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China Telecom Global and Global Switch announced a partnership

By Jonathan Simon May 23, 2018

A worldwide partnership between CTG (China Telecom Global) and Global Switch was made official. It will allow the two companies to offer Data Centre Network solutions to customers globally. Global Switch already operates, develops and owns carrier and cloud-neutral data centres, that are located in Europe, and the Asia Pacific area. As a part of its services, it provides IEPL (international ethernet private lines), IPLC (international private leased circuits), VPN and IP transit. Deng Xiaofeng, CEO of CTG, expressed his satisfaction : “The collaboration will bring significant value-adds to our existing and future customers, fuelling their development and success with resilient and mission critical data centre network infrastructure.” John Corcoran, CEO of Global Switch, added: “This agreement with China Telecom Global is recognition of Global Switch’s continued commitment to providing customers with industry-leading facilities and solutions across our global portfolio. This initiative will further enhance access to our extensive connectivity…

Telecom News

Strategic telecom partnership between China and Africa

By Jonathan Simon May 10, 2018

CTG (China Telecom Global) and Liquid Telecom (a pan-African telecom company) signed a deal to collaborate in the development of network solutions and services. In Johannesburg, Liquid Telecom’s headquarter held the signing ceremony between the Chinese and the African companies. Senior Representatives from China Telecom Donald Tan and Changhai Liu, and Liquid Telecoms CEO Nic Rudnick, and Chief Business Development officer Willem Marais, were present for this event. The two companies will be able to provide to their customers an extended coverage on those two parts of the world. “With more than 50 countries in the region, Africa is nonetheless the booming new market with the highest development rate just after Asia, and a very important market for CTG.” said Changhai Liu. As the Managing Director of China Telecom (Africa and Middle East) he also added, “This collaboration will enable both CTG and Liquid Telecom better serve our customers and…

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Cooperation between HGC and China Telecom in optical fiber connection

By Jonathan Simon May 8, 2018

China Telecom (China Telecommunication Corporation) and HGC (formerly Hutchinson Global Communication) will be working together in building a carrier-to-carrier fiber optic connection on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. HGC, founded in 1992 under British ruling, is the leader in fixed-line operators. It also has an extensive number of infrastructures outside of Hong Kong. It is also one of Hong Kong’s main Wi-Fi provider with 29,000 hotspots. It is now owned by I Square Capital, under Asia Cube Global’s infrastructure. On the other hand, China Telecom is the most important state-owned telecommunication company in China. It manages the third largest broadband network in the world. Their internet offers has 160 million subscribers, and the customers’ number of their mobile service is 260 million. This Bridge connects Zhuhai, up north Macau, Macau itself and Hong Kong. It is set to open for vehicles on July 1rst 2018. It will also be used for…

AI

Alibaba Cloud Expands AI Network with Robust Asia-Pacific Growth

By Kamile Bigenyte July 3, 2025

Alibaba Cloud is accelerating its global expansion with new data centers in Malaysia and the Philippines and a $52.7 billion investment in infrastructure. The launch of its AI Global Competency Center in Singapore highlights its push to train talent and deploy AI across industries.

IoT

Singtel and floLIVE Revolutionize Global IoT with eSIM Innovation

By Kamile Bigenyte June 25, 2025

Singtel is revolutionizing global IoT solutions with floLIVE’s distributed core network. This strategic collaboration enables seamless eSIM-based services for over 190 markets. Targeting the automotive sector, Singtel’s approach is a game-changer, offering innovative multi-domestic connectivity that adheres to strict regulatory standards.

M&A

EU Endorses SES-Intelsat Merger to Rival Starlink

By Kamile Bigenyte June 9, 2025

The European Commission is set to approve a €2.8 billion merger between SES and Intelsat, aiming to strengthen Europe’s satellite independence. Though not a direct rival to Starlink, the combined entity will leverage GEO, MEO, and LEO assets to expand coverage and support EU initiatives like IRIS2.

AI

Brookfield Invests $10B in Sweden’s AI Infrastructure Expansion

By Kamile Bigenyte June 6, 2025

Brookfield Asset Management is investing SEK 95 billion in AI infrastructure in Sweden, marking one of its largest European AI ventures. This initiative includes a new AI facility in Strängnäs that will double data center capacity and create over 1,000 jobs.

Telco Buzz

FCC Tightens Device Lab Rules to Counter Security Threats

By Kamile Bigenyte May 26, 2025

The FCC has tightened oversight of device certification labs to protect national security, targeting those with suspected foreign ties. The new rules, unanimously approved, aim to prevent influence from adversaries like China and ensure only trusted labs can certify radio transmitting devices for the U.S. market.

AI

US Withdraws AI Export Rule to Enhance Global Relations

By Kamile Bigenyte May 15, 2025

The Trump administration has scrapped the Biden era AI Diffusion Rule, opting instead for a country specific approach to AI chip exports. Citing innovation concerns and strained diplomatic ties, officials plan to strengthen partnerships with allies while restricting access for adversaries like China.

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Congress Extends Spectrum Auction Authority and Sparks Industry Debate

By Kamile Bigenyte May 13, 2025

A federal budget amendment extends spectrum auction authority to 2034, aiming to raise revenue by identifying 600 megahertz for auction. While excluding key bands like 3 GHz and 6 GHz, the plan sparks debate over spectrum use, with industry leaders divided on reallocating the CBRS band.