02 July 2025

Warren Aw, Chief Commercial Officer at Epsilon

Spending on AI across the APAC region is expected to reach $175 billion by 2028, according to IDC. Mission-critical use cases – from real-time financial trading, large-scale data transfer and cloud access, to network expansion, application orchestration and content delivery – are driving unprecedented demand for ultra-fast connectivity. Data demands are continuing to surge alongside this growth, and there is a huge opportunity for APAC service providers to adapt and future-proof their connectivity to stay competitive.

Wavelength technology is increasing in popularity to enhance network performance and enable businesses to scale efficiently across borders. It provides unparalleled performance over long distances, transporting data with high capacity, scalability and efficiency.

Businesses across APAC need to stay agile and competitive with next-generation networking. Wavelength gives service providers the opportunity to futureproof their network infrastructure, reduce latency and support emerging use cases to accelerate digital transformation in high-growth markets.

Handling High-Performance Expectations

The rise of data-intensive applications, from financial services and manufacturing to media and healthcare, is reshaping connectivity requirements across the region. Real-time responsiveness, large-scale data transfers, and seamless cloud access are now critical for maintaining the speed and reliability of many enterprise operations.

In the age of the cloud, enterprise customers and end users expect fast and reliable access to everything, from real-time applications to high-definition video streaming and VoIP communications, anywhere in the world.

However, Ethernet and other similar types of network infrastructure, which many businesses across APAC still rely on, can quickly become congested during times of peak activity. For enterprises in the region that count on constant access to low latency connectivity, slow service is unacceptable. Service providers must combat this by diversifying their network infrastructure to steer clear of busy routes.

Traditional networks are often difficult to adapt for modern use cases and are not designed for cloud integration, which is now essential for many industry verticals.

Meanwhile, the APAC region’s diverse geography, distributed data centre ecosystems, and fragmented regulatory environments require a flexible, scalable network model that can reliably support both mature and emerging markets. Service providers operating in the region can navigate these challenges with ease with the help of an expert partner.

Wavelength as a Strategic Enabler

Wavelength services use Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) to transmit multiple data streams simultaneously across a single optical fibre via different wavelengths of light, allowing for high-speed, private, point-to-point connectivity between key locations.

For APAC network service providers, this can enable:

• • High-Capacity Transmission: Reliable and scalable bandwidth between regional hubs without the need for extensive infrastructure changes.
• • Reduced Latency: Faster delivery of time-sensitive services such as cloud access, streaming and application orchestration.
• • Improved Cloud Connectivity: Direct, high-speed connections to public cloud providers, many of which are expanding across the APAC region.
• • Cross-Border Reach: Interconnection with regional and global carriers to support seamless services between countries and continents.

Wavelength offers a compelling alternative to traditional Ethernet or leased line services, particularly in congested or underdeveloped network environments. It can also support Ethernet interfaces at end points, helping to complement existing enterprise networks.

Supporting Enterprise Growth and Service Delivery

As more enterprises across APAC adopt hybrid and multi-cloud strategies, service providers must deliver consistent performance and security across increasingly complex network architectures. Wavelength meets these needs by offering:

• • Dedicated Connections: Private, uncontended paths for data transmission, supporting secure and high-throughput services.
• • Scalable Bandwidth: Flexible capacity upgrades as enterprise demand increases.
• • Security Options: Configurations including unprotected, diverse and protected links to meet varying business operational standards.
• • Cost Efficiency: Lower cost compared to alternatives such as dark fibre, due to optimised network bandwidth.

Network Expansion with an Expert Partner

Deploying Wavelength connectivity is most effective in collaboration with experienced network providers that can bring global reach, local expertise and technical depth for long-term success.

An ideal partner provides a robust backbone infrastructure spanning international routes and interconnects seamlessly with major cloud platforms and data centres. This global presence ensures that APAC service providers can extend their network presence worldwide, while maintaining consistent and reliable performance across borders.

In addition to broad infrastructure coverage, network resilience is also critical. High availability connectivity, route diversity and built-in redundancy are key for safeguarding against outages and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery. This is especially important in APAC, where expert partners can help to bridge regional regulatory variations and infrastructure disparities.

Online self-service portals and automated provisioning are other useful features to look out for, which allow service providers to monitor, manage, and scale their services quickly and with minimal downtime. Leveraging these capabilities streamlines the deployment process and reduce the need for complex manual configurations.

Working with a networking partner can also simplify the cybersecurity and regulatory side of things, with expert guidance, support and enterprise-grade connectivity. This helps service providers to stay compliant, meet evolving demands and ensure quality network protection.
APAC service providers can significantly reduce complexity, accelerate time-to-market and deliver high-quality services with confidence, when they select the right partner. This collaboration provides the foundation needed to scale effectively and compete in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

Powering APAC’s Digital Future

The APAC connectivity landscape is always evolving. As real-time applications, AI models, and high-bandwidth services become vital to enterprises, network performance levels are making all the difference.

Wavelength is modernising infrastructure, eliminating latency, and delivering high-performance connectivity that exceeds expectations and brings service providers into the future of networking.

Service providers need to make the most of this opportunity with the help of an expert partner. Together, they can supercharge connectivity for customers across APAC and beyond – delivering a scalable, resilient, and next-generation network infrastructure built for the demands of a digital future.