Japan’s NTT Group is reportedly considering launching a billion-dollar Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) in Singapore that would hold up to $3 billion-worth of data center assets, according to a Bloomberg article.
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Softbank and Intelsat partner to launch global 5G network
Japanese conglomerate SoftBank and Intelsat have announced a new partnership to develop a hybrid network solution combining satellite and terrestrial communication technology. This, the companies say, will create a “Ubiquitous Network” that offers seamless mobile connectivity, even in areas without regular mobile coverage.
Verizon boosts fibre business with $20bn purchase of Frontier
Verizon is buying Frontier Communications in a $20 billion deal to strengthen its fibre network, with the deal representing significant growth for Verizon’s fibre business.
Telia to slash 3,000 jobs in cost cutting drive
Swedish telco Telia is set to cut 15% of its workforce, around 3,000 jobs, in an effort to cut annual costs by $253 million. The company currently employs around 18,000 people across five markets.
Open RAN Automation a $700 Million Opportunity
A new report from analyst firm SNS Telecom & IT suggests that global spending on Open RAN automation software and services will reach nearly $700 Million by the end of 2027.
DigitalBridge to acquire JTower in $631m deal
US investment company DigitalBridge has made an offer to acquire Japanese infrastructure firm JTower, in a deal worth JPY93 billion ($631.2 million) according to a Bloomberg report.
NTT to launch new AI company ‘NTT AI-CIX’
Japanese telco NTT (Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation) has announced its intention to launch a new AI company, named NTT AI-CIX, that the company says will focus on the promotion of “chained AI”, rather than “individual AI”.
SKT’s AI-based veterinary solution rolled out to Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam
The AI-based diagnosis service ‘X Caliber’ can help vets to analyse pet X-ray images in under 30 seconds
Telecommunication Market worth over USD 3995.3 Billion by 2036
Research Nester assesses the growth and market size of global telecommunication market which is anticipated to be on account of the rising spending on the implementation of 5G infrastructures as a result of customers’ shifting preferences for smartphone devices and next-generation technology.
SoftBank buys Graphcore, targets further AI investments
This week, Japanese conglomerate SoftBank has announced the acquisition of struggling UK-based AI chipmaker Graphcore.
KDDI and Sharp to build Asia’s largest data centre
Japan’s KDDI and Sharp have begun discussions with Super Micro Computer Inc. and Datasection to build an AI datacentre in Japan, which they say will be the largest in Asia.
NTT DOCOMO and Space Compass commit $100m to HAPS specialist AALTO
The investment will support the planned commercial launch of AALTO’s High Altitude Platform Station, Zephyr, in 2026
Microsoft pours $3.2 bn in Swedish cloud infrastructure
Microsoft has announced today that it will invest 33.7 billion Swedish crowns ($3.21 billion) to expand its cloud and AI operations in Sweden over the next two years. The investment is Microsoft’s largest-ever commitment to Sweden.
KDDI to deploy emergency response drones at 1,000 locations
This week, Japan’s KDDI has announced a new partnership with US-based drone specialist Skydio aiming to create a network of drone stations across the country to aid in disaster response.
Wayve secures $1bn in funding for AI-powered autonomous vehicles
UK self-driving car startup Wayve has secured $1.05 billion in investments to develop its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered vehicles, led by Japanese bank Softbank and with1notable contributions from Nvidia and Microsoft.
Practical & Tangible Benefits of $3.5 Billion Private 5G Network Market Becoming Increasingly Evident
A new report from analyst firm SNS Telecom & IT suggests that the real-world impact of private 5G networks – which are estimated to account for $3.5 Billion in annual spending by 2027 – is becoming ever more visible, with diverse practical and tangible benefits.
NTT looks to grab stake in Philippine data centres from PLDT
This week, PLDT Chairman Manuel Pangilinan has confirmed to Reuters that discussions are underway regarding the sale of up to 49% of the company’s data centre business unit to Japan’s NTT.
South Korea’s newest operator Stage X strikes partnership with Rakuten
This week, the newest mobile network operators in Japan and South Korea, Rakuten Mobile and Stage X, respectively, have agreed a strategic partnership alongside Rakuten Symphony that will see the trio collaborate on everything from network strategy to 6G technology.
Transpacific Honomoana cable to be extended to New Zealand
News Australian telco Vocus has agreed with cable owner Google to connect the existing route to Aukland, New Zealand This week, Australian telco Vocus has announced that it has struck a new deal with Google that will see the Honomoana cable extended to New Zealand....
BT to represent telecoms industry’s interests on new Critical Imports Council
Today, the UK government has announced the first meeting of the newly formed Critical Imports Council, a group formed to ‘help safeguard flows of vital goods such as medicines and smartphone chips’.
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