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Global data centres to surge as tech giants secure new capacity

This will minimise the risk of excessive unoccupied capacity in the market, said Moody’s.
3 days ago

Global data centres to surge as tech giants secure new capacity

This will minimise the risk of excessive unoccupied capacity in the market, said Moody’s.
3 days ago

Federated access poised to become a new FTTH market structure: report

A shift in the ownership of fixed assets is expected to become evident from 2025 onward.
6 days ago

Satellite communications investments to exceed $20b in 2025

Telecoms vendors and operators, such as Apple, have started making significant investments.
6 days ago

Substantial increase in data centre investments seen in next few years

The Middle East is amongst the attractive location for data centres.

AI forces telcos to rethink business models and workforce roles

Generative AI pushes personalization and job evolution.

Fixed broadband service revenue to reach $340.5b by 2029

This will be driven by the expansion of fibre-optic networks.

East Asia leads global shift toward subscription bundling

Consumers in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan spend $348 annually on subscriptions.

Revolutionising APAC healthcare with 5G

Tech and health leaders discussed how 5G will enhance patient care in the region

PH gov’t urged to subsidise mobile data plans in rural areas

Underserved households will receive SIM cards with 50GB of data per month.

S. Korea leads mobile game scores in East Asia as 5G improves gaming experience

The country led the Game Score with 90.06 out of 100 during H1 2024.

Vietnam’s new strategy to cover 99% of population with 5G

This aims to enhance digital connectivity for all citizens and industries

South Asia smartphone market grew in Q2 2024 with 2.9m units shipped

Celebrations helped to retain the double-digit increase in the region.

First commercial direct-to-cell connections to launch in 2025

However, the service may have initial low demand due to existing coverage of terrestrial base stations.

China surpasses 4 million 5G base stations

The number of 5G mobile subscribers hit 966 million in China.

5G key enabler for PH digital transformation

Telco firm Ericsson said a 10% increase in mobile broadband adoption can increase economic growth by up to 0.8%.

Japan eyes support for light-based networks to expand data centres

The government will provide aid for fast, energy-saving optical technology.

5G availability high amongst APAC markets

South Korea leads in speed categories with ‘significantly high’ download and upload speeds