MyRepublic promises to 'disrupt' telco industry with aggressive publicity stunt

Registration for mobile network testing is now open.

Fourth telco hopeful MyRepublic today launched its "My 4th Telco" campaign, which aims to garner and organise popular feedback and support for its bid to become the country's next telecommunications provider.

In a statement, MyRepublic promised to "disrupt the industry" by providing "generous" mobile data offerings.

My Republic will be building an entirely new, small­scale mobile network infrastructure to test their mobile network solution in a designated area within the Jurong Lake District.

Interested participants can sign up for MyRepublic's campaign and become part of its first public mobility trial.

Up to 1,000 MyRepublic SIM cards will be given free to selected trial participants, which will enable users to use 4G services within the boundaries of the trial coverage area.

Participants in the trial will be required to submit constructive feedback and commitment to certain requirements, such using the MyRepublic mobile network in the area for a minimum number of minutes.

MyRepublic CEO Malcolm Rodrigues said: “While the scale of this test is small, we’re excited to have the opportunity to work with the IDA in exploring the application of HetNet and small cell technology. This new technology promises better coverage and what we learn here will help us in planning for a nationwide mobile network roll­out.”