In May 2025, Microsoft officially launched its first cloud region in Malaysia, called Malaysia West, located in Greater Kuala Lumpur. This new region offers services like Azure, Microsoft 365, storage, cybersecurity, and data analytics, aimed at supporting Malaysia’s digital and AI ambitions. Key companies such as PETRONAS and TNG Digital...
Malaysia launched its first large-scale AI and cybersecurity training programme
In June 2025, Malaysia launched its first large-scale AI and cybersecurity training programme for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, upskilling over 6,700 individuals, including 1,100 educators and 5,600 students. Led by SOLS Foundation with IBM SkillsBuild, and supported by the Ministry of Digital Malaysia and MyDIGITAL Corporation, the...