Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) is reportedly considering a mandate that foreign companies wishing to offer domestic satellite telecommunications services must establish a gateway station within the country.
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MyCC, MCMC Partner to Protect Market Competition and Consumer Interests
ExpiredThe Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), cementing their commitment to enhancing collaboration and cooperation in addressing competition issues that affect both regulators.
ITU Advances IMT-2030 Development for 6G
ExpiredThe International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has published the framework for the development of standards and radio interface technologies for the sixth generation of mobile systems, popularly referred to as 6G.
PLDT and NTSC Partner With PNP to Protect Telco Assets
ExpiredPLDT Inc. (PLDT), its wireless subsidiary Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) and other members of the National Telecommunications Security Council (NTSC) have partnered with the Philippine National Police to strengthen the security of telco infrastructure across the country.
ACMA Allocates 3.4/3.7 GHz Spectrum Bands to Four Companies
ExpiredAustralian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced that four companies have successfully won spectrum in its 3.4/3.7 GHz bands spectrum allocation process. This development is poised to stimulate innovation, enhance connectivity, and pave the way for advanced telecommunications services.
China Mobile Awards Huawei Majority of Contracts
ExpiredChina Mobile has awarded contracts for two 5G networks worth a total of CNY7.8 billion (US$1.1 billion) to three vendors, with Huawei receiving the majority of the contracts.
Vietnam to Block Users from Sharing Illegal Content
ExpiredVietnam, historically known for blocking online content that criticizes the one-party state, has been considering a new measure to block users from accessing the internet itself.
TRAI Instructs Telecom Operators to Establish Digital Consent Acquisition Process
ExpiredThe Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has requested telecom operators to create a digital consent acquisition (DCA) for maintaining and revoking customers' access to promotional texts and calls.
Balancing Surveillance and Business in India in the Digital Era
ExpiredIndia's Personal Data Protection Bill, which Parliament's upper house passed on Wednesday evening, is expected to become law once signed by President Droupadi Murmu. The bill had faced delays, particularly last year when it was revised to address concerns about mass surveillance and its impact on the business environment.
Globe Telecom Completes Third Tower Transfer to Frontier Towers
ExpiredGlobe Telecom, the operator in the Philippines, has announced the third closing and official transfer of 431 towers to Frontier Tower Associates Philippines (Frontier Towers) for PHP5.5 billion (US$97 million) in cash. 82% of these tower assets are ground-based towers, and 18% are rooftop towers.