132 - Can U Mobile deliver Malaysia's 2nd 5G network? What's next for DNB?

After over a year of waiting, Malaysia is finally getting a second 5G network to compete with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) as part of the country's transition from Single Wholesale Network (SWN) to Dual 5G network model. MCMC made a huge surprise on 1st November 2024 by announcing U Mobile, the smallest player among the three major telcos, to implement Malaysia's second 5G network. Is U Mobile the right candidate to build a new 5G network to compete with DNB? How was the selection made? Can MCMC ensure a healthy and sustainable dual 5G network environment with this decision? What would happen to DNB? Amin and Alex discuss on this episode of Let's Talk About. NOTE: This LTA episode was recorded on 8th November 2024