where potentially billions of devices are
transmitting and receiving data at once,
and where machine-to-machine com-
munication is much more widespread.
Also, think 5G small cells – located
closer to the devices and requiring
less power from the device for RF
(radio frequency) transmission.”
With so much connectivity, security
protocols also need to be watertight,
says Ascertia’s CTO, Mike Hathaway.Mr. Ian Watson, CEO of Cellcard Cambodia and
Royal Group in ICT division is widely known in the
telecommunications industry as a leading evangelist
and thought leader for 5G and digitalization.
Under Ian’s leadership, Cellcard has achieved
more than 30 industry awards during the past
three years including the dominant share of Ookla
Speedtest and Open Signal awards.
He is also a regular keynote speaker at major industry
events such as Mobile World Congress, Telecom
Asia, 5G Asia and TM Forum.
On November 12, he was invited to give speech at
the online 5G Core Industry Roundtable of the 11th
Global MBB Forum 2020, hosted by GSMA and GTI.
Mr. Ian mentioned that Cambodian Royal Group
has a strong demands on 5G to bring ultimate and
immersive experience for its customers from TV,
Banking, Insurance, Hydroelectric, Railway, Security
Solutions, Resort, and Mobile payment. With 5G
B2B, sparks new round of intelligent connectivity
revolution in all scenarios and sectors such as;
wireless broadband, Campus, Manufacturing, Port,
Transportation, and Public Safety.
“5G, paired with AI, fast tracks digitalization, not
only for us individuals, but also for industries,” he
continues. “In addition, diversified business models
are required to achieve the optimal return on
investment so that both consumers and enterprises
can enjoy the benefits of 5G.”
Cellcard is on the road to 5G and have completed
the first 5G SA trail in 2019. At the very beginning
of 2020, amidst the COVID-19 epidemic, Cellcard
supported Ministry of Health with 5G telemedicine
technology for distance diagnosis. In 2021, Cellcard
will launch 5G NSA network and will evolve to 5G SA
Commercial Network in near Future.On the Road to 5G
Ian Watson,
CEO of Cellcard
Cambodia