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DNB, Ericsson & eMooVit Enhance Autonomous Bus Experience with 5G

DNB partners Shopee and Telcos to accelerate 5G adoption amongst Malaysian Retail MSMEs

DIGITAL NASIONAL BERHAD (DNB) APPOINTS NEW MEMBERS TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

DIGITAL NASIONAL BERHAD (DNB)’S RESPONSE TO CHANNEL NEWS ASIA (CNA) ARTICLE ENTITLED “Malaysia’s billion-dollar 5G roll-out stumbles as deal breaks down between powerful telcos, state-owned operator”

DNB obtains ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification for ISMS

Mobile Network Operators Execute Share Subscription Agreements with Digital Nasional Berhad

DNB and Ericsson Collaborate with Ministry of Higher Education to Equip Students with Digital Skills through 'MY5G Ericsson Malaysia Pioneers Programme'

Digital Nasional Berhad unveils ‘My5G Portal’, an experience centre showcasing the future enabled by 5G

eXtended Realities XRHub Ignites Malaysia’s Immersive Technology Ecosystem

DNB and Ericsson launch online academic programme on 5G and digital technology in Malaysia

Digital Nasional Berhad on Target for 80% 5G Nationwide Coverage in 2024; end 2022 target exceeded, reaching ~50%

Digital Nasional Berhad Responds to Maxis Berhad (@MaxisListens)

Malaysia’s 5G Network Will Exceed 40% Coverage by End-2022 And on Track to Meet 80% by 2024

Response to Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM) on the 5G Network Deployment

The DNB 5G Single Wholesale Network – A platform to enable innovation and economic growth

Mobile Network Operators Execute Share Subscription Agreements with Digital Nasional Berhad

Share subscription agreements between mobile network operators and Digital Nasional Berhad to be concluded soon

Digital Nasional Berhad and Ericsson demonstrate high-definition voice call over Malaysia’s 5G Network

Beware of fake recruiters using DNB’s name

DNB Welcomes Decision by the Government to Retain Single Wholesale Network for National 5G Deployment

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

Top In Tech - Episode 22

Performance of Malaysia’s 5G Network

5G to Drive Drone Technology Innovation: Digital Nasional Berhad collaborates with Aerodyne to explore the 5G future with drones

Digital Nasional Berhad Responds To Amanz.my Article

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Response to media statement of YB Dr Ong Kian Ming on 7 February 2022

Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Technology Clusters in MRANTI Park

Economic Impact Report Forecasts DNB’s Single Wholesale 5G Network to Create RM122 billion in GDP and 148,000 jobs in 2030

Digital Nasional Berhad Makes Considerable Progress On Malaysia’s 5G Network Rollout

Digital Nasional Berhad On Track To Launch Nation’s 5G Network By End 2021

Digital Nasional Berhad Appoints Two New Members To Its Board

Updates on 5G developments in Malaysia

Sony Xperia 5V Malaysia release - Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage from RM4999

Selangor targets 100 per cent 5G coverage by 2025

IPTA, Army Camps, Expressways among focus of JENDELA plan

Fahmi: 5G coverage in Malaysia now stands at 73pc

Second 5G Network Provider to Appoint Vendor Based on Governance - Teo

Yes 5G officially offers the lowest Apple iPhone 15 series plan in Malaysia, from RM21/month

Honor X9b 5G: New toughest smartphone in Malaysia, large 5800mAh battery, priced at RM1,499

KKD: Malaysia’s median 5G speed is fastest in Southeast Asia, 3rd globally

4,363 5G sites have been developed

The Samsung Galaxy A54 5G & Galaxy A34 5G are coming to Malaysia soon

Senator: 227 of 587 5G sites in Sarawak developed as of Feb 2023

HONOR Magic5 series and Magic Vs to launch in Malaysia in April 2023

EdgePoint: Bridging Gaps From Malaysia To Digital ASEAN Infrastructure For Towering Connectivity

OPPO A98 5G receives SIRIM certification, may launch in Malaysia soon

Malaysia’s 5G price ‘cheapest’ in the world at 13 sen per GB: insider

NVIDIA GeForce Now Cloud Gaming Service Goes Live In Malaysia: Currently In Beta

MRANTI, DNB, and Ericsson Extend MoU to Boost Technology Clusters In MRANTI Park

Ookla Says Yes Is The Fastest Mobile Network Provider In Malaysia

DNB-Ericsson’s Sarawak 5G Education Solution Showcased at Mobile World Congress 2023

Ensuring Equitable Access: Why Malaysia’s 5G Roll Out Approach is the Way Forward

Minister: 3,906 5G sites built since project launched, DNB spent RM1.89b

Ericsson demonstrates how S’wak can benefit from 5G technology at Mobile World Congress 2023

M’sia can expect 80% 5G coverage by 2024, MDEC signs MoU to spur development of use cases

DNB-Ericsson’s Sarawak 5G education showcase featured at Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona

Oppo Find N2 Flip Malaysia: Everything you need to know

Budget 2023: KKD submits suggestions to MOF, wishes for good news

‘CDMU’ telcos make new bid for 5G dual wholesale network

Malaysia must ensure its interests protected as 5G matures

246 network connectivity structures to be installed in Kuching for 5G speeds

Skilled digital workers contribute US$105b to Malaysia’s annual GDP

Malaysian 5G rollout: Camouflaged costing acrobatics

High time 5G connectivity made a priority for Sarawakians, says deputy minister

DNB must take responsibility to ensure the safety and security of Malaysia national data through 5G implementation

DNB, Ericsson showcase 5G capability at long-distant discourse

ASEAN Dialogue Partners Interested to Support Malaysia’s 5G Roll Out

DNB confirms 5G accessible in 38% of populated areas in Malaysia after rebuke over coverage claims

Cover Story 1 Tong's Portfolio: Budget 2023: Clear decisive fiscal policies, please — to stimulate investments and create good jobs

Telco source refutes DNB’s claim that telcos choose when and where 5G will be available

DNB seen to remain as single 5G network source

Communications and Digital Ministry to announce 5G service with added features in March

MYStartup in partnership with DNB announces winners for Hackathon 2022

Ericsson, Intel to collaborate to accelerate Malaysia’s digitalisation journey with 5G

Transforming Malaysia from a regional actor to a global leader in 5G ― Amit Mital

Yes 5G WiFi Spot Hands On: The Telco’s Latest Attempt To Showcase 5G Network

MYStartup Partners DNB to Solve Corporate Problems through MYStartup Hackathon 2022

DNB says national 5G coverage reaches almost 50%, exceeds 2022 goal

APU, DNB ink partnership on sensor tech, edge computing, AI, extended reality

TM adds 100GB FUP for Unifi Mobile’s unlimited monthly prepaid data pass, 10GB cap for hotspot

Emir Research’s 5G proposal will cost up to five times more: UK firm

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra finally supports 5G in Malaysia

iPhone users in Malaysia can finally connect to 5G after iOS 16.2 update

iPhone 5G Malaysia: Here’s what you need to enjoy 5G on Celcom, Digi and U Mobile

DNB says 5G network roll-out ahead of schedule

DNB should welcome PM’s scrutiny on 5G roll-out – Zainul Arifin

Kulim Hi-Tech Park is 5G connected, first in Kedah

DNB : 5G network is now available in parts of Kelantan, Sabah and Sarawak

DNB said its 5G network is on track to exceed 40% coverage by the end of 2022

DNB refutes Maxis’ claim that 5G is only available in Cyberjaya and Putrajaya

Telecommunication - A year of transformation towards better connectivity

Melaka launches 5G network covering 41 on-air areas

Yes 5G will launch a new GeForce NOW cloud gaming service to Malaysians soon

DNB: 80% 5G coverage by 2024, not 10 years as FMM thinks

Malaysia's 5G network recognised globally at prestigious Glotel Award in London

Ericsson, DNB achieves record distance for gigabit speeds over Malaysia's 5G network

A billion people will soon have 5G connections

Ericsson supports M'sian govt's ambition to deliver new era of growth, connectivity

Celcom-Digi merger completed, becoming largest local listed technology company

92 5G network stations in Sarawak ready by year-end

Sibu to enjoy 5G connectivity by next year, says municipal council chairman

5G Is Rolling Out. So What’s Next for Businesses in Malaysia?

Ericsson Mobility Report: 5G to become leading technology in SEA by 2028

Opensignal: Malaysia’s average 5G download speed is 172% higher than Thailand but 14.3% lower than Singapore

Unifi Mobile 5G now works with Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G after getting One UI 5 with Android 13

ZTE leads digital transformation in Malaysia’s 5G Ecosystem

Julaihi: Sarawak hopes to achieve full communication coverage by 2030

Unifi Mobile 5G now works with Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G after getting One UI 5 with Android 13

Celcom-Digi merger as Malaysia’s largest telco is almost complete after approval from shareholders

Opensignal: Malaysia’s 5G Download Speed Is Almost 17 Times Faster Than 4G

Opensignal - Malaysian 5G users experiencing 16.8x faster download speeds than 4G & more

U Mobile prepaid customers can now enjoy Unlimited 5G Weekends for free

5G coverage in Melaka expected to reach 55.2 pct by year end

Finance Minister: Local telcos saved RM30 billion by signing the DNB 5G access agreement

82 sites identified in Sarawak for 5G network rollout

Samsung made a new record of setting 1.75Gbps download speeds in a 10KM 5G mmWave field trial

Yes 5G reveals how working with DNB is like... and more

Digi postpaid users can unlock 5G for free on 10 November 2022 onwards

Annuar Musa: 12 million users in Malaysia to enjoy 5G network access by year-end

Malaysian MNOs can potentially save RM30 bln over 10 years with 5G -- Tengku Zafrul

Yes expands 5G commercial services in Ipoh, now available in selected locations

Ericsson expects 4 million Malaysians to sign up for 5G in 2023

Uni5G: TM offers unlimited 5G data from RM35/month on Unifi Mobile

Celcom offers free 5G access for these postpaid and prepaid plans starting 1st November

Review – The Letter “T” On Xiaomi 12T Is For The Best

U Mobile signs agreement with DNB, 5G to be commercially available for U Mobile postpaid & prepaid users soon

Kelantan to get 5G service earlier - Annuar

Five telcos execute access agreements to lease DNB's 5G network

Celcom and Digi sign 10-year 5G access agreement with DNB, commercial 5G services available soon

Malaysian telcos have until the end of October to sign 5G access agreements with DNB

DNB Deploys 5G In Perlis, Pahang, and Kelantan Ahead of Schedule

5G rollout progressing on schedule for more users

Yes Launches Its First Experience Store In Lot 10

Uni5G: TM teases 5G is coming soon on Unifi Mobile

Six MNOs to execute 5G access agreements by end-October — DNB

Minister clarifies confusion over percentage of 5G access in major towns

Mobile operators execute subscription deal with 5G provider DNB

Four major telcos take up equity stakes in DNB

MenKOMM clarifies confusion over percentage of 5G access

Four Malaysian telco firms agree to take stakes in govt 5G agency

2023 Budget: DNB to expand 5G network to cover 70pc of highly-populated areas

DNB: Celcom, Digi and TM are expected to roll out 5G services starting this month

Digital Nasional Berhad: Expect Telcos To Turn On 5G This Month

Kenanga says it believes four of six telcos will soon sign SWN deal

Realising the Potential of 5G Private Networks

New Xiaomi 12T Pro announced with 200MP camera and 120W fast-charging

DNB has set up 2,119 5G network sites: Annuar

Altel is ending its prepaid services by the end of 2022, here’s what you need to know

Broader 4G coverage in the interior of Sarawak

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Malaysia: 120Hz display, Snapdragon 695 and 50MP camera with OIS, available from RM1,099

Malaysia, China sign MOU on digital telecommunications cooperation

Opensignal awards Yes as Malaysia’s top telco for availability, but what does that mean?

Budget 2023: YTL Communications calls for more 5G-related incentives to accelerate usage

Annuar Musa: Equity participation in DNB at final stage involving four service providers

Agreement on 5G expected to be finalised end of the month

Malaysia is the first in Asia to use Ericsson's ultra-lightweight radio for 5G deployment

Equity participation in DNB at the final stage, says Annuar

Comprehensive Internet access throughout Sarawak by 2024, says Annuar Musa

Malaysia's 5G network first in Asia to use Ericsson's ultra-lightweight radio

After missing several deadlines, Annuar Musa hopes Malaysia’s 5G agreements will be settled by 30 Sept

Annuar Musa: Comprehensive internet coverage throughout Sarawak by 2024

Yes Wireless Fibre 5G Plan Goes Official: 120Mbps For RM148 Per Month

Celcom 5G FUT users get free 5G data in Malaysia, 5G roaming in 15 countries

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G and A53 5G are now officially RM150 cheaper in Malaysia

Penang launches 5G services

Malaysia launches DE Rantau to accelerate growth of the Digital Economy

Celcom starts 5G user trials offering free unlimited data and 5G roaming option

Malaysia in good position to achieve RM70b target for digital investments by 2025 — PM

PM: Malaysia in good position to achieve RM70 bln target for digital investments by 2025

Penang International Airport 5G Network Is Now Live

SWN model seen to raise stakes for telcos

Malaysian Drone Technology Action Plan 2022-2030 To Be Developed

Drone industry has potential to contribute RM50.71bil to GDP, says PM

Agriculture in the Age of 5G

DNB says 5G access talks with six MNOs progressing under separate, independent track

Share subscription agreements between mobile network operators, DNB to be concluded soon

Telcos and DNB to conclude share subscription agreements soon

Digital Nasional Berhad Confirms Last Minute Changes To Telco Shareholder Agreements

DNB says 5G access talks with six MNOs progressing under separate, independent track

DNB: 4 telcos remain interested to take stake in Malaysia’s 5G single wholesale network

Annuar Musa: MCMC to decide on DNB deal Aug 29, talks with telcos going well

MCMC to finalise DNB deal on Aug 29, signing on Aug 31

Celcom likely to kick off consumer 5G trials in Sept: CEO

Celcom in positive progress for 5G deal with DNB as deadline edges closer

MCMC to decide on DNB deal on Aug 29, signing set to meet end-month deadline

TM in final negotiations for 5G launch

MCMC to decide on DNB deal on Aug 29, signing set to meet month-end deadline

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

Ibrahim Sani’s Notepad: 5G Revolutionary Taking Over the Nation

Maxis and U Mobile have till today to accept terms for 5G rollout or risk missing out

KL to end 5G negotiations this week; two Big Four telcos could miss out

5G gets under way with Ketereh as first rural pilot project

Transforming Malaysia into a digital economy

Malaysia to be a manufacturing hub for Ericsson’s 5G equipment in Asia Pacific

Ismail Sabri launches Ketereh Digital Hub, 5G internet service

Ketereh Becomes The Country’s First Rural 5G Project

Ismail Sabri launches Ketereh Digital Hub, 5G Internet Service

PM launches Ketereh Digital Hub, 5G internet service

Ketereh is Malaysia’s first rural location to get 5G under pilot project

Malaysia to be a manufacturing hub for Ericsson's 5G equipment in APAC

Parliament: Despite initial hiccups, 5G coverage in M’sia at 27%

TM and Time are major winners of 5G rollout

Internet bandwidth in Malaysia surges to all time high: MyIX

Comms Minister: 1000 Schools To Get 5G Network By Year End

Annuar Musa: 1,000 Schools In Malaysia To Receive 5G By End Of The Year

Minister said 1000 Malaysian schools are expected to be equipped with 5G by the end of 2022

5G service in stages, latest by September 2022 - Annuar

Telcos can own up to 12% stakes in DNB individually: source

Report indicating telcos to receive discounts on 5G wholesale pricing is erroneous, says DNB CEO

Annuar: 5G rollout in stages, latest by September 2022

Merger won’t give telcos more power over 5G decisions: DNB

After Maxis outage, industry forum calls for compensation over telco disruptions

Merging of telcos does not guarantee decision-making power in DNB, says CEO

K-KOMM: M’sians will be able to access 5G network by September 2022 following DNB agreement

DNB equity stakes to be reviewed after Digi-Celcom merger

DNB stake sale to telcos likely to be done in two months — CEO

5G deadline remains or Malaysia risks losing out to peers - Tengku Zafrul

Opensignal: Malaysia Currently Has The Second Fastest 5G Network In The World

5G deadline remains or Malaysia risks losing out to peers - Tengku Zafrul

Zafrul: DNB stakes for 5G rollout may be opened to new players

5G deadline remains or Malaysia risks losing out to peers: Tengku Zafrul

5G deadline remains or Malaysia risks losing out to peers - Tengku Zafrul

DNB, Ericsson make first high-definition voice call over Malaysia's 5G network

DNB, Ericsson demonstrate high-definition voice call over Malaysia’s 5G network

DNB and Ericsson conduct first 5G voice call that doesn’t rely on 4G

DNB, Ericsson demonstrate high-definition voice call over Malaysia's 5G network

Digital Nasional, Ericsson carry out first-time VoNR call in Malaysia over live 5G network

YTL Communications Launches 5G Services

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 can now connect to DNB’s network via Yes 5G

Malaysia Readies $3.7 Billion 5G Network as Telcos Mull Stakes

Board-represented PNB and EPF vote against Axiata’s Indonesian Link Net buy

OPPO Find X5 Pro 5G is Now Compatible with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB)’s 5G Network

Malaysia readies RM16b 5G network as telcos mull stakes

DNB: Samsung, Oppo devices added to 5G-compatible list

Government firm on telcos having equal stake in Digital Nasional Bhd

Celcom will meet June 30 deadline

Celcom to meet negotiation process deadline with DNB on 5G network​

No govt decision on telcos’ 51% ask yet, deadline stays

Celcom to meet negotiation process deadline with DNB on Malaysia’s 5G network

Cover Story: Making meaningful connections

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, vivo X80 and X80 Pro are now compatible with DNB's 5G network

Samsung Galaxy A33 and A53 can now connect to DNB’s 5G network

DNB Expands 5G Device List With POCO F4 GT, Samsung Galaxy A & S22 Series, vivo X80

HONOR Magic4 Pro Appears On DNB 5G Device List Ahead Of Malaysian Launch

Minister: Negotiations between telcos and Digital Nasional Bhd on 5G service agreement still ongoing

The Healing Hands of 5G Healthcare

5G talks continue

TM to expand fibre network to additional 6m premises by year-end

MCMC: Cost concerns of DNB 5G access offer to telcos to be settled in a week or two

Ensuring the success of 5G

Reluctance of MNOs gives opportunity for new player

MCMC defends decision to stick to SWN model for 5G rollout

5G rollout will transform country's digital economy

TM, DNB sign agreement relating to RM2b deal on 5G service

Ministry Of Finance Holds Nation’s First 5G eSports Tournament

MOF's E-Sports Carnival uses 5G technology, attracts 297 participants

MoF's E-sports carnival adopts 5G technology

MOF's E-Sports Carnival uses 5G technology

M'sia smartphone market grew in 2021, remains flat in 2022: IDC

Now 5G smartphones are outselling 4G handsets worldwide

Digital Nasional Berhad: Finance Ministry will begin negotiations, offers on 5G network to telcos, says minister

MP SPEAKS | Monitoring 5G rollout and 4G ramp-up

Latest 5G plan may accelerate rollout at lower cost and with better governance, say analysts

Telcos hail decision on 70% stake in DNB

DNB welcomes govt decision to maintain SWN, seeks to engage with telcos

Malaysia 5G rollout to utilise SWN model, telcos to hold 70pc equity share in DNB

Single network maintained for 5G, DNB majority stake to be sold

Malaysian telcos accept decision to use SWN model

Govt to maintain SWN model for 5G rollout, offer 70% stake in DNB to MNOs, says finance minister

YTL calls for mobile network operators to support govt's 5G vision

Making progress in diversity and inclusivity

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

31 Questions Over Malaysia's 5G Roll-Out

COMMENT | Should M'sia abandon its SWN 5G rollout?

Ericsson asserts that it won 5G contract from DNB on merit

Should Malaysia abandon its single wholesale network for 5G rollout?

5G rollout gathers speed on ‘encouraging’ response

The State of the Nation: U-turn on 5G risks more than GDP growth loss

DNB collaborates with Aerodyne to explore 5G future with drones

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

AWANI Global: Advancing Malaysia’s 5G Journey

Telcos will place profits over people if they roll out 5G: Kian Ming

Precision 5G rollout

Malaysia advised to stand firm on SWN for 5G

Sarawak teen goes viral after embarking on two-hour trek for online university interview (VIDEO)

Open response to the letter from Ong Kian Ming concerning mobile network operators in Malaysia and the 5G rollout

Why Samsung and iPhone devices can’t connect to 5G in Malaysia? Here’s DNB’s response

Dual wholesale network model in 5G implementation will create confusion, says expert

Opensignal: Late 5G uptake causing Malaysia, Singapore to fall in download speed rankings

United Nations 5G adviser says DNB’s single wholesale model viable, dual system can be messy

5G - The Malaysian odyssey

Digital divide could widen if 5G data costs more than 4G, consumer groups warn

Supporters of dual wholesale network mum on costs to consumers

Dual wholesale network to add another level of complexity, delay country’s 5G rollout, says RHB Investment Bank

Ericsson installs NOC to monitor 5G network

Telcos-backed model to delay 5G execution, cause excess capacity and cost more: Digital Nasional

Ericsson opens operations centre for DNB's 5G network

DNB:营运复杂恐拖慢推行 5G基建多元模式不利

Will DWN model add another level of complexity, delay 5G roll-out?

Cover Story: Ensuring fiscal sustainability

Ericsson to deliver world-class 5G Experience

Ericsson will deliver a world class 5G experience to Malaysia

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

5G in Memoriam? Goodbye 5G Malaysia

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

A Day Using 5G Internet in Malaysia

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

5G Indoor Testing, IPv6, App Download & Gaming

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

Notepad with Ibrahim Sani: Ericsson in Malaysia

5G tech in action at ZTE HQ in China​

5G That’s Fast, Unlimited, No Speed cap, No FUP, No Quotas?

Does 5G interfere with aircraft systems in Malaysia? Here’s MCMC response

5G: The real story by Malaysia's Finance Minister, Tengku Zafrul

On the controversy over DNB’s 5G single wholesale network: DNB responds

The State of the Nation: Going all-in on DNB to accelerate 5G or maintaining the status quo

Scam and fake letter of invitation to participate in non-existent projects

Much ado over Malaysia’s against the grain 5G approach

Rural connectivity remains poor with industry giving focus on urban areas

Report: Disregarding competitors, Telekom Malaysia signs up for 5G pilot trial, Celcom likely next

Reports put Malaysia’s 4G speeds at global bottom tier

After DNB (and analysts' concerns), it's Ericsson glossing 5G edge for Malaysia

5G: Price to obtain three spectra set using reference access order, Dewan Rakyat told

Auctioning 5G spectrum could see consumers paying higher prices: Annuar

DNB to focus on cost recovery: Ralph Marshall

No govt guarantees for 5G financing, says DNB

DNB completes world’s first 5G RAN trial integration with five telcos

DNB the most regulated body under MCMC: Annuar

DNB to make 5G data prices public, telcos will pay much less per GB than what they are spending on their own 4G network

UOB Malaysia provides RM800mil loan to Ericsson for 5G rollout

UOB Malaysia provides financing to Ericsson Malaysia

DNB gets Malaysia ready for 5G

Telcos post-5G rollout

Telecommunications - So Long, 3G. Hello, 5G

Connectivity brings communities closer in line with Malaysian Family concept – TS Annuar

Ericsson-Digital Nasional 5G partnership timely, in line with 12MP objectives

Ericsson confident of meeting Digital Nasional's 5G deployment targets

Single wholesale network for 5G roll-out will help lower cost expert

3G network to be shut down by end of the year

Safeguarding the road to 5G in Malaysia … but for whom?