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One New Zealand is postponing the shutdown of its 3G network from August 31, 2024, to March 31, 2025.

Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) becomes the first telecom provider to adopt the latest 50G PON (Passive Optical Network) technology in Hong Kong, enabling support for 50G applications.

 Converge, a leading telecommunications provider, is set to bolster connectivity at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) by joining Globe Telecom and Smart Communications Inc. in offering free WiFi services across all terminals.

Globe Telecom has reportedly improved connectivity throughout Mindanao by constructing 276 new sites and upgrading 2,509 sites to 4G LTE in 2023.

Smart Communications, Inc. has recently embraced a cutting-edge 'green radio' network solution as part of its commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency. This innovative approach will revolutionize all of its wireless radio sites, introducing environmentally friendly practices while enhancing network performance.

Spark plans to introduce new online security measures to protect its consumers in New Zealand and enhance the security of its mobile and internet services against cybersecurity threats.

Singtel has signed three Memoranda of Understanding with industry leaders Cisco, Fortinet, and Nokia to offer quantum security solutions to businesses through its Quantum Safe Network (QSN). This collaboration allows enterprises to leverage Cisco's routing platform, Fortinet's firewalls, and Nokia's optical devices.

ePLDT, through its subsidiary, VITRO Inc., is working to enhance the Philippines' position as a growing data center hub in the Asia Pacific by opening the country's largest and first true hyperscale data center facility. Located on a 5-hectare property in Santa Rosa, Laguna, the 50 MW capacity VITRO Sta Rosa (VSR) is set to launch in July. To ensure power availability and redundancy for clients starting to use the facility in June, VSR's dedicated Meralco switching station will be energized by April 2024.

Last year, the total capital investment by three Chinese state telecom operators reached a peak, with a greater focus on dividend payments following government encouragement. In 2023, China Mobile, China Telecom, China Unicom, and their affiliate, China Tower, collectively invested 385 billion yuan (USD 53.3 billion)—a 2% increase from the previous year. However, their combined investment plans for 2024 amount to 366 billion yuan, a 5% decrease.

VNPT emerges victorious in the auction for the C2 band block, positioning itself as a key player in #Vietnam's #5G landscape.

Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group (VNPT) is the second telco to acquire 5G spectrum this month, having reportedly won the auction for the 3700-3800 MHz band.