- The maker movement around the world is currently enjoying a strong period of growth. This community has proven to be extremely important to tech startup ecosystems globally.
- Central to the growth of the maker movement is the makerspace—centres that allow makers to innovate and create futuristic solutions for today’s problems.
- We take a look at four makerspaces that are helping spread the spirit of the maker movement in Malaysia.
With roots dating as far back as the 19th century, the community of builders and tinkerers known as the maker movement has now seen its relevance suddenly skyrocket with the advent of Industry 4.0.
Channels of consumer demand now dictate what is produced for the market and what isn’t, as opposed to the past when companies would create new products, which were then pushed to consumers.
With more support and recognition given to the maker community,…