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Security overtakes price as top driver for telco switching, McKinsey says
A McKinsey study showed companies value data privacy and control more than network performance.
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Security overtakes price as top driver for telco switching, McKinsey says
A McKinsey study showed companies value data privacy and control more than network performance.
6 days ago
Telecom (Fiji) Pte Limited wins Infrastructure Initiative of the Year at Asian Telecom Awards 2026
The company delivered a climate-resilient fibre backbone that addressed long-standing connectivity challenges in the Northern Division.
Exceptional industry leaders honoured at Asian Telecom Awards 2026
The awards programme shone a spotlight on innovative companies that have transformed the telecom industry in the region.
Roland Berger’s Mohit Gidwani advocates for enhanced customer propositions, seamless digital engagement
He noted that brand value and trust have now become critical as most customer interactions shift online.
Sole focus on automation limits AI's revenue potential, experts say
Ninety-five per cent of AI proof of concepts fail due to unclear objectives.
Telco network APIs hit million-dollar revenue surge
China currently dominates this emerging sector with over 90% of global adoption volume.
Telcos pushed towards deterministic networks as latency kills revenue
"Best-effort" broadband is no longer enough for AI workloads.
APAC telcos expand 5G and cloud as connectivity growth flattens
Partnerships with operators and tech companies are also becoming essential.
Telcos face valuation gap as AI promises margin lift
BCG projected a 3% annual revenue increase for the largest listed telco operators.
Dhiraagu wins at Asian Telecom Awards 2026 for nationwide fibre broadband coverage
A nationwide fibre roll-out programme connected communities across one of the world’s most dispersed island nations.
China powers Asia’s lead in 5G SA accessibility
China reported more than 10 million 5G advanced subscribers.
Telcos can become catalysts for economic growth through national digital agenda, ESG alignment – EY’s Joongshik Wang
He highlighted telecom operators’ responsibility to drive inclusive connectivity, societal impact, and ESG outcomes across Southeast Asia.
Telecom M&A value collapses to $6.5b in Q3 2025
Americas account for 85% of $72b year-to-date deal value.
PwC’s Loretta Fong emphasises value-added services remain a key focus for growth
She underscored strategic alliances and network sharing as crucial for enhancing competitiveness in Asia’s telecoms.
Revenue diversification, cost modernisation key to staying competitive – KPMG Singapore’s Aseem Sharma
He underscored that successful telecom leaders balance agility and transparency with strong risk management and ecosystem partnerships.
Telcos pivot to agile models to accelerate value delivery, McKinsey says
Agile operating models reshape organisational structures across global telcos.
Asia Pacific will remain the world’s largest 5G region as subscriptions rise: report
China will remain the largest 5G market globally, with roughly 75% of its mobile subscribers expected to be on 5G by 2029.
