Google’s proposal for a massive data center near Dublin hit a roadblock after South Dublin County Council rejected it due to sustainability concerns. The tech giant failed to detail the facility’s future impact on Ireland’s strained power grid. With data centers expected to consume a third of the country’s energy by 2026, Google now faces the challenge of appealing the decision or revising its plans.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched a new cloud region in Malaysia, fueling AI and data center growth across Asia-Pacific. This $6.2 billion investment will boost Malaysia’s economy by $12.1 billion and create 3,500 jobs annually through 2038. The expansion highlights Malaysia’s growing importance in the tech industry.
