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Analysis

Used smartphones to outpace new devices in 2025, IDC says

The research firm cited extended upgrade cycles and rising trade-in volumes.

EY names top risks for telcos in 2026

Biggest threats include inadequate operating models and ineffective transformation.

Indonesia telcos set for ARPU rebound as pricing discipline strengthens

On ESG metrics, XL Axiata led the pack in 2023, followed closely by TLKM and then ISAT.

Telcos in China face 'significant decline' in revenues from mobile voice service

Consumers continue to shift towards online communication platforms.

Mobile data, fixed broadband to drive Vietnam's telecom service revenue

Expansion of digital and streaming services contribute to growth.

China telecom, pay-TV revenue to hit $483b by 2029

This is despite a modest compound annual growth rate of 0.5%.

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Globe Telecom looks beyond telco to be No. 1

It is banking on tech to overtake its main rival in revenue within five years.

Indonesia adopts faster Wi-Fi to drive growth

The tech is expected to benefit people and companies, and improve basic services.

Telco giant turns techco, aims for digital leadership in Indonesia

After the merger, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison now has more than 100 million customers.

Indosat Ooredo Hutchison sees 5G network supporting Indonesia’s Smart Cities

The telecommunications operator employs IoT-based technology solutions that can be used to monitor city conditions in real-time.

Globe sheds strategic shift from telco giant to tech innovator

The Philippines’ widening healthcare gap and poor sustainability initiatives open Globe CEO Ernest L. Cu’s eyes to an opportunity.

XL Axiata’s pioneers convergence service in Indonesia

The telecom firm’s Fixed Mobile Convergence service penetration has reached 56% in H1 2023.

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Analysis

Used smartphones to outpace new devices in 2025, IDC says

The research firm cited extended upgrade cycles and rising trade-in volumes.

EY names top risks for telcos in 2026

Biggest threats include inadequate operating models and ineffective transformation.

Indonesia telcos set for ARPU rebound as pricing discipline strengthens

On ESG metrics, XL Axiata led the pack in 2023, followed closely by TLKM and then ISAT.

Telcos in China face 'significant decline' in revenues from mobile voice service

Consumers continue to shift towards online communication platforms.

Mobile data, fixed broadband to drive Vietnam's telecom service revenue

Expansion of digital and streaming services contribute to growth.

China telecom, pay-TV revenue to hit $483b by 2029

This is despite a modest compound annual growth rate of 0.5%.

Exclusives

Globe Telecom looks beyond telco to be No. 1

It is banking on tech to overtake its main rival in revenue within five years.

Indonesia adopts faster Wi-Fi to drive growth

The tech is expected to benefit people and companies, and improve basic services.

Telco giant turns techco, aims for digital leadership in Indonesia

After the merger, Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison now has more than 100 million customers.

Indosat Ooredo Hutchison sees 5G network supporting Indonesia’s Smart Cities

The telecommunications operator employs IoT-based technology solutions that can be used to monitor city conditions in real-time.

Globe sheds strategic shift from telco giant to tech innovator

The Philippines’ widening healthcare gap and poor sustainability initiatives open Globe CEO Ernest L. Cu’s eyes to an opportunity.

XL Axiata’s pioneers convergence service in Indonesia

The telecom firm’s Fixed Mobile Convergence service penetration has reached 56% in H1 2023.

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