Technology, Digitalisation & Future Proofing
Examining digital transformation, emerging technologies, and innovation ecosystems to position Malaysia as a competitive knowledge economy in Southeast Asia.
Malaysia's digital economy ambitions require comprehensive understanding of technological disruption and its implications for society. Our research analyses how digital transformation impacts traditional industries, the development of local tech talent and innovation capacity, cybersecurity challenges in an interconnected region, and the ethical governance of emerging technologies like AI and blockchain.
As Malaysia pursues its MyDIGITAL blueprint and positions itself as a regional tech hub, we examine digital inclusion across urban-rural divides, the role of government in fostering innovation ecosystems, data sovereignty and privacy concerns, and strategies for building resilient digital infrastructure that serves all Malaysians while maintaining competitiveness in ASEAN.
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Jul 9, 2026
Malaysia’s Digital Resilience in Times of Crisis
Malaysia’s critical sectors are increasingly digitalised and dependent on global digital infrastructure, vulnerable to shocks and crises beyond our borders.
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Jul 9, 2026
Malaysia’s Digital Resilience in Times of Crisis
Malaysia’s critical sectors are increasingly digitalised and dependent on global digital infrastructure, vulnerable to shocks and crises beyond our borders.
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Jun 24, 2026
AI and the Future of Work: Worker Rights in the Sharing Economy
As AI becomes more common in the sharing economy, this paper looks at its impact on workers and discusses ways to improve their rights, protection, and career opportunities.
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Jun 24, 2026
AI and the Future of Work: Worker Rights in the Sharing Economy
As AI becomes more common in the sharing economy, this paper looks at its impact on workers and discusses ways to improve their rights, protection, and career opportunities.
Working Papers
May 25, 2026
NEXUS Survey Preliminary Findings: Vulnerabilities and Needs within the Night Market Ecosystem
Malaysia’s night market ecosystem faces persistent vulnerabilities, with low social protection uptake, rising economic pressures, and shifting consumer trends.
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May 25, 2026
NEXUS Survey Preliminary Findings: Vulnerabilities and Needs within the Night Market Ecosystem
Malaysia’s night market ecosystem faces persistent vulnerabilities, with low social protection uptake, rising economic pressures, and shifting consumer trends.
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May 24, 2026
From Survival to Scale: Digital Empowerment for Malaysia's Micro and Small Enterprises
Digital empowerment can help Malaysia’s micro and small enterprises (MSMEs) move from survival to sustainable growth. The paper analyses adoption gaps, productivity constraints, and structural barriers, while assessing how digital tools and supportive policies enable scaling, improve competitiveness, and strengthen long-term economic resilience across the sector effectively overall.
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May 24, 2026
From Survival to Scale: Digital Empowerment for Malaysia's Micro and Small Enterprises
Digital empowerment can help Malaysia’s micro and small enterprises (MSMEs) move from survival to sustainable growth. The paper analyses adoption gaps, productivity constraints, and structural barriers, while assessing how digital tools and supportive policies enable scaling, improve competitiveness, and strengthen long-term economic resilience across the sector effectively overall.
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May 24, 2023
Melonjak Potensi Graduan TVET Menjana Pendapatan Tinggi
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May 24, 2023
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May 24, 2023
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Mar 31, 2023
Menangani Isu Hak Berpaksikan Data: Melindungi Kembar Digital Kita
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Mar 31, 2023
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Jun-E Tan
Mar 31, 2023
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Jan 4, 2023
Digital Rights as Part of Malaysia’s Digital Transformation
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Jan 4, 2023
Digital Rights as Part of Malaysia’s Digital Transformation
Digital Infrastructure & Access
Rachel Gong
Jan 4, 2023
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Feb 28, 2022
Different Policy Priorities for Different Data Types
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Feb 28, 2022
Different Policy Priorities for Different Data Types
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Rachel Gong
Feb 28, 2022
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Dec 15, 2021
Health and Social Protection: Continuing Universal Health Coverage
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Dec 15, 2021
Health and Social Protection: Continuing Universal Health Coverage
Digital Divide
Nazihah Muhamad Noor
Dec 15, 2021
Dec 15, 2021
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Jun 21, 2021
#NetworkedNation: Navigating Challenges, Realising Opportunities of Digital Transformation
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Jun 21, 2021
#NetworkedNation: Navigating Challenges, Realising Opportunities of Digital Transformation
AI, Automation & Work
Rachel Gong
Jun 21, 2021
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Jan 20, 2021
Digital Platform Work: How digital access and competencies affect job seeking
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Jan 20, 2021
Digital Platform Work: How digital access and competencies affect job seeking
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Tan Zhai Gen
Jan 20, 2021
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Oct 1, 2020
Privacy and Cybersecurity: Protecting Personal Data
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Oct 1, 2020
Privacy and Cybersecurity: Protecting Personal Data
Digital Infrastructure & Access
Chua Shenyi
Oct 1, 2020
Oct 1, 2020
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Mar 27, 2020
Coping with Covid-19: Distance Learning and the Digital Divide
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Mar 27, 2020
Coping with Covid-19: Distance Learning and the Digital Divide
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Rachel Gong
Mar 27, 2020
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