{
  "id": 12820669,
  "title": "Bukan sekadar liputan, rangkaian 5G perlu diyakini, kata penganalisis",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/bukan-sekadar-liputan-rangkaian-5g-perlu-diyakini-kata-penganalisis",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-08T07:38:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2026/10/08/bukan-sekadar-liputan-rangkaian-5g-perlu-diyakini-kata-penganalisis"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) is developing a new 5G network that will double its capacity and support 5G-Advanced and artificial intelligence (AI) applications. This comes as Malaysia transitions from expanding coverage to utilizing the technology in various sectors like manufacturing, logistics, hospitals, and critical infrastructure. DNB has entered a new phase of 5G development, backed by a RM5.2 billion investment and the allocation of powerful new spectrum starting October 1. After achieving over 80% coverage in July, DNB activated the new 3.3–3.4 GHz spectrum, known as F-Zero, this month, doubling its network capacity to support 5G-Advanced and AI applications. Meanwhile, U Mobile's 5G network has reached 90% coverage in 10 countries. Analyst Jamil Ghani states that Malaysia already has the necessary infrastructure to use advanced 5G technology, including network slicing and dedicated 5G networks. PhD researcher from Singapore's National University of Singapore, Jamil Ghani, emphasizes that the technology can be applied in factories, ports, hospitals, and other critical infrastructure. However, he stresses that its use requires truly reliable networks, not just protection from cyber threats. Ghani adds that cybersecurity is essential, but trust also needs to encompass the reliability of the supply chain, reliance on technology providers, continuity of services, data management, and ability to maintain service during large-scale cyber attacks or geopolitical tensions. Trust means certainty, according to Ghani, that multinational companies must ensure not only that their 5G networks are safe to use but also that the technology and supply chain supporting their operations can be trusted. Companies must consider their own foundations, cybersecurity needs, data management, and compliance with regulations in different countries. Companies must also evaluate geopolitical risks, export controls, or power outages that could limit access to equipment, parts, and technical support. Trust currently means certainty and freedom of choice, which means confidence that geopolitical tensions in other countries will not suddenly disrupt operations or cause compliance problems in Malaysia. Malaysia currently has two 5G networks using different technologies from Ericsson (DNB) and Huawei and ZTE (U Mobile). Ghani says the variety of technologies can increase confidence in the country's 5G network, aligning with a Frost & Sullivan report and research by Frost & Sullivan. Having genuinely different technology options has strategic value, but it should not be seen solely as a competition between East and West. Malaysia's advantage lies in its freedom to choose technology, not aligning with any power bloc, according to Ghani. This approach allows companies to choose technology suited to their needs without Malaysia having to align with any geopolitical power. Ghani also dismisses the idea that using different technology in two 5G networks will create unnecessary infrastructure fragmentation. He says the key differentiating component is more important, including the radio system, backbone network, network management, security, and maintenance. However, physical infrastructure such as telecom towers, cables, and parts of optical fiber networks can still be shared between operators. The aim is to ensure users have genuine technology choices, not build redundant infrastructure unnecessarily. Ghani believes that having two independently controlled 5G networks can encourage competition and increase the resilience of Malaysia's telecommunications industry. However, he warns that this benefit may diminish if both networks become overly dependent on technology from the same provider ecosystem. If both networks are too reliant on the same provider ecosystem, Malaysia may be more exposed to risks such as software vulnerabilities, power outages, or export restrictions, according to Ghani. In this case, Malaysia needs to maintain technological diversity alongside ensuring different systems can operate seamlessly without incurring unnecessary costs. For Ghani, this is strategic autonomy, ensuring Malaysia always has the freedom to choose and adapt.",
  "summary": "Jamil Ghani berkata perlu ada rangkaian 5G selamat, berdaya tahan dan menawarkan pelbagai pilihan teknologi bagi keperluan ekonomi serta industri.",
  "key_points": [],
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Bukan sekadar liputan, rangkaian 5G perlu diyakini, kata penganalisis",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/bukan-sekadar-liputan-rangkaian-5g-perlu-diyakini-kata-penganalisis-12824262",
        "published": "2026-10-08T07:38:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}