This week, a team of Chinese researchers from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications unveiled the world's first 6G field test network. According to the Chinese government news agency, Xinhua, the experimental network has shown that semantic communication can achieve the transmission capabilities of 6G using existing 4G infrastructure.
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Singtel, SK Telecom to Develop Next-Gen Telco Solutions
Singtel and SK Telecom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop next-generation telecommunications networks that will improve network performance and security, while also establishing the necessary foundation for the future adoption of 6G technology.
CelcomDigi Unveils New AI Experience Centre
CelcomDigi has launched its CelcomDigi AI Experience Centre (AiX), a state-of-the-art facility that aims to facilitate the innovative development of world-class digital solutions across a range of sectors and verticals.
U Mobile and EDOTCO Team Up to Accelerate 5G Rollout
U Mobile Bhd and EDOTCO have partnered to speed up the implementation of U Mobile's 5G network following the Malaysian government's announcement of a dual network model. In a joint statement, the two companies announced that U Mobile will leverage EDOTCO's tower infrastructure and expertise.
ZTE Introduces D³-ELAA for 5G-A Networks and Seamless Mobile Experience
ZTE Corporation has introduced the D³-ELAA (Dynamic, Distributed and Deterministic Extremely Large Antenna Array) solution, aiming to advance 5G-A networks and future mobile network evolution. This cutting-edge technology ensures a seamless user experience with minimal variation.
StarHub, ServiceNow Revolutionize Enterprise Service Management
StarHub has partnered with ServiceNow to integrate its Enterprise Solutions with ServiceNow's Now Platform, Service Bridge and AIOps on Cloud Infinity. The collaboration is expected to establish a new benchmark for enterprise service management.
Maxis Partners with Penang Government to Advance Digital Skills
The Penang State Government has partnered with Maxis to enhance the level of digital literacy through digital education and skills development among residents and students across the state.
Globe Telecom Advances Tower Asset Sale to Frontier Towers
Globe Telecom Inc. is approaching the final stages of its PHP 45 billion (USD $768 million) sale of tower assets to Frontier Tower Associates Philippines Inc., , having recently completed another transaction that generated PHP 2.38 billion (USD $41 million) in cash flow.
BSNL Prepares for 4G Launch in Chennai and Surrounding Districts
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced its preparations for the imminent launch of 4G services in the Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts as part of the Phase IX.2 initiative.
Optus Embraces Ericsson's 5G Interference Sensing Software
Optus, in collaboration with Ericsson, has successfully conducted a pioneering pilot in a live network utilizing Ericsson’s innovative Interference Sensing technology. This technology aims to enhance network performance and provide customers with a superior data experience by dynamically detecting and mitigating inter-cell interference in real-time.