The RI Government is investing in future technology leaders with visual coding training initiatives for young minds, reflecting a broader trend in Asia toward digital empowerment and tech-forward strategies. This initiative is geared towards nurturing a generation of adept coders capable of driving the region’s digital future.

The necessity of these skills is highlighted by the booming Indoor Distributed Antenna System (DAS) market in the Asia-Pacific region. The market, stimulated by the demand for seamless wireless connectivity and the swift adoption of 5G-ready infrastructure, has seen impressive growth. According to BIS Research, the market was valued at $2.47 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $6.46 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 10.09%. If 5G rollouts accelerate and DAS integrates more with Wi-Fi 6 and private LTE networks, its value could reach $9.70 billion by 2033.

However, not all digital advancements in the region are without challenge. Malaysia, in particular, faces difficulties in developing artificial intelligence (AI) data centres due to US export restrictions on AI chips. Despite being classified as a Tier 2 country along with Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam, limiting access to advanced AI technology exports, Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong insists these restrictions will not impede the overall development of Malaysia’s data centre ecosystem.

At the intersection of technology and environment, innovation is also being harnessed to protect coastal ecosystems in the region, demonstrating the broad applications of tech advancements. The future of coastal ecosystems and mangrove development, particularly in Asia, is increasingly linked to technology. Southeast Asia is home to approximately 42 percent of the world’s total mangrove forests, and the wellbeing of these ecosystems has become a leading catalyst for innovation and investment.

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