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Ever asked an AI assistant for the best "char kway teow" in Subang Jaya, only to get a list of restaurants from Singapore? Or tried to dictate a message using a mix of Malay and English, forcing you to rephrase it in perfect, unnatural English? For years, Malaysians have been adapting to global AI. Now, AI is finally adapting to us.
Get ready to meet ILMUchat, Malaysia's first homegrown AI assistant, built from the ground up with our unique culture and language in mind. In a landmark announcement, early access for this groundbreaking tool will begin on a very special date: Malaysia Day, September 16, 2025. This isn't just another tech launch; it's a declaration of Malaysia's arrival on the global AI stage.
What Makes ILMUchat So Special? It's Truly #AILOKAL
While many AI tools can translate Bahasa Melayu, ILMUchat is designed to truly understand what it means to be Malaysian.
It Speaks Our Language (Like, Really Speaks It)
This is ILMUchat’s superpower. It’s engineered to understand the "rojak" nature of Malaysian conversation—the seamless blend of Bahasa Melayu, English, Manglish, and even local dialects like Kelantanese. You can type, speak, or even send an image, and ILMUchat is designed to get the message without you having to code-switch.
It Has Local "Akal" (Contextual Intelligence)
Tired of your AI getting confused by local references? ILMUchat knows that when you mention "Georgetown," you’re talking about the one in Penang, not Washington D.C. This deep local context extends to more complex scenarios. It’s trained on Malaysian data, enabling it to provide relevant and even legally accurate advice based on local laws—a feat global models often struggle with.
Built and Hosted in Malaysia, for Malaysia
In an era of data privacy concerns, ILMUchat offers peace of mind. The entire platform is developed, hosted, and governed locally. Your data is protected under Malaysia's Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), ensuring that your conversations remain secure and private within the country.
The Powerhouse Behind the Chat: What is ILMU?
ILMUchat is the public-facing application powered by ILMU, a revolutionary Malaysian-made large language model (LLM). Launched by YTL AI Labs in collaboration with Universiti Malaya, ILMU is a 100% Malaysian-owned and operated multimodal AI.
It’s not just a local player; it’s a global competitor. On benchmarks for understanding and generating Bahasa Melayu, ILMU has been shown to outperform world-class models like GPT-4o and Llama 3.1. This breakthrough is a testament to the power of training AI on high-quality, local data.
A National Effort: The Big Picture for Malaysian AI
The development of ILMU and ILMUchat is a cornerstone of Malaysia's push for AI sovereignty and technological independence. Unveiled by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the ASEAN AI Malaysia Summit 2025, this initiative is backed by a powerful ecosystem of partners.
Tech giant Nvidia is providing the crucial infrastructure, while early adopters include a who's who of Malaysian industry: Astro, Media Prima, Yes 5G, Aco Tech, Carsome, and Ryt Bank, among others.
To fuel innovation, YTL AI Labs and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) have launched an accelerator program offering businesses up to USD 1 million in free API tokens, encouraging local developers to build new applications on the ILMU platform.
Your Special Invitation: Be a Pioneer for #AILOKAL
This is your special invitation to be part of something truly Malaysian!
We’re excited to invite you to register for exclusive early access to ILMUchat — Malaysia’s first #AILOKAL assistant. Early access begins on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 (Malaysia Day).
ILMUchat is built to:
Understand how Malaysians really speak — from Bahasa to English to rojak slang.
Give answers that are accurate, culturally relevant, and relatable.
Keep your data safe under Malaysia’s PDPA laws.
By registering, you’ll be among the pioneers shaping ILMUchat into a world-class AI — smarter, more helpful, and proudly Malaysian at heart. Every click, every chat, every idea you share helps make ILMUchat better for everyone.
Don’t miss your chance to lead the way.
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