Global revenue from mobile identity application programming interfaces (APIs) will reach USD 22 billion in 2029, an increase from the USD 2.4 billion recorded in 2025, according to a recent study conducted by Juniper Research.
TOPPAN Inc. and NTT DOCOMO, Inc. have agreed to work together to create innovative communication services for the upcoming 6G era. TOPPAN specializes in information processing and computer graphics, focusing on providing various metaverse services. Meanwhile, DOCOMO is leading the development of next-generation communication technologies through its FEEL TECH platform, aiming to enhance human sensory experiences over networks in the 6G era.
The global Internet of Things (IoT) market is expected to grow at a rate of 13.5% annually, reaching USD 1.8 trillion in revenue by 2028, notably increasing from the USD 959.6 billion recorded in 2023. This growth is being fueled by the increasing use of IoT in businesses and is supported by technologies such as 5G and artificial intelligence (AI). However, challenges such as security issues and differing standards need to be addressed to achieve widespread adoption and success.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (Indosat), a leader in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven telecommunications, recently announced that it is set to implement AI-RAN (Artificial Intelligence Radio Access Network) infrastructure in Indonesia, in partnership with Nokia and NVIDIA. This collaboration combines Nokia's advanced 5G Cloud RAN solution with NVIDIA's AI Aerial platform to create a unified computing infrastructure for AI and RAN workloads.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and the telecom sector in Asia is no exception. The region is rapidly emerging as a global leader in AI adoption, with investment in AI expected to reach USD 110 billion by 2028. Telecom operators in the Asia Pacific (APAC) are leveraging AI to enhance customer service, optimize networks, and improve predictive maintenance.
Aryaka® has announced a major go-to-market (GTM) investment strategy in the Asia Pacific, alongside key leadership appointments worldwide. As part of this expansion, the company has forged new partnerships with NI+C in Japan and ASV Platforms in Australia to extend its sales reach in these markets.
The Asia Pacific (APAC) is expected to see a 2.8% annual growth in mobile communications services revenue, increasing to USD 346.1 billion by 2029. This growth is due to the rising number of mobile subscriptions and the expansion of 5G networks.
In his keynote during MWC 2025, Huawei’s Yang Chaobin, Director of the Board, and CEO of the ICT Business Group, emphasized the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, and how AI is creating huge opportunities for the ICT industry with new applications and innovations.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has approved pilot programs for value-added services (VAS) for 13 foreign-funded firms in Beijing, Shanghai, Hainan, and Shenzhen. This forms part of China’s ongoing efforts to expand market access and promote high-level entry in the telecommunications sector.
ZTE Corporation has revealed its latest gaming smartphone lineup, the nubia Neo 3 series, at MWC Barcelona 2025. Designed with the "Born to Win" philosophy in mind, this series delivers professional-level gaming experiences to all, blending top-tier control performance with a striking, gamer-focused design.
