News & Reviews:   Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission

Back in April 2021, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has proposed a new Mandatory Standards for the Quality of Wireless Broadband Service (MSQoS). This initiative is scheduled to begin in August 2021 but it has been met with disagreements by our local telcos. 

Just a few hours ago, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just issued a new statement to remind our local telco operators about advertising the confusing data promotion and unlimited internet packages. The group have already taken action and will address the problem in order to protect the interest of consumers.

Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just posted an announcement that Malaysians would be able to have a free call during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri holidays. In this short announcement, all the local telcos are in agreement that the free calls will start from 10 PM today (12 May 2021) until 10 AM (13 May 2021).

Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just announced that the free 1GB Internet data will continue until 31 July 2021. As usual, the five telco companies - Celcom, Digi, Maxis, U Mobile and Telekom Malaysia have agreed to extend the provision of this daily Internet data for education purpose.

Just recently, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) announced that they are focusing on expanding the internet to more rural areas. In fact, they have listed up to 839 remote locations and an evaluation is being tendered from eligible service provider licensees.

Yesterday on 15 April 2021, there was a second quarterly Jendela report by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). While it was a rather long report, sources have pointed out that the 4G LTE and internet network strength are still being criticized over the past few months.

Today, The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has issued a new statement about prioritising Internet installation of communication services in priority areas. In order to fast track and resolve the issues of delays, they also listed out steps to ensure better service to the people.

With 5G connectivity underway by the end of 2021, it was also mentioned that this technology will be leased through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company. If you think it sounds like a closed market, that's because it is but the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) would like to clarify further about that.

In light of the recent event about J&T Express employees throwing delivery boxes on purpose, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just stated that they requested the company to explain on the issue. At the same time, MCMC also gave a warning to the management and hope they can improve customer packaging handling procedures. 

Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has just issued a statement that they did not warn against the usage of the #SiBodohKauDengarSini (translation - listen here, you idiot). In case you missed it, there is an on-going trend in Twitter with the hashtag and it's now an act of criticism against the Malaysia Government handling the pandemic. Before we get into the details, here's what MCMC said.