SWN model seen to raise stakes for telcos

KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of the single wholesale network (SWN) model is expected to add pressure on telecommunication companies (telcos) to readjust their business dynamics in an already competitive segment.

Under the SWN model, telcos will need to pay an upfront wholesale fee to Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), a special purpose vehicle that is rolling out the 5G network in the country.