Who we are
This community focuses on the integration of governance and economic strategies to support sustainable growth within smart cities. By developing smart policies, promoting urban leadership, and fostering innovation through emerging technologies like blockchain and fintech, this community helps shape the future of urban governance and commerce.
Key Areas of Focus:
- Smart City Policy and Regulation
- Leadership in Urban Innovation
- E-payment and FinTech Services
- Blockchain Applications
- Smart Tourism and Commerce
SCALe Partners in KIC Smart Governance and Economics:
- Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Malaysia
- Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Malaysia
- National University of Battambang (NUBB), Cambodia
- Phnom Penh International University (PPIU), Cambodia
- National University of Management (NUM), Cambodia
SCALe ASEAN Partners
To date, we have received a number of collaborators to be part of this community. They are business, government agencies and NGOs.
Activity
Empowering B40 Women Entrepreneurs through KIC Smart Governance and Economics Initiatives
In the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur, a unique group of women gathered to share their stories, challenges, and aspirations. These women, hailing from the B40 community—representing the bottom 40% income group in Malaysia—are entrepreneurs striving to break free from economic limitations. The engagement session, led by the UTM Knowledge Innovation Community (KIC) team, was part of a larger effort to support B40 women entrepreneurs through the Smart Governance and Economics Initiatives.
UTM Signs LOIs with Traintribute PTL and AdamHawa Malabis Gallery: Partnerships in SCALe KIC Smart Governance and Economics
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has taken a significant step in advancing its collaboration within the SCALe Knowledge Innovation Community (KIC) Smart Governance and Economics by signing Letters of Intent (LOIs) with two industry partners—Traintribute PTL and AdamHawa Malabis Gallery. These partnerships are designed to strengthen UTM's role in promoting industry-driven training consultation and entrepreneurship, aligning with the KIC’s goals of fostering innovation and sustainable economic growth.