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  • CelcomDigi Tech Fair 2026 Brings Smarter Living, AI Innovation, Exclusive Deals and Rewards

    PETALING JAYA, 25 September 2026 — CelcomDigi Berhad (CelcomDigi) is inviting Malaysians to discover how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance the way they work, live and play at the CelcomDigi Tech Fair 2026, taking place from 23 to 27 September 2026 at the Oval Concourse, Lower Ground, 1 Utama Shopping Centre.

    Now in its third consecutive year, the annual event reinforces CelcomDigi’s commitment to making AI more accessible, practical and relevant to Malaysians. Held under the theme “Work, Live and Play Smarter with AI”, the five-day Tech Fair showcases a range of AI-powered innovations designed to transform everyday digital experiences.

    The event is held in collaboration with leading technology partners including Samsung, HONOR, OPPO, vivo, Xiaomi and Google, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the latest AI-enabled devices, applications and digital solutions firsthand.

    Visitors can experience a wide selection of AI-powered smartphones, smart devices, digital services and connectivity solutions designed to simplify daily tasks, enhance productivity and promote safer digital experiences. Through interactive showcases, live demonstrations and educational sessions, attendees can gain practical insights into how AI can be integrated into everyday life, whether at home, at work or on the go.

    CelcomDigi Chief Sales & Retail Officer Cheng Weng Hong said AI is no longer simply a technology of the future, but is already influencing the way people connect and interact with technology every day.

    As AI becomes increasingly integrated into devices and digital services, he said it is important for Malaysians to better understand its potential and experience its benefits firsthand. Through the CelcomDigi Tech Fair, the company is bringing together leading technology partners to demonstrate how AI can help users become more productive while enjoying richer digital experiences.

    One of the key highlights of this year’s Tech Fair is the range of AI-powered experiences, including AIRA, the event’s AI-powered co-host. Visitors can also participate in Tech Talks covering topics such as online safety and cybersecurity, workplace productivity, content creation, smart mobility, as well as the latest AI-powered smartphones and foldable devices. Live humanoid robot performances will further showcase the possibilities of emerging technologies.

    Beyond technology experiences, visitors can also enjoy a variety of exclusive deals and rewards throughout the five-day event. The Tech Hour Deals, held at 11.00am and 6.00pm daily, offer savings of up to 87% on selected products. Eligible CelcomDigi Postpaid 5G 80 and above principal line customers can purchase selected products such as the Harman Kardon Luna 2 and DJI NEO 2 for RM99, while the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro and Galaxy Watch9 are available for RM199, subject to availability and limited to 100 units per session.

    Customers who spend a minimum of RM100 in a single receipt can also purchase selected accessories for just RM20, with the offer limited to the first 150 customers each day.

    Adding to the excitement are Daily Lucky Draws, held at 9.00pm every day, giving visitors the chance to win smartphones, smart devices, luggage and other prizes. A total of RM350,000 worth of prizes will be available to be won each day throughout the event.

    The Tech Fair will also feature exclusive Meet and Greet sessions with cast members from Viu and iQIYI, taking place on 26 and 27 September 2026, giving fans an opportunity to meet some of their favourite entertainment personalities.

    With a combination of AI experiences, technology demonstrations, educational sessions, exclusive offers and interactive activities, CelcomDigi Tech Fair 2026 provides Malaysians with an opportunity to explore how AI is becoming part of everyday life and how emerging technologies can support smarter, more productive and connected digital experiences.

  • Beyond AI Adoption: Helping Malaysian Businesses Turn AI Into Meaningful Business Value

    As artificial intelligence (AI) adoption continues to gain momentum among Malaysian businesses, the focus is increasingly moving beyond whether organisations should adopt the technology to how they can use it effectively to deliver meaningful business outcomes. While AI tools are becoming more accessible, businesses are now faced with the challenge of determining where the technology can create the greatest value and how it can be integrated into their operations in a purposeful way.

    Malaysia’s AI Technology Action Plan 2026–2030 is supporting the country’s broader AI adoption agenda, while a study on AI adoption among Malaysian businesses found that 27% of businesses had adopted AI in 2025. However, 73% of AI-adopting businesses were still primarily focused on basic use cases, compared with 17% at the intermediate stage and 10% at the most transformative stage of AI integration. The figures point to a distinction between simply using AI tools and embedding AI more strategically into business processes.

    As businesses gain access to an expanding range of AI solutions, understanding what AI can do is only one part of the equation. Organisations also need to identify the specific problems they want to solve, determine which processes could benefit from AI and establish how the technology can be integrated into existing workflows. This means shifting the conversation from “What can AI do?” to “What should AI do for my business?”

    For Chan Kee Siak, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Exabytes, this shift is particularly relevant as businesses navigate digital transformation and explore practical applications of AI. Rather than treating AI as a standalone technology, organisations can assess its potential based on their individual needs, operational challenges and growth objectives, allowing technology investments to be connected more closely to measurable business outcomes.

    Moving beyond basic AI applications could also involve identifying opportunities to improve productivity and operational efficiency. Real-world applications such as Exabytes’ AI Eve demonstrate how AI can be explored within practical business environments, while also highlighting the importance of understanding where automation and intelligent technologies can complement existing processes.

    Human expertise remains another important component of effective AI adoption. While AI can support businesses with analysis, automation and other tasks, people with a strong understanding of the organisation, its customers and its industry are still needed to determine where the technology should be applied. This business context can help organisations distinguish between AI applications that merely demonstrate what the technology can do and those that address genuine operational or commercial needs.

    Exabytes’ RASA approach — Reliable, Accessible, Scalable and AI-driven — further reflects the importance of moving from experimentation towards more purposeful AI adoption. By considering reliability, accessibility and scalability alongside AI capabilities, businesses can approach technology adoption as an ongoing process rather than a one-off implementation.

    As AI continues to reshape the Malaysian business landscape, organisations may increasingly need to evaluate their AI strategies based on the value they generate rather than simply the number of tools they use. The next stage of adoption could therefore be less about adding AI to existing operations and more about identifying where AI can genuinely support productivity, efficiency, innovation and business growth.

    Ultimately, the question for businesses is no longer simply what AI is capable of doing, but how it can be applied responsibly and strategically to address real business needs. For organisations looking to move beyond basic experimentation, understanding their own challenges and objectives could be the starting point for turning AI adoption into a more purposeful digital transformation journey.