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BusinessToday
7 days ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
US$130 Billion 5G-AI Economic Opportunity For ASEAN
ASEAN stands at the precipice of a transformative digital era, with the convergence of 5G and Artificial Intelligence (AI) poised to unlock a staggering US$130 billion economic opportunity for the Asia Pacific region by 2030. However, a new comprehensive research report by the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) warns that coordinated policy frameworks are urgently needed to harness this potential and prevent deepening digital divides across the diverse bloc. Released today, the report, 'Leveraging 5G to Accelerate AI-Driven Transformation in ASEAN: Imperatives, Policy Insights, and Recommendations,' serves as a blueprint for policymakers to accelerate the region's digital leadership. Professor Vu Minh Khuong, Practice Professor at the LKYSPP, National University of Singapore, underscored the urgency at the report launch. 'The convergence of 5G and AI represents the infrastructure of innovation, powering smart manufacturing, precision agriculture, and autonomous mobility. But ASEAN cannot afford to wait. The window for establishing regional leadership in intelligent connectivity is rapidly closing.' The study highlights significant disparities in 5G adoption across ASEAN, ranging from a robust 48.3% penetration in Singapore to less than 1% in several member states. Without unified action, these disparities threaten to hinder regional competitiveness as other global regions accelerate their digital transformation. Drawing from extensive interviews and surveys with over 400 professionals across eight ASEAN countries, the LKYSPP report identifies ten critical imperatives to fast-track 5G-AI transformation. A core recommendation is the establishment of coordinated digital leadership to overcome existing fragmentation that is slowing regional progress. The report urges ASEAN governments to view 5G not merely as a telecom upgrade, but as a strategic enabler for AI, while simultaneously addressing widening skills gaps impeding enterprise adoption. To secure ASEAN's digital future, the research recommends five strategic priorities: Establishing national 5G-AI development strategies with clear 2025-2030 roadmaps. Creating empowered coordination agencies within ASEAN member countries. Deploying forward-looking spectrum policies that promote accessibility and innovation. Fostering vibrant AI-driven ecosystems through robust public-private collaboration. Implementing robust monitoring frameworks to track progress and enable course corrections. The LKYSPP study emphasizes that prioritizing enterprise adoption is key to realizing 5G's economic impact. It points to existing regional successes demonstrating transformative potential, such as Singapore's 5G-powered smart ports achieving 50% latency reduction, Thailand's deployment of AI-enhanced disaster management systems, and Malaysia's wholesale network model reaching 82% population coverage. These examples, the report notes, illustrate the power of effectively implemented coordinated strategies. Furthermore, the report highlights the critical role of private 5G networks for Industry 4.0 transformation and positions Fixed Wireless Access as a compelling solution to bridge connectivity gaps in underserved areas. Current 5G deployments are also framed as crucial infrastructure for 6G evolution, expected by 2030, making today's policy decisions pivotal for future competitiveness. Looking ahead, the study envisions an ASEAN where enterprises scale globally through intelligent manufacturing, farmers optimize yields with AI-driven analytics, and students in remote areas access immersive education platforms, all powered by 5G and AI. Realizing this ambitious vision, according to the LKYSPP, demands bold and coordinated action, strategic planning, and sustained commitment to digital transformation. The comprehensive 148-page report and its executive summary are now available for public download, serving as both a strategic guide for policymakers and a resounding call to action for regional institutions to seize the 5G-AI moment and shape a digitally empowered future for ASEAN's 700 million citizens. Related
Associated Press
22-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Releases Strategic Roadmap for ASEAN's 5G-AI Transformation
New Research Reveals US$130 Billion Economic Opportunity and Outlines Policy Framework to Accelerate Regional Digital Leadership by 2030 SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 July 2025 - The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) today released a comprehensive research report outlining how ASEAN can harness 5G and artificial intelligence convergence for transformative economic growth. The study, 'Leveraging 5G to Accelerate AI-Driven Transformation in ASEAN: Imperatives, Policy Insights, and Recommendations,' provides policymakers with actionable strategies to unlock the region's digital potential. Prof. Vu Minh Khuong, Practice Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, at the report launch event ASEAN faces a critical window of opportunity. The research shows 5G alone is projected to contribute US$130 billion to Asia Pacific's economy by 2030. However, adoption remains uneven across the region — ranging from 48.3% penetration in Singapore to less than 1% in several ASEAN member states. Without coordinated action, these disparities risk deepening digital divides and weakening regional competitiveness. ASEAN may be left behind as other regions accelerate their digital transformation. 'The convergence of 5G and AI represents the infrastructure of innovation, powering smart manufacturing, precision agriculture, and autonomous mobility. But ASEAN cannot afford to wait. The window for establishing regional leadership in intelligent connectivity is rapidly closing,' said Professor Vu Minh Khuong from LKYSPP. 'Our report provides ASEAN policymakers with a blueprint to navigate the complex intersection of 5G and AI integration, and now policymakers must act decisively. Coordinated strategies that can accelerate regional leadership in intelligent connectivity must be established to help the region move beyond incremental improvements toward transformative digital leadership.' The LKYSPP study, drawing from extensive stakeholder interviews and survey responses from over 400 professionals across eight ASEAN countries, identifies ten critical imperatives for accelerating 5G-AI transformation, beginning with establishing coordinated digital leadership to address fragmentation that is currently slowing regional progress. ASEAN governments should treat 5G as a strategic AI enabler — not merely a telecom upgrade — while addressing the widening skills gaps that are impeding enterprise adoption across the region. To secure ASEAN's digital future, the report recommends implementing five strategic priorities: The LKYSPP report emphasises that enterprise adoption should be prioritised as the primary driver of 5G's economic impact. Looking across the region, there is much potential and notable examples of success: Singapore's 5G-powered smart ports have achieved 50% latency reduction, Thailand has deployed AI-enhanced disaster management systems, and Malaysia's wholesale network model has reached 82% population coverage. These examples illustrate the potential for transformative impacts when coordinated strategies are effectively implemented. According to the LKYSPP research report, private 5G networks are essential for Industry 4.0 transformation, while Fixed Wireless Access offers a compelling solution for bridging connectivity gaps in underserved areas. The report also positions current 5G deployment as critical infrastructure for 6G evolution expected by 2030, making today's strategic decisions particularly important for future competitiveness. Looking ahead, the study envisions ASEAN leading a 5G-AI powered future where enterprises scale globally through intelligent manufacturing, farmers optimise yields using AI-driven analytics, and students in remote areas access immersive education platforms. Realizing this vision requires bold coordinated action, strategic coordination and planning, and sustained commitment to digital transformation. The comprehensive 148-page report and executive summary are now available for download. The findings serve as both a strategic guide for policymakers and a call to action for regional institutions to seize the 5G-AI moment and shape a digitally empowered future for ASEAN's 700 million citizens. Hashtag: #LeeKuanYewSchoolofPublicPolicy #LKYSPP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Professor Vu Minh Khuong Prof Vu Minh Khuong is a Practice Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. His research and teaching concentrate on economic development and policy analysis. He has published three books and over 50 papers in prestigious academic journals, including Technological Forecasting and Social Change, Information Economics and Policy, Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, Scandinavian Journal of Economics, Telematics and Informatics, Telecommunication Policy, Journal of Structural Change and Economic Dynamics, Energy Policy. He is among the top 2% of most-cited scholars worldwide. Prof Vu earned his PhD from Harvard University. He is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Telecommunications Policy and the Journal of East Asian Policy. About the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) is an autonomous, professional graduate school of the National University of Singapore. Its mission is to be a leading global public policy school, with its faculty and alumni shaping thought leadership, improving standards of governance, and transforming lives for a more sustainable world. In addition to its Masters and PhD programmes, LKYSPP offers high quality Executive Programmes for civil servants, corporate executives, and non-profit professionals to equip them with insights and skills to transform their organisations and the world.
GMA Network
01-07-2025
- Business
- GMA Network
Telco industry's future hinges on harnessing AI, 5G - PLDT's Jimenez
PLDT Inc. is banking on the convergence of the latest digital and connectivity innovations—5G and artificial intelligence (AI)—to set the pace for the future of the telecommunications industry. In his keynote speech at the 2025 Mobile World Congress in Shanghai, China, last month, PLDT Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer Menardo 'Butch' Jimenez Jr. said, 'It is the power of both 5G and AI that will deliver the magic.' 'Not just one or the other. Telcos have the unique DNA to deliver both, and that's why we believe the future of the industry depends on how we harness these two forces together,' Jimenez said. The PLDT official laid out the telco's game plan for leading the 5G-AI revolution: build smarter infrastructure, collaborate boldly, and train relentlessly. With 5G standalone architecture as its backbone, PLDT is setting the stage for AI-powered innovation, he said. 'The solo mindset is outdated,' Jimenez said, as he underscored the importance of strategic partnerships. He said PLDT is investing in AI bootcamps and upskilling programs to ensure its workforce is ready to lead in the age of intelligent connectivity. 'If our people don't embrace AI, there's no way we can lead with it,' he emphasized. 'We must believe in it ourselves before we can deliver it to our customers,' Jimenez said. 'This is our dream, our vision, and our hope—that 5G and AI together will drive the next generation of growth for telco,' he said. — VBL, GMA Integrated News
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Datasea Secures $100 Million in 5G+AI Contracts from Major Clients, Reinforcing Strategic Expansion and Long-Term Growth
The renewal from a key client demonstrates strong loyalty, while a new major deal reflects continued growth momentum heading into FY2026. BEIJING, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Datasea Inc. (NASDAQ: DTSS) ("Datasea" or the "Company"), a Nevada-based technology company specializing in acoustic high-tech products and 5G+AI multimodal digital solutions, today announced that its subsidiaries have signed two new service contracts totaling up to $100 million for the provision of 5G-AI multimodal digital services over a 12-month period. The customers include long-term partner Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing Information Technology Co., Ltd. ("Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing") and a new key client, Qingdao Dong'an Information Technology Co., Ltd. ("Qingdao Dong'an") Under the terms of the agreements, Datasea will deliver customized 5G-AI digital services, including data Top-up solutions and AI-powered communication tools, to both Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing and Qingdao Dong'an. Each contract is valued up to $50 million, representing a strong vote of recognition and confidence in the performance and value of Datasea's 5G-AI solutions. Zhixin Liu, CEO of Datasea, commented:"Securing these two renewed agreements, particularly with long-time customer Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing, is not only a testament to our product strength and service quality, but also a validation of our customer retention strategy and long-term value delivery. These contracts reflect the high degree of customer stickiness that we've cultivated—Qingdao Ruizhi Yixing alone contributed over $38.3 million in revenue during the nigh months of fiscal year 2025. These new agreements not only help us confidently pursue our fiscal 2025 revenue target of $90 million but will also provide strong momentum for continued high-growth into fiscal 2026. We remain committed to scaling our intelligent 5G-AI services and reinforcing Datasea's position as an industry leader in China's digital transformation landscape." The contracts cover a 12-month service period and will support the delivery of enhanced 5G multimodal digital services, including advanced AI-enabled interaction platforms, precision marketing systems, and real-time data Top-up operations. This strategic expansion is expected to further solidify Datasea's leadership in China's rapidly evolving 5G-AI value-added services market. Datasea's 5G-AI multimodal platform leverages its proprietary Transformer architecture and distributed AI training methods to integrate data from multiple modalities—text, video, audio, and image—for comprehensive and intelligent enterprise solutions. These capabilities power a wide array of applications across sectors including e-commerce, digital marketing, fintech, logistics, and health management. About Datasea Inc. Datasea Inc. ("Datasea") is a leading provider of products, services, and solutions for enterprise and retail customers in two innovative industries, acoustic high tech and 5G-AI multimodal digitalization. The Company's advanced R&D technology serves as the core infrastructure and backbone for its products. Its 5G multimodal digital segment operates on a cloud platform based on AI. Datasea leverages cutting-edge technologies, precision manufacturing, and ultrasonic, infrasound and directional sound technology in its acoustics business to combat viruses and prevent human infections, and it is also developing applications in medical ultrasonic cosmetology. In July 2023, Datasea established a wholly-owned subsidiary, Datasea Acoustics LLC, in Delaware, in a strategic move to enter the U.S. markets and to mark its global expansion plan. For additional information, please visit Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will", "expects", "anticipates", "future", "intends", "plans", "believes", "estimates", "target", "going forward", "outlook," "objective" and similar terms. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and which are beyond Datasea's control, which may cause Datasea's actual results, performance or achievements (including the RMB/USD value of its anticipated benefit to Datasea as described herein) to differ materially and in an adverse manner from anticipated results contained or implied in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in Datasea's filings with the SEC, which are available at Datasea does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under law. 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