The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has opened up new opportunities and possibilities for progress, which has revolutionized several industries globally. Consequently, these opportunities have come with a lot of responsibilities, especially regarding its ethical deployment.
By Marco Lichtfous, Managing Director, PMP Strategy Benelux & DACH and Vivek Yadav, Managing Director, PMP Strategy MEA
Asia Pacific leads 5G adoption with varied speeds and evolving regulations, reflecting regional diversity and challenges.
The Asia Pacific is leading the way in deploying and adopting 5G technology as it becomes more prevalent worldwide. The region is experiencing a strong push towards implementing 5G, thanks to a mix of regulations, industry partnerships, and technological progress. It is important for telecom companies, policymakers, and consumers to grasp the regulatory landscape and policies that are shaping 5G adoption in the Asia Pacific.
Content consumption has become widespread over the years due to the emergence of various content platforms. With just a screen, individuals can effortlessly access a diverse array of content spanning from news and politics to lifestyle and entertainment.
As the world's urban population grows year after year, cities face increased pressure to adapt and innovate. According to the United Nations, over half of the world's population lived in cities in 2019, with that figure expected to rise to 68% by 2050, according to a study presented at the 21st International Scientific Conference Globalization and its Socio-Economic Consequences 2021. This exponential growth highlights the critical need for cities to strengthen their infrastructure and implement comprehensive urban development strategies.
In an industry characterized by the relentless pursuit of subscriber and network expansion, the telecommunications sector finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with the imperative of ensuring supply chain resilience amidst a complex operational landscape. As top companies vie to introduce enhanced wireless and wired services, propelled by advancements like 6G and DOCSIS 4.0, they confront the dual challenge of technological evolution and economic volatility.
Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) have emerged as a vital strategy in promoting telecom infrastructure development globally. By combining the resources and expertise of both public and private sectors, PPPs play a crucial role in bridging the infrastructure gap and meeting the growing demand for telecommunication services.
The Asia Pacific region represents a vast and diverse landscape in terms of telecommunications regulatory environments. From India's liberalized market to China's state-controlled sector, each country's regulatory framework reflects its unique socio-political context.
The Philippines has experienced a significant increase in the use of digital technology in several industries, primarily driven by a tech-savvy population, government policies that encourage digital adoption and investments both locally and internationally.
In 2023, Thailand boasted approximately 22 million homes connected to the internet, reflecting a steadily increasing trend in household internet access over recent years, as reported by Statista. This uptick is attributed to the country's expanding internet penetration and the enhanced accessibility of mobile internet, leading Thais to spend more time online.
