Telecom & Internet
Microsoft partners with Cyberport to support local startups with AI applications
Microsoft partners with Cyberport to support local startups with AI applications
Six companies were selected for the programme.
CK Hutchison mulls spin-off of telecom business
There is no guarantee that any transaction will take place.
Comba Telecom suffers $564m net loss in FY2024
The decrease was attributed to the decline in revenue and gross profit.
HK Telecom, Pay-TV revenue to see 1.8% CAGR through 2029
This will be led by the growth in mobile data and fixed broadband service segments.
Mobile operators can soon install facilities without fees in new buildings
This is effective starting 1 April 2025.
PCCW Global and GalaxySpace ink MoU on LEO satellite market expansion
The satellite expansion will initially focus on Hong Kong and countries along the Belt and Road.
Comba Telecom dwindles in H1 2024 with $157m loss
Revenue also decreased by 27.4% to $2.3b.
HKT to halt 2G services by November
2G service users accounted for only 0.36% of its mobile subscription base.
HKT to see debt drop over stake sale: S&P Global
Demand in mobile roaming and growth in broadband and local data services to drive profits.
Hong Kong Telecom will see its debts reduce after the sale...
Enhanced industry regulatory scheme for marketing calls launched
This includes requiring telemarketers to provide their names and contact numbers upon recipients' requests.
Singapore and Hong Kong team up to combat telecom scams
The parties will collaborate on three areas.
OFCA launches labelling scheme to boost 5G indoor coverage in buildings
It will push mobile network operators (MNOs) to improve 5G network coverage indoors.
Fixed comm services revenue to grow 2% in 5 years
This is thanks to the fixed broadband service segment.
Telcos complete 5G enhancement in three areas
This was executed by four companies.
China Telecom unveils direct-to-phone satellite connectivity in Hong Kong
It is powered by the Tiantong-1 satellite system.
Is 5G the saving grace of Hong Kong’s mobile services market?
Revenue is expected to be driven by 5G adoption, but not by much.
HTHK collaborates with BAHK for seamless 5G connectivity at Art Basel Hong Kong
This marks HTHK’s third consecutive year of partnership with BAHK.
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