Huawei 5G saga with US Commerce Department is a global concern. Asia market has reignited the interest of cyber security and 5G connectivity. This year, 5G takes the centre of the stage of this year’s ConnecTechAsia.
Mr Tan Kiat How, Chief Executive, Infocomm Media Development Authority, is present to give the opening address for the launch of the event. Bringing connectivity to all is Singapore’s primary goal. Currently, Singapore is able to deliver the 4G mobile services to all Singaporean at SGD29.99/month (approx. USD 21.90)
The incoming 5G technology will create a competitive mobile market that will eventually bring more values to the customers. Consumers are not the only one benefits from the technology. Enterprises and government could also reap benefits from the deployment of 5G technology.
It is more than high speed delivery. Singapore envisions 5G as an enabler to support development of new applications and services in this new digital economy. Low-latency and high bandwidth support massive number of connected devices and that will bring Singapore closer to smart nation initiatives.
5G as a standalone network architecture is crucial to Singapore development. To do so, IMDA is allocating 3.5Ghz to two nationwide networks through call for proposals. IMDA also assures that that more spectrum availability to be deployed in the coming years.
Commenting about global economy uncertainty, Mr Tan opined that despite this trade tension, technology advancement will continue. However, he stressed the importance of collaboration between public and private sectors. In his opening address, he further elaborated, “This is why platforms like ConnecTechAsia are important. Such platforms bring together industry leaders, solution providers, entrepreneurs and policy makers to focus our minds on the key issues of the day.”
You may watch his speech at ConnecTechAsia via my facebook post below
ConnecTechAsia, comprising BroadcastAsia, CommunicAsia and NXTAsia officially opens on 18th June at Marina Bay Sands and Suntec Singapore. Held from 18-20 June 2019, the three-day event showcases the latest smart technologies and trends that are shaping Asia’s digital future.