Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Smart Nation Expo 2026

Hosted by The AI Collective + Jean Ng + FIRUZ ALIMOV + Adele Lim

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What to look forward to

Smart Nation Expo 2026 will bring together 7,000+ trade attendees, 200+ global brands, and public- and private-sector leaders to advance AI adoption, smart infrastructure, digital finance, mobility, and sustainable cities. Across 40+ expert sessions and dedicated technology pavilions, policymakers, founders, engineers, and industry specialists will explore practical deployment and responsible AI governance.

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Smart Nation Expo 2026

Hosted by: Smart Nation Expo 2026

Supporting Partner: The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur

📅 Date: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026 – Thursday, Nov 19, 2026

⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM MYT

📍 Location: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur

Theme: Driving Digitalisation Towards a Smart Economy

About This Event

Step directly into the future with Smart Nation Expo 2026, Malaysia’s premier digital adoption engine and Southeast Asia’s centerpiece platform for urban transformation, AI adoption, and smart city infrastructure.

The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur is proud to join as an official supporting partner to bridge human-centric artificial intelligence, agentic governance, and real-world urban deployment.

Co-located with Data Center Asia Malaysia, this 3-day procurement-ready marketplace unites municipal leaders, enterprise innovators, startups, and tech pioneers across three critical tracks:

  • Infrastructure & Connectivity: High-speed 5G/6G architecture, IoT telemetry, hyper-scale data centers, and PropTech.
  • Fintech & Digital Economy: GovTech citizen services, cross-border digital payment rails, and AI-driven public systems.
  • Mobility & Energy Corridors: Intelligent transit systems (ITS), EV networks, and microgrids driving net-zero urban goals.

Whether you build models, scale data infrastructure, deploy IoT systems, or steer smart city policy, this is where high-level vision meets concrete implementation.

What to Expect

  • 7,000+ Trade Attendees & 200+ Global Brands: Network with international founders, investors, and policymakers shaping ASEAN's digital landscape.
  • 40+ Expert Summits & Panels: Deep-dive discussions on AI governance, smart infrastructure, and urban sustainability.
  • Dedicated Pavilions: Explore curated spaces with key partners including MyDIGITAL, SIRIM Berhad, MyIoTA, and MPA.
  • AI Collective Community Focus: Engage in high-impact networking sessions hosted by line leaders, founders, and engineers advancing responsible AI across Southeast Asia.

Registration & Access

Smart Nation Expo is strictly open to trade professionals from the industry and invited guests only. Trade buyers can pre-register online, then bring along the QR code and print the pass at the self-printing kiosk.

Visitor badges are non-transferable for security reasons.

The organisers have the right to refuse entry or reject your registration if your profile information does not sufficiently describe you as a trade industry professional relevant to the Smart Nation Expo.

👉 Reserve your spot today: https://www.smartnationexpo.org/

The AI Collective is a global non-profit building the human layer for the AI era. We unite 500,000+ leaders, builders, and stakeholders across 300+ forums worldwide to democratize the frontier, build trust, and coordinate how society navigates the rapid acceleration of technological progress.

All attendees and organisers at events affiliated with The AI Collective agree to our [privacy policy](https://www.aicollective.com/files/Data%20Privacy%20and%20Use%20Policy%20~%20The%20AI%20Collective.pdf) and are subject to our [code of conduct](https://www.aicollective.com/files/Code%20of%20Conduct%20~%20The%20AI%20Collective.pdf).

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