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00:18:51

Greening the Grid: How Thailand's Renewable...

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2026/04/08

Thailand has the renewable incentive frameworks: UGT, FiT schemes, RECs, and direct PPAs. But the harder question is whether they're moving fast enough for a market that isn't waiting.In this panel, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, moderates a discussion with:Soon Cheng Kang, Senior Research Analyst, Data Centre Services & Infrastructure at S&P GlobalPaul Volodarsky, Partner & Head of Real Estate Practice at DFDLTogether, they examine what Thailand's renewable

00:16:43

Rethinking Digital Investment: Thailand's New Data...

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2026/04/06

As energy costs rise and capital strategies shift, Thailand must rethink its investment model to remain competitive in Southeast Asia's rapidly evolving data center landscape.In this panel, Nita Athakaiwalvathi (Neen), Senior Manager, Investment & Advisory at Cushman & Wakefield, moderates a discussion with:Simon Hamer, Chief Technology Officer, Evolution Data CentresPrinn Panitchpakdi, Chief Executive Officer, Four Seasons AdvisoryMatthew Silvester, Director, Meinhardt ThailandTogether,

00:28:49

Thailand's Rise as ASEAN's Digital Hub, Global...

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2026/04/01

Thailand’s emergence as a digital infrastructure hub is gaining momentum, fuelled by rapid data center expansion and increasing hyperscaler demand.In this panel, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, moderates a discussion featuring:Jeffrey Tay, Chief Development and Marketing Officer at Galaxy Data CenterPoraphan Sucharitkul, Head of Business Development at Telehouse ThailandPattaraphan Paiboon, Partner at Baker & McKenzie Amorn Harnkham, AI CERTs Training Director at PSTC AcademyTogether,

00:25:22

Powering Thailand's Datacenter Future:...

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2026/03/30

Thailand’s ambitions to become a regional data center hub hinge on its ability to address energy constraints, infrastructure readiness, and investment complexity.This opening panel at the latest Thailand Cloud & Datacentre Convention explores how aligning policy, capital, and connectivity can unlock the next phase of growth. From accelerating nationwide data center development to strengthening regional interconnectivity, all while balancing sustainability with long-term economic goals.Moderated

00:28:07

Sustainability as a Competitive Edge: The Future of...

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2026/03/25

As Malaysia’s data center sector continues to expand, sustainability is emerging as a critical competitive advantage. In this closing panel at MYCDC 2025, Jean Monson, Head of Infrastructure Project Finance Asia at MUFG moderates a discussion with:Noorzita Mohamad Nor, Director of Business Services & Regional Operations Division – Malaysian Investment Development Authority Malar Odayappan, Director of Sustainability and Climate Change, Just Transition Lead – PwC MalaysiaJames Rix, Head of Data

00:16:48

Building the Bridge: Resilient Data Center...

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2026/03/23

As Malaysia accelerates its digital transformation, the need for resilient and scalable data center infrastructure has never been greater. In this episode, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, sits down with Tho Lye Yit, VP of Design & Delivery at Bridge Data Centres, for a fireside chat on building the infrastructure foundation for Malaysia’s digital future.The discussion explores how resilient data center design supports business continuity and national digital strategy, while addressing the

00:22:47

Malaysia as a Regional Connectivity Hub:...

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2026/03/18

Malaysia is strategically positioned to become a regional connectivity hub, leveraging its geographical location, strong digital infrastructure, and government-driven initiatives. In this episode, Dr. Ahmad Tarmizi Mukhtar, President & Chief Executive, from Quad Destiny Holdings Berhad moderates an in-depth discussion with:Benedict Kwok, Chief Operating Officer – TM NexeraLloyd Lee, Head of Data Centre Operations & Service Delivery – Aims Data CentrePeter Macaulay, Fiber Architect –

00:23:53

The Intersection of Gen AI, Cloud Computing, and Data...

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2026/03/16

The convergence of Generative AI, cloud computing, and data center infrastructure is reshaping industries and accelerating digital innovation. In this episode, Freddy Loo, Founder from Tangram Advisory moderates an in-depth discussion with:Umang Varma, Head of Customer Engineering – Google Cloud MalaysiaIr. Ts. Maxx Wong Meng Fai, Head of Technical and Solutions – YTL Data CentersRob Freeman, Global AI DC Lead – Juniper NetworksTogether, they explore how Gen AI and cloud technologies are powering

00:26:02

Beyond Hyperscale: Building the Digital Foundation...

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2026/03/06

The rapid growth of AI and cloud is reshaping how data centers are designed, powered, and deployed. In this episode, Marcus Kan, Managing Director from Cundall – Singapore moderates an in-depth discussion with:Simon Vaughan, Managing Director – Malaysia, STACK InfrastructureDean Coetzee, Chief Operating Officer, EPI Group of CompaniesTogether, they explore what it takes to build AI-ready digital infrastructure, from site selection and reliable power to facilities capable of supporting high-density

00:17:19

Designing for Resilience: Constructing Interconnected...

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2025/12/16

In this episode, Ir. Aaron Chai Kao Khy, Liaison/Business Development Director at MEG Consult Sdn Bhd, moderates an in-depth discussion with:Carles Cortadas Guasch, Partner & CEO, B-Global TechYau Chau Fong, Managing Director, Duriane Professionals Sdn BhdTune in to hear practical insights on designing interconnected data centers, addressing operational risks, and enabling continuous digital services in an always-on digital economy.

00:18:33

The AI-Powered Bank: Building a Next-Generation Data...

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2025/12/12

In this Episode, Adam Mohamed Rahim – Senior Analyst at RHB Investment Bank speaks with:Mohammad Ridzuan Abdul Aziz – Independent Non-Executive Director, AEON Bank BerhadJovian Tan – CTO, Bitara Together, they uncovers how cloud-native cores, open finance, and AI are reshaping banking operations and driving the next generation of secure, scalable digital infrastructure.

00:27:52

When Connectivity Becomes a Risk: Securing Data...

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2025/12/09

As data centers scale at record speed, one question looms larger than ever: can security keep up?In this episode, Darsh Manimaran, Director at Cloud Security Alliance – Malaysia, moderates an in-depth discussion with:Ts. Suraya Hani, Senior Executive, CyberSecurity MalaysiaDmitriy Nikolaychik, Chief Technology Officer, irixRuban Bala, Digital Trust & Cyber Risk Advocate – BankingTune in to uncover the hidden gaps in modern data center security and the emerging risks shaping the future of digital

00:16:00

Carbon Neutrality Strategies: Achieving Net-Zero...

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2025/11/28

Malaysia’s data centers are stepping up to meet net-zero goals, but how can operators balance sustainability with cost and operational realities? In this episode, Gary Goh, CEO of Sprint DC Consulting, moderates a timely discussion with:Niranpal Singh, Managing Director – Malaysia, BayWa r.e. APACIr. Noor Iziddin Abdullah Bin Haji Ghazali, Head of Solar, Energy Storage & Energy Efficiency, North Consult Engineering🎧 Tune in to hear how the industry is powering toward a sustainable future.

00:17:50

Upskilling the Workforce: Strategies for a...

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2025/11/26

Episode 50 of the w.media Podcast welcomes Taufiq Hussien (Telin Malaysia, Indonesia International Office), Dr. Steven Khaw (Leadership Development Expert) and James Soh (Senior Data Center Consultant) in a discussion that is core to the future of digital development - workforce and talent training.

00:16:40

Beyond Uptime: Securing Malaysia’s Data Centers...

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2025/11/25

As Malaysia’s digital economy grows, data centers face new cyber-physical risks that go beyond traditional IT threats. In this episode, Anh Tien Vu (Frost & Sullivan) moderates a discussion with Ts. Saiful Bakhtiar Osman (PNB Commercial) and David Rajoo (Microsoft Security) on how IoT, AI, and cloud infrastructure are reshaping security strategies and what operators can do to protect their facilities and ensure resilience in a hyper-connected world.🎧 Tune in to discover how data centers are

00:12:15

Beyond Power: Architecting Sustainable and Scalable...

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2025/11/24

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping every aspect of data center design, operation, and sustainability. In this episode of w.media, Executive Editor Paul Mah speaks with Danny Wong, Senior Director – Infrastructure Solutions at Vertiv Asia, to explore how AI is driving the next wave of transformation across the industry.From green financing and intelligent power management to AI-driven design and operational resilience, Danny shares insights into how Vertiv is helping enterprises build resilient,

00:16:09

Cooling the Core: Strategies for Sustainable,...

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2025/11/19

As AI and cloud workloads surge, optimizing data center thermal management has become more critical than ever. In this episode of w.media Podcast series, Sreekumar Narayanan (Chief Growth Officer, BNB Security & Automation Solutions Pvt Ltd) and Jacob Wolfe (LEED AP, Global Key Account Manager, Hyperscale, Armstrong Fluid Technology) dive into innovative cooling strategies shaping Malaysia’s digital infrastructure, from smart automation and fluid technology to sustainable, scalable thermal

00:29:13

From Overflow to Epicenter: Navigating Malaysia's...

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2025/11/17

Once regarded as an overflow location for Singapore, Malaysia is fast emerging as a contender for APAC’s digital hub.But can it sustain this rapid growth amid rising costs, sustainability demands, and new government policies?In this episode, Paul Mah, Executive Editor at w.media, moderates an insightful discussion with:Ir. Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad, Vice President - Digital Adoption, MDECJoe Liew, Country Head and Head of Research - Malaysia, CLSAMahathir Bin Said, Chief Executive Officer, TM Nxera🎧

00:15:08

The Unseen Shield: Integrating Physical Security and...

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2025/11/13

As digital demand accelerates, the pressure on data centers to evolve has never been greater. In this episode of the w.media Podcast, industry leaders unpack how data centers are reimagining security, resilience, and design to meet the challenges of a high-density, always-on world.🎙️ Speakers:Simon Cheong Chi Lock – Regional Director, ENGIE ITS Pte LtdKar Choon Ng – Country Development Manager, RoxtecSuppan Saravanamuthu – Director, Head of Design & Construction (Asia Pacific), Iron Mountain

00:14:30

The Data Culture Revolution: How AI and Data Centers...

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2025/11/10

In this episode, our panel dives deep into how AI and data centers are converging to redefine productivity, policy-making, and innovation — from modernizing Indonesia’s education ecosystem to preparing local data centers for the AI era.💡 Moderator: Suryo Aji K. Soekarno – VP, Customer & Market Intelligence, Maybank Indonesia🎤 Speakers:Muhammad Ghifary – CTO, INA Digital EduDondy Bappedyanto – CEO, Biznet Gio NusantaraDambo Ren – Head of Cloud AI, SEA, Google CloudTune in to hear insights

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