FPT and Ericsson to promote 5G in Vietnam

19 November 2024

FPT and Ericsson have announced a partnership to promote adopting 5G technology and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation.

The collaboration aims to develop applications that highlight 5G's capabilities in various sectors, such as healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. This initiative plans to establish dedicated efforts in Vietnam to foster AI and digital transformation innovations.

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U Mobile defends qualifications

13 November 2024

U Mobile has defended its qualifications to run Malaysia’s second 5G network after enduring a week of criticism from rivals, industry analysts and politicians who expressed bafflement at the government’s decision to give U Mobile the nod.

On 1 November, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) picked U Mobile to implement Malaysia’s second 5G network to compete with original 5G operator Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB). Most of the criticism has focused on the fact that U Mobile is the youngest and smallest of the contenders, having only started services in 2007.

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BSNL deploys 1,111 BTS in Bihar

05 November 2024

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has deployed 1,111 base transceiver stations (BTS) in Bihar under the 4G saturation project.

The company also recently announced that it has achieved the milestone of 5,000 BTS under the 4G saturation project throughout India. The aim of this project is to ensure that high-speed internet connectivity reaches everyone.

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Dito Telecommunity launches 5G FWA

23 October 2024

Dito Telecommunity has launched a 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) service featuring a home Wi-Fi service powered by 5G RedCap technology.

The new service – Dito Home WOWFi – was developed in partnership with Huawei Technologies, and leverages its 5G standalone (SA) network and enables speeds of up to 100Mbps for home users.

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