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The old model is broken. Telcos need to reinvent themselves

Singapore’s telco sector has gone through more than three decades of liberalisation and competition.

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M1-Simba deal collapse: A setback for consolidation, but not necessarily for Keppel or consumers

The sale of M1 to Simba was first announced in August 2025. The deal was valued at about $1.43 billion.

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News analysis

Simba-M1 merger is off, but industry consolidation will come

The much-anticipated Simba Telecom-M1 merger is dead. May 21 is the contractual deadline by which regulatory approvals must be satisfied for the S$1.43 billion proposed deal to go through.

Simba’s parent company Tuas terminates deal to buy shares in M1

Simba continues to operate its business in the Singapore telecommunications market.

Limited choices, slower customer service among key consumer concerns amid telco restructuring

Communicating proactively with consumers is key for restructuring firms to maintain trust, said experts.

Failed Simba-M1 deal could pose setback to Keppel, lead to more cost pressures for telcos

The failed Simba-M1 merger would prolong an aggressive price war and hurt telcos' earnings, analysts said.

ST Explains: Why is it important for telcos to stay on their approved radio frequency bands?

IMDA said Simba could be using certain radio frequency bands to provide mobile services without authorisation, which constitutes a breach of regulatory requirements.

Keppel to allow Simba’s bid for subsidiary M1 to lapse, explore new buyers

Earlier in the day, IMDA announced that it has suspended its review of Simba Telecom’s $1.43 billion bid for M1’s telecommunications business.

IMDA suspends review of proposed Simba-M1 merger amid probe into possible breach

M1 said it would be looking to reduce its capital expenses as its 5G network has been completely deployed.

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