Despite tariff headwinds, APAC tech spending, especially in AI, cloud, and digital transformation, remains strong, driven by Southeast Asia's growth and robust investment, reaching USD $69 billion.
Amazon's Project Kuiper seeks rapid approval to enter India's satellite internet market, following Starlink. LEO constellations will dramatically increase India's data transfer capabilities. Competition heats up!
Bharti Airtel seeks clarity on converting AGR dues into equity for a level playing field. Plans to expand home broadband and data centers despite reduced mobile network investments. Reports revenue growth.
Trai defends its satcom spectrum levy recommendations, stating they won't distort the market or harm terrestrial players. Spectrum charges are separate from license fees. Satellite capability differs vastly from terrestrial.
Tata Group restarts buyer search for Tata Play after merger talks with Airtel collapse due to valuation differences. Airtel focuses on IPTV and 5G, diminishing DTH merger appeal. Tata aims to exit DTH.
LogicMonitor partners with Evernet, integrating its SaaS observability platform to enhance IT reliability, automation, and service quality for Evernet's clients through AI-driven insights and real-time monitoring.
Gcore and AzInTelecom deliver a sovereign cloud solution (AzInCloud) ensuring Azerbaijan's digital autonomy, data control, and secure infrastructure. Addressing growing demand for electronic self-reliance and digital transformation.
Trai proposes 4% AGR levy for satcom firms like Starlink in India, higher than desired. Jio and Airtel fear competition. Satellites aim to connect underserved areas, crucial for disaster relief.
NETGEAR, led by Pramod Badjate, shifts focus to SMBs with simplified networking, AV-over-IP solutions, and AI-driven improvements. Double-digit growth projected for 2025. Focus on simplicity and reliability.
India imposes stricter security norms for satcom licenses, impacting Starlink, OneWeb, Jio-SES, and Amazon Kuiper. Data localization, NavIC integration, and phased manufacturing are now mandatory for national security.
Sinch drives growth in CPaaS with global reach, conversational commerce, and AI. Trusted by 175,000 businesses, Sinch offers secure, omnichannel experiences & data-driven interactions.
Starlink plans India expansion, partnering to reach underserved areas. Faces regulatory hurdles but setting up infrastructure. Focus on partnerships, direct services, and regulatory approvals.
