[News] SDT Executive Appointed to Malaysia's MIMOS IAG, Strengthening Global Quantum Leadership
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Executive Summary
Strategic Appointment: Natasha Kovacs, SDT's Head of Business Strategy, has been appointed to the Tier-1 Industry Advisory Group (IAG) of MIMOS, Malaysia's national R&D center, to shape national quantum strategies and budget allocations.
Policy Leadership: This role positions SDT to exercise significant policy leadership within the Southeast Asian quantum ecosystem, directly influencing roadmaps for Quantum Computing, QKD, and PQC.
ASEAN Orchestrator: SDT aims to leverage this opportunity to become a central "orchestrator" in the ASEAN region, facilitating international joint projects and serving as a bridge between Korea and global partners.
SDT Strengthens Global Presence: Executive Natasha Kovacs Appointed to Malaysia's MIMOS IAG
SDT, a specialist in quantum standard technology, announced on September 5th that Natasha Kovacs, Head of Business Strategy, has been appointed as a member of the 'Tier-1 Industry Advisory Group (IAG)' at MIMOS, Malaysia's national research and development (R&D) agency.
A Pivotal Role in National Strategy
Ms. Kovacs is set to play a critical role in formulating Malaysia's national quantum strategy and allocating science and technology budgets for the upcoming 13th Malaysia Plan. This appointment serves as a significant milestone for SDT to secure policy leadership within the Southeast Asian quantum ecosystem.
A Harvard University graduate, Ms. Kovacs has served as the Head of Corporate Strategy at SDT since joining in 2021. She has been instrumental in leading key global strategies and fostering partnerships to establish quantum computing hubs.
About MIMOS IAG
The MIMOS IAG is a premier advisory body composed of global leaders recognized for top-tier expertise in their respective industries. Its mandate is to provide high-level strategic direction, future foresight, and policy advisory to ensure that MIMOS's R&D priorities align with national socio-economic needs, market opportunities, and global challenges.
Advisory members, including Ms. Kovacs, serve as: 1. Strategic Ambassadors, 2. Workshop Leaders, and 3. Foresight Contributors.
They are entrusted with the critical responsibility of framing national agendas and translating discussions into actionable insights. This includes chairing sessions at major industrial roundtables and roadmap dialogues to connect high-level discussions with practical policy implementation.
Strategic Implications for SDT
SDT anticipates securing substantial strategic advantages through this IAG participation. The company plans to:
1. Directly participate in drafting roadmaps and policy proposals for core technologies such as Quantum Computing, Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).
2. Proactively shape the policy environment to facilitate future research funding and international joint projects.
3. Establish a foothold for diverse partnerships—including joint ventures and pilot projects—with governments, enterprises, and universities across the ASEAN region.
Jiwon Yune, CEO of SDT, stated, "This appointment is a testament to SDT's technological prowess and vision being recognized on the global stage." He further emphasized, "Using Malaysia as a strategic hub, we will serve as a key link connecting Korea with global partners and establish ourselves as the central 'orchestrator' of the entire ASEAN quantum technology ecosystem."