NEC Corporation has announced the completion and operation of the Patara-2 submarine cable system in Indonesia. This cable system is owned by Telkom Indonesia, the largest digital telecommunications company in the country, which is dedicated to accelerating digitalization in Indonesia. The Patara-2 submarine cable system is a high-speed optical fiber cable that spans approximately 1,200 kilometers. It has a capacity of 100 gigabits per second and consists of 80 wavelengths and two fiber pairs.
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India Smart Television Market Grows in H1 2023, According to IDC
Recent data from the International Data Corporation Quarterly Smart Home Devices Tracker reveals that 4.5 million televisions were delivered to India in H1 2023, showcasing an 8% year-over-year (YoY) growth in smart TV shipment in the country.
LG Sets New Record for 6G Data Transmission and Reception
LG Electronics, in partnership with LG U+, successfully tested the wireless transmission and reception of 6G terahertz (THz) data across a 500-meter distance in LG Sciencepark in Magok, Seoul. This is the farthest distance recorded in any 6G test conducted in an outdoor, metropolitan setting to date.
EdgePoint and myNEWS Join Forces to Revolutionize Digital Retail Connectivity
EdgePoint Infrastructure, an independent telecommunications infrastructure company based in ASEAN, has announced a strategic collaboration with myNEWS Holdings Bhd. This collaboration aims to enhance connectivity and create a seamless digital retail experience for customers across myNEWS and CU outlets in Malaysia.
Globe, IPOPHL Partner Against Online Content Piracy
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Space Sector Boosts IoT and Cloud Innovation
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Empowering Indonesia: The Impacts of a Successful Merger
Join us for an insightful panel discussion on October 6 at 12:00 p.m., Jakarta time, to learn about IOH's merger and its profound influence on Indonesia's burgeoning digital economy.
India Establishes Working Committee to Promote Telecom Exports
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Leading Tech Companies Enhance Connectivity in Schools Across Cook Islands
Ciena, Avaroa Cable Limited (ACL), BW Digital and Vodafone Cook Islands are collaborating with the Ministry of Education Cook Islands (MoE) on a three-year plan to improve digital connectivity for 30 schools across the island country.
KKR to Invest in Singtel's Data Center Business
Singtel, Asia's leading communications technology group, has reached a major agreement with global investment firm KKR. In this first-time partnership, KKR will invest up to S$1.1 billion (US$800 million) for a 20% share in Singtel's regional data center business. Singtel's regional data center business is valued at S$5.5 billion as a result of this investment. KKR also has the option to grow its share to 25% by 2027 at a predetermined valuation.