U Mobile plans to exit DNB and build its own 5G network, aiming to cover 80 percent of Malaysia’s populated areas within a year. Partnering with Huawei and ZTE, the company will focus on advanced 5G features and enhanced indoor coverage while continuing to offer 5G services through a wholesale agreement with DNB.
India’s telecom operators must report all Chinese-made equipment still active in their networks, as part of a security review targeting firms like Huawei and ZTE. The move aims to limit future reliance on untrusted vendors while allowing existing systems to operate under strict oversight amid rising geopolitical and trade tensions with China.
U Mobile is ambitiously spearheading Malaysia’s second 5G network rollout, notably without state funding or local partnerships. Led by Tan Sri Vincent Tan, the company aims to deploy 5G within 15 to 18 months.
The FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel is advocating for a fast-tracked spectrum auction to replace Chinese telecom equipment, addressing national security risks. This urgent move, linked to cybersecurity threats like the Salt Typhoon attack, is pivotal for securing telecom networks.
Congress is tackling the challenge of replacing Chinese telecommunications equipment in U.S. networks by funding the “rip and replace” initiative. This boosts efforts to remove potential threats and secure rural telecommunications connections.
SoftBank and Nokia have partnered to research cutting-edge communication technologies, focusing on AI-RAN and 6G innovations. By leveraging Nokia’s Cloud RAN and conducting field tests, they aim to transform digital society. This collaboration underscores the critical role of AI in telecommunication, promising scalable and reliable communication networks essential for smart cities.
MasOrange, Spain’s leading mobile operator, is set to reduce Chinese equipment in its 5G network to mitigate geopolitical risks. From 2024, Huawei’s share will drop as Ericsson’s increases, targeting a full elimination by 2029. This transition ensures a robust 5G expansion, bolstering coverage across 100% of municipalities over 10,000 residents.
CelcomDigi has launched its AI Experience Center, AiX, in Malaysia to drive digital solutions across various industries. Located in Subang Jaya, AiX offers interactive simulations and showcases real-world applications in sectors like healthcare and logistics. Supported by global tech giants, this initiative underscores Malaysia’s commitment to advancing 5G and AI technologies.
Germany has officially banned critical components from Chinese telecom firms Huawei and ZTE in its 5G network infrastructure, citing security concerns. German telecommunications companies must eliminate Chinese equipment from core networks by 2026 and from 5G access and transport networks by 2029.
The sale of Vodafone Spain to Zegona Communications has been finalized following approval from Spanish regulators. This landmark deal, valued at €5 billion, includes €4.1 billion in cash and €0.9 billion in redeemable preference shares. Initially announced last October, the transaction received regulatory approval earlier this month. Zegona hailed the deal as the “largest ever reverse takeover.”
