M1 has announced the discontinuation of all 3G services, including voice, messaging, and data, effective from August 1, 2024.
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China Debuts First 6G Test Network Utilizing 4G Infrastructure
This week, a team of Chinese researchers from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications unveiled the world's first 6G field test network. According to the Chinese government news agency, Xinhua, the experimental network has shown that semantic communication can achieve the transmission capabilities of 6G using existing 4G infrastructure.
Indian Smartphone Market Stagnates: 1% Growth in Q2 2024
The Indian smartphone market saw minimal growth of only 1% in the second quarter of 2024 due to low seasonal demand. According to Canalys, only 36.4 million units were shipped in Q2, with extreme weather conditions also contributing to the stagnant growth.
CelcomDigi Unveils New AI Experience Centre
CelcomDigi has launched its CelcomDigi AI Experience Centre (AiX), a state-of-the-art facility that aims to facilitate the innovative development of world-class digital solutions across a range of sectors and verticals.
U Mobile and FGV Prodata Partner to Drive 5G Digital Transformation
U Mobile and FGV Prodata Systems Sdn. Bhd., (FGV) a subsidiary of FGV Holdings Berhad, have announced a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) aimed atwhich aims to harnessing U Mobile’s 5G-capable network and solutions to further enhance FGV Group’s connectivity and digital infrastructure as part of its business transformation goals.
ZTE Introduces D³-ELAA for 5G-A Networks and Seamless Mobile Experience
ZTE Corporation has introduced the D³-ELAA (Dynamic, Distributed and Deterministic Extremely Large Antenna Array) solution, aiming to advance 5G-A networks and future mobile network evolution. This cutting-edge technology ensures a seamless user experience with minimal variation.
SK Telecom Invests USD 200M in SMART Global to Boost AI and Data Centers
SK Telecom (SKT) has signed a definitive agreement to invest USD 200 million in SMART Global (SGH), a top designer and developer of high-performance enterprise solutions. SKT and SGH plan to work together to improve customer offerings by developing unique global AI factory and data center solutions, advanced memory market products, and NPU-based AI edge servers.
Maxis Partners with Penang Government to Advance Digital Skills
The Penang State Government has partnered with Maxis to enhance the level of digital literacy through digital education and skills development among residents and students across the state.
ZTE and MMU Launch "Navigating the Digital Frontier for Smart Government" Initiative
ZTE Corporation and Multimedia University (MMU) have jointly introduced a new initiative named "Navigating the Digital Frontier for Smart Government." This program, supported by the Public Service Department of Malaysia, aims to enhance skills essential for thriving in today's digital era through specialized industry attachments.
BSNL Prepares for 4G Launch in Chennai and Surrounding Districts
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced its preparations for the imminent launch of 4G services in the Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts as part of the Phase IX.2 initiative.