Telecom & Internet
SingPost launches model for smart stamp, letterbox system
SingPost launches model for smart stamp, letterbox system
The company hopes to optimise its post delivery service.
ST Engineering subsidiary buys anti-satcom jamming firm
Glowlink’s patented algorithm can remove satellite interference.
Circles.Life expands to Australia through Optus tie-up
It offers a plan with no long-term contract.
MyRepublic launches all-unlimited mobile plan for $48 monthly
It comes with unlimited data, local SMS and talktime.
StarHub inks data connectivity deal with Chinese telcos
Singapore firms in Chongqing can soon work with their preferred ISP provider in China.
Singtel to receive boost as contributions from associates recover: analyst
Bharti’s losses are expected to narrow to $345m by FY20.
Three major towercos emerge from India's wave of consolidation
Bharti Infratel - Indus Towers, Reliance Jio, and American Tower command a market share of 80%.
Cybersecurity venture props up struggling StarHub as losses narrow
However, the segment remains loss-making.
Singtel Q1 profits crashed 35% to $541.1m
Higher network costs, depreciation and finance charges dragged on Airtel’s operations.
StarHub profits down 36.1% to $39.5m in Q2
Lower revenues from mobile, pay TV, broadband, and equipment sales hit earnings.
Singtel's dividends from associates may fall 22.58% to $1.2b in FY2020
Weakening operating performance, higher capital spending and dividend payout may hinder its growth.
Malaysian telco redONE makes Singapore debut
Its basic monthly subscriptions start from $8 a month.
IMDA and NRF injects $40m to boost 5G initiatives
5G trials will be conducted at the PSA Living Lab in Pasir Panjang Terminal in Q3.
Singtel launches digital self-registration for prepaid customers
Users can register new SIM cards and activate the mobile service within five minutes.
Circles.Life expands to Taiwan
Its base plan offers 18GB and an add-on option for unlimited data.
StarHub moves termination of cable network to 30 September
It cited last-minute applications from customers that decided to migrate to fibre.
Singtel revenue could be hit by government contract repricing
A potential IPO of its subsidiary Amobee may offer some reprieve.
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