Indian telecommunications incumbent Bharti Airtel has once again seen its profits plummet as the ongoing price war in Indian continues to undermine and affect the profitability of operators in the fiercely competitive telecommunications industry.
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Australian telco suspends plans to introduce fourth mobile network following Huawei ban
An Australian telecommunications company has been forced to suspend its plan to introduce a fourth mobile network to the country following the ban being imposed on Chinese vendor Huawei.
South Korean operator launches world’s first 5G-powered bus in Seoul
South Korea's largest telecommunications company has introduced new and innovative 5G services ahead of fully launching its next-generation wireless network in March.
Chinese minister says Huawei is the victim of ‘immoral political campaign’
A Chinese ambassador has leapt to the defense of under-fire telecommunications behemoth Huawei in an interview with the Financial Times.
Czech Republic excludes Chinese vendor from lucrative tender
The Czech Republic has become the latest European country to express their concerns over the business practices adopted by Huawei. The country’s tax directorate has announced that it has excluded the Chinese vendor from a lucrative tender believed to worth over €20m.
Vodafone delay installation of Huawei equipment amidst security concerns
British telecommunications behemoth Vodafone has confirmed that it has delayed the installation of equipment supplied by Chinese vendor Huawei amidst security concerns surrounding the company.
Blow for Samsung US as CEO steps down
South Korean conglomerate Samsung has suffered a blow following the announcement that the CEO of Samsung Electronics in North America has decided to retire.
Taiwan set to ban Chinese vendors amidst security concerns
Taiwan is reportedly preparing a blacklist of Chinese technology companies that it is set to ban from the country - amidst growing security concerns that have been raised regarding their practices.
Thai regulator announces new 5G auction
Thailand’s telecommunications regulator has announced plans to hold a 5G spectrum auction across three bands later this year according to reports emerging in the local media in the country.
Australian operator makes second mass jobs cut
Australian telecommunications operator Telstra has announced that it will sack another 752 employees from its workforce as part of the company’s overall plans to reduce its overall staff by a quarter.