Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow highlighted AI as a key driver for the state's economic sustainability and competitiveness. He emphasized AI's role in digital education, smart public services, and digital entrepreneurship growth. The Penang Digital Economy Master Plan (2025-2030) focuses on business digitalization, digital talent development, and strengthening the high-tech ecosystem, including AI hubs. The AI Horizon 2025 conference aims to advance AI understanding and innovation, aligning with Malaysia's goal to become a regional AI leader by 2030. Chow stressed the importance of early integration of technology education from primary school through higher learning.
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