The illustrious technological competition, Malaysia Techlympics 2023, has set an ambitious target of one million registrations this year, with the present number of registrations already surpassing the impressive 1,000,000 mark.
Malaysia Techlympics showcases an array of six categories divided into 39 competitions, encompassing a myriad of technology-based contests such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), drones, coding, and robotics, all to be held at the state, regional, and national levels.
The initiative, Malaysia Techlympics, spearheaded by MOSTI (Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation), endeavors to foster interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) among the youth through an engaging and thought-provoking competition format, with a strong emphasis on encouraging critical thinking, skill development, meaningful innovation, and high-impact endeavors.
The grand inauguration of Malaysia Techlympics took place recently, coinciding with the spectacular opening ceremony of Kedah National Science Week Carnival, graced by none other than the esteemed Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Chang Lih Kang, at Dewan CRC, Kulim, Kedah.
Each state’s carnival celebration serves as an avenue to celebrate diversity by providing golden opportunities for local Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) enthusiasts and practitioners to showcase their one-of-a-kind technologies and innovations to the public, particularly the locals.
This year’s National Science Week (MSN) program marks the sixth edition, aiming to seamlessly integrate Science, Technology, and Innovation into the lives of Malaysians. As a consequence, MOSTI has orchestrated the MSN program nationwide, employing both physical carnivals and online events to allure the interest and active participation of local communities.
Malaysia Techlympics 2023 also unveiled its official anthem, artfully composed by Zhamzury Yusof, affectionately known as Abang Zham, who captivated the audience with a mesmerizing performance of the song. According to him, music serves as an exquisite medium to disseminate vital information and raise awareness among young minds. The anthem is poised to leave a resounding impact on the youth, shining a spotlight on the indispensability of technology in the contemporary world and beyond. Abang Zham ardently hopes that whenever the melody graces the airwaves, it will seamlessly intertwine the latest technological advancements with its overarching theme.
Accompanying Abang Zham’s stellar performance were 20 Orang Asli students hailing from Siong National School. These gifted students, ranging from fourth to sixth graders, belong to the illustrious Kensiu tribe, an exclusive and revered tribe native to the captivating region of Kedah.
During the event, Chang, the visionary leader, also ceremoniously inaugurated the Metaverse Malaysia Techlympics. The realization of this cutting-edge metaverse platform was made possible through a strategic alliance with EZ Cute Robots, Redbrick, and Alibaba Cloud, with a staggering sponsorship totaling US$200,000. Metaverse technology revolutionizes the landscape of interaction, allowing individuals to traverse the digital realm with unparalleled ease, leveraging the power of virtual reality and augmented reality technology, a particularly alluring prospect for school students, as it facilitates seamless knowledge and information sharing through the magic of virtual interactions.
The two-day program received a resounding response from the public, with an astonishing turnout of more than 6,000 attendees, encompassing esteemed guests, school students, and enthusiastic local residents.
Registration for the much-anticipated Malaysia Techlympics remains open until July 30, 2023, for the esteemed Northern Zone and Sabah, August 15, 2023, for the Central Zone and Sarawak, and finally, August 31 for the Eastern and Southern Zones. The competition warmly welcomes students and youths between the ages of seven and thirty years old to partake in this grand spectacle of talent and innovation.
Partners, students, and aspiring innovators are heartily encouraged to join the captivating journey of Malaysia Techlympics by completing their registration on the official website www.hometechlympics.my. For the latest updates, we cordially invite you to follow @mytechlympics on various social media platforms.
