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Yesterday, Malaysia’s 5G rollout hit a major milestone: as of August 2025, high-speed connectivity now reaches 82.4% of populated areas nationwide, a huge leap from just 4% in 2021. This rapid expansion reflects the government’s push under the Malaysia MADANI framework to close the digital divide and ensure inclusive access to next-gen infrastructure.

CelcomDigi is stepping up its cybersecurity game with the launch of MobileSHIELD, a new AI-powered mobile security app designed to help Malaysians take control of their digital safety. From scam protection to identity monitoring, MobileSHIELD offers all-in-one defence against today’s most common mobile threats.

In a high-profile announcement at the White House, President Donald Trump revealed that Apple will invest an additional $100 billion in the United States, bringing its total domestic commitment to $600 billion over the next four years. The move is part of a broader push to expand Apple’s U.S. supply chain and manufacturing footprint, and comes amid escalating tariff threats targeting overseas production.

foodpanda Malaysia has officially launched pandasafe, a nationwide safety initiative designed to protect and empower its delivery partners through a permanent, data-driven safety ecosystem. The programme was unveiled at foodpanda’s headquarters and officiated by Malaysia’s Minister of Transport, YB Anthony Loke, who praised the initiative as a bold step forward in supporting the country’s gig economy workforce.

As we reported before, Trump wants to impose a 25% tariff on any smartphone not manufactured in the US. In a recent interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box, he announced that new tariffs on semiconductors and chips will be unveiled within the next week. The move could have major implications for tech companies and consumers alike.

It was only a few days ago when we reported that Samsung is planning to launch the Galaxy S25 FE earlier than expected. According to fresh leaks from Korea, the company is gearing up to unveil its next Fan Edition device on 19 September 2025.

We have talked about the iPhone 17 series getting a price hike this year. According to multiple leaks and analyst reports, the base model may retain its $799 price tag, but the iPhone 17 Air, Pro, and Pro Max are expected to cost $50 (~RM211) more than their predecessors.

Tired of traditional storybooks for children? Most people won't ever think of this, but some may want to create their own stories. If that's you, this piece of news could be interesting for you. Yesterday, Google announced a new generative feature for Gemini AI.

Before the previous Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, some people predicted that the Galaxy S25 FE would be one of the devices showcased at the event. That didn't happen, but the phone is still scheduled to launch soon. Some specs are already out, and now we even know the colours.

As many of you may know, the annual Apple event in September is when the company introduces its latest iPhones. Of course, Apple is also expected to showcase some new smartwatches. Among the latter will be the Apple Watch Ultra 3, which is reportedly getting some upgrades.