GenAI Fund Joins Panel on Digital Transformation in Malaysia at Alibaba Cloud AI Hackathon 2025

At the Alibaba Cloud AI Hackathon 2025, our Head of Programs, Eugene KJ, joined a powerful panel discussion: “AI Meets Ambition: Malaysia’s Path to Digital Leadership” — where public and private sector leaders came together to share real strategies powering our AI future.

Sharing the VC Perspective on AI Adoption in Malaysia

We were proud to represent the VC perspective — highlighting how GenAI Fund backs startups ready to scale enterprise-grade AI across Southeast Asia.

Key Takeaways on AI Adoption in Malaysia

In just 30 minutes, the panel unpacked:
🔹 How governments, corporates, and VCs are shaping AI strategy in Malaysia
🔹 What challenges AI adoption faces — and how partnerships can unlock scale
🔹 Why sectors like manufacturing, education, and fintech are ripe for AI growth
🔹 What really matters when we evaluate AI startup investability
🔹 One action every stakeholder can take to accelerate Malaysia’s AI transformation

A Thriving Ecosystem for AI Innovation

Malaysia has the talent, the drive, and now the ecosystem. Let’s keep building together!