Taylor’s University, through its School of Media and Communication, has officially launched Lumicko, a learning-integrated multimedia streaming platform designed to enhance how students learn, create and showcase their digital productions. The platform marks a significant advancement in the institution’s commitment to redefining creative education and strengthening pathways between academia and industry.
The introduction of Lumicko aligns with the rapid expansion of Malaysia’s digital content and streaming sector, which generated RM 5.31 billion in 2023, with the over-the-top market projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of approximately 18.5% between 2025 and 2031. As audiences increasingly shift towards online streaming and on-demand platforms, the demand for graduates who understand contemporary streaming conventions, audience engagement and original content development continues to grow.
The platform also serves as a discovery ecosystem where talent is easily visible to directors, producers and creative agencies. For students, Lumicko acts as a living portfolio, while for industry professionals, it serves as an accessible gateway to emerging creative talent.
Professor Dr Neethiahnanthan Ari Ragavan, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Leisure Management at Taylor’s University, said: “Lumicko is more than just a streaming platform, it is a transformational learning ecosystem. By giving our students the opportunity to produce, publish and present their work in a real-world environment, we are preparing them to enter the industry with confidence, creativity and an understanding of professional standards.”
Lumicko is guided by the school’s Industry Advisory Panel, which includes Mediha Mahmood, Chief Executive Offer of the Communications and Multimedia Content Forum of Malaysia, Dato’ Ts Dr Haji Amirudin bin Abdul Wahab, Chief Executive Officer of CyberSecurity Malaysia, and Anissa Maria Anis, a partner in Christopher & Lee Ong specialising in media and telecommunications law, among others. The Panel provides strategic oversight to ensure the platform adheres to professional standards for ethics, copyright and cybersecurity, while exposing students to real-world industry best practices.