- Explore funding for research for creating localized big language versions
- KWAP’s determination to accelerate modern transformation in serving partners
Kumpulan Wang Persaraan ( Diperbadankan )]KWAP ] today signed a MoU with Universiti Malaysia Kelantan ( UMK) to propel Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) adoption, in line with MADANI’s framework, the Malaysia National Artificial Intelligence Roadmap 2021- 2025 ( A I- RMAP ) and KWAP’s internal AI Adoption Programme.
Through this MoU, KWAP will look into a number of possible collaborations, including funding for the development of localized large language models ( LLMs) that support the national language and the creation of an AI Governance Framework and Ethics. KWAP is even looking into information and expert exchanges to aid in developing Artificial apply cases, proofs of principle, and sandboxing, as well as establishing KWAP’s Gen- Artificial lab. Other places include, among others, encouraging college ability and student accessories at KWAP, collaboration in research journals, co-organizing occasions and learning courses, and co-ordinating events and learning courses.
Nik Amlizan Mohamed, CEO of KWAP, said,” As Malaysia’s largest income portfolio for public business seniors, KWAP recognises the importance of AI implementation in navigating our nation’s transition into an ageing society. As part of our commitment, KWAP aims to promote the online change, especially in digital resilience, digital management, company systems, technology platform, as well as data management. This collaboration aims to lay a solid foundation for the development and use of AI.
Expressing confidence in UMK’s expertise, Nik expects the collaboration will not only aid us in accomplishing both parties ‘ mutual objectives in AI adoption, including enhancing KWAP’s operations, but also contribute significantly to the nation’s advancement in this field, ensuring success and benefit for all stakeholders involved.
Prof. Ts. The collaboration between UMK and the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Big Data ( AIBIG ) and KWAP, according to Dr. Arham Abdullah, Deputy Vice Chancellor ( Research And Innovation ) of the UMK, is a significant step in the direction of the development and research of responsible AI.
The scope of this collaboration includes sharing research and information, co-publishing in research journals, and organizing events like Ideathon and Hackathon using university resources to implement AI use. Additionally, he said, the exchange of information on research innovation, student development, and industry attachment/training programs for students and university staff is included.
Alongside this initiative, KWAP has increased its digital adoption. Important initiatives include the use of Robotic Process Automation ( RPA ) to replace repetitive and labor-intensive processes to increase efficiency. Additionally, it has developed the new Semakan Pesara portal at 146 government hospitals in collaboration with Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam ( JPA ), 50 haemodialysis centers, and plans to expand this integration to more centers nationwide.