KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 26 — Malaysia's median 5G speed is 485.25Mbps, ranked the fastest amongst Southeast Asian countries and third worldwide, said Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
This is based on Ookla's Speedtest Intelligence data's latest results for 2023's third quarter.
"These achievements are a testament to the quality and integrity of the world-class 5G network developed by Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) in Malaysia.
"As of end-September, our 5G adoption rate stands at 7.4 per cent with approximately 2.5 million mobile users subscribed to the 5G network," he said during the launch of DNB's 5G Experience Centre today.
Since the start of the 5G network rollout two years ago, the focus has been on consumer adoption so enterprises can access a growing customer base.
Fahmi said it is critical to recognise that 5G represents the foundation for the imminent technological and industrial revolution, to accelerate adoption amongst consumers and enterprises.
On the 'My5G Portal', he said it demonstrates the government's commitment to positioning Malaysia as a digital hub.
"The centre serves as a valuable resource for companies, public services, academia, and the wider public aiming to embrace 5G technologies.
"It is critical to recognise that 5G represents the foundation for the imminent technological revolution. Although the 5G transition may have challenges, all stakeholders must embrace this platform and harness its potential," Fahmi said.
Through the centre, DNB aims to show 5G-powered technologies' true capabilities in automation, artificial intelligence, extended reality (X), and robotics, promoting 5G adoption among enterprise leaders in the public and private sectors, as well as the general public.
My5G Portal is a collaborative effort between DNB and its key partner, Ericsson, and an ecosystem of over 20 local and international solution partners.
It catalyses knowledge sharing, ideation, and co-creation, driving the advancement of 5G technology and its adoption on a global scale.
— Bernama
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Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil (centre) launches Digital Nasional Berhad's 5G Experience Centre in Kuala Lumpur, on October 26, 2023. — Picture via FACEBOOK/FAHMI FADZIL[/caption]
