Blackberry, Malaysian government sign cybersecurity agreement

Security focused: Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil (second from left) witnessing the signing ceremony between MCMC and Blackberry. — Bernama

SAN FRANCISCO: BlackBerry Ltd signed a long-term software and services agreement with the Malaysian government to strengthen the country’s “cybersecurity posture”.

BlackBerry said the landmark deal will enable the Malaysian government to leverage the full suite of its trusted cybersecurity solutions and support the integrity of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission or MCMC while upskilling the nation’s workforce with advanced cybersecurity technology and training.