KUALA LUMPUR, October 30 – Malaysia’s swift embrace of cloud computing, alongside the critical importance of cybersecurity, took center stage at a high-profile event hosted by Jabatan Perdana Menteri Unit Penyelarasan Pelaksanaan (JPM ICU) and Edaran. Held at Adya Hotel Chenang Langkawi, the event featured CDNetworks, an APAC-leading network providing Edge as a Service, and offered valuable insights and practical experiences for securing ICT infrastructure and services. In 2022, the Malaysian cloud computing market was valued at USD 1.3 billion, and it is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26.6% from 2022 to 2027.
This growth is propelled by various factors, including the government’s digital transformation initiatives, the rising demand for cloud-based services across businesses of all sizes, and the increasing popularity of mobile and internet-based services. During the event, one of the primary challenges discussed was the necessity of addressing on-premises challenges. CDNetworks shared innovative solutions to help businesses establish robust security measures at the foundational level, rather than as an afterthought. One such innovation introduced by CDNetworks is Application Shield, a cloud-based web service protection solution. This platform seamlessly integrates Web Application Firewall (WAF), DDoS protection, and CDN acceleration.
It operates on CDNetworks’ central cloud defense engine, constantly evolving to safeguard web applications against emerging threats and attack vectors, ensuring the continued safety and availability of businesses. CDNetworks also unveiled API Shield, an API security service tailored to identifying and rectifying vulnerabilities in APIs while enhancing overall API security. Additionally, CDNetworks’ Dynamic Web Acceleration was designed to expedite content delivery to end-users, enhancing user experiences and fostering customer loyalty. Yien Wu, Head of Sales, SSEA and ANZ at CDNetworks, emphasized their commitment to supporting Malaysia’s digital growth and ensuring fast and secure online interactions.
