News & Reviews:   Fahmi Fadzil

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil recently revealed that Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp and Telegram have been identified as the most preferred platforms for scammers to commit fraud in Malaysia. He added that losses from scams and fraud on these 4 platforms had easily reached hundreds of millions of ringgit.

The implementation of 5G in Malaysia will prioritise 67 strategic industrial zones to maximise the benefits of this technology. So, what should you know about it?

Social media giant Meta is currently in the final stages of obtaining a Service Provider (ASP) Class License in Malaysia. So, what should you know about it?

As we previously reported, both Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and MyDigital ID are now sorting out their rollout after a not-so-good rollout last year. The second 5G network has been announced but delayed and the MyDigital ID servers crashed due to an influx of new user registrations

Previously, we shared how the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) removed 63,652 pieces of fraudulent online content on social media in 2024. Well, it looks like the new year will bring more of the same, as MCMC has received over 4,000 requests to remove online content so far in 2025.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that a total of 318 telecommunications transmitter stations or towers nationwide affected by floods in November until today have resumed operations. He added that only 5 affected transmitter stations are currently out of service.

Previously, we shared how Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his dissatisfaction at the rollout delays of the second 5G network by Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), as well as the MyDigital ID initiative by the company with the same namesake. Now, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that Anwar has given both MyDigital ID and DNB a deadline to tackle the delays of both initiatives’ rollout.

A total of 266 out of 577 telecommunication towers under the National Digital Interconnection Plan (JENDELA) Phase 1 are still not operational. It has also exceeded the nine-month target period set. That might explain the low internet coverage in rural areas. So, what should you know about it?

During the Engine Lubricant Contribution Program yesterday, our local Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil made a statement that telcos need to do better in providing affordable internet packages to taxi and e-hailing drivers.

News of social media platforms required to apply for a license from the Malaysian government is certainly a controversial one. That said, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil recently told the media that the government cannot give more time for social media licensing to deal with online crimes.