KUCHING: Users of Sarawak based e-wallet, S Pay Global (SPG) can rest assured that their data is protected.
Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Datuk Seri Julaihi Narwai said that it was essential to clarify that all infrastructure and data related to SPG were hosted locally within Sarawak (State Data Centre).
“Operated and maintained by a local in-house development team in collaboration with trusted technology partners, SPG operates on a robust security infrastructure to safeguard user data.
“The data is securely stored within our shores without being shared with any technology partners. Despite working with the technology partners, there is no disclosure of user data during the collaboration,” he said in a statement yesterday (Mar 31).
Julaihi added with stringent measures and an unwavering commitment to transparency, users could trust that their data is safe and secure.
“We encourage everyone to continue utilising SPG with confidence, knowing that their data is protected and without worry of compromise,” he said.
Julaihi also said SPG was a Sarawak-based payment solution owned by SiliconNet Technologies Sdn Bhd (SNT), a subsidiary of Sarawak Information Systems Sdn. Bhd. (SAINS), wholly owned by the Sarawak government.
“SNT collaboration with UnionPay focuses solely on integrating their cross-border payment services, with no involvement in sharing user data.
“The same goes with Jiguang JPush SDK where it is utilised solely for app push notification services,” he said.
Julaihi added that SPG operated within a highly regulated environment and underwent regular audits to ensure compliance with security and data protection measures mandated by relevant authorities.
SPG, launched by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg in 2017, is a digital payment platform that provides convenient and secure cashless payment solutions to users across Sarawak.
