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Vietnam to digitalise national database
The approved National Data Strategy aims to handle all of the country’s administrative procedures online by 2030.
Vietnam to digitalise national database
The approved National Data Strategy aims to handle all of the country’s administrative procedures online by 2030.
China launches world's first 6G test satellite
The low-earth orbit satellite offers low latency and high data transfer rates.
Pakistan to launch ‘Smartphone for All’ program
This aims to extend mobile connectivity benefits to low-income citizens.
Cyberattacks cost organisations $1.68m on average in 2024
Organisations now fear their current data protection cannot handle ransomware.
Indonesia’s Nusantara telco infrastructure to be ready by August
This is part of the government’s goal to design Indonesia’s future capital as a sustainable city.
Indian smartphone market rebounds in Q4 2023
Growth is expected in 2024 with affordable 5G and pandemic period replacement cycle.
Thailand aims to boost MVNO market
The total subscriber base of the country’s existing MVNOs is under 40,000.
Malaysia to launch second 5G network player
This is as local operator DNB hits a coverage target of over 80%.
New GBA business developments drive demand for cybersecurity solutions
HGC Global Communications has launched a secure access service for businesses in the Greater Bay Area, powered by Palo Alto Networks.
India finalises rules for private 5G spectrum leases
This will provide telcos with a new revenue stream from 5G.
India’s smallest union territory gets submarine connectivity
The project brings 1,868 km of undersea optic fibre cable from the mainland to Lakshadweep Islands
South Korea expects a boost in mobile data service revenue until 2028
Thanks to the growing demand and subscriptions for 5G networks.
Indonesia’s SATRIA-1 satellite now connected to the Internet
It is expected to begin full operations by early 2024.
Japan funds Cambodia’s National Data Centre
The centre is expected to be fully operational by 2025 to digitalise the country’s administrative services.
Japan’s flying 5G mobile base station to take off in 2025
The next-generation telecom equipment will expand connectivity in the sky and at sea.
China to end 2023 with 5G penetration of 90%
5G network to dominate mobile technology in the country this 2023
5G deployment key in APAC’s digital transformation
Mobile technologies and services account for almost 5% of the region's GDP in 2022
