Navigating the intricate intersection of artificial intelligence (AI)AIArtificial Intelligence (AI), higher education and academic publishingAIacademic publishing in Asia requires a keen understanding of both technology and pedagogy. This chapter highlights the transformative potential of AI within Asian higher educational landscapes, set against the rich tapestry of the continent’s diverse academic traditions. It also explores the impact of artificial intelligence on scholarly publications, a vital component of the academic ecosystem. The growing influence of AI in Asia has prompted a shift in educational paradigms, fostering new opportunities for student engagementAIstudent engagement, instructional methods and the democratisation of knowledge. In this chapter, the readers are provided with a concise summary of these profound transformations. By drawing on insights from China, South Korea and Singapore as illustrative examples, this chapter examines how AI is integrated into the research process and academic publishingAIacademic publishing workflows, with a particular focus on how these countries adapt to technological change while maintaining cultural and academic traditions Grounded in rigorous research, this chapter presents a multi-dimensional perspective, synthesising technology, tradition and practice, encouraging readers to reimagine the contours of learning and scholarship within the Asian context. As AI continues to evolve, the intersection between technology, ethics and pedagogy becomes increasingly complex, requiring a balance between innovation and the preservation of academic integrity.