A partnership has been announced to develop advanced data centers in India that can meet the infrastructure needs of businesses and digital service companies. Digital Realty, a global provider of data center solutions, will form a joint venture with Brookfield Infrastructure and Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL), a multinational conglomerate in India.
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Optus, AFCX Combat SMS Scams Through 'Call Stop'
Optus, one of Australia's leading telcos, has pioneered a new measure to protect customers from SMS scams by collaborating with the Australian Financial Crimes Exchange (AFCX) and major banking institutions. The project, dubbed “Call Stop,” started this week with the goal of putting an end to scam efforts made via fake messages.
Malaysia Government Reaches Agreement With Mobile Operators
Malaysia's communications minister has announced that the government has reached an agreement with the country's five mobile network operators (MNOs) regarding their stakes in the wholesale 5G company, Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB).
Nutanix Empowers Yogyakarta City's Digital Transformation
Nutanix, a leader in hybrid multi-cloud computing, has announced that the Yogyakarta City Communication, Informatics and Encryption Office (Diskominfosan) has utilized the Nutanix Cloud Platform to integrate all 229 government applications onto the Jogja Smart Service (JSS) platform. This integration has resulted in improved delivery and transparency of public services for over 217,000 JSS users.
5G Smartphone Sales Surge in India, Crossing 100 Million Milestone
According to recent research, the number of Indian cities covered by 5G is increasing, leading to a milestone of over 100 million 5G smartphone users in the country. This is the first time that monthly sales of 5G smartphones have surpassed those of 4G smartphones. Counterpoint Research expects the active installed base of 5G handsets to exceed 140 million by the end of 2023.
Globe Pilot-Tests GSMA ESG Metrics for Mobile in the Philippines
Globe has become the first GSMA member in the Philippines to pilot-test the groundbreaking GSMA ESG Metrics for Mobile.
SLA Digital Partners With Viettel Solutions to Offer Carrier Billing Services
SLA Digital has partnered with Viettel Business Solutions Corporation (Viettel Solutions), a member of Viettel Group, to provide carrier billing services. Viettel Group is the largest telecommunications provider in Vietnam, operating in 11 international markets and serving over 110 million subscribers. Viettel Solutions is leading the digital transformation efforts of Viettel Group.
Telecom Review Virtual Panel, ‘Increased Data Boosting Wholesale Capacity’
Telecom Review has successfully concluded its latest webinar titled "Increased Data Boosting Wholesale Capacity," which gathered industry experts to discuss the importance of wholesale capacity in enhancing international telecommunications infrastructure projects and other services.
Globe Showcases 5G-Connected Robots
Globe unveiled its 5G-connected robots at the recent INNOVANIA: Technology and Innovations Day held at the Globe Tower in BGC.
Foxconn Withdraws From US$19.5 Billion Joint Venture With Vedanta
Taiwan’s Foxconn, the largest contract electronics manufacturer in the world, has pulled out of a US$19.5 billion joint venture with Indian conglomerate Vedanta. The agreement, made last year, aimed to establish semiconductor and display production plants in Gujarat.