DayOne Data Centres Limited, a Singapore-based global hyperscale data centre platform, has announced a RM28b investment in Malaysia by the end of 2026. This move aims to solidify its leadership in Malaysia’s data centre market and bolster the country’s status as a regional digital hub. The announcement was made at the inaugural Tech & AI Career Expo in Kuala Lumpur.
The investment will see Malaysia become DayOne’s largest global operational footprint, with the country accounting for over 50% of the firm’s workforce growth by 2026. This expansion is expected to create more than 5,000 jobs across the supply chain and over 200 high-value roles in finance, procurement, and corporate functions through the Phase II expansion of its Global Shared Services Centre in Kuala Lumpur.
DayOne also introduced two talent programmes to nurture young talent through internships and graduate pathways, aiming to train over 1,000 data centre engineers at its Regional Operations and Training Hub in Johor. “Malaysia is not just a market for DayOne; it is a long-term commitment,” said Jamie Khoo, CEO of DayOne.
The Tech & AI Career Expo, attended by over 1,000 participants, 30 companies, and 13 universities, served as a platform for connecting talent with opportunities in the technology and AI sectors. The event was supported by Malaysian government agencies, including the Malaysian Investment Development Authority and Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation.
Following this event, DayOne plans to extend its talent engagement initiatives across the region, with the next event scheduled in Thailand later in April.
