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BharatNet Expands Connectivity to Rural India
ExpiredOver two lakh Gram Panchayats in India are now equipped to offer high-speed internet services under the BharatNet project, Minister of State for Panchayati, Raj SP Singh Baghel, announced.
Huawei Reports Revenue Increase in 2024 Amid Declining Margins
ExpiredHuawei Technologies (Huawei) has released its 2024 annual report, revealing a revenue of CNY 862.1 billion (USD 118.8 billion), indicating a 22.4% increase year-over-year (YoY).
Telecom Review Asia Webinar: How Far Can AI Take Asia’s Telecom Industry?
ExpiredTelecom Review Asia hosted a webinar titled ‘Artificial Intelligence: Asia’s Engine for Growth’ on March 26, 2025, bringing together industry leaders to explore artificial intelligence’s (AI) transformative influence on the telecom sector. The session spotlighted AI’s role in reshaping business models, featuring insights into AI-driven innovations, business opportunities, regulatory challenges, and real-world applications.
Nokia Expands Industrial Edge with Six New Applications
ExpiredNokia has announced the expansion of its industrial application ecosystem with the introduction of six new Industry 4.0 applications deployed on MX Industrial Edge (MXIE). This move reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting enterprises in their digital transformation by offering innovative use cases.
Vietnam Approves SpaceX's Starlink for Trial Internet Service
ExpiredVietnam has granted SpaceX approval to trial its Starlink satellite internet service in the country. The trial period will run until the end of 2030 with no restrictions on foreign ownership; however, the project must comply with national defense and security regulations.
M1, Airbus, CitiCall Partner to Launch Agnet in Singapore
ExpiredM1 Limited (M1) has announced the signing of a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airbus and CitiCall Communications to introduce Agnet, a cutting-edge communication platform, to Singapore. This partnership marks a significant advancement in secure and reliable communications for the public safety and enterprise sectors, supported by M1's True 5G network.
Axiata Merger Approved: Reshaping Indonesia’s Telecom Industry
ExpiredAxiata Group Berhad (Axiata) and Sinar Mas jointly announced that shareholders of PT XL Axiata Tbk (XL Axiata), PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk (Smartfren), and PT Smart Telcom (SmartTel) have officially approved the merger of the three companies.
PLDT Strengthens Digital Growth with Data Center Expansion
ExpiredPLDT Inc. (PLDT) is committed to advancing digital transformation in Southeast Asia, with data centers serving as a key part of its growth strategy.
5G Expansion to Drive Singapore’s Telecom Revenue Growth
ExpiredThe increasing use of 5G services in Singapore is expected to boost revenue and innovation in the telecom industry, offsetting the decline in mobile voice service revenue. By the end of 2029, the total mobile service revenue in the country is projected to reach USD 2 billion, growing at a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 0.8% from 2024 to 2029, according to GlobalData.