Johor Interconnect World Forum 2024

On 16 July 2024, Open DC and DE-CIX Malaysia proudly participated in the Johor Interconnect World Forum, an exclusive, invitation-only event that brought together over 200 industry leaders from Telcos, ISPs, IXs, TMT investors, and government agencies. The forum addressed key technology and investment trends and best practices in the digital infrastructure sector.

Key Highlights of the Event

• Exclusive Gathering: The forum featured over 200 industry leaders, including representatives from telecommunications, submarine networks, investment, data centers, power, and land development sectors from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and the surrounding region.
• Insightful Discussions: Attendees gained valuable insights from presentations and panel discussions led by thought leaders focusing on key strategies, projects, and initiatives related to digital infrastructure investment and development in the Johor region.
• Networking Opportunities: The event provided an excellent platform for networking with leaders in various industries, allowing participants to connect with end-users, hyper-scalers, and government representatives to explore future collaborations between Johor and Singapore.

Panel Discussion: Can Malaysia Do Better to Be the Next Connectivity and Data Center Hub?

Mr. Weng-Yew Wong, Managing Director of Open DC and Member of the Board of Management at DE-CIX Malaysia, participated in a panel discussion titled “Can Malaysia Do Better to Be the Next Connectivity and Data Center Hub?” He shared several key points:

• Expanding Johor Bahru’s Connectivity Landscape: As a key player in the Johor market, Open DC and DE-CIX Malaysia are committed to revolutionising the region’s connectivity landscape. Our mission extends beyond traditional services, focusing on creating a dynamic meeting point for connectivity providers, hosts, and content providers through our internet exchange.

• A Crucial Meeting Point: The internet exchange serves as a vital hub where diverse players converge, fostering a robust environment for seamless connectivity. This collaborative space is essential for enhancing Malaysia’s current connectivity scenario, where more meeting points are needed. Currently, the major connectivity hubs are in Kuala Lumpur and Cyberjaya, leaving a significant gap in other regions.

• Addressing the Connectivity Gap: To emerge as a regional hub, Malaysia must establish additional meeting points where content providers can effectively connect with their audience. Open DC and DE-CIX Malaysia propose developing the Johor Bahru interconnection point to attract more players to the southern region, facilitating local interconnections and reducing dependency on Kuala Lumpur and Singapore for traffic routing.

• The Vision for Johor Bahru: The vision for the Johor Bahru interconnection point is to create a significant improvement in the industry. By encouraging more players to interconnect locally, they aim to streamline traffic flow, reduce latency, and enhance overall connectivity. This initiative will bolster Johor Bahru’s position in the connectivity landscape and contribute to Malaysia’s goal of becoming a regional connectivity hub.

To know more about DE-CIX connectivity, do send us your enquiries at enquiry@de-cix.my.

About Open DC

Open DC is a leading provider of data centre solutions, specializing in carrier-independent high-bandwidth access within secure and resilient environments. We offer a variety of managed solutions for a diverse range of clients, from small start-ups to large corporates. Our services facilitate the exchange of Internet traffic and peering activities through the Johor Bahru Internet Exchange, ensuring reliable and efficient connectivity for businesses throughout the region.

For more information about our data centre services, please send your enquiry to enquiry@opendc.my.