News & Reviews:   Fahmi Fadzil

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has given an update regarding Malaysia’s upcoming second 5G network, revealing that 4 mobile network operators (MNOs) have submitted bids for the network. The MNOs are CelcomDigi, Maxis, Telekom Malaysia (TM) and U Mobile.

The display of Ringgit money exchange to other world currencies was pulled from Google Search last March after it several times gave incorrect values. It must be admitted that since then the process of changing the currency to Ringgit became a bit tedious, making us ourselves have to move to Bing. So, what should you know about it?

The Minister of Communications, Fahmi Fadzil has now shared Malaysia's efforts to license social media platforms so that the platforms are more responsible in receiving the attention of several countries, and also expressed interest in following the same steps. Among those who have already contacted the MCMC regarding this matter is the UK communications regulatory body, Ofcom.

Following the speculated news of our Malaysian government possibly creating a new social media app, it didn't take long for Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil to debunk it. Long story short - he said it would be "too costly for the government to build its own social media platform".

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today revealed that the 1st version of the code of conduct for social media platforms will be enforced starting 1 January 2025. He added that engagement sessions with all social media platform stakeholders will be held soon to create the code of conduct.

Previously, we reported how social media and internet messaging services in Malaysia must apply for a Class Licence beginning today. Now, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has clarified that the licence is only meant for social media and internet messaging operators, hence it won’t affect individual users.

The Malaysian Sports Event (SUKMA) 2024 will make history in the country when it will be the first SUKMA to be broadcast through 5G-Advanced (5G-A) technology, allowing the organizers to broadcast it with ultra-low latency (ultra-low latency) and efficiency higher for live broadcasts. Now, a few local telcos have joined the fray. So, what should you know about it?

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has revealed that Meta’s social media platforms lead other platforms in complying with Malaysian laws. On the flip side, X (formerly Twitter) is the worst offender.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has called upon members of the Komuniti MADANI to download the “Price Catcher” app to assist the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in addressing the issue of sudden price hikes in the country. He added that consumers can easily compare prices through the app and find sudden increases in the prices of certain goods.

The Communications Ministry today announced the Rahmah Student Prepaid Package which offers a minimum of 30GB of data for under RM30 and 180-day validity. Its Minister, Fahmi Fadzil said that the package can be subscribed starting 16 August.