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SoftBank to build its own batteries for AI data centres
The new unit will support SoftBank’s expansive AI data centre ambitions
Agentic workflows opening the door to an ‘experience of one’
For decades, operators have faced a familiar set of challenges, including declining margins, rising operational complexity, and limited differentiation.
Bridging the Digital Divide: 5G Drives Rural Revitalization in Guangxi, China
Press Release [Chongzuo, China, March 26, 2026] In the karst terrain of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Buhua Village, once a remote and economically underdeveloped community, has been transformed into a popular tourist attraction thanks to a 5G information...
NTT DATA leads consortium to launch $1bn Intra-Asia Marine Cable
News A new joint venture between NTT DATA, Sumitomo, and JA Mitsui Leasing will deploy an 8,100km, 320Tbps network to bolster digital infrastructure and regional connectivity across Asia by 2029 This week, NTT DATA Group, Sumitomo Corporation, and JA Mitsui Leasing...
Private 5G Market Nears Mainstream With $5 Billion Surge, Says SNS Telecom & IT
A new report from SNS Telecom & IT indicates that private 5G networks are on the verge of mainstream adoption, with annual spending projected to reach $5 billion by 2028.
Telehouse Thailand partners with NT to support digital transformation across public and private sectors
High-capacity international data transmission will be delivered via submarine cable systems to enhance the country’s telecoms backbone.
Trump rattles Asian chip market with threat of 100% tariffs
Donald Trump’s announcement of a 100 percent tariffs on imported semiconductors has triggered a major shift across the Asian chip markets, with a distinct divide between firms punished by the measure and those benefiting from exemptions linked to U.S. investment.
SoftBank reinflates its dream of floating mobile towers
Today, SoftBak has announced ambitious plans to begin offering pre-commercial High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) services in Japan in 2026 through a new partnership with US startup Sceye.
NTT buying up land to support global data centre expansion
NTT DATA has announced an expansion of its global data centre footprint, acquiring land across seven markets in North America, Europe, and Asia, to support nearly one gigawatt of future capacity.
AALTO’s HAPS drone Zephyr logs 67 days of continuous flight
AALTO HAPS, an Airbus subsidiary based in Farnborough, UK, has set a world-record for global aviation with its Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS)
Vehicle connectivity is crucial as half of consumers worry about car hacking
Press Release Nearly half of drivers already pay monthly subscription for automotive digital services OEMs say predictive maintenance, enhanced safety features and autonomous driving features most likely to drive recurring revenue OEMs view interfaces APIs, digital...
Exabeam Research Uncovers AI Disconnect Between Security Leaders and Practitioners
71% of executives report AI-driven productivity gains; only 22% of analysts agree
Trump announces tariffs on ‘Liberation Day’ at White House
News President Donald Trump has announced a broad set of sweeping tariffs Wednesday, which has been dubbed as “Liberation Day” by the White House By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities Shortly after markets closed on Wednesday, President Donald Trump took to the...
Ericsson and SoftBank sign “next-generation” AI MoU
Ericsson and SoftBank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of next-generation telecom technologies, including AI, Cloud RAN, Extended Reality (XR), and 6G, aiming to establish a strategic partnership towards 2030
Techbuyer collaboration yields successful recovery of precious metals from printed circuit board
Press Release Bioscope’s patented bioleaching solution delivers sustainable, high value returns Cambridge, UK – 25 March 2025: Bioscope Technologies is pleased to announce Techbuyer, an established international provider of ICT equipment refurbishment, resale and...
Work begins on E2A transpacific subsea cable
Today, an international consortium including Chunghwa Telecom, SoftBank Corp., SK Broadband, and Verizon Business has announced the start of construction of the East Asia to North America (E2A) submarine cable system.
18,000 companies affected as NTT stung by data breach
This week, Japanese telco NTT has revealed it has been the subject to a major data breach, potentially compromising the data of almost 18,000 corporate customers.
Airtel lands the SEA-ME-WE-6 cable in Chennai (India)
● The 21,700 Rkm submarine cable will connect India to Singapore and France (Marseille)
crossing Egypt, enhancing India’s connectivity to the world
● SEA-ME-WE-6 to bring a whopping 220 TBPs of global capacity to India
China Telecom announces early completion of Asia Direct Cable project
News The Asia Direct Cable (ADC) system is now fully operational, two months ahead of schedule The ADC, developed by a consortium of companies including China Telecom, China Unicom, Singtel, SoftBank, Tata Communications, and Viettel, is the first new submarine...
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