Vi’s Customer Losses Widen Amidst 5G Competition
Vi continues to lose subscribers despite expanding 4G/5G coverage, while Jio and Airtel gain. Jio leads in 5G FWA with significant market share and ARPU. TRAI data shows Jio gaining overall users.
India’s Satcom Revolution: $20 Billion Opportunity
India's satcom market is poised for rapid growth, projected to reach $20 billion by 2028. Quick policy implementation and satellite internet services are expected to enhance broadband connectivity nationwide.
India Satcom Spectrum: Trai’s 4% AGR Levy for Starlink & Others
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.
India Tightens Satcom Security: Starlink & Others Face New Rules
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.
Starlink India Expansion: Partnerships & Regulatory Hurdles
Starlink plans India expansion, partnering to reach underserved areas. Faces regulatory hurdles but setting up infrastructure. Focus on partnerships, direct services, and regulatory approvals.
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.
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.
Infovista launches Synergy to enhance partner collaboration
This sentiment was echoed by Maurie Dobbin, founder and Managing Director of TeleResources, who stated, "Infovista Synergy empowers us to deliver region-specific solutions, tailored to local markets, while leveraging their powerful technology suite.