Philippines mobile services revenue to exceed $5 billion by 2029
25 June 2025
According to a recent report from analyst firm GlobalData, the Philippines’ mobile services revenue is projected to grow from approximately US$4 billion in 2024 to over US$5 billion by 2029, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%.
This growth is largely fuelled by the increasing adoption of mobile data services and the rapid expansion of 5G networks across the country.
Find out more Thailand’s National Telecom in talks to revive struggling services
19 June 2025
Thailand’s state-owned telecommunications company, National Telecom (NT), is reportedly engaging in discussions with at least four potential partners — including major local rivals Advanced Info Service (AIS) and True Corp. — to form strategic alliances aimed at revitalizing its declining telecom services.
These talks involve collaborations around NT’s mobile and fixed broadband segments. Proposed partnership models include infrastructure sharing, joint marketing initiatives, and customer base expansion, primarily based on profit-sharing arrangements. Such collaborations aim to reduce operational costs and boost revenue in a highly competitive market.
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Tomorrow.io partners with Philippines’ NIA for AI-driven weather forecasting for agriculture
10 June 2025
Weather intelligence firm Tomorrow.io has announced a strategic partnership with the Philippines’ National Irrigation Administration (NIA), supported by the Department of Agriculture (DA), to enhance climate resilience and productivity for Filipino farmers through advanced AI and satellite technology.
This collaboration aims to revolutionize how weather forecasts inform farming decisions by utilizing Tomorrow.io’s AI-powered models combined with its proprietary network of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The technology enables micro-weather forecasting at the individual plot level, providing farmers with precise, real-time agronomic advice — such as optimal timing for pesticide application or irrigation delays based on anticipated rainfall.
Find out more India’s tech sector can rewrite water sustainability
23 May 2025
Mukul Kumar, Vice President (EOHS & Sustainability), Tata Communications
The global demand for freshwater is expected to outpace its supply by two fold in the next five years, creating widespread implications for communities, ecosystems, and businesses. Industries are aware of these effects and taking serious decisions to make water conservation a business imperative. The Interconnected Disaster Risks Report mentions India’s water demand is expected to double by 2030, which only means India could face extreme groundwater depletion, threatening access to drinking water for millions and also impacting the country’s GDP.
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