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PUTRAJAYA, 21 MAY 2026 - AwanBiru Technology Berhad (“Awantec” or the “Group”) convened its 15th and 16th Annual General Meetings (AGMs). The event took place at the Putrajaya Marriott Hotel. During the AGM, Awantec showcased its performance for the financial year concluding on 31 December 2025 (FPE2025). The meeting facilitated productive dialogues between shareholders and the Board of Directors. During her presentation, Azizah Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Awantec, outlined the Group's strategy for growth and transformation plan. This plan is centered around four focus areas; Innovative Solutions, Strategic Partnerships, Talent Acquisition, and Targeted Market Segmentation. Azizah Ali said, “2025 was not simply a year of financial recovery. It was the year in which Awantec regained the strategic freedom to invest, scale, and pursue growth from a position of strength. Today, we are able to support customers across the entire value chain—from cloud migration and AI integration to cybersecurity and workforce development.” Awantec has successfully pivoted from consolidation to rapid scaling, establishing itself as an AI-forward digital partner by shifting from legacy operations toward high-value technology and cloud solutions. Driven by new intelligence and cybersecurity practices, the company has secured major digital transformation and AI deployment contracts across government and state agencies. This momentum is evidenced by the Group’s recognition as the 2026 Google Cloud Public Sector Partner of the Year (APAC) and the securing of major AI deployment contracts, including a RM16.4 million project with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE). This operational momentum is backed by a powerful financial recovery and a strengthened balance sheet. Following the decisive resolution of a long-standing legal dispute, Awantec is now entirely debt-free, allowing it to reinvest heavily in R&D and specialised talent while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate governance.

While the pursuit of excellence remains a priority for many organisations, including the public sector, recurring operational friction often slows the pace of progress. In response, Awantec, through our recent immersion initiatives, has partnered with key government agencies to explore workplace "hiccups." Together, we are reimagining operational workflows, evolving fragmented processes into a cohesive digital ecosystem. This article spotlights how systemic hurdles can be transformed through the power of Agentic AI. The Challenge: Identifying the Operational "Hiccups" Providing high-level customer support and maintaining effective communication often becomes overwhelming due to several core operational limitations: Repetitive Tasks: Dealing with a large volume of redundant inquiries and recurring complications. Staff members often find themselves addressing the same questions repeatedly, draining morale and resources. Time Constraints: Manual processes take far too long to complete, throwing employees off their rhythm and affecting overall productivity. Furthermore, reliance on manual data entry increases the likelihood of human error. The Strategic Solution: Implementing Agentic AI Agentic AI plays a pivotal role in tackling these problems by moving beyond simple automation to autonomous problem-solving. Unlike traditional systems, agentic models understand context. This allows them to: Manage Repetitive Tasks: Handling queries and workflows without needing constant human intervention. Alleviate Time Constraints: By taking over laborious processes, Agentic AI ensures that workflows remain streamlined. Refocus Human Talent: Employees are freed from manual data entry and basic support, allowing them to focus on high-value strategic initiatives that require a human touch. Your Agentic AI Journey Starts Here This is just a glimpse of what Agentic AI can offer. At Awantec, we provide comprehensive end-to-end support to help your organisation harness the full potential of autonomous AI systems. Whether you are looking to automate repetitive tasks or eliminate human error in manual processes, our team is ready to guide you through every step of your Agentic AI journey. Ready to streamline your operations? Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my for more information on how we can transform your workflow today.

Agentic AI has emerged as the cornerstone of the modern workplace, shifting the business focus from manual oversight to seamless, goal-oriented achievement. As businesses race to eliminate operational hiccups, a critical question remains: Which specific AI agents are reliable enough for your core operations? The Evolution of Google AI Google’s specialisation in AI technology is beyond doubt. Today, Google's solutions have moved beyond simply prompting for text and visuals. We are moving toward Agentic AI, revolutionising how businesses operate by streamlining and automating entire workflows. Workplace errors lead to complex complications that drain time and resources. Google Cloud comes to the rescue by providing a comprehensive ecosystem for building and deploying reliable Agentic AI. The Google Cloud Agentic Ecosystem Google Cloud offers a range of Agentic AI solutions tailored to your specific pain points: Vertex AI: The ultimate developer platform. Use the Agent Builder toolkit—including a Python SDK and reasoning engines—to build, train, and customise the actual logic of your agents. This is your destination for building brilliant SaaS products. Agent Development Kit (ADK): Google's open-source, code-first framework. The ADK moves AI agents from simple chat interfaces to enterprise-ready systems. When deployed to the Vertex AI Agent Engine, these agents are effectively managed by Google Cloud’s secure service. Gemini Enterprise: An Agentic AI platform that enables autonomous work assistants to reason through complex workflows. Unlike standard chatbots, these agents execute tasks across your business data with enterprise-grade security and auditability. Agentic AI & Google Workspace: Your Digital Teammate While integrated into Google Cloud, Agentic AI maintains a strategic connection with Google Workspace. It doesn't just give you ideas; it does the work for you. It understands your goal and executes tasks across Gmail, Drive, and Calendar while you focus on the big picture. This technology acts as a safeguard against manual errors by utilising intelligent self-correcting logic—resolving discrepancies across applications before they become complications. Begin Your Agentic AI Journey with Awantec Agentic AI represents a fundamental shift in how organisations leverage intelligence. By integrating seamlessly with your existing data, it can proactively manage entire projects—from initial research to final execution and troubleshooting. Discover how Google Cloud can turn your daily operations into a competitive advantage. Let us help you manage the details so you can lead the vision. Unlock the full potential of Agentic AI. Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my today to get started.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a foreign concept; it has become an exceptionally crucial part of life. Over the past several years, AI has transitioned from a niche innovation to a fundamental pillar of human progress, powering the processes that define how we live, work, and connect across the globe. While AI is generally known to be great at generating things like text or images, Agentic AI goes a step further. Understanding Agentic AI Agentic AI is an autonomous system that navigates workflows independently. It can actually think for itself, make a plan, and finish a job from start to finish. Instead of just reacting to prompts, it proactively takes action—and that is a huge deal for the future of technology. Imagine being trapped in a cycle of repetitive work processes: manual data entry, constant switching between tabs, and endless follow-ups. Ultimately, these redundant tasks only serve to create significant operational hurdles. Agentic AI transforms this pain point into flow. By moving beyond simple automation to autonomous reasoning, it streamlines your entire operation, ensuring a smooth, end-to-end journey from the first lead to the final handshake. Key Concepts of Agentic AI Agentic AI stands on five key concepts that allow it to complete end-to-end workflows autonomously. This architecture shifts the focus from simple content generation to goal-oriented autonomy, where the system functions as a digital teammate rather than just a tool. Perception The AI scans its environment—gathering data from sensors, files, or databases, to understand what’s happening right now. Reasoning The AI uses its brain to process that data, figure out what’s important, and decide how to handle the situation. Planning The AI sets a goal and creates a step-by-step to-do list to reach it without needing constant human guidance. Action The AI carries out the steps, interacting with other software or systems to complete the actual work. Reflection The AI reviews its performance to see what worked and what did not, to get smarter for the next time. Generative AI vs Agentic AI Society has become deeply accustomed to the capabilities of Generative AI, which is designed to synthesise original content like text, images, or video. But what truly differentiates Agentic AI? Feature Generative AI (The Thinker) Agentic AI (The Doer) Interaction Reactive: Waits for your instructions and responds Proactive: Takes initiative and works towards a goal Process Single-step: Handles one task at a time Multi-step: Plans and completes multiple steps automatically Connection Isolated: Works on its own (like in a chat) Integrated: Connects with systems, apps, and databases Output Content: Creates content (text, images, code) Outcome: Delivers results (completed tasks, solved requests) Automate the Complex Your work should not be a headache, but rather a stepping stone to your next great opportunity. Experience the future of workplace automation with Agentic AI on Google Cloud, the technology designed to fundamentally transform how you operate. Ready to transform your workflow? Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my to experience the best of AI.

Cyberjaya, April 21, 2026 - Awantec Systems Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of AwanBiru Technology Berhad (Awantec) announced today that it has received the 2026 Google Cloud Public Sector Partner of the Year – APAC award. Awantec is being recognised for their achievements in the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers accelerate their digital transformation journeys while ensuring secure, scalable, and data-driven governance. “The Google Cloud Partner Awards honor the strategic innovation and measurable value our partners bring to customers,” said Kevin Ichhpurani, President, Global Partner Ecosystem and Channels, Google Cloud. “We are proud to name Awantec a 2026 Google Cloud Partner Award winner, celebrating their role in driving customer success over the last year.” Driven by a commitment to client success, Awantec consistently accelerates project lifecycles by maximizing digital adoption and user satisfaction. To facilitate a seamless transition for organizations new to the Cloud ecosystem, Awantec provides dedicated, hands-on support teams. This tailored guidance empowers every user to navigate their new systems with absolute confidence and capability. "As a Google Cloud premier partner, Awantec is rapidly accelerating its technological initiatives across AI, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Managed Services. We have the deep technical capabilities required to transform the customer experience completely," said Azizah Binti Ali, CEO of Awantec. "We have initiated comprehensive digital training across our teams, with 54 employees recently gaining professional certifications in Google Cloud, Workspace, AI, and Chrome. The Group continues to actively collaborate with government agencies to drive digital innovation through our Generative AI adoption and Agentic AI Immersion programs. These initiatives are designed to expedite the integration of Agentic AI and advanced cloud technologies within the public sector, firmly positioning Awantec as a key enabler of the nation’s digital transformation agenda." Cementing its leadership in the public sector, Awantec recently achieved a key milestone with the extension of its role as the Managed Service Provider (MSP) for Google Cloud to the Malaysian Government under the Cloud Framework Agreement (CFA). This continued trust underscores the company’s pivotal role in shaping the nation's digital future.

In the traditional Malaysian classroom, "digital learning" has long been synonymous with static PDFs, PowerPoint slides, or one-way video lectures. However, Gemini Pro 1.5 is shattering this ceiling through its groundbreaking multimodal reasoning. Unlike previous generations of AI that primarily processed text, Gemini Pro is designed to "see," "hear," and "understand" across different formats simultaneously. For a Biology teacher in a rural school in Sarawak, this technology is transformative. Imagine uploading a five-minute video of a local mangrove ecosystem and asking the AI to instantly generate a bilingual (Bahasa Melayu and English) interactive quiz based specifically on the flora and fauna captured in that footage. This level of localisation ensures that students are learning from their immediate environment, making science more relatable and engaging. Example in Geography : A teacher can upload a satellite image of the Klang Valley’s urban sprawl and ask Gemini to identify patterns of land use or potential flood risks. Instead of just describing urbanisation, students can prompt the AI to "Identify three areas with high concrete density and suggest where green lungs could be added to mitigate the heat island effect," turning a passive lecture into an active urban planning simulation. This capability is further amplified by the Gemini 1.5 Pro Long Context Window , which can process up to 2 million tokens in a single prompt. To put this into perspective, an educator could upload the entire Kurikulum Standard Sekolah Menengah (KSSM) handbook, several years of past SPM examination papers, and three different 500-page textbooks all at once. Gemini Pro then acts as a specialised pedagogical consultant. It can analyse these hundreds of pages of reference material to ensure that every lesson plan, worksheet, and assessment is 100% aligned with national standards. This eliminates the risk of "curriculum drift" of manual review. Ready to transform your classroom with the power of multimodality? Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my to start the conversation and find out how we can help your institution lead the AI revolution.

Malaysia’s national goal to achieve a 60:40 STEM-to-Arts ratio is an ambitious pillar of our path toward a high-income nation. However, achieving this requires more than just a revised curriculum; it requires personalised, high-level support for every student. Gemini Pro 1.5 Pro serves as that support system, a 24/7 technical mentor for both students and teachers. For a Form 5 student struggling with the complexities of Physics, Gemini doesn't simply provide a shortcut to the answer. Instead, it can analyse a photo of a student’s handwritten calculation, identify exactly where a formula was misapplied, and explain the correction using local contexts, such as the aerodynamics of a Wau Bulan or the buoyancy of a traditional sampan. Example in Physics:  A student might upload their working for a question on Newton's Second Law. Gemini can respond: "I see you used $F = ma$ correctly, but your value for $a$ is negative because you forgot to account for friction on the asphalt. In a Malaysian context, think of how a car slows down on a rainy Federal Highway versus a dry one, friction changes based on the surface." For Computer Science educators, Gemini’s sophisticated coding capabilities are a monumental game-changer.  Instant Debugging :The model’s advanced reasoning allows it to debug complex Python, Java, or C++ code while explaining the underlying logic step-by-step.  Batch analysis:  With its massive context window, a teacher can upload a whole semester’s worth of student coding projects. Gemini can then analyse the entire batch to identify common logic errors or "code smells" that the class is struggling with. This allows the teacher to provide targeted "Just-in-Time" interventions, Empower your STEM educators with the world's most advanced AI co-pilot. Reach out to Awantec at sales@awantec.my to explore our tailored deployment packages for learning institutions.

As AI becomes a staple in Malaysian staffrooms, the conversation has shifted from "if" we should use it to "how" we use it responsibly. Awantec is leading this charge by championing the " Human-in-the-Loop " philosophy. Our core belief is that AI should never replace the teacher; rather, it should act as a force multiplier for their unique human creativity and empathy. Gemini Pro is built with this ethical framework at its core, featuring robust safety filters that align with the Malaysian government’s AI guidelines. This ensures that all generated content is culturally sensitive, age-appropriate, and safe for minors within the Malaysian school system. Example in English Literature:  When studying a classic like The Merchant of Venice, a teacher can prompt Gemini: "Generate a debate between Shylock and Antonio but set the scene in a modern-day Pasar Malam in Melaka." This allows students to critique the AI's understanding of both Shakespearean themes and local cultural nuances, checking if the AI accurately captures the "suasana" (atmosphere) of a Malaysian market. A key pillar of Malaysia's "Digital Education Policy" is the development of AI Literacy. We are moving past the era of simply using tools; we are now teaching students to understand them. Malaysian educators are using the tendency for models to occasionally present false information as fact. By encouraging students to cross-reference AI-generated claims with trusted primary sources, teachers are fostering a higher level of information literacy and critical thinking. In the English or BM classroom, the "Help me write" feature in Google Docs is used not as a shortcut for plagiarism, but as a brainstorming partner that helps students overcome "writer's block" and explore more complex sentence structures. Join the movement toward a future-ready, ethical education system. Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my to find out how we can support your journey into the digital frontier.

The Malaysian educational landscape is currently witnessing a historic bridge being built between tertiary innovation and primary/secondary success. In a landmark initiative, the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) partnered with Awantec to equip public universities (IPTAs) across the nation with Gemini for Google Workspace and NotebookLM. While these tools were initially intended to revolutionise academic research and administrative efficiency at the university level, the most profound impact is being felt in the training and deployment of the next generation of K-12 educators. The Institution:  A premier Malaysian Teacher Training Institute (IPG) focused on digital pedagogy. The Implementation:  Trainee teachers were tasked with using Gemini Pro’s long-context capabilities to synthesise decades of academic pedagogical research. Using NotebookLM, they uploaded vast libraries of teaching journals and child psychology papers to create "AI-Powered Lesson Kits." These kits were designed to be interactive, allowing trainee teachers to "chat" with their research sources to find the best strategies for teaching inclusive classes. The Benefit to K-12:  When these trainees entered schools for their practicum, they brought a new level of "Differentiated Instruction." For an English Literature lesson, a trainee teacher used Gemini to generate three different versions of the same text: an advanced version for high-flyers, an intermediate version, and a version with integrated Bahasa Melayu translations and simplified vocabulary for struggling students. What used to take a teacher hours of manual drafting was accomplished in under 60 seconds. This "trickle-down" effect ensures that the significant AI investment in our higher education sector directly enriches the K-12 landscape. It proves that AI is not just for the lab; it is the engine producing the future-ready mentors our children need today. Is your institution ready to bridge the gap between innovation and the classroom? Contact Awantec today at sales@awantec.my to learn more about our MOE-aligned AI solutions.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, both educators and students are increasingly overwhelmed by the sheer volume of academic data, from complex curriculum standards to exhaustive research libraries. To address these challenges, a leading Malaysian institution recently integrated NotebookLM into its academic and administrative workflows, demonstrating how AI can serve as a sophisticated "thinking partner" rather than just a simple chatbot. The Challenge: Manual Mapping and Information Overload The institution faced two primary hurdles. First, the Faculty of Computing struggled with the manual, time-consuming process of curriculum review. Mapping Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) against specific course syllabi to meet accreditation standards often required weeks of meticulous cross-referencing. Second, students and researchers were finding it difficult to synthesize decades of peer-reviewed research, often getting "bogged down" in details rather than grasping core conceptual gaps. The Solution: AI-Powered Research & Analysis By adopting NotebookLM, the institution transformed these workflows. Faculty members utilised the tool as a Curriculum Development Specialist. By uploading program documents and syllabi, they generated comprehensive alignment matrices in seconds. The AI mapped where specific outcomes were taught, practiced, and assessed, ensuring that accreditation requirements were met with surgical precision and significantly reducing administrative burden. For researchers and educators in the Faculty of Education, the tool acted as a Scaffolding Assistant. They used it to collate a decade’s worth of research on technology integration, automatically generating subtopic-organized findings and even audio overviews. This allowed for a multi-modal approach to learning, where students could listen to research summaries and dive into AI-cited APA references for deeper study. Student Impact: The Personal Study Assistant The impact was most visible among undergraduate students. Students in the Faculty of Agriculture adopted NotebookLM as a Personal Study Assistant for self-directed learning. They used the tool to: Create personalised knowledge bases for every lecture. Generate quick summaries of long, technical readings to grasp main ideas faster. Develop custom study guides and sample quiz questions based directly on their specific course materials. A Smarter Way Forward The results of this implementation were clear: increased familiarity, higher confidence in AI tools, and a significant reduction in the time required for both academic administration and student revision. This case study proves that when AI is grounded in an institution’s own verified data, it becomes an invaluable asset for academic excellence. Is your organisation ready to harness the power of AI-driven knowledge management? At Awantec, we specialise in helping institutions navigate the digital frontier. Whether you are looking to streamline your curriculum or empower your workforce with generative AI, the time to act is now. Contact Awantec at sales@awantec.my today to start the conversation and see how we can transform your digital strategy.

In the pursuit of digital excellence, Malaysian public sector organisations must distinguish between consumer-grade AI tools and enterprise-ready platforms. While the free and pro versions of AI applications offer significant individual utility, they often lack the governance, security, and scalability required for institutional deployment. For government agencies and statutory bodies, the transition to NotebookLM Enterprise is a strategic necessity to ensure data integrity and compliance with national cybersecurity standards. The primary differentiator lies in the Security and Privacy Framework. In personal or "Pro" tiers, data usage policies may allow for information to be utilised in training public models, a risk that is untenable for confidential government data. NotebookLM Enterprise, however, operates within a "Digital Vault" environment. Your data remains isolated within your organisation’s Google Cloud perimeter. It is never used to train global models, ensuring that your intellectual property and sensitive policy drafts remain strictly confidential. Technical Comparison and Capacity Upgrades To assist procurement and IT decision-makers, the following comparison highlights the operational advantages of the Enterprise tier: Capability NotebookLM (Free) NotebookLM Enterprise Data Usage Subject to standard consumer terms Zero model training on user data Source Limit Limited capacity (Up to 50 sources) High-scale (Up to 300+ sources) Access Control Personal Google Accounts Corporate SSO & IAM Integration Security Protocol Standard Encryption VPC-SC & Enterprise-Grade Compliance File Interoperability Primarily PDF and Text Adds .PPTX and .XLSX support Scalability for Large-Scale Governance NotebookLM Enterprise is built for complexity. Where personal tiers are limited in the volume of data they can process, the Enterprise version allows a single notebook to synthesise up to 300 distinct sources. This capability is critical for cross-departmental projects where officials must reconcile data from diverse formats, including financial spreadsheets (Excel) and strategy decks (PowerPoint), into a single, unified source of truth. Furthermore, the Enterprise version integrates seamlessly with existing organisational identity management systems. This ensures that access is strictly regulated via Single Sign-On (SSO), allowing IT administrators to manage permissions and revoke access instantly if a personnel change occurs, thereby maintaining a robust security posture. For the public sector, the choice of AI platform is a choice between mere experimentation and professional-grade implementation. NotebookLM Enterprise provides the necessary safeguards to protect Malaysia’s institutional knowledge while maximising the efficiency of our civil service. Awantec is prepared to assist your organisation in migrating from fragmented AI usage to a secure, enterprise-wide strategy. Ensure your department’s data is protected by contacting our consultants at sales@awantec.my to discuss our Enterprise licensing and security frameworks.

As we commence the 2026 fiscal year, the Malaysian public sector continues to prioritise digital resilience and operational excellence. For government agencies and statutory bodies, the primary challenge has transitioned from digital adoption to the efficient management of institutional knowledge. To address this, Awantec is proud to introduce NotebookLM Enterprise, a sophisticated AI-powered research and synthesis tool designed to convert vast departmental data into actionable strategic intelligence. Unlike consumer-grade AI models that rely on broad, unverified internet data, NotebookLM Enterprise is engineered as a "source-grounded" assistant. This architecture ensures that the AI’s outputs are strictly confined to the authoritative documents provided by your organisation such as parliamentary records, legal statutes, and internal SOPs. By eliminating the risk of "hallucinations" common in public AI models, NotebookLM Enterprise provides a secure, reliable foundation for high-stakes decision-making. Key Features Engineered for Enterprise Performance: To help organisations distinguish between standard tools and professional-grade solutions, NotebookLM Enterprise offers a robust suite of features designed for the complexities of the public sector: Unrivaled Source Capacity:  The Enterprise version supports up to 300 sources per notebook, with each source capable of containing up to 500,000 words. This allows for the synthesis of massive datasets, such as decade-long policy archives or multi-agency reports. Expanded File Compatibility:  Beyond standard PDFs and text files, Enterprise users can ingest Microsoft PowerPoint (PPTX) and Excel (XLSX) files. This enables the AI to analyze complex budgetary figures and presentation data with professional precision. Verification Through Citations:  Transparency is a cornerstone of public service. Every response generated by the AI includes direct, clickable citations to the source material, allowing officials to verify the provenance of information instantly. Advanced Audio Overviews: Complex, long-form reports can be transformed into professional audio discussions. This feature allows senior leadership to digest critical briefings efficiently, facilitating better-informed governance. Data Sovereignty and Security:  Within the Enterprise environment, all data remains isolated. Your institutional knowledge is never used to train public models, and the platform adheres to Google Cloud’s most stringent security protocols, including VPC-SC and robust IAM controls. By integrating NotebookLM Enterprise, agencies can significantly reduce the time spent on manual document review, allowing civil servants to focus on strategic execution and public service delivery. Is your organisation ready to redefine its productivity benchmarks? We invite you to explore how NotebookLM Enterprise can be tailored to your specific departmental needs. Contact the Awantec consulting team today at sales@awantec.my to schedule a professional demonstration or to begin your pilot program.