The latest telecom news includes announcements on Comcast, Reliance Jio, Indus Cloud, Huawei, equipment supply rules in India, among others.
Comcast Expands Broadband to McDuffie County, Launches Lift Zone and Laptop Program
Comcast has expanded broadband service in McDuffie County, Georgia, providing high-speed internet, mobile, and security services through Xfinity and Comcast Business. As part of the launch, Comcast donated laptops to 47 Thomson High School students and opened a Lift Zone at the Boys & Girls Club with a $10,000 grant. The initiative is part of Project UP, a $1 billion program to increase digital access.
Reliance Jio Becomes World’s Largest Telecom Operator with 480mn Subscribers
Reliance Jio has become the world’s largest telecom operator with over 480 million subscribers, according to its FY25 annual report. Of these, 191 million are using its 5G network. The company is working with the Indian government on the INDIAai initiative, aimed at advancing artificial intelligence capabilities in the country. Jio is also investing in satellite communication services and 6G technology development as part of its network and service expansion plans, Economic Times reports.
DoT May Ease Local Sourcing Rules to Boost Telecom Equipment Supply
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is reviewing its public procurement policy under the Make-in-India framework. The review focuses on local sourcing requirements for telecom equipment, currently set at 50–60 percent local content. Industry stakeholders have indicated challenges in meeting these targets due to limited domestic production of key components. The policy covers telecom products procured by government departments and public sector undertakings. The review may result in adjustments to sourcing thresholds or changes in the list of equipment categories covered, LiveMint reports.
Indus Cloud and Huawei Partner to Develop Next-Gen Data Center in Pakistan
Indus Cloud and Huawei have signed an agreement to establish a next-generation data center in Pakistan. The facility will provide cloud computing, data storage, and disaster recovery solutions for enterprises, government organizations, and startups. It is expected to enhance local data sovereignty by hosting information within Pakistan’s borders. Huawei will provide technology expertise, while Indus Cloud will manage operations and service delivery.
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