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The Star
13 hours ago
- Business
- The Star
Microsoft launches Malaysia West Cloud region, its first in the country
Microsoft Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) executive vice president Scott Guthrie KUALA LUMPUR: Microsoft has announced the general availability of its Malaysia West Cloud Region, launched as part of its US$2.2 billion investment in the country. Microsoft Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) executive vice president Scott Guthrie said the new cloud region, located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, will deliver world-class AI datacentre infrastructure and enable organisations to accelerate innovation securely - supporting a future that is inclusive, sustainable, and AI-ready. "We are providing the critical digital foundation for Malaysia to become a regional AI hub, enabling secure, scalable innovation aligned to national goals. "This new cloud region will feature three availability zones for high availability and geo-redundancy, and provide in-country data residency in compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks," he said during the keynote address at the Microsoft AI Tour, here, today. In a statement, Microsoft said the new region would also give customers access to the advanced services in productivity, data analytics, cybersecurity, computing, and storage. These include Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, and Microsoft's suite of business applications, which will be made available soon. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, in a recorded speech, said the Malaysia West Cloud Region provides an opportunity for the country to move further up the value chain by leveraging cutting-edge digital and AI technologies. "Together, adopting a whole-of-nation approach, let us seize this opportunity to surge ahead and solidify Malaysia's position as a regional leader in the digital and AI economy," he said. - Bernama
The Sun
14 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Microsoft opens first cloud region in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Microsoft has announced the general availability of its Malaysia West Cloud Region, launched as part of its US$2.2 billion investment in the country. Microsoft Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) executive vice president Scott Guthrie said the new cloud region, located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, will deliver world-class AI datacentre infrastructure and enable organisations to accelerate innovation securely – supporting a future that is inclusive, sustainable, and AI-ready. 'We are providing the critical digital foundation for Malaysia to become a regional AI hub, enabling secure, scalable innovation aligned to national goals. 'This new cloud region will feature three availability zones for high availability and geo-redundancy, and provide in-country data residency in compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks,' he said during the keynote address at the Microsoft AI Tour, here, today. In a statement, Microsoft said the new region would also give customers access to the advanced services in productivity, data analytics, cybersecurity, computing, and storage. These include Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, and Microsoft's suite of business applications, which will be made available soon. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, in a recorded speech, said the Malaysia West Cloud Region provides an opportunity for the country to move further up the value chain by leveraging cutting-edge digital and AI technologies. 'Together, adopting a whole-of-nation approach, let us seize this opportunity to surge ahead and solidify Malaysia's position as a regional leader in the digital and AI economy,' he said.
The Sun
14 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Microsoft launches Malaysia West Cloud Region, its first in the country
KUALA LUMPUR: Microsoft has announced the general availability of its Malaysia West Cloud Region, launched as part of its US$2.2 billion investment in the country. Microsoft Cloud and Artificial Intelligence (AI) executive vice president Scott Guthrie said the new cloud region, located in Greater Kuala Lumpur, will deliver world-class AI datacentre infrastructure and enable organisations to accelerate innovation securely – supporting a future that is inclusive, sustainable, and AI-ready. 'We are providing the critical digital foundation for Malaysia to become a regional AI hub, enabling secure, scalable innovation aligned to national goals. 'This new cloud region will feature three availability zones for high availability and geo-redundancy, and provide in-country data residency in compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks,' he said during the keynote address at the Microsoft AI Tour, here, today. In a statement, Microsoft said the new region would also give customers access to the advanced services in productivity, data analytics, cybersecurity, computing, and storage. These include Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, and Microsoft's suite of business applications, which will be made available soon. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo, in a recorded speech, said the Malaysia West Cloud Region provides an opportunity for the country to move further up the value chain by leveraging cutting-edge digital and AI technologies. 'Together, adopting a whole-of-nation approach, let us seize this opportunity to surge ahead and solidify Malaysia's position as a regional leader in the digital and AI economy,' he said.
Malay Mail
17 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Microsoft launches first cloud region in Malaysia, AI innovation centre as part of US$2.2b investment
KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 — Microsoft today launched its first cloud region in Malaysia — the Malaysia West Cloud Region — as part of its US$2.2 billion (RM9.3 billion) investment in the country. Announcing the initiative at the Microsoft AI Tour Kuala Lumpur, Microsoft Cloud + AI Group executive vice president Scott Guthrie said the new cloud region will feature three AI-ready availability zones located in the Greater Kuala Lumpur area. 'With the launch of the Malaysia West Cloud Region, we are providing a critical digital foundation for Malaysia to become a regional AI hub, enabling secure, scalable innovation aligned to national goals. 'We're building here not just because there's demand but because there's vision and leadership at the government and industry levels. Local creativity also gives us the confidence to invest not just in infrastructure but in long-term innovation,' Guthrie said during his keynote address at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) today. A Microsoft cloud region typically comprises hubs of data centres hosting the company's cloud services, such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and Dynamics 365/Power Platform. Availability zones have independent power, cooling, and networking infrastructure. If one zone experiences an outage, regional services, capacity, and high availability are supported by the remaining zones. The Malaysia West Cloud Region will also connect to Microsoft's global wide area network (WAN), providing high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity to other Microsoft cloud regions worldwide. Apart from the cloud region, Microsoft's US$2.2 billion investment — the company's single largest in Malaysia, as announced by its chairman and CEO Satya Nadella last year — includes establishing the Microsoft National AI Innovation Centre. Microsoft Malaysia managing director Laurence Si said the centre, part of the Bina AI Malaysia initiative, is a collaboration with Malaysia's National AI Office (NAIO) under the Digital Ministry and the Petronas Leadership Centre. Si noted that Microsoft, together with the NAIO, has so far trained 400,000 Malaysians under the AI for Malaysia's Future (AIForMYFuture) initiative. Launched in December 2024, the initiative aims to equip 800,000 Malaysians with AI-related skills by the end of 2025. Meanwhile, Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo expressed confidence that Microsoft's latest initiatives will solidify Malaysia's position as a regional leader in the digital and AI economy. 'The government has set the stage by developing a world-class, trusted digital environment for businesses to thrive through robust legal and regulatory frameworks, such as the recent amendments to the Personal Data Protection Act, the enactment of Malaysia's first cybersecurity act, and alignment with Microsoft's trusted cloud principles,' he said in a recorded speech.
TECHx
a day ago
- Business
- TECHx
Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative
Home » Tech Value Chain » Global Brands » Microsoft Azure Powers UAE Sovereign Cloud Initiative Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services, have announced the release of a new whitepaper. The report is titled 'Balancing Innovation and Compliance in the AI Era: Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud Leveraging Microsoft Azure.' It explores how sovereign public cloud solutions can shape the UAE's digital future. The whitepaper reveals strategic insights and best practices for technology leaders. It also emphasizes how sovereign public clouds balance innovation with regulatory compliance. Sovereign cloud solutions are essential for data sovereignty. These systems ensure data is stored and managed within national borders. This is critical for protecting sensitive information like personal data, intellectual property, and financial records. Moreover, they enhance privacy through strict access controls and encryption. These clouds help organizations meet regulatory demands and provide operational control. They also support national digital strategies by: Strengthening local infrastructure and reducing foreign reliance Offering scalable and cost-efficient public cloud benefits The whitepaper highlights that modern sovereign clouds remove the trade-off between innovation and regulation. Several real-world UAE use cases are included: AI-powered fraud detection in financial services Predictive diagnostics in healthcare Government citizen data protection Real-time analytics in energy The report also discusses the UAE's major investments in AI and cloud computing. One example is Abu Dhabi's goal to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. It further notes that global sovereign cloud spending is expected to nearly double—from $133 billion in 2024 to $259 billion in 2027. Sherif Tawfik, Chief Partnership Officer – AI & Cloud for Sovereignty at Microsoft, reaffirmed the company's support for the UAE's digital ambitions. He said Microsoft Azure is delivering secure, compliant, and innovative cloud infrastructure tailored for regulated industries in the region. Adrian Hobbs, Chief Technology Officer at Core42, emphasized that their Insight platform ensures full sovereign control. He said the collaboration allows businesses to innovate securely and meet all compliance needs. Recently, the Abu Dhabi Government announced a landmark agreement with Microsoft and Core42. The multi-year project will establish a sovereign cloud system for processing over 11 million daily digital interactions. This initiative will connect government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. The collaboration highlights a shared commitment to drive innovation while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. The Core42 Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Microsoft Azure, stands as a model for secure, compliant, and transformative digital infrastructure in the AI era.
