In a noteworthy development for Indonesia's digital economy and the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision, GoTo Group, Tencent Cloud, and Alibaba Cloud have signed agreements to enhance cloud infrastructure and digital talent development in Indonesia.

According to the latest reports from major players in the sector, the general public’s interest in generative AI (GenAI) platforms is growing at a rapid pace.

Viettel has launched its Open RAN (O-RAN) 5G Network, using equipment developed in-house and 5G RAN platforms developed by Qualcomm Technologies.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is introducing new measures starting September 1 to address the issue of spam calls and messages.

U Mobile has unveiled the country's first Open API Portal under the Open GSMA Initiative. This groundbreaking platform aims to foster industry innovation by granting developers, partners, and businesses access to U Mobile’s comprehensive suite of APIs.

Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka's top connectivity provider, has partnered with Ericsson to deploy the world's first commercial virtual Base Station Controller (vBSC).

The telecommunications sector in Bangladesh has seen a significant evolution, marked by increased access to mobile networks and broadband services. As of recent reports, the sector is estimated to be worth USD 4.87 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 5.86 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 4.31% from 2024 through 2029, accounting for a substantial share of the country’s GDP, contributing to employment, and fostering digital inclusion.

Banglalink, driven by a vision to become a leading digital service provider, is committed to innovation in both solutions and operational approaches. While exploring uncharted territories carries inherent risks, it also presents significant opportunities that are essential for maintaining a competitive edge as a market challenger. Embracing a high level of agility and a growth-oriented mindset, Banglalink fosters an environment where employees are encouraged to "learn & grow." This approach allows the company to capitalize on the latest technologies and trends, accelerating its progress and market presence.

Qvantel, a leader in Digital BSS, has announced a significant expansion in Asia by opening a new development and support center in Bangladesh in partnership with Banglalink, the country's most innovative digital operator and telecom service provider.

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-run telecom provider in India, has introduced its direct-to-device satellite connectivity service, marking the country's first satellite-to-device communication offering.

South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) has established a ‘6G Society’ to facilitate cooperation between the 6G mobile telecommunications and satellite communication industries.

Globe Telecom and its business unit, Asticom Technology Inc., have successfully piloted the first laser communications system in the Philippines, developed by Singapore's Transcelestial Technologies Pte Ltd.