KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 -- Malaysia's push to strengthen artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities across industries is highlighting a growing need for specialised digital talent, amid a demand for structured education and international Artificial Intelligence (AI) training.

As this demand accelerates globally, universities are expanding specialised AI programmes to keep pace with evolving workforce requirements. Among them, the University of Bristol, named the United Kingdom's "AI University of the Year" at the National AI Awards 2024, is broadening its postgraduate offerings across engineering, business and healthcare disciplines.

The development comes as Malaysia enters the first phase of its National AI Technology Action Plan 2026-2030...