SpaceX’s satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially commenced operations in South Korea. By doing so, the company is expanding its worldwide low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite coverage. It is positioning itself to be a crucial provider of…
BBIX, Inc., commonly known as BBIX, has recently announced the growth of its strategic alliance with RETN. This enhancement of their collaboration is built upon a prosperous long-term relationship in Japan, where RETN has been serving as an official reseller…
In a collaborative effort to enhance safety and enrich the travel experience along National Highways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has partnered with Reliance Jio to launch a telecom-based alert system. This system will provide motorists…
TrueBusiness is pledging to serve as a dependable ally for Thai businesses navigating the complexities of digital and AI transformation. The company has unveiled True AI Hub, an exhaustive AI platform engineered to address the AI needs of businesses both big…
In a bid to enhance digital security due to increasing episodes of online fraud and mobile-related cybercrime, India has released two key directives. These new rules demand compliance from Over The Top (OTT) communication platforms and smartphone…
StarHub, in partnership with NeutraDC, a division of Telkom Indonesia specializing in data centers, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement is set to improve their joint efforts on quantum-safe connectivity solutions,…
The Australian government has put forth a draft bill that would mandate leading mobile carriers, including Telstra, Optus, and TPG, to ensure baseline outdoor mobile coverage countrywide. The bill, known as the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligations (UOMO), is…
Festive travel gets an upgrade: Vietjet provides Free eSIM to international passengers flying to Vietnam This festive season, Vietjet is enhancing the holiday experience for international travellers by offering a complimentary SkyFi eSIM on all flights to…
5G technology is quickly gaining traction in the Asia-Pacific region, with its compound annual growth rate (CAGR) projected to climb by 11.4%. This surge is anticipated to elevate the number of 5G connections from 2.7 billion in 2025 to 4.6 billion by 2030.…
SK Telecom (SKT) and SK AX have entered into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to stimulate a significant expansion in Korea’s AI cloud sector. This partnership will bolster the rapid development of AI infrastructure,…
Samsung Electronics and SK Telecom (SKT) have recently formalized their cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU). The partnership will focus on the development of crucial 6G technologies, with a special focus on artificial intelligence-based…
Telkomsat, an Indonesia-based telecommunications company, has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Myriota, an Australian satellite Internet of Things (IoT) provider. This strategic partnership intends to broaden the reach of satellite-supported…
True Corporation, a leading telecom provider in Thailand, has elevated the standards of the nation’s telecommunications sector by securing two globally recognized certifications from TM Forum, an international consortium of technology and telecom firms. True…
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH), in collaboration with Nokia and NVIDIA, has initiated a research center in Surabaya that concentrates on developing AI-powered radio access networks (RAN). This project marks the first Nokia-NVIDIA AI-RAN research site in Asia…
U Mobile is extending its ULTRA5G Advanced Network Experience to three new outdoor clusters: Bangi, Putrajaya, and Petaling Jaya New Town. This recent expansion is another stride in the company’s ongoing deployment strategy, offering continuous ULTRA5G…
Google Cloud has unveiled TalayLink, an innovative subsea cable system that connects Australia and Thailand. This system represents a significant move towards bolstering digital infrastructure and network resilience throughout the Asia Pacific region.…
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