Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited has successfully demonstrated India’s first satellite-based giga fiber service, bringing high-speed broadband to previously inaccessible areas in the country. JioSpaceFiber will be available nationwide at an affordable price.
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Maxis and Digital Penang Join Forces to Empower MSMEs
Maxis and Digital Penang have signed an MoU to strengthen Penang's MSME digital and technology ecosystem. The partnership supports the Penang State Government's 2030 goal of becoming family-focused, green and smart.
STT GDC Philippines Expands Data Center Network
ST Telemedia Global Data Centers (STT GDC) Philippines has completed the construction of a new 1.2MW data center in Makati City, located near Manila. The facility is a carrier-neutral hub capable of hosting around 100 racks and can accommodate loads ranging from 5kW to 12kW. Operations will begin this month.
Robi Launches Interactive Business Messaging in Bangladesh
Robi Axiata Limited (Robi), the leading digital service provider in Bangladesh, has deployed Rich Business Messaging (RBM), a Google messaging service that lets businesses send rich, interactive messages to consumers—a first in the country.
India's Tata Play Fiber and Nokia Partner to Revolutionize Broadband Connectivity
India's Tata Play Fiber and Nokia have recently formed a partnership to emphasize the growing importance of fiber connectivity in India. Tata Play Fiber, a subsidiary of DTH satellite company Tata Play, is constructing a nationwide fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) broadband infrastructure.
U-Joy Cities in Guangdong: A Brighter Future With 5G-A
During the Day 1 of the Huawei Global MBB Forum 2023, Telecom Review attended the 5G Industry Summit, which focused on the theme of “Unleashing 5G Potential for Industry Acceleration and Business Success.”
CelcomDigi and Time Join to Enhance Fiber Accessibility in Malaysia
CelcomDigi Berhad (CelcomDigi) has partnered with Time dotCom (Time) to advance its goal of providing additional residential fiber connectivity alternatives in Malaysia, allowing convergence for Celcom and Digi users.
CelcomDigi and DHL Revolutionize Logistics in Malaysia
CelcomDigi Berhad and DHL Supply Chain Malaysia have launched Malaysia's first 5G-powered AI autonomous inventory management system. DHL's Integrated Logistics Center in Shah Alam is now equipped with the latest AI and robotic technologies for inventory management and is supported by CelcomDigi's 4G LTE network and 5G connectivity.
Nokia and Cybernet Partner to Revolutionize Connectivity in Pakistan
Nokia and Pakistan's largest fixed-line provider, Cybernet, launched the country's first 600Gbps per wavelength DWDM network today. This network lets Cybernet create a high-capacity, durable network that can cater to even the most demanding clients. This new optical network connects Cybernet's key metro sites and increases network capacity to meet Pakistan's expanding consumer and enterprise demand for fast, high-quality internet services.
Indosat and Setara Networks Accelerate Digital Payment Adoption in Indonesia
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Setara Networks (tara) have launched a zero-fee instant transaction capability to accelerate Indonesia’s digital payment adoption, which is expected to exceed 85% in the next few years.