The launch, held in conjunction with PIKOM’s 40th anniversary, featured the diversity of today’s digital economy, including advancements in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud and data infrastructure, ESG-driven innovation, and sector-wide digital transformation.
Now firmly established as a premier platform recognising digital innovation, the Awards continued to gain momentum, with 33 winners in 2024 and 52 winners in 2025, signalling the growing depth and maturity of Malaysia’s technology ecosystem.
“As the digital landscape evolves, so must the way we recognise excellence. The Awards this year are more inclusive and forward-looking, capturing innovation that delivers real impact across industries,” said Adjunct Practice Professor Alex Liew, Chairman of PIKOM.
The Awards were evaluated by a panel of distinguished judges, carefully selected to ensure an impartial, rigorous, and merit-based assessment process.
The Awards have demonstrated strong international standing, with past winners going on to receive recognition at global platforms such as World Innovation, Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) Global Innovation and Tech Excellence Awards, Asian-Oceanian Computing Industry Organisation (ASOCIO) Awards and Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards, reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a competitive digital hub.
While several companies have consistently emerged as winners across recent editions, PIKOM emphasised that new challengers were strongly encouraged to participate, reflecting the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the industry. To broaden participation nationwide, PIKOM organised roadshows in Penang, Johor, Kota Kinabalu, and Kuching, aimed at uncovering innovation from across Malaysia.
(Front row from left) Ong Kian Yew-PIKOM CEO, Rep from ESGAM, Sunway Resorts, SME Association, APP Alex Liew-PIKOM Chairman, Rep from Media Prima, Alex Loh-PIKOM Deputy Chairman, Rep from Iskandar Investment Berhad, Russel Bedford, MRCA, MBAM
As global trends accelerated, from enterprise AI adoption to heightened focus on cybersecurity resilience and digital trust, PDEA 2026 sought to recognise organisations that are not only adapting, but leading transformation. Nominations closed on 12 June 2026, with winners announced at the Awards Gala Dinner on 10 September 2026.
