Managing Director, Wong Weng Yew, has been featured in the “Success: The Insight Story” segment of The Sun’s Biz & Finance section. Published on June 3, 2026, the interview explores his leadership philosophy and the strategic roadmap for Extreme Broadband and Open DC Sdn Bhd. In the feature, titled “Build people first, then the company”, […]
Managing Director, Wong Weng Yew, has been featured in the “Success: The Insight Story” segment of The Sun’s Biz & Finance section. Published on June 3, 2026, the interview explores his leadership philosophy and the strategic roadmap for Extreme Broadband and Open DC Sdn Bhd.
In the feature, titled “Build people first, then the company”, he reflects on the journey of forging leadership in the trenches and the silent, essential work of building the nation’s digital backbone.
People-Centric Leadership:
Wong emphasizes that leadership is about having the most heart, not just the most resources. He notes that you build people first, and the people build the company. He also stresses the importance of maintaining an “Underdog Mentality” and keeping the “Day 1” hunger alive to redefine the industry.
The AI Infrastructure Shift:
The digital landscape is entering a profound new era. Our industry is evolving from serving as a transit for human interaction and streaming media into the nervous system for distributed intelligence. AI is quickly becoming the silent architect of our infrastructure, demanding efficient, sustainable, and responsible resource management.
Malaysia as the Digital Heart of ASEAN:
Wong shares his vision of Malaysia anchoring its own digital destiny through “Sovereignty-First” infrastructure. The goal is to build “smart,” inclusive infrastructure that transitions Malaysia from a transit point into a destination for innovation.
The Upcoming D8-1 Facility:
A major milestone for Open DC over the next five years is the development of D8-1, our hyperscale-ready green data centre in Kedah. Slated for completion by 2028, this facility will place energy efficiency at its core. Strategically positioned to create a new north-south digital corridor, D8-1 will serve as a natural convergence point for traffic between Southeast Asia, China, and Hong Kong.
For a complete look at our MD’s insights on technological revolutions, defending your vision with dignity, and the wisdom of the long game, we invite you to read the full interview.
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