Chief Telecom (CHIEF), the operator of Taiwan's largest internet exchange, TPIX, and the world's leading internet exchange, AMS-IX; along with HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a comprehensive ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer a complete business solution to their customers.
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Indosat, Google Cloud to Deliver AI-Driven Digital Experiences in Indonesia
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Google Cloud are expanding their long-term strategic partnership to accelerate Indosat’s transformation from a telco to an AI-native techco, facilitating a new era of innovation and improved customer experience for more than 100 million Indosat users and enterprises across Indonesia.
PLDT, Smart Join GSMA’s Open Gateway Initiative
PLDT, together with its wireless subsidiary, Smart Communications (Smart); and B2B arm, PLDT Enterprise, has declared their participation in the GSMA’s Open Gateway initiative, which aims to implement standardized open network APIs.
Bharti Airtel Converts USD 49.87 Million Worth of Foreign Debt Bonds into Equity
Bharti Airtel has announced that it has transformed foreign debt bonds valued at USD 49.87 million, issued in January 2020, into equity.
South Korea to Revoke Stage X's Mobile Operator License
South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT is preparing to withdraw the operating license of Stage X, which was positioned to become the nation’s fourth mobile operator, as it reportedly did not satisfy the regulatory prerequisites necessary to commence mobile services.
Telkomsel Completes Indonesia's First Wi-Fi 7 Validation
Telkomsel, an Indonesian operator, has successfully completed the first validation of Wi-Fi 7 in Indonesia in collaboration with the Ministry of Communication and Information (Kominfo). They are now planning to incorporate this technology into their fixed broadband services.
ZTE Corporation Participates in Mobile 360 Latin America
ZTE Corporation took part in the GSMA-hosted Mobile 360 Latin America event in Mexico City. ZTE actively participated in discussions with communication technology specialists worldwide, focusing on the exploration of next-generation communication technologies to enhance the Latin American communication sector.
NTT DATA’s JUNO Cable to Utilize Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 for Enhanced Capacity
Seren Juno Network Co., Ltd. and Seren Juno Network America Inc. (Seren), operators of the NTT DATA-led JUNO submarine cable system, will implement Ciena’s GeoMesh Extreme, utilizing WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e), to bolster Japan’s digital hub aspirations.
Globe Adds 116 Cell Sites, Upgrades 812 to LTE, and Rolls Out 19,500 FTTH Lines
In the first quarter of 2024, Globe Telecom, a mobile operator based in the Philippines, expanded its network by building 116 new cell sites and upgrading 812 mobile sites to LTE. Additionally, the company rolled out over 19,544 fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) lines in the same period.
Maxis Set to Complete SSA with DNB
Maxis has announced its readiness to complete the share subscription agreement (SSA) and sign the shareholders agreement with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB).