Malaysia to exceed 25.5 per cent digital GDP by 2025 with expanded 5G - Gobind
The government is confident that Malaysia can surpass the digital GDP target of 25.5 per cent by 2025 through the expansion of 5G to services beyond telecommunications
Thu Jun 27 2024
MOH working with telcos to provide free access to HEAL Line 15555
The Health Ministry (MOH) is working with telecommunications companies to provide free access to the Mental Health Crisis Helpline or HEAL Line 15555.
Tue Jun 25 2024
Consumers, businesses set to benefit from second 5G network
Consumers and businesses are expected to enjoy the full benefits of 5G with more choices in the market
Tue Jun 25 2024
Malaysia ready to roll out dual 5G network - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said telecommunications companies involved in dual network model will complete the equity holding process in DNB on June 21.
Tue Jun 18 2024
Ministry of Digital spearheads bilateral collaboration in Cambodia
The Ministry of Digital and its agency MDEC embarked on an official visit to Cambodia from 10th to 12th March to participate in the DGF 2024.
Tue Mar 12 2024
PM meets with Grab founder, briefed on GX Bank's RM1.5 bln investment plan
GX Bank Bhd is a digital bank in Malaysia through a joint venture between Grab Holdings Ltd and Singapore Telecommunications Ltd (Singtel).
Wed Feb 28 2024
Communications ministry developing Strategic Framework 2024-2025 - Fahmi
Among the thrusts are enhancing telecommunications infrastructure and quality accessibility, strengthening telecommunications policies.
Tue Feb 06 2024
Fahmi takes bus ride from parliament to Putrajaya to assess quality of cellular service
The test aims to assess the network coverage provided by telecommunications service providers in Malaysia.
Tue Jan 09 2024
Australia to investigate Optus outage as customers seek compensation
The government would undertake a post-incident review into the outage that hit payments, transport and hospitals.
Thu Nov 09 2023
Govt, service providers to resolve bare telco tower issue in Sarawak
CelcomDigi, Maxis, U Mobile, TM Tech and YTL Communications will share the cost needed by the tower operators to provide 4G service.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Reconsider proposals relating to SST - Guan Eng
According to Budget 2024, the govt plans to increase SST rate to 8.0 pct, not inclusive of services such as F&B and telecommunications.
Wed Oct 18 2023
Myanmar Supreme Court rejects jailed Suu Kyi appeals
Aung San Suu Kyi is appealing dozens of convictions for crimes ranging from treason and bribery to violations of the telecommunications law.
Mon Oct 09 2023
Cheaper internet prices: MCMC in final stage of negotiations with service providers
Fahmi Fadzil said the reduction in internet prices also aims to decrease the inflation rate in the country's telecommunications sector.
Thu Sep 21 2023
5G: Maxis' participation in DNB shows recognition of its cost-effectiveness, says BMI
Participating telecommunication companies recognised that it would be more cost-effective to pool their investments, BMI said.
Mon Jul 24 2023
Good news for prepaid users this Monday - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said his ministry is currently discussing the matter with several major telecommunication companies to reach an agreement.
Fri Apr 14 2023
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024