Airtel’s Active User Growth Surges; Jio Stagnant
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 Challenges Haryana’s Telecom Charges: RoW Dispute
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 5G Capex Downturn: No Compelling Use Cases Yet
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 Recommends IoT Service Classification & M2M Transfer
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 Boosts Malaysia’s Digital Economy: Opportunities & Challenges
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: Bridging Digital Divide in Asia-Pacific with Satellite Internet
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.
6GHz Wi-Fi: Tech Firms Urge India to Delicense, Avoid Huge Losses
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: Shareholder Rewards & Vi Debt Reduction
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.
Telcos Refuse MMRCL’s IBS Rates, Offer Free Connectivity
Telecom operators reject MMRCL's ACES IBS rates, proposing free connectivity until a contract is finalized. They highlight unviable rates and offer interim solutions for continuous service.
Travelgoogoo365: Global eSIM for Travelers – Unlimited Data & Messaging
Travelgoogoo365 offers a global eSIM with unlimited basic data and messaging in 123 locations for $14/year. Seamless travel connectivity with 24/7 support and pay-as-you-go high-speed data options. Revolutionizing travel!
DBS Bank’s AI Transformation: Modernization & Customer Focus
DBS Bank's decade-long AI journey modernizes infrastructure, boosts customer experience, and drives value. From cloud migration to generative AI tools for employees, it is transforming banking. Customer centricity is key.
India Broadband Growth: LCOs Partnership & Wired Internet Expansion
LCOs are crucial for India's wired broadband expansion, partnering with telecom companies like Airtel & Jio to counter declining pay-TV revenue. Wired broadband users are expected to double by 2030.