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The Rise of Malaysia
ICT and semiconductor industry's growing interest in Malaysia.
The US-China trade war has resulted in many companies seeking non-Chinese production sites as alternatives.

Malaysia is receiving increased interest from the ICT and semiconductor industries and emerging as a viable destination for production relocation.

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Friday 13 September 2024
Malaysia says its tech boom will withstand US election ripples
Malaysia's goal of boosting investments in its growing technology exports sector is unlikely to be affected by the results of the US election, according to Trade and Industry Minister...
Thursday 12 September 2024
Revolutionizing battery technology: Q&A with Enovix CEO Raj Talluri
Established in 2007, Enovix leads the development and manufacturing of advanced 100% active silicon-anode lithium-ion batteries. In August, the company celebrated the grand opening...
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Walsin affiliate opens new PCB plant in Penang
Elna Printed Circuits, a subsidiary of PCB manufacturer Global Brands Manufacture (GBM) under Walsin Technology Group, has inaugurated a new PCB facility in Penang, Malaysia.
Monday 9 September 2024
Intel denies reports of changes to Penang expansion plan
Reports suggest that Intel's expansion plan in Penang, Malaysia, has been "partially delayed," sparking public curiosity about its potential connection to Intel's global layoff plan...
Friday 6 September 2024
Advanced packaging material sales to skyrocket in 2025, says Topco Scientific
Topco Scientific, a supplier of semiconductor materials, anticipates substantial sales growth for advanced packaging materials in 2025 due to demand generated by AI applications.
Tuesday 3 September 2024
Google reportedly considering mega data center in Vietnam
The Alphabet-owned company, Google, is reportedly exploring plans to build a large data center in Vietnam.
Wednesday 28 August 2024
Malaysian officials meet with Tesla, factory plans unlikely included
Malaysian officials recently met with Tesla executives to discuss the company's development plans in Malaysia.
Monday 26 August 2024
SEA cloud free-for-all intensifies as AWS expands new Malaysia Region
Amazon's subsidiary, AWS, announced that its Region in Malaysia is now open, and it will be investing over US$6.2 billion in the country through 2038. Recently, Microsoft has also...
Thursday 22 August 2024
Capacitor maker Apaq to expand factory site Malaysia
Apaq Technology, a specialist in solid electrolytic capacitors, has acquired land adjacent to its existing plant in Malaysia for a second phase expansion, with construction expected...
Thursday 15 August 2024
Tesla hits pause on Thai factory plans, focuses on charging stations; Malaysia and Indonesia left waiting
Tesla has reportedly paused its plans to build a factory in Thailand and will instead focus on establishing charging stations.
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Penang to host inaugural 2024 Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Summit with strong Chinese presence
Malaysia, after hosting SEMICON Southeast Asia in May, is set to hold the first Asia Pacific Semiconductor Summit and Expo (APSSE) from October 16 to 18, showcasing the country's...
Monday 12 August 2024
Government support fuels Malaysia's new Infineon Kulim plant
Infineon inaugurated its new 8-inch SiC semiconductor plant in Kulim, Malaysia, on August 8.
Friday 9 August 2024
Chang Wah Electromaterials appoints new CEO as subsidiary CWTC announces major US$100M expansion in Malaysia
Chang Wah Electromaterials Inc. (CWE), a leading semiconductor materials and distribution company based in Taiwan, recently held a board meeting where the promotion of General Manager...
Friday 9 August 2024
What makes Malaysia so attractive to companies like Enovix and Infineon?
Enovix, a next-generation 3D silicon-lithium battery design and manufacturing company founded in 2007, is a global leader in high-performance battery technology. On August 8, it announced...
Friday 9 August 2024
Five key takeaways from Infineon 8-inch SiC fab opening event
Infineon has built a new plant in Kulim Hi-Tech Park, Malaysia, dedicated to generating 8-inch silicon carbide (SiC) wafers. Here are five major takeaways from the new facility's...