Elon Musk's Starlink eyes direct-to-device satellite internet trials in Malaysia
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CYBERJAYA: Telecommunications giant Starlink is looking to conduct trials of its direct-to-device, or direct-to-cell, satellite internet technology in Malaysia.
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Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said this could potentially expand internet access to areas without telecommunications towers, particularly in sparsely populated locations.
"Representatives from Starlink recently met with me to brief me on a service they intend to trial in Malaysia on a pilot basis, namely direct-to-device, or direct-to-cell, technology.
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- Jul 30, 2026
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