Introduction Malaysia stands at the forefront of digital transformation in Southeast Asia, particularly in the domains of finance and insurance. The rapid pace of technological advancement, paired with strategic national initiatives, has catalyzed the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital technologies. This blog post explores how Malaysia is embracing AI to foster innovation and efficiency in its financial and insurance sectors, supported by government backing and private sector enthusiasm. Government Initiatives and Policy Support The Malaysian government has made digital transformation a national priority. Under the Malaysia Digital Economy Blueprint (MyDIGITAL) and the National AI Framework , the country aims to position itself as a regional leader in digital economy by 2030. These frameworks promote AI integration across various sectors and support innovation through funding, infrastructure development, and policy guidelines. The Bank Negara Malaysia (BN...