Malaysian Young Digital Talents Secure Four Global Awards at Adobe and Microsoft World Championships

ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA | 30 July 2026 — Malaysia has once again demonstrated its strength in developing world-class digital talent after young Malaysian innovators secured four major international honours at the 2026 Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) World Championship and the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) World Championship held in Anaheim, California. Competing against national champions from more than 60 countries, the Malaysian delegation delivered an impressive performance, showcasing the creativity, technical expertise and digital capabilities of the country’s next generation.

The global competitions, organised by Certiport, a Pearson VUE business, are recognised as among the most prestigious student competitions involving Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office technologies. Participants were challenged to apply their skills in solving real-world creative and productivity tasks under international judging standards, providing a platform for young talents to demonstrate their abilities on a global stage.

Malaysia achieved remarkable success at the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) World Championship, with two representatives securing top international rankings. The achievements highlight the growing capabilities of Malaysian students in creative technology, digital design and industry-recognised certification programmes.

Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) World Championship Achievements:

• Muhammad Fawwaz Haiqal bin Mohd Fuaad
  Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
  🏆 World 3rd Place
  🥉 Bronze Medal of Achievement
  📜 Winner’s Certificate
  💵 USD2,000 cash prize
• Muhammad Nafiz Asyraaf bin Mohd Nazrin
  Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sarawak
  🏆 World 4th Place
  🌟 People’s Choice Award
  📜 Winner’s Certificate
  🏆 Commemorative Trophy
  💵 USD1,000 prize

The achievements were further strengthened through the support of Acestar Sdn. Bhd., which provided full sponsorship for Muhammad Fawwaz Haiqal to represent Malaysia at the international Adobe Certified Professional World Championship in the United States. Through continuous investment in digital education, certification programmes and global competitions, Acestar has played an important role in preparing Malaysian students for international recognition.

Acestar Group Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Creative Cloud Community (CCC), Natalie Sit, said the victories reflect the ability of Malaysian students to compete alongside the best talents worldwide. She highlighted that these achievements are not only a celebration of individual success but also a reflection of the combined efforts of students, educators, institutions and industry partners in building future-ready digital skills.

Meanwhile, National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib described the accomplishments as a testament to the potential of Malaysia’s young creative and digital talents. He emphasised the importance of nurturing creativity and technical expertise from an early age to strengthen the country’s growing creative economy and prepare more young Malaysians for global opportunities.

As Malaysia’s Official Certiport Solution Provider, Acestar continues to support students through internationally recognised certification pathways, national-level competitions and global digital skills programmes. Together with the Creative Cloud Community, the organisation collaborates with schools, universities, government agencies and industry partners to expand access to digital learning opportunities and empower more Malaysian youths to excel internationally.

The Malaysian delegation returned home on 1 August 2026 with global recognition and renewed inspiration for students nationwide to pursue digital excellence. The success serves as a reminder that Malaysian talents have the capability to compete globally when supported with the right skills, training and opportunities.