When someone mentions Cyberjaya, many automatically equate it to technology and digital. This is because its origins date back to the nation’s Multimedia Super Corridor (MSC) initiative in 1997. This ambitious project is aimed at creating a high-tech environment to attract global tech giants, foster groundbreaking innovation and stimulate foreign direct investment (FDI).

Today, Cyberjaya has solidified its position as Malaysia’s leading tech hub. It boasts a vibrant ecosystem comprising tech start-ups, multinational corporations, renowned research institutions and world-class educational centres. The city has emerged as the cradle of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, fintech and smart city solutions.

These are further solidified by the slew of technology FDIs pouring into the country and data centres racing to plant themselves in the city, further solidifying its status as a preferred destination for tech companies.

At the heart of Cyberjaya’s transformation lies Cyberview Sdn Bhd, a dynamic tech hub developer. The landowner of Cyberjaya, Cyberview was entrusted in 2019 with the mission to revitalise the city through a new master plan. This plan is focused on building capacity in emerging technologies, research and development (R&D) and commercialisation and innovation (C&I), particularly in the areas of smart mobility, smart healthcare and digital creative.

Cyberview’s strategic initiatives have been instrumental in shaping Cyberjaya into a vibrant tech hub. The company also spearheads the development of a thriving tech ecosystem, creating a conducive environment for businesses to grow in Cyberjaya.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups now enjoy the robust infrastructure, incentives and programmes provided. To help these companies ease into the city, Cyberview offers soft landing zone packages, including rental-free co-working spaces and programmes, as well as facilitation and services at the Cyberjaya Investment & Services Centre.

Nurturing the next generation of leaders

Cyberview’s grand plan of fostering tech start-ups and SMEs includes establishing the Cyberview Living Lab programme. Through this suite of initiatives that cuts across key value chains including Talent, Accelerator, Pilot and Enterprise, Cyberjaya offers tech entrepreneurs a home base to kickstart and boost their innovative solutions.

For instance, the Cyberview Living Lab Accelerator (CLLA) programme was developed to identify, enhance and encourage the growth of talent, accelerating them through mentorship while providing a platform for the companies to test and validate their products and solutions prior to commercialisation.

The CLLA programme has nurtured over 120 start-ups, raised more than RM263 million in investments and generated more than RM837 million in revenue. Each cohort is carefully selected, comprising high-potential start-ups with disruptive ideas across various sectors, including fintech, edtech and cleantech.

The programme also comes with invaluable one-on-one mentorship, networking opportunities, customised training, funding access to investors, industry partners, corporates, as well as free workspace and market access.

As a testament, Tigasfera Greentech Sdn Bhd and Tenaga Alam Sekitar Kita (M) Sdn Bhd, known as TEASK, whereby both companies are part of the Cyberview Living Lab Pilot programme, share how Cyberview has helped them upscale their business through strong support and unlimited opportunities.

“I feel that Cyberview has been helping us and they have a balanced structure. For example, apart from providing mentorship, they also offer incentives for interns, so that we can have interns to help us out,” says Tigasfera CEO Yusof Faizal Amin. “These offerings are very useful for start-ups and ventures as these reduce costs on our end while we invest in developing our projects.”

Tigasfera is a pioneering company that offers innovative on-site waste conversion solutions. Their groundbreaking portable waste-to-value compact solution can effectively transform a wide range of waste materials, including biomass, food scraps, paper, plastics, rubber and fabrics into valuable by-products.

These by-products encompass electricity, solid carbon (biochar), industrial gases and waste, providing businesses and organisations with a sustainable and profitable way to manage their waste.

By adopting Tigasfera’s technology, businesses can significantly reduce their carbon footprint while generating additional revenue streams.

Furthermore, the company actively engages in aggregating the downstream by-product value chain. This involves supplying biochar-enhanced fertilisers and renewable electricity for localised use and as carbon credits. Yusof believes that this comprehensive approach not only minimises waste but also contributes to a more sustainable future.

TEASK’s co-founder, James Tan, on the other hand, highlights the numerous advantages gained through their partnership with Cyberview that stretch beyond the provision of office and workspace facilities, and incentives on internship, as the company also benefits significantly from mentorships offered by Cyberview’s experienced mentors.

“In this journey, not many people will spend time and interact with you. [But] at Cyberview, they spend time interacting with you. And as a Malaysian start-up, this is a very local journey, it is difficult when there is no proper guidance. Cyberview staff have not only been there as mentors, but are there to motivate as well. They just keep telling you to go forward. You know, that is something that I would say both of us are very thankful to the Cyberview team for,” he adds.

TEASK, a Malaysia-based renewable energy company founded in 2022, is dedicated to providing clean and sustainable energy solutions to the nation. The company specialises in the development and installation of solar energy systems and hydro-powered generators. A unique focus of TEASK is the creation of innovative movable solar energy stations designed specifically for electric vehicles (EVs).

TEASK’s movable energy station offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution by combining solar energy generation, advanced energy storage and EV charging capabilities, particularly for two-wheeled electric vehicles.

As for Tigasfera, Cyberview is actively supporting Tigasfera’s efforts to implement a waste collection pilot project in Cyberjaya. This initiative leverages Tigasfera’s Integrated Circular and Renewable Energy (i-CARE) Hub Pilot Site located at Bukit Damar, Cyberjaya, to transform waste into valuable energy.

The six-month pilot trial commenced in May and is targeted to be completed by year end. In this project, Cyberview’s area of support will be on the collection of waste material for feedstock, connection and facilitation with Majlis Perbandaran Sepang (MPSP) and other relevant authorities.

Tigasfera’s first integrated containerised solution, the EcoSfera 1.0, is currently in the R&D phase. This compact Waste-to-Energy containerised box is designed to be deployed at customers’ sites and remote locations, enabling on-site waste conversion and energy generation. The company is actively conducting a proof of concept (POC) to validate the technology and its potential applications.

Yusof says the company also plans to expand its business operations office in Cyberjaya by the third or fourth quarter of 2025. The office will serve as a site office for projects within Cyberjaya, Putrajaya and Sepang.

TEASK, meanwhile, will be launching the TEASK 3 “Moveable” Energy Station as a POC in Cyberjaya next year. The pilot project is a collaboration with DPulze Mall, Tryke, Ebixon and Cyberview.

According to Tan, with the support of the local authorities, business partners and community, TEASK aims to focus on collecting data on daily usage, including the usage percentage and the amount of carbon dioxide emissions saved.

The Cyberview Living Lab initiatives and programmes empower the tech companies by providing these essential resources and services to accelerate their growth, scale their businesses, and make a significant impact on the global stage.

Meanwhile, Cyberjaya is emerging as a model for sustainable development, blending technological innovation with environmental responsibility. From renewable energy initiatives to groundbreaking sustainable developments, the city demonstrates how progress and sustainability can go hand in hand.