Penang first northern state to have 5G network coverage


Chow (right) speaking with YTL Communications CEO Wing K. Lee (left) at the recent 5G launch in Penang. — Bernama

GEORGE TOWN: Penang is now the first state in the northern region to have fifth-generation (5G) broadband cellular network coverage after its launch in the state last Friday.

Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said through the first phase of the 5G implementation plan in Penang, by Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB), a total of 151 sites have been identified to launch the 5G spectrum in areas on the island this year.

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