Malaysia strategically positioned to capitalise on AI boom, ...

KUALA LUMPUR (May 30): Malaysia is strategically positioned to capitalise on the artificial intelligence (AI) boom, and emerge as the premier data centre hub in Asean, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. In a statement on Thursday, Gobind said the AI boom had initiated a global race for computing, accelerating demand for land, energy, and water resources, to power next-generation AI data centres. He said Malaysia can capitalise on this trend, with its abundance of resources and safe geographical location for investors seeking diversification. Additionally, he said Malaysia had demonstrated the right policy mix over the years, coupled with strong execution, to emerge as a global leader in the digital infrastructure space. As such, in terms of connectivity, Malaysia boasts an award-winning 5G network helmed by Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), an agency under the Ministry of Digital. "M...