The Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2023 witnessed a groundbreaking moment in the telecom industry as Zain KSA and Huawei joined hands to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU). Telecom Review had the opportunity to participate in the signing ceremony and witness a significant step in the collaborative efforts towards green technology.
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SEA FinTech Ecosystem Suffers Sharp Decline in Funding
The downfall of the SEA FinTech startup ecosystem can be attributed to rising interest rates, macroeconomic factors and fear of reduced startup valuations.
RedCap: Pioneering a New Era in 5G Connectivity
In a groundbreaking announcement at the 5G Industry Summit during the Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2023, Huawei unveiled that RedCap, the revolutionary 5G technology, is officially embarking on its global commercialization journey with a connection forecast of 100 million connections in 3 years.
Softbank Unveils IoT Initiative Across 19 APAC Markets
SoftBank Corp., the telecommunications subsidiary of SoftBank Group Corp., has announced plans to expand its global IoT business in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region starting in October 2023.
Mobile Internet Growth Lags Even as Smartphone Ownership Surpasses 50%
According to the industry body, GSMA, more than half (54%) of the world's population now owns a smartphone. However, the rate of new mobile internet users has slowed down. The GSMA's annual State of Mobile Internet Connectivity Report 2023 reveals that 4.3 billion people currently own a smartphone. These smartphone users are skilled at finding mobile internet services to assist them with various tasks.
Nanotechnology Driving the Next Industrial Revolution, Says GlobalData
Nanotechnology is generating significant changes in the field of technological innovation, which is resulting in the emergence of new opportunities in numerous fields, including agriculture, healthcare and aerospace. It is transforming how we manage supply chains, design products and lead initiatives to increase the sustainability of enterprises. GlobalData, a leader in data and analytics, forecasts that nanotechnology will play a significant role in the implementation of innovative and effective solutions in the future.
Huawei Unveils LampSite X to Revolutionize Indoor Digital Experience
At the Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF) 2023, Huawei's Yang Chaobin, a Board Member and President overseeing ICT Products and Solutions, introduced LampSite X, an innovative 5G indoor digital solution set to usher in a new era of indoor connectivity and intelligence.
Tech Week Singapore to Feature Exceptional Line-Up of Speakers
CloserStill Media, the global producer of market-leading events, will be presenting an exceptional lineup of speakers for the Main Stage at Tech Week Singapore, which will take place on October 11-12 at Marina Bay Sands.
Huawei Introduces Comprehensive 5.5G Solutions for Making 5.5G a Reality
During the 2023 Global Mobile Broadband Forum (MBBF 2023), Huawei's President of Wireless Solution, Cao Ming, introduced the inaugural comprehensive suite of solutions for 5.5G in the industry. Cao emphasized the timeliness of 5.5G in facilitating new experiences, connections, and services.
NEC Powers Indonesia's Digital Revolution With Patara-2 Submarine Cable
NEC Corporation has announced the completion and operation of the Patara-2 submarine cable system in Indonesia. This cable system is owned by Telkom Indonesia, the largest digital telecommunications company in the country, which is dedicated to accelerating digitalization in Indonesia. The Patara-2 submarine cable system is a high-speed optical fiber cable that spans approximately 1,200 kilometers. It has a capacity of 100 gigabits per second and consists of 80 wavelengths and two fiber pairs.