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.
Mumbai telecoms are converting cable TV to IPTV, facing fiber connection hurdles and cable operator resistance. DTH players see a chance, requiring robust networks. Only 13% of Indian families have broadband.
SLEC leverages Juniper's AI-Native Networking Platform for secure, scalable eldercare services in Singapore. The solution centralizes IT, enhances security, and supports innovative programs for seniors.
Kaspersky reports a surge in offline cyberattacks in Southeast Asia, with Singapore experiencing an 88% increase. USB-borne malware is a key threat. Proactive cybersecurity measures are crucial for businesses.
Upper West Side residents criticize a new 5G cell tower, calling it an eyesore and fueling conspiracy theories. The tower is part of a citywide project to boost connectivity, but locals feel it clashes with the neighborhood's character.
Airtel added 4.7M active users in January, while Jio remained flat. Vi lost 0.7M, highlighting its financial challenges. Airtel's M2M market leadership strengthened. Active users growth
Reliance Projects challenges Haryana's telecom charges, citing conflict with 2024 Telecommunications (Access) Guidelines. Seeks stay on state laws, arguing only Parliament can regulate telecom network charges and RoW permissions.
India's leading telcos face a 5G capex downturn due to lacking use cases and delayed monetization. Airtel & Jio focus on revenue and FWA. Vi's 5G rollout hinges on debt raise. 5G investments normalisation impacts Ericsson.
TRAI suggests classifying critical IoT services, enabling M2M transfer, and a technology-agnostic approach. It emphasizes security, privacy, and impact on national safety and the economy.
AI could add $1T to Southeast Asia's GDP by 2030, positioning Malaysia as a digital hub. Automation may displace jobs, but reskilling and AI adoption are crucial for future-proof growth and workforce.
Kacific expands internet access in Asia-Pacific, connecting schools, healthcare, and businesses via satellite. Collaboration drives innovation, disaster response, and socio-economic growth in underserved areas. Kacific received award for collaboration.
Tech companies are urging India to delicense the 6GHz Wi-Fi band, citing potential Rs 12.7 lakh crore annual losses and lagging behind 84+ countries. Wi-Fi 6E/7 offers a scalable, cost-effective solution.
Indus Towers anticipates shareholder payouts due to improved free cash flow (FCF) and Vi's debt reduction. Analysts expect Indus to benefit from Vi's network expansion. BofA predicts returns with Q4 results.
