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flag Malaysia plans rapid data center growth, targeting 1.6 gigawatts by 2025, but faces resource strain concerns.

flag Malaysia aims to boost its economy by developing data centers, targeting 1.6 gigawatts of capacity by 2025, making it Southeast Asia's fastest-growing market. flag However, experts caution that this growth could strain local resources, including water and electricity, affecting businesses like fish exporters. flag Data centers, while promising economic benefits and high-paying jobs, may consume more land, water, and electricity than anticipated, creating what some call "digital colonialism," as most centers serve international markets rather than local needs.

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