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U Mobile Named Top 5G Network Provider by Ookla and OpenSignal
Independent audits reveal U Mobile as the leading 5G operator in Malaysia following the deployment of its proprietary ULTRA5G network infrastructure.
U Mobile Net Losses Hit RM1.62 Billion Amid Aggressive 5G Expansion
Rapid infrastructure investment drives U Mobile’s widening deficit as the telco prioritizes market share gains over short-term profitability.
Southeast Asian Mobile Network Emissions Climb 20% Amid Green Energy Hurdles
A new GSMA report highlights a significant rise in carbon emissions across regional telco operations despite increased data traffic and connectivity.
Omesti Group Faces RM7.64 Million Legal Dispute Over Telekom Malaysia Project
Technology firm Omesti and its former subsidiary have been served with a lawsuit concerning unpaid software implementation fees.
U Mobile Secures Top Network Spot in H1 2026 Rankings
Ookla names U Mobile Malaysia's top network for the first half of 2026, marking a pivotal moment before the telco's transition away from the DNB 5G infrastructure.
U Mobile Leads Malaysian Network Rankings as Ipoh Records Fastest Speeds
U Mobile captures top honors in Ookla’s 2026 connectivity report while Unifi takes the lead in video streaming performance.
Tune Talk Taps Former Police Official to Lead Digital Safety Campaign
Former Selangor Deputy Police Chief Sasikala Devi Subramaniam joins the telco to advocate for safer digital environments for Malaysian families.
Government to Consolidate Nadi and Rural Centres to Improve Service Efficiency
The initiative aims to streamline resource allocation across the nation by merging the operations of National Information Dissemination Centres and Rural Community Centres.
MyRepublic Expands Hyperpeer Gaming Optimization Service to Malaysia
The new subscription-based routing service aims to reduce lag for gamers regardless of their existing home internet provider.
U Mobile Introduces 2Gbps 5G-Advanced Home Broadband Across Peninsular Malaysia
The new ULTRA Home 5G Pro service aims to push fixed-wireless boundaries, offering multi-gigabit connectivity without the need for traditional fibre infrastructure.
U Mobile Launches 2Gbps 5G-Advanced Broadband Plan with WiFi 7 Router
The new ULTRA Home 5G Pro plan introduces Malaysia’s first 8x8 MIMO 5G-A connectivity for home users at RM98 per month.
U Mobile Introduces ULTRA Home 5G Pro with 2Gbps Speeds
The new broadband service leverages 5G-Advanced technology to offer high-speed connectivity without the need for fixed fibre installations.
U Mobile Launches Ultra Home 5G Pro Featuring WiFi 7 Technology
The new broadband plan offers speeds of up to 2Gbps and incorporates 5G-Advanced technology for high-performance home connectivity.
CelcomDigi Launches Massive 1,631GB Data Pass for RM6.90 Through September
Prepaid and postpaid subscribers can now access over 1.6 terabytes of mobile data for a nominal fee to support heavy data usage during the festive season.
CelcomDigi and HELP University Forge Alliance to Bridge Digital Skills Gap
The telco giant and local university are launching work-based learning models to prepare students and professionals for a rapidly evolving digital economy.
Axiata Group Profits Surge as Cash Flow Hits RM678 Million
The telecommunications giant more than doubled its underlying profit in the first half of the year, bolstered by strong operational cash flow.
CelcomDigi Launches Voice Firewall to Combat Rising Scam Calls
The telco giant is integrating a new network-level security system to automatically block fraudulent calls and protect subscribers from digital threats.
CelcomDigi Deploys Network-Wide Voice Firewall to Combat Rising Scam Calls
The telco provider has implemented an automated detection system that identifies and flags millions of fraudulent calls before they reach subscribers.
Selangor and MCMC Partner to Deploy Filtered Public Internet Access
The state government and federal regulator are extending filtered web access to public and private institutions to enhance digital safety.
CelcomDigi Reports Steady First Half Earnings Performance
Kenanga Research maintains an outperform rating on CelcomDigi following solid growth in the first half of the 2026 financial year.
CelcomDigi Earnings Strengthen as Merger Synergy Drives Operational Efficiency
RHB analysts have raised the target price for CelcomDigi to US$0.90 as the firm accelerates cost savings following network integration.
Vibe Mobile Enters Malaysian Market with U Mobile-Powered 5G Plans
The new MVNO offers prepaid connectivity starting from RM17 monthly by leveraging U Mobile’s extensive network infrastructure.
Astro Announces Content Lineup to Mark Three Decades of Broadcasting
The Malaysian broadcaster will roll out a series of local productions from August through December to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
U Mobile Announces Strategic AI Integration Partnership With OpenAI
The Malaysian mobile operator is the first local telecommunications provider to collaborate with the creator of ChatGPT.
U Mobile Secures Top 5G Performance Metrics in Latest Opensignal Report
The telco dominated Opensignal’s 5G performance rankings shortly before completing its full transition away from the national network provider.
Malaysia To Pilot Direct-To-Device Satellite Connectivity Under JENDELA Phase 2
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil confirms upcoming satellite trials in Sabah to enable mobile connectivity without traditional cell towers.
U Mobile Launches Innovation Hub to Advance 5G-Advanced and AI Technologies
The new Enterprise Innovation Platform serves as a research and development centre for local businesses to explore next-generation connectivity and artificial intelligence.
Mobile sector set to add US$1.4 trillion to Asia Pacific economy
Growth in the mobile industry is expected to reach US$1.4 trillion by 2030 as connectivity evolves alongside new digital priorities.
U Mobile Debuts Enterprise Innovation Platform to Spur 5G-A and AI
The new collaborative hub offers Malaysian businesses a controlled sandbox to develop and test advanced digital solutions.
U Mobile Debuts Enterprise Innovation Platform to Accelerate 5G-A and AI Adoption
The new hub serves as a collaborative space for businesses, academia, and tech partners to develop and test advanced digital solutions.
