

Leadership Circle Dinner
AI Leadership Circle Dinner Kuala Lumpur
Date: October 2026 (To Be Confirmed)
Venue: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (To Be Confirmed)
Please note: This gathering may be hosted alongside a partner event or moved to a later date depending on scheduling and community commitments. The organising team will contact applicants before confirming attendance.
An Exclusive Gathering for AI Leaders in Malaysia
The AI Leadership Circle Dinner is a private gathering designed for AI founders, executives, researchers, investors, policymakers, ecosystem builders, and thought leaders shaping the future of artificial intelligence in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
As AI adoption accelerates across enterprises, startups, governments, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and educational organisations, the need for meaningful collaboration has never been greater.
This invitation-only dinner creates a space for open conversations about AI strategy, enterprise AI implementation, AI governance, responsible AI, generative AI adoption, and the future direction of the Malaysian AI ecosystem.
The evening brings together the people building, funding, governing, and deploying AI technologies across the region.
Why Attend
AI Strategy & Ecosystem Alignment
Discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping artificial intelligence adoption across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
High Value AI Networking
Connect with AI founders, technology leaders, investors, enterprise decision makers, policymakers, and community builders driving real world AI implementation.
AI Collaboration Opportunities
Explore partnerships, initiatives, investment opportunities, research collaborations, and community projects that strengthen the regional AI ecosystem.
Knowledge Sharing
Exchange insights on AI transformation, AI governance frameworks, enterprise deployment lessons, emerging technologies, and practical implementation strategies.
Discussion Themes
Artificial Intelligence in Malaysia
Enterprise AI Adoption
Generative AI Strategy
AI Governance and Responsible AI
AI for SMEs and Mid Market Organisations
AI Startups and Venture Capital
AI Talent Development
AI Policy and Regulation
AI Infrastructure and Innovation
Cross Border AI Collaboration Across Southeast Asia
Before You Attend
Contribute to the Ecosystem
Consider one capability, network, expertise area, partnership opportunity, or initiative that you can contribute to the broader AI community.
Bring Practical Opportunities
Come prepared to discuss projects, partnerships, pilot programs, investment opportunities, research initiatives, or community collaborations that can move the ecosystem forward.
Celebrating Six Months of The AI Collective in Kuala Lumpur
Over the past six months, The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur has evolved into one of the most active artificial intelligence communities in Malaysia, supporting conversations around AI adoption, AI education, AI leadership, AI entrepreneurship, and responsible innovation.
Highlights include:
Humans in AI Week
Supported global participation in Humans in AI Week, contributing to a worldwide movement involving thousands of participants and generating significant international visibility for AI community initiatives.
Find Work Fast: From Uncertainty to Opportunity
Hosted a career focused event helping professionals navigate workforce transformation, career transitions, and the impact of artificial intelligence on employment.
Expansion into Penang
Extended community activities into Penang through participation in the Penang Digitalisation AI Conference & Exhibition and ongoing support of regional innovation initiatives.
World AI Show Malaysia 2026
Proud Association Partner of World AI Show Malaysia 2026, one of Southeast Asia's leading conferences focused on artificial intelligence, enterprise transformation, innovation, and emerging technologies.
AI Ecosystem Recognition
Co-Lead Jean Ng was appointed AI Ecosystem Ambassador for the Penang Digitalisation AI Conference & Exhibition, recognising her contribution to Malaysia's growing AI ecosystem.
AI Malaysia Takeover 2026
Co Lead Firuz Alimov participated as a panel speaker discussing practical AI implementation for SMEs under the theme:
"SMEs Don't Need AI Magic. They Need AI That Works."
AI & Cybersecurity Forum 2026
Co Lead Firuz Alimov spoke at MITEC Kuala Lumpur on the convergence of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, joining industry leaders exploring emerging risks and opportunities.
World AI Show Malaysia 2026
On 10 September 2026, Firuz Alimov moderated discussion on:
AI for Customer Experience, Digital Services and Intelligent Engagement
Panel participants include leaders from enterprise technology, retail innovation, digital products, and AI driven customer engagement.
2nd Chief Digital & Data Officer Malaysia Summit
Main sponsor: IBM
23rd September 2026
Keynote Speaker: Firuz Alimov
Topic: "Stop Asking 'Is AI Safe?' Ask 'What Did Your Employee Just Upload?'"
ICGLOBDE 2026
29th - 30th September 2026. Organised by UKM, supported by MDEC.
Academic and Research Partnerships
Supporting partner of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) for ICGLOBDE 2026, strengthening connections between academia, industry, and AI innovation. We are the supporting partner for this event.
5th Reimagined Finance 2026
15th October 2026. The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur is approved as a Supporting Partner for 5th Finance ReImagined Malaysia 2026 organised by DigitalCFO Asia.
Finweek KL 2026 | Founding Edition
11-12 November 2026. The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur is confirmed as a Community Partner.
GBS Global Summit 2026
18th November 2026. The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur is confirmed as a Networking and Collaborative Partner.
aiSEAN 2026
7-9 December 2026. The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur is confirmed as a Supporting Partner.
Application Process
Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain meaningful discussion and high quality interactions.
Applications are reviewed individually, and acceptance is based on capacity, alignment, and diversity of perspectives across the artificial intelligence ecosystem.
If you are not selected for this gathering, we encourage you to apply for future events and continue engaging with the broader AI community in Malaysia.
The AI Collective is a global non-profit building the human layer for the AI era. We unite 260,000+ leaders, builders, and stakeholders across 200+ forums worldwide to democratize the frontier, build trust, and coordinate how society navigates the rapid acceleration of technological progress.
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