U Mobile named official broadcast sponsor for FIFA World Cup 2026 on RTMKlik
MALAYSIA 15 JUN

U Mobile named official broadcast sponsor for FIFA World Cup 2026 on RTMKlik

Malaysian operator U Mobile has been appointed as the official broadcast sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on RTMKlik. The operator will provide its subscribers with access to all 104 of the FIFA tournament matches. In addition, U Mobile subscribers can also win exclusive prizes and fan experiences as part of the campaign.

Silknet offers iPhone discount with number porting
GEORGIA 15 JUN

Silknet offers iPhone discount with number porting

Georgian operator Silknet is offering customers porting a mobile number to its network a GEL 100 discount on a new iPhone 17. The promotion is valid in three service centres in Tbilisi until 15 July.

Hong Kong loses more than 3,000 fixed-line subscribers in February
HONG KONG 15 JUN

Hong Kong loses more than 3,000 fixed-line subscribers in February

Hong Kong lost 3,164 fixed-line subscribers in February, ending the year with 1.696 million users. The total includes 670,801 residential fixed-lines and 1.025 million business lines. The number of non-exchange lines (which includes IP telephone and fixed wireless services) was stable month-on-month at 1.354 million, according to figures from the Office of the Communications Authority (OFCA). The number of leased lines decreased to 136,302 in February 2026 from 136,874 in January.

Fitch upgrades Uztelecom rating outlook
UZBEKISTAN 15 JUN

Fitch upgrades Uztelecom rating outlook

Uzbek national operator Uztelecom said Fitch Ratings has revised its rating outlook for its long-term debt to positive from stable. The operator said its BB rating level has been confirmed. 

Kyrgyztelecom offers Fifa World Cup access to IPTV subscribers
KYRGYZSTAN 15 JUN

Kyrgyztelecom offers Fifa World Cup access to IPTV subscribers

Kyrgyzstan national operator Kyrgyztelecom has announced that its IPTV subscribers are able to watch matches from the Fifa World Cup men's football tournament. They can watch the games on the television channels UTRK and UTRK Sport.

Dialog to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup matches on Play App with no subscription fee
SRI LANKA 15 JUN

Dialog to stream 2026 FIFA World Cup matches on Play App with no subscription fee

Sri Lankan operator Dialog Axiata has announced it will provide live coverage of all FIFA World Cup 2026 matches via the Dialog Play mobile application. Users can access the streams without a subscription fee by downloading the app on their smartphones. In addition to live broadcasts, the platform includes on-demand playback and rewind functionalities, allowing viewers to access completed matches or restart active streams from the beginning.

LG Uplus ordered to bargain with subcontractor union
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

LG Uplus ordered to bargain with subcontractor union

South Korea's revised Trade Union Act, commonly known as the "Yellow Envelope Law", has been applied for the first time in the telecommunications sector, with the Seoul Regional Labor Relations Commission ruling that LG Uplus must engage in collective bargaining with a union representing subcontracted field workers, according to Newsis, citing industry sources. The commission accepted a corrective action request filed by the LG Uplus Irregular Workers Branch, concluding that LG Uplus exercises substantial i

Korea Telecom rolls out multilingual AI counsellors in retail stores
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

Korea Telecom rolls out multilingual AI counsellors in retail stores

Korea Telecom (KT) has introduced a new multilingual AI counsellor service in its retail stores to improve support for foreign customers and streamline in-store consultations. The AI-powered system supports more than 20 languages, including English, Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese, and provides information on mobile plans, value-added services, subscription procedures and membership benefits. The service is designed to help customers better understand KT's telecommunications products and terms of service in th

South Korea launches centralised internet equipment compensation system
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

South Korea launches centralised internet equipment compensation system

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT (MSIT), together with the Korea Telecommunications Operators Association (KTOA) and the Korea Cable Television Association (KCTA), has launched a centralised compensation claims system for electricity costs associated with internet equipment installed in apartment buildings and other multi-dwelling properties. From 15 June, property managers will be able to submit claims through a new online compensation management platform operated by KTOA. A dedicated support cent

BAE Systems partners NEC on cyber defence cooperation in Japan
JAPAN 15 JUN

BAE Systems partners NEC on cyber defence cooperation in Japan

BAE Systems and NEC have signed an MoU to collaborate on the development and implementation of active cyber defence (ACD) capabilities for the Japanese government. The agreement is intended to combine BAE Systems' experience in cyber defence and active cyber defence practices with NEC's technology capabilities, deployment experience and knowledge of Japan's cybersecurity policy and operational environment.

Veon joins global race to acquire stake in Nagad, mulls fintech expansion in Bangladesh
BANGLADESH 15 JUN

Veon joins global race to acquire stake in Nagad, mulls fintech expansion in Bangladesh

Veon has formally submitted an investment proposal to the government of Bangladesh to acquire or form a strategic partnership with mobile financial services provider Nagad, The Business Standard reports, citing a letter sent by Veon to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. Veon intends to combine the footprint of its local telecom subsidiary Banglalink with Nagad's base of 30 million active users to build a synchronized digital ecosystem.

LG Uplus introduces 200 Mbps broadband tier for households and small businesses
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

LG Uplus introduces 200 Mbps broadband tier for households and small businesses

LG Uplus has launched a new 200 Mbps fixed broadband service for residential customers and small businesses, adding a new speed tier between its existing 100 Mbps and 500 Mbps offerings. The operator said the new plans, introduced on 15 June, are intended to broaden customer choice and reflect changing broadband usage patterns among households and small businesses.

JAPAN 15 JUN

NTT Docomo adds Google Pay support for d Card users

NTT Docomo has launched support for Google Pay for its d Card credit card service, enabling customers to use the card for contactless payments through compatible Android smartphones and smartwatches. The service became available on 12 June and allows d Card holders to add their cards to Google Wallet for use at merchants and public transport systems that support Visa and Mastercard contactless payments, as well as on websites and applications that accept Google Pay.

JAPAN 15 JUN

JAXA confirms successful H3-30 launch and satellite deployments

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully launched the sixth flight of its H3 launch vehicle, using the H3-30 configuration for the first time. The rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Center on 12 June and reached its planned orbit, according to JAXA. The second stage was injected into its predetermined orbit and that the separation of the Petrel and Stars-X satellites was confirmed approximately 16 minutes after launch. Based on post-orbit data from the second stage, the agenc

SINGAPORE 15 JUN

IMDA and Microsoft sign AI safety and security partnership

Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Microsoft have signed an MOU to expand collaboration on AI safety and security, with a focus on research, information sharing and policy development for advanced AI systems. The agreement establishes cooperation across three areas. The first covers joint technical and research work on AI safety and security, including research into agentic AI and the development of evaluation methods, tools and benchmarks for AI models. The collaboration will also

JAPAN 15 JUN

NH Institute and SynaXG partner on private 5G and edge AI deployments

Japanese startup NH Institute has announced a partnership with Singapore-based AI-RAN company SynaXG to deploy integrated private 5G and edge AI infrastructure using the SynaSpark Rover platform. The collaboration was announced at Computex 2026 in Taiwan and will focus on deploying the platform across locations including shopping centres, stadiums and office buildings. NH Institute said the system combines private 5G networking with distributed AI computing, enabling connected devices such as robots and dro

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

LG Uplus launches AI-powered voice messaging campaign

LG Uplus has launched a voice-based customer engagement service that uses interactive voice response (IVR) technology and AI to connect users through recorded messages of encouragement. The service, called "Simple Mailbox", allows users to leave or listen to anonymous voice messages via a dedicated telephone number. The operator said the initiative is designed to create new voice-based communications experiences by focusing on audio interactions rather than conventional text-based messaging.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

Naver Cloud outlines sovereign AI strategy for defence applications

Naver Cloud has outlined its approach to deploying AI in defence environments, highlighting multimodal AI, edge infrastructure and field-based engineering support as key components of its strategy. The company presented its plans during a defence AI transformation seminar held at the InLEX Korea Defence Industry Development Expo in Daejeon, attended by representatives from the defence, defence industry and ICT sectors.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

Korea ICT exports hit record high in May on semiconductor demand

South Korea's information and communications technology (ICT) exports reached a record USD 47.79 billion in May, driven by strong semiconductor demand linked to AI infrastructure investment, according to data released by the ministry of science and ICT and the ministry of trade, industry and energy. ICT exports increased 128.9 percent year-on-year, while imports rose 36 percent to USD 15.7 billion. The resulting trade surplus reached a record USD 32.09 billion.

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 15 JUN

KT expands membership promotions for June during World Cup

Korea Telecom (KT) has expanded its June membership programme, introducing a range of retail, dining, entertainment and shopping offers tied to the World Cup season. The operator said the second phase of its June customer rewards programme will run from 16 to 30 June and is designed to support activities such as social gatherings and match viewing, with a focus on food and convenience-related offers.

MALAYSIA 15 JUN

CelcomDigi upgrades network infrastructure to manage World Cup 2026 traffic surge

Malaysian telecoms operator CelcomDigi reports it has deployed network preparation measures across Malaysia to manage the expected surge in mobile data traffic during the FIFA World Cup 2026. CelcomDigi expects this network load to be driven primarily by HD live streaming, social media activity, and real-time content sharing across mobile and smart devices.

CHINA 15 JUN

Tencent upgrades cloud product portfolio for AI agent deployment

Tencent Cloud has also upgraded its cloud product portfolio to support the large-scale deployment of AI agents in real business scenarios. The full-stack capabilities span models, inference services, agent infrastructure and ecosystem connectivity. Tencent says its latest Hy3 Preview model has been optimized for agent task execution and cost performance, and is already being integrated across products such as CodeBuddy, WorkBuddy and Yuanbao. In WorkBuddy, Hy3 Preview improved first-response speed by 54 per

TAIWAN 15 JUN

Line ecosystem expands enterprise reach via Trransfer and Line Go B2B integration

B2B ground transportation platform Trransfer Technologies has signed a partnership deal with Line Go, a Taiwanese MaaS (Mobility as a Service) ecosystem platform. Line Go is an integrated mobility service built directly inside Asian messaging and OTT platform Line. This partnership follows a 1-month operational pilot started on 11 May, and aims to create a scalable outbound travel service for Taiwanese companies, multinational corporations and business travelers.

BANGLADESH 14 JUN

Banglalink to stream World Cup 2026 matches live on Toffee platform

Veon has announced that its Bangladeshi subsidiary Banglalink has secured the streaming rights for the World Cup 2026. Fans across Bangladesh will be able to watch all 104 matches live on Toffee, Banglalink's digital entertainment platform, on their phones, laptops and TVs.

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