Saifuddin Abdullah

MDEC, CIMB Islamic ink US$2.4 mil MOU to scale Agtech pilot
The MDEC-CIMB Islamic MOU will extend an extensive micro-financing programme aimed at helping farmers adopting digital technology to improve yield and revenue.
Malaysia's 5G spectrum conundrum: A blessing in disguise?
Unpredictable turn of events have forced Malaysia to delay its initial aggressive plans to award 5G spectra to mobile operators. But is this necessarily a bad thing? Edwin Yapp explores these complex issues in a Malaysia that has been dominated by Covid-19 headlines and a change in government in 2020.
MDEC’s Malaysia Tech Month 2020 Spotlights nation as Global Investment Destination
Month-long initiative showcases efforts to expand digital economy in region Goal to fortify confidence in country as compelling digital & tech investment hub
Poladrone unleashes the Oryctes agricultural spot precision drone
The rhinoceros beetle is a pest to oil palm plantations; Poladrone’s latest innovation utilises RTK positioning to monitor and provide spot spraying to keep them at bay.
Taking aim at digital divide, Huawei Malaysia Launches TECH4ALL Remote Education
Single IdeaHub Smart Screen shared with schools in Indera Mahkota Part of efforts to support UN Sustainable Development Goals on education
Malaysia’s Science and Technology ministry & Communications and Multimedia ministry drive Digital Economy Task Force
Ministers co-chair first meeting, goal to stimulate economic growth 15 high impact programmes discussed, with startup involvement key
Al-Ishsal Ishak’s term as MCMC chairman ended abruptly, Fadhullah Suhaimi appointed as new chairman
The Malaysian Ministry of Communications and Multimedia has announced a new chairman, who replaces Al-Ishsal Ishak, whose 2-year tenure has been ended 4-months early.  
Huawei launches ASEAN Academy, aims to empower Malaysia’s digital talent
Dedicated training module aims to nurture Malaysian talents across various business and technology sectors.
Ministry of Communications and Multimedia reinforces commitment to Malaysian digital creative content during challenging times
A recent industry engagement for the Creative Content sector in Malaysia by MDEC found that the digital creative content industry has been severely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Two specific programmes are in place to mitigate challenges during and post-MCO.
KKMM, MDEC Welcome US$57.7bil Economic Stimulus Package
US$1.04bil in collaboration with BNM covering five key initiatives US$115.5mil micro-SMEs scheme including creative industry & online traders
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