"The launch is very significant as Malaysia is the first country in Asia to launch these Intel Virtual RSPs," said Patel. "In addition, we are very proud to announce that the Intel Virtual RSP is 100 per cent locally developed by the Intel embedded and communications group (ECG) based in Penang."

He said local engineers from Intel ECG worked with local OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) and V-Series International to develop the Intel Virtual RSP. "Under Phase 1 of the rollout plan, Intel will deploy seven units of Intel Virtual RSP in Lowyat Plaza, Kuala Lumpur."

"Intel's embedded business has a tremendous opportunity for growth in intelligent applications, currently fuelling innovation across more than 30 markets with more than 3,500 customers in 15 industries around the world and generates more than US$2 billion dollars in annual revenues," said Intel ECG director, Asia operations, Eric WP Chan.

Chan said embedded technology is used in digital signages, information kiosks, wired or wireless communications infrastructure, automated teller machines, printers and network storage systems as well as in factory and medical equipments.