Inside Johor's Data Centre Boom: Why Investors Are Flocking South
Johor has become Malaysia's leading data centre hub, drawing tens of billions of ringgit. Here is what is driving the surge and what it means for the state.
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Southeast Asia's Strategic Priorities: From AI Cooperation to Green Energy and Social Development
Cambodia becomes founding signatory to World AI Cooperation Organisation. Indonesia targets 50 ethanol plants and national electric motorcycle production. Myanmar implements integrated coastal management strategy.
Vietnam Sets 100-Day Sprint to Dismantle Digital Governance Barriers
Vietnam has initiated an ambitious 100-day action plan to eliminate systemic barriers slowing digital transformation across its government apparatus, with measurable deliverables required by end-November.
Malaysia to Host Major Cyber Security Summit in July as Nation Strengthens Digital Defences
Malaysia will host the National Cyber Security Summit 2026 at Putrajaya International Convention Centre from July 7 to 9, bringing together government officials, industry leaders and experts to strengthen the nation's cyber defences against evolving digital threats.
US Supreme Court Limits Police Use of Dragnet Cellphone Tracking Warrants
The US Supreme Court has determined that sweeping cellphone location data searches constitute unreasonable searches under the Constitution, though it left open whether such warrants might sometimes be justified in specific cases.
MACC Embraces Advanced Technology to Combat Evolving Corruption Landscape
The MACC is pivoting toward sophisticated technological solutions, integrating artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis to detect and prosecute increasingly complex corruption schemes.
Malaysia Must Accelerate Tech Development and Cybersecurity, Says Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia to accelerate development of local technological capabilities and cybersecurity measures to protect digital infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated threats.
Melaka Deploys QR Tag System to Track Livestock and Enhance Public Safety
Melaka has rolled out a QR Tag system to monitor livestock and identify owners during incidents. The initiative aims to curb stray animal cases and improve enforcement across the state's livestock sector.
Malaysia Pivoting to High-Tech Economy, PM Anwar Declares New Era for Semiconductors and AI
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's economic transition toward high-technology industries, positioning semiconductors and artificial intelligence as pillars of the nation's future growth strategy.
Lenovo to Raise US$2 Billion via Convertible Bonds in First Offering Since 2020
Lenovo is tapping debt markets with a US$2 billion convertible bond offering, its first since 2020, to refinance existing obligations and fund share repurchases as global market conditions stabilize.