Malaysia’s AI Boom Could Break the Power Grid

Malaysia is racing to become a top destination for data centers. These facilities power artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. But this rapid growth may push the country’s electricity supply to its limit. Data centers use huge amounts of power. As more centers open, demand for electricity will rise sharply. Malaysia’s current power system may struggle to keep up. The government is trying to balance economic growth with energy security. Without careful planning, the data center boom could lead to power shortages.