{
  "id": 16286934,
  "title": "New-generation MyKad records 275,785 issuances in first month",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/new-generation-mykad-records-275-785-issuances-in-first-month",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T06:12:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/24/new-generation-mykad-records-275785-issuances-in-first-month/240434"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KULAI, October 24 — The National Registration Department (JPN) has issued a total of 275,785 new-generation MyKad nationwide from its launch on September 17 to October 20, with Johor leading the way with 31,392 cards. The Home Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, reported that the figures indicate a positive public response to the new-generation MyKad, which boasts 53 security features, compared to the 23 in the previous version. These enhancements include a transparent window, QR code, ultraviolet features, hologram, and microtext. The new-generation MyKad aims to ensure the identity card's security features remain relevant amidst technological advancements, following the 12-year use of the previous generation. Saifuddin stated that JPN has taken steps to further upgrade the security features, hence the term 'new-generation MyKad'. The Home Minister emphasized that the public need not rush to replace their existing MyKad, as JPN assured sufficient card supply to meet demand. Currently, about 24 million existing MyKads are in circulation, while JPN received an average of 200,000 applications per month for various purposes. The importance of possessing a MyKad is increasing due to various government initiatives requiring its use, such as purchasing petrol and cooking oil, and redeeming Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA).",
  "summary": "KULAI, Oct 24 — The National Registration Department (JPN) has issued 275,785 new-generation MyKad nationwide sinc...",
  "key_points": [
    "JPN issued 275,785 new-generation MyKad in first month",
    "Johor led with 31,392 cards during September 17-October 20",
    "New MyKad features 53 security enhancements over previous version"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The rapid adoption of the enhanced identity card signals a nationwide shift toward more sophisticated security measures designed to keep pace with evolving technological threats and government digital initiatives.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "New-generation MyKad records 275,785 issuances in first month",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/new-generation-mykad-records-275-785-issuances-in-first-month-16286960",
        "published": "2026-10-24T05:41:08.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}