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Google announced a $2 billion investment in Malaysia to establish its first data center and a Google Cloud hub, following Microsoft's commitment of $2.2 billion for cloud and AI infrastructure in the country. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim welcomed Google's investment, anticipating a $3.2 billion economic boost and 26,500 job creations by 2030. The new hubs will be in Selangor state, focusing on cloud services and AI literacy programs, making Malaysia the 12th country with a Google data center. The investment aligns with Malaysia's 'Cloud First Policy' and cybersecurity standards.
Source: YAHOO