Networks, connectivity and the telecom players powering Asian retail and commerce.
Singtel, a leading telecommunications company, has initiated Singapore’s first technical trial for 50 Gbps fiber broadband, a forward-looking step aimed at bolstering the country’s fixed connectivity. This venture is a response to the expected boom in…
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat) saw a significant increase in data traffic throughout 2025, propelled by a rise in digital consumption across Indonesia. From December 21, 2025, to January 1, 2026, national data traffic grew by approximately 15% compared…
Globe Telecom Inc. has finalized its business arrangement with Singapore-based company, NCS Pte. Ltd., through their joint venture with Yondu Inc., valued at PHP 1.73 billion. This venture was first established on March 26, 2025, and was made public in a…
Singapore’s premier telecommunications company, Singtel, has initiated the country’s inaugural 50 Gbps fiber broadband technical trial. The aim of this groundbreaking move is to fortify the fixed connectivity infrastructure of the country, which is crucial…
The Telenor Group, a leading global telecommunications company, recently finalized its sale of Telenor Pakistan to Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), a member of the international technology conglomerate e&. The transaction, first announced on…
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in India has formally introduced its National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025), though it has encountered opposition from mobile operators who opine it does not sufficiently address the nation’s future…
U Mobile, a leading telecommunications provider in Malaysia, has become the first in the country to introduce a network-level scam protection system. This groundbreaking initiative, operational since February 2025, has successfully intercepted and blocked…
SK Telecom has launched ‘A.X K1’, the first hyperscale artificial intelligence (AI) model in South Korea with an impressive 519 billion parameters. This ambitious project is aimed at helping the country emerge as a major global player in the AI arena,…
Starlink, a satellite internet service, has ceased its operations in Papua New Guinea following a directive from the country’s telecommunications regulator. This halt in services comes amidst an ongoing dispute over licensing. The Regulatory Standoff The…
In 2025, True Corporation celebrated a significant achievement with the successful completion of the One Network project. This accomplishment brought about complete network integration between True and dtac, strengthening Thailand’s telecommunications…
Cambodia is preparing to introduce 5G mobile services as of January 1, 2026, as reported by the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications. The three major mobile operators in the region, Cellcard (CamGSM), Metfone (Viettel Cambodia), and Smart (Smart Axiata),…
CelcomDigi Berhad, a leading telecommunications company, has launched MediHub, a state-of-the-art healthcare facility utilizing 5G technology. The aim of this facility is to provide its employees with readily available professional healthcare services within…
Taiwan is set to elevate its national communications infrastructure’s robustness by building five new undersea communications cables. This ambitious step is part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at reinforcing the resilience and reliability of the nation’s…
The progressive evolution of digital ecosystems and escalating user demands for seamless high-speed connectivity have pushed Wi-Fi technology to new frontiers. The next significant milestone in wireless networking is the emergence of Wi-Fi 7, grounded in the…
Space42 and PT Telkom Satelit Indonesia (Telkomsat) have agreed upon a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that intends to investigate the potential of direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity collaboration. The partnership will utilize Equatys, a joint initiative…
Dialog Axiata PLC has made a significant stride in propelling Sri Lanka’s digital revolution with the commercial launch of Dialog 5G Ultra. This significant development represents a quantum leap in the nation’s digital transformation and its progression into…
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