amid intensifying strategic competition between the United States and China. Malaysia's technology (tech) sector continued its strong momentum in 2025, powered by rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and a boom in data centre investments, amid intensifying strategic competition between the United

Developers hope the robot can boost seniors’ rehabilitation and independence as Singapore moves towards becoming a super-aged society. Stroke survivor Leow Cher Hwa participating in a Zumba class with the help of the Data-driven Robotic Balance Assistant. Mr Leow Cher Hwa never thought something as simple as walking would become a daily struggle. The 66-year-old suffered a stroke in 2022 that left him half-paralysed. He spent two months in hospital, grappling not just with

Hospital Pakar Universiti Sains Malaysia (HPUSM) is now offering training in robotic technology for knee surgery as part of efforts to advance medical practice in line with current technological advancements. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) vice-chancellor Prof Datuk Seri Dr Abdul Rahman Mohamed said robotic technology is part of the components of the Master of Medicine (Orthopaedics) programme. He said that through the training, postgraduate students are exposed to high-prec

Currently, Digit is working with Amazon to help move products in warehouses. — Business Wire/TNS Digit the humanoid robot is 5 feet 9 inches (175cm) tall and lives in warehouses, helping its human coworkers move and stack boxes up to 35 pounds (15.87kg). It also "smiles" and waves. Robots like Digit are a growing pursuit among robotics companies that are trying to bring humanoids into everyday life, and specifically into the home as helpers. A crucial part of that equation is

By the Machinery & Engineering Industries Federation (MEIF) Automation is no longer novel within Malaysia’s machinery and engineering (M&E) sector. Robotic welding cells, CNC upgrades, ERP platforms, machine vision systems, and warehouse automation are increasingly common across factories of varying scale. Yet a structural gap persists. While many firms have automated discrete processes, fewer have embedded those investments within an integrated capability framework. The dist

Organized by RX, Fac Tec China will take place from June 2–4, 2026, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. This premier trade event comes at a pivotal moment for the global electronics manufacturing industry, as companies face mounting pressure to improve efficiency, adopt sustainable practices, and upgrade to intelligent, flexible factory systems. Global demand for advanced manufacturing solutions in semiconductors, automotive electronics, PCB, and 3C ele

Two autonomous tractors have been rolled out to transfer passenger bags between Terminal 1's and Terminal 4’s baggage handling areas. Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless tractors. (Photo: Changi Airport Group) Changi Airport has deployed its first fleet of fully driverless tractors for airside operations after nearly a year of trials. Two autonomous tractors have been rolled out in live operations to transfer passenger bags between Terminal 1's and

By Ir. Ts. Prof. Dr. Chee-Fai Tan Vice President (Technology), Malaysia Association for Sustainable Supply Chain & Innovation (MASSCI) Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Kuala Lumpur University of Science & Technology (KLUST) Artificial Intelligence has transformed how supply chains interpret data. Demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, route planning, and predictive maintenance now rely on increasingly sophisticated analytics. Yet improved visibility does not automatically transla

New method cuts construction time and labour needs, boosting efficiency Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have reached a new milestone in construction technology by successfully 3D-printing a load-bearing concrete structure on-site — a first for Singapore’s built environment sector. The innovative technique, developed in collaboration with industry partners including Woh Hup (Private) Limited, dramatically reduces the amount of manpower and time trad

Irene Lim, 38, lost her limbs after being infected with sepsis two years ago. – ST Living independently became a challenge for 38-year-old Irene Lim after part of her forearms and legs were amputated in 2023 due to sepsis triggered by an unknown bacterial infection. She could not afford prosthetic arms as she had already spent her life savings of around $300,000 on her treatment, pushing her to seek alternative solutions. Things changed in early 2025 after her dragon boating

In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller factories in the world's manufacturing powerhouse. In a light-filled workshop in eastern China, a robotic arm moved a partially assembled autonomous vehicle as workers calibrated its cameras, typical of the incremental automation being adopted even across smaller fac

By Prof Datin Lorela Chia Across ASEAN, industrial investment is accelerating. Automation platforms, AI systems, advanced manufacturing tools, and integrated analytics are increasingly accessible. Capital deployment is rising, and policy frameworks are evolving to support digital and industrial upgrading. Technology availability is no longer the primary constraint. The more pressing question is whether industrial systems are expanding their Complexity Absorption Capacity at