On the eve of MWC Shanghai's opening, Francesc Fajula, CEO of Mobile World Capital (MWC) Barcelona, made his first whirlwind visit to Taiwan and granted an exclusive interview with DIGITIMES. He provided an in-depth analysis of how MWC evolved from a traditional telecom trade show into a cross-industry innovation platform. He also discussed differences in digital transformation across countries and emerging shifts in future industry competition.

Ericsson announced an expansion of its Research and Development (R&D) team in Bengaluru, India, focusing on ASIC development, aiming to leverage local expertise and enhance Ericsson's semiconductor design capabilities to maintain its leadership in future communication technologies.

Networking device provider Draytek announced a significant financial upturn for 2024, with year-over-year revenue increasing by 52% and net profit after tax more than doubling, with a 120% rise. The company revealed these figures during its shareholders' meeting on April 26, 2025.

Taiwan announced new satellite mobile communication frequency applications but imposed localization requirements that effectively bar Chinese smartphones from using direct-to-satellite features in the territory.

Taiwan's telecommunications operators remain cautious about satellite phone services even after regulators cleared the way for applications, highlighting challenges in a market seeking differentiation amid fierce competition.

China's 618 Shopping Festival ended with smartphone sales showing continued growth, though at a more modest pace than previous years, as consumer demand weakened due to tariffs, inflation, and geopolitical tensions.

As AI and Web3 technologies rapidly reshape industries, telecom companies are shifting away from traditional connectivity services toward more expansive, technology-driven solutions. Taiwan Mobile is at the forefront of this transformation with its "Telco+Tech" three-tier upgrade strategy, designed to reinforce its presence in both conventional telecom and emerging tech sectors.

Apple is reportedly preparing to initiate development of its first foldable smartphone in the second half of 2025, with contract manufacturing partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. (Foxconn) accelerating design efforts, according to supply chain sources familiar with the matter.

As tensions between the United States and China in technology escalate, China is pushing to establish a new AI-driven path in the telecom sector. At the 2025 Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Shanghai, China Telecom introduced the world's first Network Large Model Association, framing it as a springboard for next-generation intelligent communications.

While Chinese smartphone manufacturers are using large battery capacities and fast charging speeds to launch a fierce marketing war, Samsung Electronics has chosen to "take a step back," cautiously introducing next-generation battery technologies.

Taiwan revised satellite communication regulations and opened frequency license applications as part of efforts to strengthen digital infrastructure and integrate with global technologies amid intensifying competition in the communications sector.