The Philippine telecoms sector is in the process of making a critical step forward as it awaits the entrance of a new operator. As of May 2018, the telecoms market was dominated by two mobile providers, Globe Telecom and PLDT, formerly the Philippine Long Distance Telephone. While it previously seemed the duopoly’s hold on the market was set...
To help boost internet penetration further and foster the benefits associated with it, the government has strengthened its commitment to building telecoms infrastructure. As such, the expansion of the national broadband network has been highlighted as an important pillar that will improve the ease of doing business, while at the same time...
How advanced is digital innovation among Philippine businesses compared to those in the region?
While the Philippines has a robust economy with sound macroeconomic fundamentals, its telecoms sector still lags behind global standards, in large part due to a lack of competition and limited investment. In spite of this, the domestic telecoms market is ripe for change and set to welcome a major new player, following the president’s promise...
While the Philippines has a robust economy with sound macroeconomic fundamentals, its telecoms sector still lags behind global standards, in large part due to a lack of competition and limited investment. In spite of this, the domestic telecoms market is ripe for change and set to welcome a major new player, following the pres¬ident’s promise to accelerate network modernisation. Consequently,...
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