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The Ultimate Guide to Network Infrastructure

A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network Infrastructure.

What to know about Network Infrastructure

Network Infrastructure forms the essential backbone that supports the rapid flow of data and connectivity across modern enterprises and service providers. As businesses embark on digital transformation journeys, the demand for robust, efficient, and scalable network infrastructure has never been more critical to ensure business agility, productivity, and security.

Recent advancements highlight a strong focus on software-defined networking (SDN), software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN), and cloud-based solutions that promise enhanced performance, automation, and cost-efficiency. These technologies are enabling organizations to streamline branch office connectivity, optimize cloud integrations, and improve network visibility and security.

Energy efficiency and sustainability in network operations are gaining momentum, addressing concerns over rising IT energy consumption. Concurrently, emerging trends such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and intent-based networking are transforming network management, allowing predictive insights, automation, and enhanced user experience.

The proliferation of 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing are expanding the scope and complexity of network infrastructure, necessitating new approaches to cyber resilience, security, and real-time analytics. The ongoing evolution ensures that network infrastructure remains a dynamic field where technology, strategy, and innovation converge to empower businesses of all sizes.

Explore insightful stories, expert analyses, and case studies to stay informed about the latest network infrastructure developments shaping the future of connectivity and digital business.

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Recent Network Infrastructure News

Google Cloud opens Bangkok region in USD $1 billion push
Big Data

Google Cloud opens Bangkok region in USD $1 billion push

Google Cloud opens its first Bangkok region in a USD $1 billion Thailand push, promising AI growth, data residency and thousands of jobs.

Wed, 28th Jan 2026

CelcomDigi completes IOI estate-wide mobile rollout
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

CelcomDigi completes IOI estate-wide mobile rollout

CelcomDigi finishes IOI estate-wide 4G rollout, linking over 100 plantations and nearby rural communities for digital operations and services.

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

Zyxel Nebula 19.30 boosts MSP multi-tenant control
Productivity

Zyxel Nebula 19.30 boosts MSP multi-tenant control

Zyxel updates Nebula to 19.30, adding cross-org multi-tenant tools, RBAC and site cloning to streamline MSP network management at scale.

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

Singapore - The AI Powerhouse & Leading Digital Gateway to Asia
Cloud Services

Singapore - The AI Powerhouse & Leading Digital Gateway to Asia

Singapore cements its status as Asia's AI and digital gateway, boosted by low-carbon data centres and world-class, neutral connectivity.

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026

Zyxel unveils Nebula 19.30 for advanced MSP management
FWA

Zyxel unveils Nebula 19.30 for advanced MSP management

Zyxel has launched Nebula 19.30, adding cross-organisation multi-tenant tools, MSP portal upgrades and USG LITE 60AX router integration.

Wed, 21st Jan 2026

CelcomDigi powers IOI estates with new 4G networks
Cloud Services

CelcomDigi powers IOI estates with new 4G networks

CelcomDigi completes over 100 new 4G sites across IOI plantations, boosting estate connectivity, automation plans and rural coverage in Malaysia.

Fri, 16th Jan 2026

Japan-Singapore subsea cable project set to cost USD $1bn
Cloud Services

Japan-Singapore subsea cable project set to cost USD $1bn

New Japan-Singapore subsea cable via Malaysia to cost about USD $1bn, boosting Asia data capacity and resilience with 320Tbps link.

Thu, 15th Jan 2026

Zyxel refreshes GS1200 switches for smart home offices
Video conferencing

Zyxel refreshes GS1200 switches for smart home offices

Zyxel Networks has unveiled its GS1200v3 smart switches, promising quiet, greener gigabit networking for expanding home offices and SMBs.

Thu, 15th Jan 2026

TP-Link, Freshtel bring WiFi 7 tri-band mesh to homes
Internet Service Provider

TP-Link, Freshtel bring WiFi 7 tri-band mesh to homes

TP-Link Malaysia partners Freshtel Internet to roll out WiFi 7 tri-band mesh, aiming to boost in-home performance for multi-device homes.

Thu, 15th Jan 2026

HPE boosts retail resilience with new edge & core tech
Edge Computing

HPE boosts retail resilience with new edge & core tech

HPE rolls out new Aruba switches, Marvis-powered analytics and Nonstop servers to keep retail transactions and in-store networks always on.

Tue, 13th Jan 2026

Indosat data traffic surges as Indonesia goes digital
Cloud Services

Indosat data traffic surges as Indonesia goes digital

Indosat's mobile data traffic jumped about 15% over Indonesia's year-end holidays as digital use surges beyond major cities and tourist hubs.

Wed, 7th Jan 2026

RETN & BBIX extend Asian peering to Hong Kong, Singapore
Connectivity

RETN & BBIX extend Asian peering to Hong Kong, Singapore

RETN extends its BBIX partnership to Hong Kong and Singapore, adding new Asian peering hubs and launching its Flex IX service in the region.

Thu, 18th Dec 2025

Forward Edge-AI delivers quantum device, wins fifth security patent
Data Protection

Forward Edge-AI delivers quantum device, wins fifth security patent

Forward Edge-AI delivers Isidore Quantum device to Taiwan's National Central University, securing critical infrastructure with its fifth US patent in quantum-safe communications.

Fri, 5th Dec 2025

StarHub & NeutraDC launch quantum-safe links for data across SEA
Cloud Services

StarHub & NeutraDC launch quantum-safe links for data across SEA

StarHub and NeutraDC have partnered to launch quantum-safe, low-latency data links between Singapore and Indonesia, enhancing security for cross-border enterprise data.

Thu, 4th Dec 2025

eight launches 10Gbps home internet in Singapore for SGD $28.80
Customer service

eight launches 10Gbps home internet in Singapore for SGD $28.80

eight Telecom launches eight Home Internet in Singapore, offering up to 10Gbps fibre broadband for SGD $28.80 monthly with no contracts and BYOR option.

Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Zyxel donates over 1,100 devices to boost Taiwan non-profits
Clean technologies

Zyxel donates over 1,100 devices to boost Taiwan non-profits

Zyxel Networks has donated over 1,100 networking devices and software licences to 120 Taiwanese non-profits, boosting digital transformation and services.

Fri, 14th Nov 2025

NTT launches ultra-low latency APN InterLink for finance in Hong Kong
Cloud Services

NTT launches ultra-low latency APN InterLink for finance in Hong Kong

NTT launches APN InterLink in Hong Kong, offering ultra-low latency photonic network service to boost financial trading and real-time transactions.

Sat, 25th Oct 2025

Shingda Group boosts efficiency with Zyxel cloud network solution
Network Management

Shingda Group boosts efficiency with Zyxel cloud network solution

Singapore's Shingda Group boosts network management efficiency by 60% and speeds up troubleshooting by 70% using Zyxel's Nebula cloud platform.

Thu, 4th Sep 2025

Synology receives 4.7 rating in 2025 Gartner customer report
Enterprise Storage

Synology receives 4.7 rating in 2025 Gartner customer report

Synology earned a 4.7 out of 5 rating in Gartner's 2025 Voice of the Customer report, reflecting strong user satisfaction in primary storage platforms.

Tue, 19th Aug 2025

Quantum key distribution proven over 400G DWDM network in Japan
Displays

Quantum key distribution proven over 400G DWDM network in Japan

PacketLight and NEC have successfully demonstrated quantum key distribution over a 400G DWDM network in Japan, enhancing secure data transmission without affecting performance.

Wed, 30th Jul 2025