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Malaysia Leads ASEAN in Race for Quantum-Resistant Cybersecurity
A new regional assessment identifies Malaysia as the only Tier 1 nation prepared for the looming threat of quantum computing.
Malaysia Sees Surge in Data Centre Interest with 40 New Applications
The Data Centre Task Force reports strong investor momentum as over 40 firms bid to establish or expand infrastructure within the country.
Paragon Globe Secures RM45 Million Johor Data Centre Earthworks Contract
The construction firm will handle site preparation and retaining walls for a new data centre development in the southern state.
Malaysia Claims Second Spot in Regional Digital Readiness Index
GSMA’s latest ASEAN Digital Nations Index places Malaysia just behind Singapore, highlighting the nation's growing influence in the digital landscape.
Zetrix AI Justifies RM130 Million Acquisition Amidst Bursa Malaysia Scrutiny
The firm defends its high-valuation stake in MYEG Ventures, citing future growth potential over historical asset performance.
TRC Synergy Secures RM150 Million Contract for Hyperscale Data Centre
The construction firm will manage essential underground infrastructure for a major new data centre project awarded by Gamuda Engineering.
Malaysia’s Power Grid Faces Strain as Data Centres Demand Record Electricity
Data centres now account for 9.3% of national power usage as the government prepares a massive gas-fired capacity expansion to meet future energy needs.
OpenAI Picks Malaysia for Major Computing Expansion in Deal with Firmus
The AI giant has secured significant data centre capacity in Malaysia as it scales its global infrastructure footprint.
Kerjaya Prospek Rallies On Record Johor Data Centre Contract Win
Shares of the construction firm climbed over three percent following a landmark deal to build data infrastructure in southern Malaysia.
Malaysia Faces Urgent Call to Modernise Cybersecurity Defences Against AI Threats
As digital threats evolve at machine speed, experts warn that Malaysia’s traditional defensive infrastructure requires an immediate shift toward risk-based security models.
Malaysia Secures MYR 218.5 Billion Investment Boost Led by Data Center Expansion
Digital infrastructure investments drive an 11.7 percent increase in national approved investments, signaling a structural shift toward a cloud-centric economy.
Malaysia Emerges as Data Center Alternative to Land-Constrained Singapore
Fitch Ratings identifies Malaysia as the primary beneficiary of Singapore’s data center capacity limitations as regional infrastructure demand intensifies.
Selangor and MCMC Partner to Deploy Filtered Public Internet Access
The state government and federal regulator are extending filtered web access to public and private institutions to enhance digital safety.
Plus Expands JustGo ANPR Toll Access Across Major North-South Expressway Routes
Malaysia’s largest highway operator has rolled out automated number plate recognition for toll payments across its network, excluding the Penang Bridge.
Tencent Cloud Announces Third Availability Zone to Open in Johor
The new facility in Johor is scheduled to begin operations by November 2026 to support Tencent Cloud’s service offerings.
Digital Ministry Prioritizes AI Integration and Infrastructure for Budget 2027
The government plans to incentivize AI equipment adoption and bolster local expertise through upcoming fiscal allocations.
DPS Resources Partners With CEIG for Melaka Data Centre Development
DPS Resources subsidiaries and CEIG have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore data centre and energy infrastructure projects in Melaka.
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Secures RM5.6 Billion for Johor Campus
The data centre provider has obtained green financing to develop its flagship facility in the Nusa Cemerlang Industrial Park.
STT GDC Secures $1.37 Billion Funding for Johor Data Center Project
Singapore-based ST Telemedia Global Data Centres has obtained significant green financing to accelerate the development of its data center campus in Malaysia.
ITMAX System Secures RM134 Million Kota Kinabalu Smart City Contract
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has appointed ITMAX System to lead infrastructure and digital connectivity efforts for the Kota Kinabalu Smart City project.
AirTrunk Finalises Funding for Major Malaysian Data Centre Project
The data centre operator has locked in a significant green loan to support its expanding infrastructure footprint in Malaysia.
