TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026 to Showcase Malaysia’s Emerging Deep-Tech Innovators on 16 May 2026

Cyberjaya, — TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026, organized by Leave a Nest Malaysia, is set to take place on 16 May 2026 at CoPlace 10, Centre of Garage, Cyberjaya, bringing together promising deep-tech startups, researchers, innovators, corporations, and ecosystem partners from across Malaysia.

The annual platform serves as an important ecosystem-building initiative that supports deep-tech innovation, commercialization, and collaboration between academia and industry. This year’s event will feature finalist presentations, lightning talks, networking opportunities, partner showcases, and an award ceremony celebrating impactful technologies addressing real-world societal and industrial challenges.

TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026 aims to create opportunities for startups and researchers to connect with potential collaborators, investors, corporate partners, and mentors while strengthening Malaysia’s growing deep-tech ecosystem.

Program Agenda

The event is expected to provide an engaging platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration discussions, and partnership development among startups, researchers, industry players, and investors.

Meet the TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026 Finalists

A total of nine finalist teams have been selected under three categories, showcasing innovative technologies and solutions with strong societal and commercial potential.

The finalists reflect the diversity and strength of Malaysia’s innovation landscape, particularly in sustainability, biotechnology, industrial digitalization, and smart systems.

Lightning Talk Presenters

Apart from the finalist presentations, TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026 will also feature a series of lightning talks from technology companies and innovators, offering participants insights into emerging technologies, research applications, and innovative business solutions.

These lightning talks are expected to encourage meaningful discussions, foster new collaborations, and strengthen connections between innovators and industry stakeholders.

Strengthening Malaysia’s Deep-Tech Ecosystem

Through TECH PLANTER Malaysia 2026, Leave a Nest Malaysia continues its commitment to nurturing deep-tech innovation and supporting researchers and startups in transforming scientific discoveries and technologies into impactful solutions for society.

The event highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-sector partnerships in addressing critical societal and industrial challenges while creating sustainable innovation opportunities for Malaysia and the wider region.

As Malaysia’s deep-tech ecosystem continues to grow, TECH PLANTER remains an important platform connecting innovators with industry leaders, investors, and strategic partners to accelerate technology development and commercialization.

About TECH PLANTER

TECH PLANTER is a deep-tech platform initiated by Leave a Nest Group that supports startups, researchers, and innovators through mentorship, strategic partnerships, and global ecosystem connections. The program aims to accelerate technologies capable of solving deep societal issues while promoting sustainable innovation and cross-border collaboration.

About Leave a Nest Malaysia

Leave a Nest Malaysia is part of the Leave a Nest Group, a knowledge manufacturing company dedicated to advancing science, technology, education, and entrepreneurship. Through various initiatives and collaborative platforms, Leave a Nest Malaysia supports innovators and researchers in transforming ideas into impactful solutions for society.