A Conference Shaping the Future of AI and Society

The three-day conference gathered distinguished academics, business leaders, and policymakers to explore how Artificial Intelligence can serve as a driving force for sustainable business growth and social development in Malaysia and beyond. It forms part of the national initiative to position Malaysia as a “Smart Nation,” where AI innovation supports economic and societal transformation. As Chairholder of the RHB-UKM Endowment, Prof. Ringle played an active role across several sessions, highlighting the integration of AI into education, research, and management practice:

• “Education Meets AI” (with Prof. Ulung Datuk Dr. Profesor Shamsul Amri FASc]) — Exploring how AI reshapes learning, teaching, and the future of academic collaboration.
• “Key Elements of Open Science Practices” — Discussing transparency, reproducibility, and data sharing as the foundation for credible and ethical AI research.
• “Publication with Passion: Achieving Success in Peer-Reviewed Journals” — Sharing insights on effective research communication and academic publishing excellence.
• Post-Doctoral Colloquium (with Prof. Ramayah) — Guiding emerging scholars on research strategy, publication pathways, and collaborative opportunities.

Throughout his talks and sessions, Prof. Ringle emphasized how AI empowers both individuals and institutions to make smarter, evidence-based decisions — combining technological advancement with academic integrity and societal responsibility.

Bridging Nations Through Knowledge

As Chairholder of the RHB-UKM Endowment and a long-standing collaborator with UKM, Prof. Ringle strengthens academic bridges between Germany and Malaysia. His role supports joint research, doctoral exchange, and the advancement of open science between TUHH and UKM.

The RHB-UKM Endowment Fund, a partnership between RHB Bank Malaysia and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, promotes research and innovation in areas such as AI, data analytics, digital transformation, and sustainable finance — enabling global collaboration and knowledge sharing. Prof. Ringle’s presence at this prestigious event once again highlights TUHH’s commitment to international cooperation and thought leadership in management, technology, and artificial intelligence. His engagement underscores the MDS Institute’s mission to advance scientific excellence and cross-cultural dialogue at the frontier of digital transformation.