Globe Telecom anticipates improved business performance in the second half of the year due to a continued downtrend in inflation, which could potentially enhance the purchasing power of Filipino consumers.
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Converge Embeds AI, Automation In Its Network Operations
Leading Philippine internet and technology solutions provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. is ushering in a new era in network operations management as it builds a “zero-touch” network operations center. Its network is being outfitted to intuitively and automatically respond to data signals with as little human intervention as possible, which is a giant leap in network operations and maintenance.
BBPPT Partners with Spirent Communications for Advanced Testing
Indonesia's newly established Telecommunication Equipment Testing Center (BBPPT) has chosen Spirent Communications technology to carry out high-speed Ethernet network equipment and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing.
BHPetrol Chooses Maxis to Revolutionize Retail Stations
Boustead Petroleum Marketing Sdn Bhd (BHPetrol) has chosen Maxis to help with their digitalization efforts in order to improve the customer experience at their retail stations. Maxis will be providing their managed SD-WAN technology to power BHPetrol's outdoor payment terminals and Point-of-Sale systems at all their retail stations in Peninsular Malaysia.
Smart, TNT Encourage Users to Register SIM Cards as Deadline Approaches
With less than a month to go until the Philippine SIM card registration deadline on July 25, PLDT wireless unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and value brand TNT continue their efforts to encourage users to register their Smart and TNT SIMs and prevent SIM deactivation.
Nokia Pledges to Lead Singapore's Digital Transformation
Nokia has presented its updated company and technology strategy at the Amplify Singapore event. The goal is to support Singapore's digital transformation and economic growth by positioning Nokia as a leader in innovation. This will involve developing next-generation network solutions and B2B technology innovations that will help Singaporean enterprises and communication service providers (CSPs) maximize their digital potential.
TM to Tap Maxis’ Infrastructure to Boost Nationwide Connectivity
To strengthen the nation’s digital ecosystem through industry collaboration, TM will access Maxis’ 4G Multi Operator Core Network (MOCN), as well as 4G and 2G Domestic Roaming Services, to enhance mobile connectivity nationwide.
HKT, Check Point to Deliver Managed Cloud Security Services in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) has partnered with Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. to provide Managed Cloud Security Services to Hong Kong enterprises. Companies that embrace digital transformation and cloud strategies to stay competitive confront security difficulties such as limited experienced security resources, restricted security expenditures and a requirement for extended protection coverage. Check Point's comprehensive cybersecurity solutions will be incorporated into HKT's Managed Security Services (MSS) offerings to address these concerns.
Globe, Aboitiz to Jointly Pursue Transformative Change in the Philippines
Globe and the Aboitiz Group have vowed to pursue transformative change in the Philippines through more connected and digitally empowered Filipinos after sealing a multi-billion peso tower sale and leaseback agreement on May 7, 2023.
PLDT Landmark Tower Deals Help Government’s Digitalization Agenda
Leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc. (PLDT) has further solidified its commitment to help drive the government's digital transformation initiatives through the sale and leaseback of its towers, supporting the government's common tower policy.