Telecommunication
APAC mobile economy to grow to $1t by 2030
The 5G technology is projected to add almost $130b to the region’s economy with rapid growth in mobile internet usage
APAC mobile economy to grow to $1t by 2030
The 5G technology is projected to add almost $130b to the region’s economy with rapid growth in mobile internet usage
Rising AI demand to double APAC data centre capacity by 2028
Data centres in the region to see $564b investment over the next five years
Telcos struggle to balance SME needs with cost efficiency
SME spending on connectivity increases 8% annually.
Indosat expands AI capabilities to boost Indonesian economy
Indosat’s partnership with NVIDIA aims to enhance AI-driven services in the country.
5G, AI, and satellite tech to transform APAC telecom by 2030
By decade's end, 45% of APAC users are expected to be on 5G.
Smartphone shipments to grow 4% in 2024
This recovery growth is predicted to continue into 2025 after a challenging period for the market.
ASEAN telcos alliance to streamline cross-border connectivity
The new partnership has access with over 10,000 km of network across Southeast Asia.
Five elements needed for telcos to secure future growth
Telco transformation hinges on an evolved operating model, McKinsey says.
KDDI takes part in telecom installation for Philippines' first subway
It is set to fully operate by 2029, according to the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
South Asia drives reduction in global mobile gender gap
GSMA said the mobile industry could gain $230b in revenue over eight years by closing the gender gap.
PH launches Phase 1 of the National Fibre Backbone project
The initiative is expected to lower the price of internet connectivity to as much as $5 per Mbps.
Japan’s telecom, pay-TV revenue to increase to $108b in 2028
Mobile data and broadband segments are expected to play pivotal roles in driving revenue expansion in the country
Vietnam's telecom revenue to grow 4.7% CAGR by 2028
GlobalData projects 4G dominance in the country throughout this period.
Australia’s mobile service revenue to hit $10.8b in 2028
Thanks to the growing consumer demand for high-speed connectivity and ongoing 5G network expansions by major telco firms
Vietnam starts blocking 2G-only phones ahead of shutdown
The switch-off aims to create space for more 4G and 5G networks in the country.
Singapore, Malaysia partner to target telco scammers
City-state residents lost nearly $485m to scammers in 2023.
Four Vietnam telcos urged to lead semiconductor chip R&D
Vietnam’s chip market expected to reach $1.6b by 2027.
