What must participants do to get free AI tools?

They must complete and pass all six designated modules on the Rakyat Digital portal. Those who do receive a free three-month subscription to selected AI applications and software.

Which AI tools are on offer?

The first tools are IlmuChat from YTL AI Labs, Wonderclip and MuleRun from Alibaba, and Gemini Enterprise from Google. The ministry said more software and tools will be added in phases.

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AI for the People youths must pass six modules to get free AI tools, ministry says

The Digital Ministry says participants in AI for the People must complete and pass six modules to receive a free three-month subscription to selected AI applications. According to Malay Mail, the programme targets 100,000 Malaysians aged 18 to 30 until 2027 and starts in phases through the Rakyat Digital portal.

Key points

The modules cover AI Nation 2030: The Madani Approach, CYBERSAFE for the People, Generative AI, AI Security, Agentic AI for All and Cloud for the People.
Initial tools are IlmuChat from YTL AI Labs, Wonderclip and MuleRun from Alibaba, and Gemini Enterprise from Google.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the programme as one of six initiatives for youths in his 2026 National Day address.

Why it matters for Malaysia

Tying free tools to compulsory learning, including on security, tries to build skills and not just hand out subscriptions. The mix of local and foreign providers also gives a young audience early exposure to a homegrown option.

Questions answered

What must participants do to get free AI tools?: They must complete and pass all six designated modules on the Rakyat Digital portal. Those who do receive a free three-month subscription to selected AI applications and software.
Which AI tools are on offer?: The first tools are IlmuChat from YTL AI Labs, Wonderclip and MuleRun from Alibaba, and Gemini Enterprise from Google. The ministry said more software and tools will be added in phases.

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