Malaysia stories

Oracle plans to invest over USD $6.5 billion in AI and cloud services in Malaysia, launching a new public cloud region for enhanced digital capabilities.

Google breaks ground on its first Malaysian data centre with a USD $2 billion investment, boosting cloud and AI capabilities, creating 26,500 jobs.

Google Cloud and DNeX partner to offer sovereign cloud services in Malaysia, targeting industries with strict data needs like finance and healthcare.

The Vertiv Masterclass in Singapore attracted 200 industry professionals, focussing on AI’s transformative impact on critical infrastructure and high-density computing.

Project Management Institute has experienced a 20-fold growth in Asia Pacific over two decades, driven by rising demand for skilled project professionals.

Princeton Digital Group bolsters its India presence with a USD $1bn investment, expanding its data centre capacity in Mumbai and launching a new facility in Chennai.

Princeton Digital Group plans a USD $5 billion expansion in Asia, adding 500 MW in India, Malaysia, and Indonesia to meet surging AI-driven data centre demand.

Westcon-Comstor's Tech Xpert community hits 3,000 members, offering technical pros a no-sales-pressures platform for peer learning and collaboration.

Westcon-Comstor named CrowdStrike Global Distributor Partner of the Year for 2024. The award acknowledges the firm's role in spreading the Falcon cybersecurity platform through its extensive network.

As Malaysia awaits Budget 2025, tech leaders, including entrepreneur Georg Chmiel, call for AI, blockchain, and digital investments to propel the nation's global tech standing.

Logicalis has promoted Arissa Wong to VP of Human Resources for APAC, succeeding Scott Brown. Wong will oversee HR operations, talent strategies, and DEI initiatives across the region.

Tenable's new research unveils over 26,500 vulnerable internet-facing assets within Southeast Asia's BFSI sector, highlighting critical cybersecurity gaps.

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

Sydney-based cybersecurity firm LMNTRIX joins Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide, ranking among the top 20 vendors globally and standing out as the only Australian-founded, privately-held company in this cohort.

Global shopping app installs surged 61% YoY in H1 2024, far exceeding other verticals. Key drivers include retail media networks and mobile wallets, says Adjust.

SentinelOne celebrated its 2024 APJ Partner Award winners in Thailand, honouring regional partners' exceptional contributions in cybersecurity advancements through AI-powered solutions.

FedEx and Junior Achievement reveal the winners of the 2024 International Trade Challenge in Singapore, spotlighting innovative student ideas for a circular economy.

SAP Concur's survey reveals major 2024 challenges for APAC business travel, citing disruptions, sustainability concerns, and the integration of AI solutions.

Vistar Media partners with KanBan Culture and PilotTV to enter Taiwan, bolstering its out-of-home media marketplace across the Asia-Pacific region.

Maxis and Singtel unveil Malaysia's first unified 5G and edge computing platform, boosting digital transformation for industries like manufacturing and healthcare.