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China finished building the first launchpad at its Wenchang spaceport for the Long March 8 rocket. OmniOn Power’s Intelligent Distribution Bay addresses the growing challenges in the telecom and data center industry by providing real-time monitoring. Infobip launched AI Hub, an advanced upgrade integrating analytics, AI, and gen AI features to facilitate seamless end-to-end conversational experiences. CallTower joined the International Trade Council, reinforcing its dedication to excellence in Cloud Communications. The US government granted $50 million to Dish for the Open RAN Center for Integration & Deployment (ORCID), aimed at enhancing the global Open RAN ecosystem.

M&A

Unpacking Indosat Ooredoo’s Data Center Sale to BDx Indonesia

By Kamile Bigenyte January 11, 2024

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) discloses plans of selling its data centres to BDx Indonesia, brightening BDx’s footprints in the Indonesian market. This move plays to the advantage of BDx who already operates data centres in Asia, while strengthening IOH’s commitment to enhance Indonesia’s tech landscape. Secured by substantial banking funding, this development emphasizes the continuous growth in the telecom and IT sectors.

Market Watch

Huawei Surges in Chinese AI Scene Amidst US Sanctions

By Kamile Bigenyte January 9, 2024

In the ongoing technological rivalry between the United States and China, Huawei has emerged as a significant beneficiary, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). The U.S. government, in its persistent efforts to hinder China’s progress in AI development, has implemented various bans on the sale of certain products from American companies to their Chinese counterparts. The focus of this battle shifted notably to AI over the past year, with China positioning itself as a frontrunner in AI, albeit still relying on U.S. company Nvidia for crucial high-performance chips.

M&A

Brookfield’s Bold Move: Buying ATC’s Indian Towers, Expanding Digital Reach

By Kamile Bigenyte January 8, 2024

Brookfield Asset Management’s proposed $2.5 billion acquisition of American Tower Corporation’s Indian operations could redefine the country’s telecom landscape. This strategic move, merging around 75,000 of ATC’s sites with Brookfield’s digital infrastructure, would create the world’s second-largest independent tower company. However, government approval remains a necessary stepping stone.

AI

Microsoft Unveils £2.5 Billion Investment in UK AI Data Centers

By Kamile Bigenyte December 11, 2023

In a recent surge of developments within the data center industry, Microsoft has taken the lead with its commitment to invest a staggering £2.5 billion in expanding artificial intelligence (AI) data center infrastructure in the UK. This landmark investment comes amidst a thriving year for the sector, showcasing a 13% estimated growth compared to the previous year, according to Synergy Research Group.

People & Interviews

LexisNexis IPlytics CEO Tim Pohlmann’s Insights on 5G Patent Landscape

By Aiste Kryzanovske December 4, 2023

The race for 5G supremacy is intense, and LexisNexis IPlytics explores the landscape in their 2023 report. CEO Tim Pohlmann notes a significant surge in 5G patents, with the top 10 players owning 76% of declared patent families. The US leads in patent volume, followed by China and Europe. Huawei dominates the top 50 ranking. Pohlmann emphasizes the role of Chinese companies, particularly Huawei, in shaping the 5G sector, extending their influence to the automotive industry

Infrastructure

World’s First Universal Metasurface Antenna for High-Security 6G Communications

By Kamile Bigenyte December 4, 2023

An unprecedented advance in antenna technology can enable the manipulation of all five fundamental properties of electromagnetic waves through software control, according to researchers at City University of Hong Kong.

5G

Unraveling the Rollercoaster Ride of Mobile Core Network Growth

By Kamile Bigenyte November 23, 2023

Global mobile core network market’s slowest quarterly growth since 2017, according to Dell’Oro, is attributed to tough political and economic conditions and slower 5G network rollouts. Distinctively unstable trends mark the sector, with Huawei holding the lead in provider rankings for Q3.

Market Watch

Unveiling Huawei’s ‘RADICAL’: Revolutionising the Digital Economy

By Kamile Bigenyte November 22, 2023

The 2023 Asian Games offered a glimpse into the future of event tech, from eSports to AI-driven systems. Among the innovations, a standout was ‘RADICAL’, an intelligent digital solution by Huawei and China Mobile Zhejiang, designed to manage intense 5G traffic, ensuring an exceptional experience for attendees.

Infrastructure

Balancing Data Center Expansion and Environmental Preservation: A Chinese Perspective

By Kamile Bigenyte November 21, 2023

China’s “dual carbon” mandate is reshaping data centers, creating an eco-conscious equilibrium between robust computational power and sustainability. Consider China Mobile’s Hohhot data center, built with Huawei, melding massive computational potential with cutting-edge energy-saving technologies.