Malaysia

Lightstorm, Microsoft, Singtel, Tata Communications to build I-2SEA submarine cable linking India, Malaysia, Singapore

Singapore-based Lightstorm, Microsoft, Singtel, and India-based Tata Communications will jointly build a new submarine cable system connecting India, Malaysia, and Singapore, with consortium partners targeting completion in the fourth quarter of 2029.

Vienna’s Connecting Software expands global presence with new office in Malaysia

Connecting Software, a Vienna-based software company, has on Thursday announced the opening of their newest international headquarter in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – their fifth location and its first in Asia.

Ib vogt, AirTrunk deliver Malaysia’s first renewable VPPA for data center

Ib vogt, a global multi-technology renewable energy platform, and Asia Pacific & Middle East hyperscale data center firm AirTrunk, have on Wednesday reached a major milestone under Malaysia’s Corporate Green Power Program (CGPP), with the commencement of commercial operations for a 29.99 MWac solar project supporting AirTrunk’s operations in Malaysia.……

DNB ramps up 5G capacity as it enters next phase

Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) is increasing the capacity of Malaysia’s 5G network as it activates additional spectrum and expands infrastructure upgrades to support rising demand, the state-backed operator said on Tuesday.

AI, energy & security are set to drive the next wave of strategic investments, says HSBC Private Bank

AI, energy and security are expected to drive the next wave of strategic investments and support global economic and corporate earnings growth, according to HSBC Private Bank. Rising global competition and national security priorities are creating the urgency, funding and policy support needed to sustain capital market activities. The bank also expects an…

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Beyond compliance: Strengthening cyber resilience in Malaysia’s telecommunications sector

Cyber threats will continue to evolve, and no organization can eliminate risks entirely. However, organizations can improve their ability to prepare, respond and recover. Protecting modern economies and ensuring resilient digital infrastructure is a shared responsibility that requires commitment from every stakeholder.

Malaysia launches program to accelerate next generation of homegrown semiconductor firms

Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn. Bhd. (MTDC) has on Wednesday officially launched SemiconStart Malaysia, a national semiconductor incubation program designed to support the growth of high-potential Malaysian and Malaysia-based semiconductor ventures in higher-value segments of the global semiconductor value chain.

Ant International opens Global Development Centre in Kuala Lumpur, backed by 1,500 fintech roles

Singapore-headquartered Ant International opened its Global Development Center (GDC) in Kuala Lumpur, located within Malaysia's international financial center TRX.

Malaysia’s fintech firm Ascertain Group expands to Indonesia, Oman, India

Ascertain, a Malaysian financial technology and payments ecosystem provider, is expanding into Indonesia, Oman, and India, in order to exporting its homegrown financial infrastructure. 

Malaysia launches national program to boost high value jobs

Malaysia is stepping up efforts to create more high-value jobs in advanced industries with the launch of the BAKAT MADANI initiative, a national program aimed at strengthening talent pipelines in semiconductors, renewable energy, the digital economy and advanced manufacturing.