Malaysia Draws First Data Center Protest Over Pollution, Water
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The rapid increase in data centers in Malaysia came under the microscope on Saturday, with the AI-driven buildout drawing its first public protest in the Southeast Asian country.
More than 50 people gathered in front of a data center construction site close to a residential area in the southern state of Johor, demanding an end to dust pollution and compensation for any negative impact that the project might have on their health. The protesters also expressed concern the facility will impact their water supply.