Today, U Mobile has announced a new strategic partnership with VIBE Mobile, further expanding its growing Mobile Virtual Network Operator ecosystem in Malaysia. Through the collaboration, U Mobile will provide VIBE Mobile with access to its next-generation 4G and 5G network infrastructure, including domestic connectivity, international services, and roaming capabilities.

In conjunction with U Mobile's mega ULTRA5G suite of plans launch, the company has also been officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records for achieving the fastest 5G network rollout in the country. The award highlights the telco’s rapid deployment of its next-generation 5G network, setting a new benchmark for speed and execution within Malaysia’s telecom industry.

At MWC 2026 in Barcelona, U Mobile has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd to collaborate on digital innovation initiatives powered by 5G-Advanced (5G-A), artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging technologies. The partnership aims to accelerate the development of advanced applications aligned with U Mobile’s digital transformation roadmap, while supporting Malaysia’s broader digital economy ambitions.

In case you missed it, U Mobile has signed a three-year 5G wholesale agreement with Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM) at the end of February. At the same time, TM confirmed and exercised its contractual rights to terminate its existing 5G wholesale access agreement with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). As you can imagine, this didn't sit well with DNB.

Today, U Mobile has signed a three-year 5G wholesale agreement with Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM), marking a significant development in Malaysia’s evolving dual-network 5G landscape. The appointment follows a structured evaluation process, underscoring U Mobile’s technical expertise, service capabilities and ongoing nationwide 5G rollout. The company is targeting 80% Coverage of Population (COPA) by the second half of 2026, with deployment said to be progressing ahead of schedule.

Before the end of the week, CelcomDigi silently revamped and updated its Postpaid 5G portfolio. The refreshed lineup is designed to match different data habits while keeping core benefits consistent, including unlimited calls, port-in rebates on selected tiers, and flexible supplementary line options.

In case you missed it, Maxis has announced its new Maxis Family Plans, positioning the offering as an all-in-one connectivity solution designed to simplify how households manage home internet and mobile lines. Marketed around the idea of “More Connections, Less Complications,” the plans combine high-speed fibre broadband, unlimited mobile data, and bundled entertainment into a single package.

CelcomDigi has announced a new lineup of prepaid mobile Internet passes aimed at users who want always-on connectivity with full access to 5G speeds. The new Prepaid 5G Hyper and Power passes are targeted at Gen Now users who stream, game, scroll, and work on the go in Malaysia.

The Selangor government recently reportedly signed a new agreement with the national network communications body, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, to accelerate the process of the smart city development agenda in the state. So, what should you know about it?

Last week, U Mobile strengthened its footprint in Bangsar with the opening of its first full-service retail store at Telawi Square, marking another step in the telco’s ongoing push to bring services closer to customers. As Malaysia’s newest 5G network provider, the company says the new outlet is designed to offer a more convenient and personalised retail experience for both new and existing subscribers.