The Raja Permaisuri Agong, Raja Zarith Sofiah, said artificial intelligence (AI) should be harnessed to improve the quality of life for society, rather than being pursued solely for economic gain. (Bernama pic)JOHOR BAHRU: Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia has called for the authorities, the private sector, and the public to evaluate the impact of data centre development in the country, particularly concerning the environment and the well-being of the community.

She said such an assessment must take into account the high consumption of electricity and water, land misuse, and the effects on the lives of the local community.

“I hope that the authorities, the private sector, and the public will evaluate the impact of ‘data centres’ in this country.