Rebecca PY DayOne has pledged more than RM28 billion in investments in Malaysia by 2026, positioning the country as its largest global hub. The move combines infrastructure expansion with major talent development initiatives to strengthen Malaysia’s digital economy.
MALAYSIA, 3 APRIL 2026 – DayOne Data Centers Limited has announced a cumulative investment commitment exceeding RM28 billion in Malaysia by the end of 2026, reinforcing the country’s role as a key regional digital hub and marking one of the largest data center investments in the nation.
The Singapore-headquartered company revealed its plans during the Tech & AI Career Expo Kuala Lumpur 2026, held with the support of agencies such as Malaysian Investment Development Authority, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, Social Security Organisation, and TalentCorp Malaysia.
As part of its expansion strategy, DayOne aims to make Malaysia its largest global operational footprint, accounting for more than half of its total workforce growth in 2026. The company plans to double its workforce locally, creating up to 1,200 direct jobs, while generating over 5,000 additional roles across the broader supply chain ecosystem.
A key component of this growth is the Phase II expansion of its Global Shared Services Center in Kuala Lumpur, expected to create over 200 high-value roles spanning finance, procurement, investment, and corporate functions. Meanwhile, its Regional Operations and Training Hub in Johor will play a pivotal role in developing AI-ready infrastructure capabilities, including the training of more than 1,000 data center engineers.
In parallel, DayOne introduced two new talent development programs focused on internships and graduate pathways, designed to equip young professionals with hands-on experience and fast-track career opportunities in digital infrastructure.
Speaking at the event, CEO Jamie Khoo emphasized Malaysia’s strategic importance, highlighting the company’s commitment beyond infrastructure to include talent cultivation and ecosystem development across the SIJORI growth corridor.
A video address by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi underscored the importance of collaboration between government, industry, and academia in building a globally competitive workforce and sustainable digital economy.
The inaugural Tech & AI Career Expo attracted over 1,000 participants, 30 companies, and representatives from 13 universities, including University of Malaya, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. The event featured leadership keynotes, industry panels, and practical sessions focused on AI applications, workforce development, and career pathways.
Government and industry leaders, including Howard Lee Chuan How, Lee Ting Han, and Ng Sze Han, also contributed to the event, highlighting a shared commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s position as a leading digital and infrastructure hub.
Following its Malaysia debut, DayOne plans to expand its talent engagement initiatives regionally, with its next Tech & AI Career Expo scheduled to take place in Thailand later this month, further aligning infrastructure investment with workforce readiness across Southeast Asia.