News & Reviews:   KKD

Previously, we reported that the government is considering whether to follow Indonesia and ban TikTok Shop in our country. The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has since given an update on the matter, saying that relevant ministries and agencies will discuss what to do next.

The Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) has provided an update regarding the 5G coverage in Sabah. According to its Minister, Fahmi Fadzil, the network’s coverage in the East Malaysian territory’s populated areas is almost at 50 per cent as of 30 September.

The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has announced that our country’s current median 5G speed is at 485.25Mbps. As such makes it the fastest among Southeast Asian countries and the third fastest globally.

The Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) has claimed that our country is still lacking around 12000 cyber security experts in various fields to tackle cyber attacks. Its Minister, Fahmi Fadzil further elaborated that this is one of the challenges faced by the government in its national digitalisation agenda.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced that the government is aiming to ensure not less than 85% of rural areas get 5G coverage by the end of 2024. Accordingly, a target of at least 50% coverage for rural areas has been set for mid-2024.

You might be one of many wondering if it's time to get 5G. If nothing else, a large part of the country is set to be covered by the end of the year. The latest KKD report confirms we're getting close to the 80% target.

Previously, we reported on Indonesia’s move to ban TikTok’s e-commerce platform, TikTok Shop in the country. Now, the same move may end up being enforced in Malaysia too, as the government has announced that it is studying whether something similar should be done here.

The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has revealed that Sarawak received the highest allocation of RM4.46 billion under the National Digital Network (JENDELA) project. The allocation is meant to boost the territory’s connectivity and internet services.

The Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) has announced that a total of 47000 smartphones will arrive in our country this week. As part of the recently launched 5G RAHMAH Package, the smartphones are from Samsung and HONOR respectively.

The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) has revealed that while the 5G coverage in Malaysia is now at 66.8%, only 4.2% of the population is using the network. Hence, the government is looking at ways to increase 5G usage among the populace, including partnering with Samsung for more affordable 5G devices.