SUBANG JAYA — Taylor’s University has officially launched Lumicko, a learning-integrated multimedia streaming platform developed by its School of Media and Communication. Lumicko is designed to enhance how students learn, create, and showcase their digital productions, marking a major step forward in the university’s commitment to innovative creative education and bridging the gap between academia and industry.
Lumicko aligns with Malaysia’s rapidly expanding digital content and streaming sector, which generated RM 5.31 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at an annual rate of about 18.5% from 2025 to 2031. The platform serves as a discovery ecosystem, making student talent visible to directors, producers, and creative agencies. For students, Lumicko acts as a living portfolio; for industry professionals, it provides 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, described Lumicko as 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,” he said.
Lumicko is guided by an Industry Advisory Panel comprising leaders from Malaysia’s media and technology sectors, ensuring the platform meets professional standards for ethics, copyright, and cybersecurity. The platform is fully embedded in modules across journalism, public relations, advertising, and digital media production, giving students hands-on experience from ideation to publication.
At the launch event, industry and academic experts highlighted Lumicko’s role in nurturing creative talent and meeting the evolving needs of Malaysia’s and the global media ecosystem. Lumicko is now available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, enabling students, educators, and industry professionals to access and engage with its growing library of original student-produced content.