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Ushar Daniele

Ushar Daniele is an independent journalist based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. For over a decade, Ushar has covered politics, climate, the environment, and business. Her work has appeared in Al Jazeera, VICE, CNN, South China Morning Post, Channel News Asia and The New York Times.

The Rise of AI 6 November 2024

Malaysia’s new data centers create thousands of jobs — and worries about power and water shortages

Data centers for companies like Google, Amazon, and Nvidia are transforming Johor state, with locals bracing for higher real estate costs and resource shortages.

Illustration of a man and woman in traditional muslim attire, holding a remote control and a bowl of popcorn. Nurflix is playing in the screen behind them.

Digital Divinity 30 September 2024

Nurflix, Malaysia’s sharia-compliant streaming platform

The company is hoping to fill a niche for content that adheres to Islamic values in the Muslim-majority country.

A photograph of a Proton e.MAS 7 car with the word 'Hello' written on the blue car body in multiple languages, a few people are standing around it.

EV Revolution 4 September 2024

Malaysia’s homegrown car brands bank on cheaper models to compete with Tesla and BYD

Proton and Perodua are betting on low prices and an emotional connection with Malaysia’s drivers to compete with BYD and Tesla.