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Rakuten Mobile, Inc. revealed that its mobile carrier service has exceeded 6.5 million subscribers as of April 8, 2024, marking the company’s fourth anniversary since its launch.

Smart Communications, Inc. has recently embraced a cutting-edge 'green radio' network solution as part of its commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency. This innovative approach will revolutionize all of its wireless radio sites, introducing environmentally friendly practices while enhancing network performance.

Rakuten Mobile and RADCOM Ltd. have extended their ongoing partnership with plans to expand their technology solutions to include advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered analytics.

Singtel has signed three Memoranda of Understanding with industry leaders Cisco, Fortinet, and Nokia to offer quantum security solutions to businesses through its Quantum Safe Network (QSN). This collaboration allows enterprises to leverage Cisco's routing platform, Fortinet's firewalls, and Nokia's optical devices.

SpaceX, a company that creates, builds, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft, has requested permission from the Indonesian government to become an internet service provider (ISP) for its Starlink satellite unit. This information was shared by the country's communications ministry in a recent statement.

Last year, the total capital investment by three Chinese state telecom operators reached a peak, with a greater focus on dividend payments following government encouragement. In 2023, China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, and their affiliate, China Tower, collectively invested 385 billion yuan (USD 53.3 billion)—a 2% increase from the previous year. However, their combined investment plans for 2024 amount to 366 billion yuan, a 5% decrease.

One New Zealand is postponing the shutdown of its 3G network from August 31, 2024, to March 31, 2025.

Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) becomes the first telecom provider to adopt the latest 50G PON (Passive Optical Network) technology in Hong Kong, enabling support for 50G applications.

 Converge, a leading telecommunications provider, is set to bolster connectivity at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) by joining Globe Telecom and Smart Communications Inc. in offering free WiFi services across all terminals.

Globe Telecom has reportedly improved connectivity throughout Mindanao by constructing 276 new sites and upgrading 2,509 sites to 4G LTE in 2023.