Budget 2027 Digital AI Agenda: Bursa Stocks to Watch

Quick Answer: Budget 2027’s digital AI agenda spans four areas: the digital economy, digital infrastructure, digital rakyat and digital government. Its headline figures include RM947.29 million for Digital Government Services and RM30 million through MDEC to help 4,000 MSMEs adopt AI. No company is named as a beneficiary, but Bursa firms such as Telekom Malaysia, YTL Power and Datasonic already work in the funded areas.

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Malaysia’s digital industry has welcomed the Budget 2027 digital AI agenda as comprehensive. The measures cover four areas: the digital economy, digital infrastructure, digital rakyat and digital government. Industry associations say they could strengthen business competitiveness and accelerate AI adoption.

What Is in the Budget 2027 Digital AI Agenda?

Budget 2027 digital AI agenda and MyDigital ID services — MyDigital ID now has more than 14 million registered users, according to Internet Alliance.

100,000 additional free AI subscriptions for young Malaysians
16,000+ digital courses and certifications
RM30 million through the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) for AI adoption among 4,000 MSMEs
5,000 AI professionals to be trained

Malaysian Digital Association (MDA) president Nicholas Sagau said he is particularly encouraged by the focus on AI skills and tools. “The real opportunity is turning these initiatives into practical AI adoption, greater productivity and new growth opportunities,” he said.

How Big Is the RM947.29 Million Digital Government Allocation?

Internet Alliance president Dr Sunny Ooi praised the RM947.29 million allocation for Digital Government Services. The Budget targets 85% of government services available end-to-end online by 2027.

Ooi said MyDigital ID has surpassed 14 million registered users across 203 public and private services. He added that wider AI, automation and integrated government systems could reduce bureaucracy.

Why Does MyIX Say Digital Infrastructure Is Essential?

Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX) chairman Chiew Kok Hin said continued infrastructure investment is essential to sustaining digital growth. He welcomed the continued implementation of JENDELA, the MADANI Submarine Cable (SALAM) and plans for a Sovereign AI Cloud.

Peak internet traffic at MyIX has grown nearly 10,000-fold since 2006.
MyIX’s Digital Classroom CSR Programme provides smart boards to schools, particularly in underserved communities.

Which Bursa Digital Names Could Benefit from the Budget 2027 Agenda?

The Budget funds programmes, not named companies, so no listed firm is a guaranteed winner. These Bursa companies already run businesses in the areas the Budget pays for:

Digital government services

Zetrix AI (0138), formerly MyEG Services, runs online government services such as road tax and licence renewals. It is currently under police investigation over RM314 million owed to JPJ.
Datasonic (5216) supplies smart cards and identity documents to the government.

Connectivity: JENDELA and submarine cables

Telekom Malaysia (4863) runs the country’s main fixed broadband network and international submarine cable links.
CelcomDigi (6947) and Maxis (6012) are mobile operators expanding 4G and 5G coverage.
OCK Group (0172) builds and leases telecommunication towers.

Data centres and AI cloud

YTL Power (6742) operates a data centre and AI cloud business in Johor.
Sunway Construction (5263) and Gamuda (5398) build data centres for local and global clients.

Whether any of them wins Budget-funded work depends on contracts not yet announced. Check each company’s quarterly results and announcements, linked above, before making any decision.

Key Takeaways

Budget 2027’s digital AI agenda covers four areas: digital economy, digital infrastructure, digital rakyat and digital government.
RM947.29 million is allocated to Digital Government Services, targeting 85% of services online end-to-end by 2027.
100,000 free AI subscriptions and 16,000+ courses target young Malaysians.
RM30 million via MDEC targets AI adoption among 4,000 MSMEs.
Bursa names in the funded areas include Zetrix AI, Datasonic, Telekom Malaysia, CelcomDigi, Maxis, OCK, YTL Power, Sunway Construction and Gamuda.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Budget 2027’s digital AI agenda?

Budget 2027’s digital AI agenda covers four areas: the digital economy, digital infrastructure, digital rakyat and digital government. Industry associations say it could strengthen business competitiveness and accelerate AI adoption.

How much is allocated to Digital Government Services in Budget 2027?

Budget 2027 allocates RM947.29 million to Digital Government Services. The target is 85% of government services available end-to-end online by 2027.

How many free AI subscriptions does Budget 2027 offer?

Budget 2027 offers 100,000 additional free AI subscriptions for young Malaysians, plus access to more than 16,000 digital courses and certifications. Industry leaders say the real measure is how many people turn these into practical AI skills.

Which Bursa Malaysia stocks are linked to Budget 2027’s AI push?

The Budget names no beneficiaries. Bursa companies already working in the funded areas include Zetrix AI and Datasonic (digital government services), Telekom Malaysia, CelcomDigi, Maxis and OCK (connectivity), and YTL Power, Sunway Construction and Gamuda (data centres).

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