Bridge Data Centres’ Malaysia Bet

Eric Fan, Chief Executive Officer, Bridge Data Centres

14-Nov-25 08:00

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As demand for AI and cloud computing soars, the Bain Capital-backed, Singapore-based, Bridge Data Centres is betting big on Southeast Asia and Malaysia in particular. CEO Eric Fan explains where their next hyperscale hubs will likely rise as well as how to keep them cool, efficient, environmentally sound and profitable. We also find out if going public is in their plans.

Produced by: Tun Hizami Hashim

Presented by: Keith Kam

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Categories: technology

Tags: bain capital, data centres, singapore, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence,

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