India: Mobile Tariffs Hike Expected by Year-End
Mobile tariffs in India may rise 10-12% by year-end, impacting mid- and higher-paying customers due to increased active users. Experts suggest tiered pricing strategies.
Pre-owned Smartphone Sales Decline Expected in 2025
India's pre-owned smartphone market faces its first sales decline in 2025 due to supply constraints. Offline sales divert trade-ins to the unorganized sector, impacting refurbished brands and overall supply.
India IoT: SIM/eSIM Export Rules & Activation Challenges
TRAI explores new service authorization for foreign SIMs/eSIMs in M2M/IoT exports. Current rules hinder in-India activation for testing. Streamlining compliance is crucial for India's IoT growth.
SBI Reverses ‘Scam’ Tag on RCom After High Court Order
SBI reversed RCom's 'scam' tag following a High Court order. Accusations against others were dropped after RBI guidelines. Anil Ambani's lawyers cite outdated notices and insufficient forensic audit access.
Indian Firm to Offer Satcom Services, Competing with Starlink
Ananth Technologies, an Indian firm, will offer satcom services via a local GEO satellite by 2028, challenging Starlink and OneWeb. This ₹3,000 crore project marks a significant step in India's space reforms.
RCom: SBI reverses ‘fraud’ tag, then re-initiates fraud recognition
SBI reversed its 'fraud' tag on RCom, then re-initiated fraud recognition due to diversion of funds and misutilisation. RCom is undergoing insolvency resolution since 2019.
India Mobile Services: 5G Growth & Market Trends
India's mobile market sees 5G surpassing 4G by 2029, driving data revenue growth. Voice revenue declines due to internet-based services. Overall mobile service revenue to reach $39.3B by 2029.
India Fiber Broadband Growth: FWA & FTTH Surge
India's fiber broadband market is booming, driven by FWA and FTTH adoption. Revenue is expected to reach $16.5B by 2029, with fiber optic lines dominating. Jio leads the market.
Reliance Jio: Ambani’s Vision, India’s Digital Revolution
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio revolutionized India's telecom, driving down data costs and connecting millions. Jio's success stems from technology, scale, and Ambani's vision of impacting a billion lives, digitizing India.
Cybersecurity Regulations Tightened for Telecoms & Fraud Prevention
Telecom cybersecurity regulations are tightening, requiring mobile number validation via a centralized system to combat internet scams and spoofing. Focus on fraud reduction and digital accountability.
BackBox 8.0: Network Resilience & Automation for Hybrid Networks
BackBox 8.0 enhances network cyber resilience with CVE workaround insights, improved Meraki support, and automation. It addresses hybrid network complexity, offering unified visibility and control for security.
Vodafone Idea (Vi): Government’s Rescue Plan for AGR Dues
Government explores options to alleviate Vodafone Idea's (Vi) AGR dues burden, including extending payment periods and converting interest, to prevent collapse and protect its investment. Key dues stand at ₹84,000 crore.
Alcatel-Lucent Enhances Switches with PROFINET Support
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise enhances its switches with PROFINET, crucial for IT/OT convergence in industries like automation and energy. It simplifies hybrid networks and offers centralized management for efficiency.
Telecom AGR Growth & Subscriber Decline in FY25
Telecom industry AGR grew 1.7% in FY25's last quarter, but Vodafone Idea & BSNL saw declines. Overall minutes of usage increased. Subscriber base decreased by 0.11%.
Flexrotor VTOL UAS: Intelligence & Surveillance in Asia-Pacific
Flexrotor VTOL UAS, designed for ISTAR objectives, boasts 12-14 hour endurance. Targeting Asia-Pacific market for defense, security, and maritime operations. Autonomous launch and modular payload.
Iran’s Internet Blackout Amid Israel Conflict: Information Control
Iran imposes internet blackout during the Israel conflict, controlling information flow and limiting communication, while accusing Israel of war crimes and restricting journalists.
SMBs & AI: Adoption, Training Gaps, and Growth Potential
SMBs rapidly adopt AI, but face training & infrastructure gaps. A TeamViewer study reveals a need for better skills & security despite optimism for AI's impact on efficiency & growth. Investment is planned.