YB Gobind Singh Deo is a Member of Parliament for Damansara who currently serves as Malaysia’s Minister of Digital under Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Unity Government. Prior to this, Gobind served as Malaysia’s Minister of Communications and Multimedia where he was instrumental in driving the repeal of the Anti-Fake News Act.

As Minister of Digital, Gobind oversees crucial agencies like MDEC, MYNIC, and the Department of Personal Data Protection, and is focused on advancing Malaysia’s digital economy and enhancing the nation’s digital infrastructure.

The keynote addresses Malaysia’s digital transformation, which has gained significant momentum over the past few years, with artificial intelligence (AI) and Industry 4.0 (IR 4.0) at the forefront of this shift. As Malaysia seeks to build a robust digital economy, it is increasingly leveraging technological advancements to spur economic growth, enhance productivity, and foster innovation. The nation’s digital investment in the first half of 2024 alone surpassed the total investment recorded in the entirety of 2023, a clear sign of Malaysia’s commitment to establishing itself as a leader in the digital space.