Engineering the Home Safety Industry

Date: 30 March 2025
Location: UTAR Kampar, Block E, EDK2
Lead Staff: Dr. Nuraidayani

The Department of Electronics Engineering at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) warmly welcomed Maxx Khaw Yong Shen, co-founder and COO of FamGuard AI, during a recent faculty visit. Maxx captivated the audience with his insights into Malaysia’s elderly care needs, identifying critical gaps in services and solutions that could be addressed through artificial intelligence.

Drawing from his leadership at Mintygreen Healthcare Group, a leading nursing and care center brand in Malaysia, Maxx shared how his commitment to improving lives inspired the founding of FamGuard AI. The company focuses on enhancing family safety and connectivity through innovative AI-driven monitoring systems, offering scalable, real-time solutions for caregivers and healthcare institutions.

Maxx outlined FamGuard AI’s ambitious goal to become one of Malaysia’s top five health-tech companies within five years. He emphasized the company’s mission to empower caregivers with cutting-edge technology, revolutionizing elderly care across the nation.

He also highlighted exciting career opportunities at FamGuard AI, urging students to join a vibrant team working on advanced AI technologies. Roles in software development, data science, and healthcare innovation were showcased, offering students a chance to drive meaningful impact while gaining valuable experience in a fast-growing industry.