Vi’s AGR Fees Reduced, Bharti Airtel Seeks Reassessment
Vi's AGR dues cut by 27%, easing cash flow and opening fundraising. Bharti Airtel may seek reassessment. Government converted dues into equity, increasing its stake in Vi.
India Explores Spectrum for Vehicle Communication (V2X)
India's TRAI is developing spectrum regulations for V2X technology, enabling cars to exchange real-time data. This aims to improve road safety by addressing human error, a major cause of accidents.
Iran Internet Blackout: Economic Hemorrhage & People’s Power
Iran's internet shutdown costs $35M daily, crippling businesses. US strategy leverages this, aiming to reconnect Iranians via Starlink/VPNs. Citizen reporting and social media expose regime's vulnerability to its own people, feared more than foreign adversaries.
Telecom Industry Calls for Lower Spectrum Costs Amidst 5G Investment Woes
Telecom industry body COAI urges the government to lower spectrum auction prices, citing significant 5G infrastructure investments with no ROI. They call for revised models as 6G approaches.
HONOR 600 Series: Advanced Camera & AI Features Revealed
The HONOR 600 & 600 Pro launch with a 50MP telephoto camera (120x zoom), AI Photo to Video 2.0, 7,000 mAh battery & 80W charging. Priced from SGD $799, the series emphasizes photography, video creation, and powerful performance.
India Boosts Telecom Fund for Tech Advancement
India is set to launch an enhanced Telecom Technology Advancement Fund (TTDF) by October with increased investment. The fund aims to support technology development and R&D, with past allocations already benefiting over 100 companies, many focusing on 6G.
Kingston’s Industrial SSDs: Reliability for Demanding Applications
Kingston launches industrial SSDs for heat, resonance, and heavy workloads. Targeting retail, transport, logistics, and security, these drives offer SATA/NVMe options with industrial temps and advanced features for long-term system success.
Indian Telecoms Adjust Prepaid Plans Amid Low ARPU; No Major Tariff Hikes
Indian telecom operators like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea adjusted prepaid plans, reducing validity or increasing prices, often bundling OTT services. Despite these changes, market trackers note minimal impact on ARPU, with expected tariff hikes yet to materialize.
IoT Analytics Q1 2026: The Shift to Agentic AI and Global Geopolitical Risks
IoT Analytics' Q1 2026 report shows executives moving toward granular AI discussions like Agentic AI and SaaSpocalypse, while balancing rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East and supply chain exposure.
Banks & Telcos Adopt Silent Verification to Replace OTPs
Banks & telcos are replacing SMS OTPs with 'silent verification' (SIM-device match), biometrics (face ID), & in-app OTPs for stronger 2FA security. This collaboration combats SIM cloning & eSIM swap fraud, improving digital transaction safety.
US Report Flags India’s Satellite & Internet Policies as Trade Barriers
A US trade report highlights India's DTH domestic satellite preference, mandatory ISRO routing, data localization, and localized internet shutdowns as significant trade barriers. It also notes concerns over "politically motivated" content takedown requests.
NSSLGlobal Launches GUARDIAN Anti-Piracy Communication System
NSSLGlobal launched GUARDIAN, an anti-piracy communication system combining satellite & VHF with battery backup. It aids crews during attacks, meeting IMO requirements amid rising global piracy, especially in hotspots like the Gulf of Guinea.
Zoom’s AI Solutions Empower SMB Growth and Operational Efficiency in APAC
Explore how Zoom's AI tools and communication platforms help small and medium businesses in APAC scale operations, reduce costs, and streamline workflows for better customer engagement.
Airtel Africa Board Leadership Transition: Gopal Vittal to Chair, Sunil Bharti Mittal Steps Down
Gopal Vittal will become Airtel Africa's Non-Executive Board Chair in July 2026, succeeding Sunil Bharti Mittal, who confirmed his retirement. Shravin Bharti Mittal will take on the role of Deputy Chair, ensuring continuity in this significant leadership transition.
Orange Business Unveils Trusted AI & Secure Digital Services
Orange Business launched 4 new offers covering trusted AI, secure communications, and sovereign digital services. These include an anti-drone service, Live Intelligence Studio for AI agents, and Online Collaboration tools hosted in its sovereign cloud.
The Future of Business Messaging: From SMS to Omnichannel and Agentic AI
Infobip's research highlights a major shift from single-channel SMS to multi-channel conversations. Discover how RCS, WhatsApp, and autonomous Agentic AI are transforming the global customer experience landscape.
FPT and Plume Partner to Deliver AI-Driven Managed Wi-Fi and Security in Vietnam
FPT Telecom partners with Plume to deploy AI-driven managed Wi-Fi solutions in Vietnam. Using the OpenSync framework and cloud analytics, the service enhances home network performance and security for connected devices.