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Asia Pacific regional intelligence explains how companies, people, policy moves, network operations, investment signals, data centre demand, telecom execution, and market constraints shape infrastructure delivery in the same geographic market or governance area. The page connects public articles with evidence, regional actors, operating dependencies, market context, and customer or regulatory exposure that may otherwise sit across separate topic or company pages. Readers can compare who is active, which signals are backed by public evidence, how local execution risk connects to broader internet infrastructure strategy, and what changes may affect customers, partners, regulators, or capital planning. Search users can understand the geography, the relevant infrastructure sectors, the public evidence base, and the practical questions that make the regional page more useful than a short listing of articles.

National Telecom
Eastern Communications: Bridging the digital divide with High-Tech
Eastern Communications: A legacy of innovation Founded in 1878, Eastern Telecommunications Philippines, Inc. (ETPI), now known as Eastern Communications, holds the distinction of being the country’s first telecommunications company. Today, it operates as a subsidiary of Vega…

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Nvidia CEO slams US chip export controls as counterproductive
Jensen Huang: AI chip export limits boost China At the Computex Taipei tech conference in May 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang criticised US export restrictions on high-tech chips to China, calling them a “failure.” He highlighted a drastic decline in Nvidia’s market share in China…

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Macquarie Telecom launches VeloCloud channel for MSPs
What happened: Macquarie expands SD-WAN access with new partner channel Macquarie Telecom has signed a landmark agreement with VeloCloud, a division of Broadcom, to launch a new partner channel across Australia. This deal enables Macquarie to distribute VeloCloud’s…

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RETN partners with JPNAP to expand IX services in Asia
RETN partners with JPNAP to expand Remote IX services, enhancing access to Japanese networks across Asia-Pacific.

Institutional
APNIC connects with Taiwan community at ICANN forum
APNIC participated in the ICANN APAC-TWNIC forum, sharing IPv6 updates, policy news, and engaging Taiwan stakeholders.

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Telstra accused of misleading coverage claims
TPG accuses Telstra of overstating network reach TPG Telecom, the parent company of Vodafone Australia, has accused Telstra of misleading consumers by overstating its mobile network coverage by approximately one million square kilometres. TPG claims Telstra’s advertised coverage…

Institutional
Nvidia and MGX to build Europe’s largest AI campus in France
Joint venture aims to position France as a leader in AI infrastructure Nvidia, in collaboration with the MGX investment fund of the United Arab Emirates, has revealed a partnership with French entities to develop the largest artificial intelligence (AI) campus in Europe, located…

APNIC
APNIC expands local engagement at TWNOG 6.0 in Taiwan
APNIC participated in TWNOG 6.0 by hosting a booth, delivering a Mandarin BGP workshop, and promoting ICP-2 consultation.

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Zain Jordan taps Ericsson for Cloud BSS overhaul
What happened: Zain Jordan begins Cloud-Native BSS upgrade with Ericsson Zain Jordan has teamed up with Ericsson to launch a major transformation of its Business Support Systems (BSS), shifting to a cloud-native model. This overhaul aims to boost digital service delivery, improve…

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SK Telecom cyberattack exposes millions to SIM cloning risks
Massive data breach triggers SIM card crisis On 18 April 2025, SK Telecom, South Korea’s leading mobile network operator, detected a cyberattack that compromised sensitive Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) data of approximately 25 million users, including those on…

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China Telecom appoints Liu Guoqing as President and COO
What happened: Liu Guoqing appointed as President and COO of China Telecom China Telecom, one of China’s largest telecommunications operators, has appointed Liu Guoqing as its new President and COO. This leadership change signals a new chapter for the company, which provides a…

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OpenAI appoints ex-Facebook VP as new applications CEO
What happened: OpenAI appoints Fidji Simo as new CEO of Applications OpenAI has appointed Fidji Simo, the former VP of Facebook, as the new CEO of Applications. Simo, who has been on OpenAI’s board for the past year, will focus on scaling the company’s traditional functions as it…

Cloud Service
RIPE 90 closes with calls for ICP-2 update improvements and number portability
RIPE 90 ends in Lisbon with urgent calls for IPv6 rollout acceleration and major reforms in internet abuse handling systems.

APNIC
Top tech news today: May 19, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. MuchBetter launches B2B corporate card MuchBetter introduces a corporate card tailored for businesses excluded from traditional banking services, aiming to reduce fees and improve access. Source 2. Tornado Cash developer’s attorney claims evidence hidden The…

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India to introduce star ratings for digital connectivity in buildings
TRAI proposes star rating system to boost In-Building digital connectivity The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled a draft manual proposing a star rating system to evaluate buildings based on their digital connectivity. This system, akin to energy efficiency…

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Ericsson deepens root to Japan’s telecom sector with job creation
What happened: Ericsson expands in Japan with strategic partnerships and Energy-Efficient RAN innovations Ericsson has intensified its involvement in Japan’s telecommunications industry by forging strategic partnerships and deploying advanced technologies. Notably, the company…

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Singtel expands 5G network slicing to consumers across Singapore
What happened: Singtel launches World’s first Consumer-Grade 5G network slicing with 5G+ upgrade Singtel has launched its 5G+ service, becoming the first telecom operator globally to extend comprehensive 5G network slicing capabilities from enterprises to the consumer market.…

Cloud Service
Aviva Asia: Evolving insurance for a digital future
Aviva Asia: Pioneering regional insurance transformation Established in 1999 as CGU Asia and later rebranded as Aviva Asia Pte Ltd, the company served as Aviva plc’s regional headquarters in Singapore. It supported insurance and wealth operations across Asia, playing a strategic…

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Ericsson boosts Japan R&D with 300 new jobs
Ericsson commits to creating 300 R&D jobs in Japan, boosting 5G and 6G innovation through local partnerships.

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Top tech news today: May 16, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Orange Wholesale names new CEO Valérie Cussa has been appointed CEO of Orange Wholesale International, succeeding Emmanuel Rochas, and will focus on innovative telecom solutions. Source 2. Mozambique Internet Exchange launches new PoP The Mozambique Internet…
