Peter Wu on Malaysia's Data Center Growth and AI Leadership

ASUS is pushing boundaries in #AI infrastructure, supporting innovation and digital transformation throughout Asia. 💡   Peter Wu, CEO of ASUS Cloud and Taiwan AI Cloud Corporation, shares his insights in Nikkei Asia’s new feature on Malaysia’s data center boom. He highlights Malaysia’s advantages for cloud service providers and the significance of sovereign AI for fostering local innovation.    𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲: https://lnkd.in/g4PrA3kT    #Malaysia #DataCenter

The good news and on optimistic perspective, the following developments set to position Malaysia as AI hub in the region and support Malaysia's Digital Economy Blueprint. Jensen Huang's NVidia Corporation in partnership with YTL Power has launched Malaysia's first AI Data Centre infrastructure in Kulai, Johor with an investment of USD4.3 billion (RM20 billion) . Meanwhile, Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing arm of Amazon has started constructing its data centre facilities in Cyberjaya and Nilai Negeri Sembilan worth USD6. 2 billion (RM29. 2 billion). The infrastructure now undergoing construction I recently noticed near Nilai Impian seems to be massive. Both facilities when fully operational will give positive impact to the economy and is expected to provide thousands of jobs to Malaysians. Regards.

The Department of Computer Technology , Faculty of Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education organized a One Day seminar on “An Innovation in cloud Computing using AI” on 19th December 2025. Mr. S. Kishok Kumar, Application Consultant UI/UX, Development Bank of Singapore, Singapore, served as the resource person for the event. This seminar highlights how AI turns cloud systems into self-optimizing, secure, and cost-effective infrastructures, driving the next wave of digital transformation. The Resource Person Mr. S. Kishok Kumar provided insights into how AI is reshaping cloud computing and driving innovation across industries. The seminar commenced with a Welcome Address by Dr. K. Devasenapathy, Head and Associate Professor, Department of CT, KAHE, followed by felicitations delivered by Dr. A. Farithabanu, Assistant Professor, Department of CT, KAHE. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. K. Lakshmipriya Associate Professor, Department of CT, KAHE. #CloudComputing #AIInnovation #DigitalTransformation #ComputerTechnology #OneDaySeminar #IndustryInsights #FutureTechnology #AIinCloud #KAHE #FASCM #TechSeminar #StudentLearning #AcademicExcellence #IndustryAcademiaConnect

IPTP and LG CMS (under MoU with VNPT) are ones to watch in development of AI-focused infrastructure in SE Asia. "Vietnam is currently considered one of the fastest-growing digital economy markets in the region, with a high-quality workforce of engineers, competitive costs, and significant investment potential in data infrastructure. This is an opportunity time for domestic and foreign businesses to participate in building a national digital platform, aiming for sustainable, comprehensive, and inclusive development. According to market forecasts, Vietnam's AI economy could reach $120-130 billion by 2040, driven by close collaboration between the government, businesses, and global technology leaders."

📢 Create Capital Vietnam JSC, Haimaker.ai, and other global investors have announced a joint venture to develop a $1 billion network of sovereign AI data centres. ➡️ Phase 1 will be launched at Danang High-Tech Park, with a capacity of 10-20 MW and a total investment of $100-200 million, accounting for approximately 10-20 per cent of the total investment. ➡️ Phase 2 will expand to 40-60 MW, with an investment of $400-600 million, accounting for 40-60 per cent of the total capital. ➡️ Phase 3 will complete the entire network of 100 MW, using the remaining capital to achieve national and regional AI centre capabilities. #investvietnam #tradevietnam #ipavietnam ----- 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gXvhmEi7

📢 Create Capital Vietnam JSC, Haimaker.ai, and other global investors have announced a joint venture to develop a $1 billion network of sovereign AI data centres. ➡️ Phase 1 will be launched at Danang High-Tech Park, with a capacity of 10-20 MW and a total investment of $100-200 million, accounting for approximately 10-20 per cent of the total investment. ➡️ Phase 2 will expand to 40-60 MW, with an investment of $400-600 million, accounting for 40-60 per cent of the total capital. ➡️ Phase 3 will complete the entire network of 100 MW, using the remaining capital to achieve national and regional AI centre capabilities. #investvietnam #tradevietnam #ipavietnam ----- 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4yVz-dB

📢 Create Capital Vietnam JSC, Haimaker.ai, and other global investors have announced a joint venture to develop a $1 billion network of sovereign AI data centres. ➡️ Phase 1 will be launched at Danang High-Tech Park, with a capacity of 10-20 MW and a total investment of $100-200 million, accounting for approximately 10-20 per cent of the total investment. ➡️ Phase 2 will expand to 40-60 MW, with an investment of $400-600 million, accounting for 40-60 per cent of the total capital. ➡️ Phase 3 will complete the entire network of 100 MW, using the remaining capital to achieve national and regional AI centre capabilities. #investvietnam #tradevietnam #ipavietnam ----- 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4yVz-dB

📢 Create Capital Vietnam JSC, Haimaker.ai, and other global investors have announced a joint venture to develop a $1 billion network of sovereign AI data centres. ➡️ Phase 1 will be launched at Danang High-Tech Park, with a capacity of 10-20 MW and a total investment of $100-200 million, accounting for approximately 10-20 per cent of the total investment. ➡️ Phase 2 will expand to 40-60 MW, with an investment of $400-600 million, accounting for 40-60 per cent of the total capital. ➡��� Phase 3 will complete the entire network of 100 MW, using the remaining capital to achieve national and regional AI centre capabilities. #investvietnam #tradevietnam #ipavietnam ----- 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4yVz-dB

Europe’s discussion around cloud, AI, and digital sovereignty frequently frames the issue as a trade-off between competitiveness, control, and cost. Yet evidence from public-sector procurement points to a different reality. A new think piece written by our Executive Director Astor Nummelin Carlberg looks at Denmark’s recent report on open technologies in government, what it tells us about procurement as a demand signal, and why Open Source Programme Offices (OSPOs) matter for economic growth, resilience and sovereignty, especially as the EU prepares new Cloud & AI and procurement legislation. Read the full think piece on our website: https://lnkd.in/ewjQkMMT 

Brookfield is developing AI data centers in France, Qatar, and Sweden. The firm plans to manage these compute clusters directly rather than relying on outside partners. Details: https://thein.fo/4pm1fIu