UTM Establishes First Faculty of Artificial Intelligence in Malaysia with Focus on Human Values

UTM Establishes First Faculty of Artificial Intelligence with Focus on Human Values

KUALA LUMPUR: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has made history by establishing the first Faculty of Artificial Intelligence (FAI) in the country, with a strong emphasis on instilling human values in its graduates to ensure ethical use of AI technology.

The vice-chancellor of UTM, Profesor Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Fauzi Ismail, highlighted the importance of integrating ethical values into AI technology to prevent misuse and ensure responsible management. In line with this vision, FAI has received an initial allocation of RM20 million and has appointed AI futurist Zack Kass as FAI Adjunct Professor to contribute his expertise in developing a curriculum that prioritizes human values.

“Ethical values are crucial in the use of technology, as without ethics, it can lead to problems for the country,” said Profesor Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Fauzi Ismail during a press conference at UTM Kuala Lumpur.

The establishment of FAI also marks UTM’s leadership in the Malaysia Artificial Intelligence Consortium, a research program that brings together public universities and key industries to drive technological advancements in various sectors such as manufacturing, health, agriculture, energy, climate change, and economy.

Through this consortium, UTM aims to collaborate with other universities to develop AI technology for the betterment of society and the growth of the country’s economy. Profesor Datuk Ir Dr Ahmad Fauzi Ismail emphasized that this initiative will help produce skilled and competent AI professionals to meet market demands.

With a focus on human values and ethical use of AI technology, UTM’s Faculty of Artificial Intelligence is set to pave the way for a new era of responsible technological innovation in Malaysia.