Malaysia must embark on a digital transformation within its economic and financial sectors, prioritising areas such as blockchain and cryptocurrency to remain at the forefront of the digital age, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

Speaking at a press conference at the conclusion of his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday, Anwar stressed that digital transformation encompasses more than just data centres and artificial intelligence (AI).

“We are confronted with numerous challenges and shifts. We must move away from outdated business models and the...