AI-Powered System to Monitor and Enhance River Quality Launched by Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister

Putrajaya, June 7, 2024  – Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof announced a groundbreaking initiative to enhance river quality monitoring in Malaysia using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. This innovative approach, spearheaded by the National Water Research Institute of Malaysia (Nahrim), aims to address the country’s river pollution challenges effectively. AI-Driven River Monitoring System Fadillah revealed that Nahrim has developed a Smart AI System for the Rating and Classification of Rivers in Malaysia (AiR3S). This system will be utilized by authorities nationwide to monitor water quality across river basins. “The AI system can provide accurate and real-time data, helping us