{
  "id": 14486093,
  "title": "Sovereign AI cloud to protect Malaysia's digital sovereignty, says Fahmi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/sovereign-ai-cloud-to-protect-malaysias-digital-sovereignty-says-fahmi",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-14T16:00:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1555684/sovereign-ai-cloud-protect-malaysias-digital-sovereignty-says-fahmi"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government is constructing a sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) cloud to safeguard classified information from foreign influence, stated Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil. This initiative is vital for maintaining Malaysia's digital sovereignty, particularly in securing sensitive government documents. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has previously mentioned this project, which is now being implemented. Fahmi emphasized that public cloud services could pose security risks, especially for classified data. The government plans to oversee the sovereign AI cloud through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Communications Ministry. Fahmi highlighted that providing reliable, high-speed, and affordable internet access is crucial for strengthening Malaysia's digital economy, which accounts for over 25.5% of the country's GDP. While the National Digital Network (Jendela) initiative has helped bridge the digital divide between urban and rural regions, connectivity challenges persist, particularly when users move beyond village areas. Fahmi noted that 5G technology could enhance agricultural efficiency through IoT and robotics. The government has allocated RM5 billion under Budget 2027 to expand Jendela's high-quality internet coverage, specifically targeting rural and remote areas.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: The government is developing a sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) cloud to ensure the country’s classified information remains secure and beyond the reach of foreign laws and policies, said Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Malaysia needs stronger fibre network to power AI boom – Fahmi",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/malaysia-needs-stronger-fibre-network-to-power-ai-boom-fahmi",
        "published": "2026-10-14T07:50:35.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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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."
}