20 August 2025

Malaysian telco U Mobile officially launched its standalone 5G network, dubbed Ultra5G, in two key locations on Monday, with an initial emphasis on delivering high-quality 5G experiences within indoor environments.

Having secured the rights to operate Malaysia’s second 5G network in November 2024, U Mobile rolled out Ultra5G at its headquarters in Berjaya Times Square (BTS) and at Penang Bridge 1, where coverage is supported by two dedicated 5G cell sites.

19 August 2025

CelcomDigi, Maxis, and YTL Power International have collectively contributed an extra MYR350 million into Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), the entity responsible for Malaysia’s 5G wholesale network. This move aims to bolster DNB’s operational capabilities as the company prepares for the launch of U Mobile’s second 5G network.

In disclosures filed with Bursa Malaysia, CelcomDigi and Maxis revealed that each will invest a further MYR116.67 million into DNB, on top of their initial MYR233.33 million contributions made under share subscription agreements finalised in June 2024. These investments were initially intended to acquire stakes in DNB. The additional funding raises each operator’s total investment to just over MYR350 million, amounting to a combined total of slightly over MYR1 billion from the three major shareholders.