Indonesia's internet penetration reaches 80.66%, INA and DayOne launch hyperscale data center

We now live in a world where electricity & internet access are no longer luxuries, but fundamental lifelines. Work, public services, education & the entire economy depend on them. Yet, declaring a “Digital Era” doesn't automatically translate into seamless digital experiences. Weak or uneven connectivity still leaves many applications unusable, not only in remote areas, but even in major cities. The programmers itself has created new challenges: automatic updates that wipe old data, confusing user interfaces, lengthy re-registration processes & in worst cases, the irreversible loss of digital assets or money with no physical proof e.g. PT. Pegadaian, PT Pertamina (Persero), BPJS Ketenagakerjaan. “I’m traumatized by digital services. Instead of simplifying life, they add stress.” — a sentiment that’s becoming all too common. When users seek clarification, they often encounter unresponsive 24/7 customer service, resulting in stress, wasted time & deep uncertainty. What do successful countries do differently? They combine nationwide broadband, clear data protection rules, responsive customer service & fast dispute resolution. #Indonesia has yet to fully adopt such practices — investment in infrastructure, provider certification & strong consumer watchdogs remain limited. For now, users are left to protect themselves: backing up data, printing or capturing transaction records, securely storing credentials & escalating issues through official complaint channels such as LAPOR! Kantor Staf Presiden Republik Indonesia — though responses are often slow & fragmented. Government must step up. Strengthening electricity—PLN Indonesia Power & connectivity infrastructure—Telkomsel, XL Axiata IoT, PT. Indosat Tbk, etc— is as vital as regulating digital services. Data protection laws must be enforced, service providers held accountable & consumer redress systems made simple & effective. Cross-ministerial coordination is essential — from Kementerian Komunikasi dan Informatika Republik Indonesia, Kementerian Perdagangan Republik Indonesia, Badan Perlindungan Konsumen Nasional RI, Otoritas Jasa Keuangan & Kementerian PANRB. Only with clear regulation, enforcement & strong digital literacy can citizens truly feel protected in this digital age. So, what’s your most frustrating digital experience? what solutions do you think could work? share your thoughts in the comments. Let’s push for a digital transformation that is inclusive, fair & truly empowering.

This is a really interesting article, and I 100% agree with the overall sentiment of the piece. However, in my opinion, the article should say "Thailand" rather than "Bangkok". Thailand is absolutely becoming the "new" JB, not replacing JB but allowing both hyperscalers and AI organisations to benefit from a number of things; diversity (from Malaysia), access to a new market (and some of the smaller surrounding markets), and another ultra supportive Government (albeit with all too frequent changes at the top). I believe the diversity piece is critical, my view is these org's do not want to have too many eggs in one basket, accessing new markets gives them the diversity and freedom to not be too dependent on any single market, or local or cental Govt/regulatory regime. The reality is much of the expansion we are seeing today is actually outside Bangkok, often in Chonburi but as far down as Rayong. Bangkok itself is actually proving to be power constrained (and incredibly expensive real estate), so its hard to see how it will ever be a 2.5GW market (I reckon it will be more like 300mw in the next couple of years). However will Thailand be 2.5GW? Absolutely, although I believe we are about to start seeing enormous pressure on securing power outside of Bangkok as well (different power co's). So it's going to a be huge market, with all the major players present within the next 18 months, but as with JB, there will be teething issues, particularly with power and permits. So please pick your operating partners carefully, as all that glitters is not always gold. https://lnkd.in/eCzNG5pM?

Data centres are at the heart of Malaysia’s vision to be a trade, finance and technology hub. As Minister Gobind highlighted, “Malaysia’s digital economy is expanding rapidly, and behind this transformation lies a powerful, often unseen force: data centres and cloud services.” Malaysia’s data centre industry is seeing robust growth. Valued at US$ 4.0 billion in 2024, it is forecasted to surge to US$ 13.6 billion by 2030, growing at a strong annual rate of 22.4%. Find out how data centres are emerging as a promising sector that delivers long-term economic dividends, attracts high-value investments and anchors Malaysia’s position in the global digital economy: https://lnkd.in/ggyFURKX.

And that's a wrap! Kuala Lumpur just hosted the GSMA Digital Nation Summit (ASEAN Edition), and what stood out was that ASEAN’s next wave of growth will be won on 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁, 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. The summit opened with the launch of 𝘋𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 2025: 𝘈𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘚𝘌𝘈𝘕 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘤 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯, a roadmap that places emphasis on substantial investment in 5G, fibre, and cloud, alongside harmonised policies that enable data and services to move seamlessly across borders. We left with some informative takeaways:  • ASEAN’s economy has expanded more than fivefold, from 𝗨𝗦$𝟳𝟯𝟳𝗕 in 2000 to over 𝗨𝗦$𝟰𝗧 today. Unlocking the next wave will depend on digital innovation - not just investment in new technology, but the policies and partnerships that make it work across borders.  • Malaysia’s achievement of a 𝟳𝟱 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗦𝗠𝗔 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘅 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 stood out as a milestone and a reminder that resilient digital economies begin with strong foundations of privacy, security, and trust.  • GSMA’s announcement that 𝗠𝟯𝟲𝟬 𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗟𝘂𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, cementing the city’s role as a hub for regional innovation and collaboration. These takeaways align with our mission at Apate.AI. Dismantling scam business models requires the same foundations ASEAN leaders highlighted last week: shared intelligence, cross-sector collaboration, and resilience built in from the start. #DNSKL #GSMA #DigitalTrust #AIforGood #ASEAN #FutureConnected

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Summary Highlights: 1. Data centres play a crucial role in the economic landscape of Singapore, contributing over S$2 billion annually and supporting up to 1.6 million jobs. With direct employment for around 7,000 individuals earning 35% above the national average 2. The sector showcases significant growth potential. By 2030, data centre-related jobs are projected to increase by 2.8 times, with the sector's economic contribution expected to be 9 times higher than in 2022. 3. Singapore's data centres are not only economically impactful but also highly efficient, demonstrating 85% higher land productivity than the national average, generating S$59.9 million per hectare in economic value. 4. In Malaysia, there has been a notable surge in digital investments, with RM16.2 billion recorded between January and April 2025. 60% of these investments are directed towards data centre and cloud projects, set to create 6,500 jobs over the next five years. 5. Malaysia's data centre market, valued at US$4 billion in 2024, is forecasted to reach US$13.6 billion by 2030, with 12 major projects approved totalling US$20.9 billion. 6. The Asia Pacific Data Centre Association (APDCA) emphasizes the importance of government support for the sector through infrastructure upgrades, clean energy incentives, skills development, and strategic planning to meet future tech demands. Looking ahead, key questions arise for the region's future development: 1. How will APAC governments navigate the balance between land constraints and sustainability goals while expanding high-density and edge data centre deployments? 2. What impact will AI-driven workloads and emerging technologies have on the design, location, and energy strategies of future data centres in the region? #DataCentres #EconomicGrowth #APAC #FutureTech #InfrastructureDevelopment #AI #SustainabilityGoals

Great to see continued optimism in APAC’ Data Centre sector. Beyond investment appetite, the real test lies in how we manage operational realities, regulations, talent, and execution.These will ultimately shape who leads the next phase of growth. 简言之, 手握或多或少’小目标’ 的投资者仍可持续积极地观望数据中心(仅供分享参考,不构成投资建议)

Exciting milestone in Southeast Asia’s digital infrastructure! Data Centre Magazine recently covered Gaw Capital Partners and Sinar Primera Group's launch of the Golden Digital Gateway — the first operational data centre in Batam’s Nongsa Digital Park, just 30 minutes from Singapore. With Singapore’s moratorium on new data centres, we highlight Batam’s strategic location, tax advantages, and sub-2ms latency make it a prime alternative for hyperscalers and enterprises. This joint venture brings together Nicholas Toh, Managing Director – Head of Data Centre Platform, Asia at Gaw Capital Partners, and Kah Jin Hong, Head of Sinar Primera Group — combining global expertise with local market knowledge to deliver rapid execution and long-term growth. Phase 2 in Batam and expansion into Jakarta are already underway. #DataCentres #SoutheastAsia #DigitalInfrastructure Click the link below to read the full report. https://lnkd.in/e49uB2nR

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