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Tune Talk partners with Nokia for ASEAN’s first cloud-based Core Network

By PriceShop News March 17, 2025
From Left: Henrique Vale, Vice President, Cloud and Network Services, APAC and Gurtaj Singh Padda, Executive Director and CEO of Tune Talk signing the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA)
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Tune Talk has officially announced its transition into a full-fledged Mobile Network Operator (MNO) following a partnership with Nokia. The agreement, signed at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, will see Tune Talk deploy Nokia’s cloud-native core network functions on a public cloud, making it the first telco in ASEAN to adopt this technology.

The deployment of Nokia’s containerized core network—covering Packet Core, Subscriber Database, Authentication, Mobility Management, and high-definition voice functionalities—will allow for better efficiency, scalability, and AI-driven automation.

Tune Talk and Nokia’s Representatives at the Nokia Pavilion in MWC25 Barcelona
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By adopting a fully containerized core network, Tune Talk aims to enhance service reliability and reduce operational costs. The technology is also expected to speed up the rollout of network updates and new features by 30–50%, allowing for faster innovation and improved service delivery. Additionally, the flexible and cost-efficient architecture enables Tune Talk to scale operations into new ASEAN markets with lower infrastructure investments.

Gurtaj Singh Padda, Executive Director & CEO of Tune Talk, described the partnership as a major transformation. “This partnership with Nokia is a game-changer for Tune Talk as we take full control of our network. With Nokia’s cutting-edge solutions, we’re transforming our operations for greater efficiency, flexibility, and affordability for Malaysians,” he said.

Source: [1] Tune Talk

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    PDRM identifies deepfake videos of PM Anwar Ibrahim used in investment scams

    By Timothy Teoh March 12, 2025
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    As reported by Bernama, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has identified five deepfake videos of high-profile politicians being used to trick unsuspecting victims into an investment scam.

    This includes manipulated videos of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Seputeh MP Teresa Kok. The videos are believed to have been altered using artificial intelligence and have been widely circulated on social media since last year.

    The use of artificial intelligence in scam tactics has surged in recent years, driven by the rapid advancement of AI technology.

    Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf said, “The videos portray these figures inviting the public to join investment schemes allegedly endorsed by the Malaysian government, promising returns of up to 100 times.”

    “Although promoted on various platforms, it is believed they were produced by the same syndicate to mislead victims,” he told Bernama.

    Beyond the local scene, altered videos of global figures have also been used in the fake investment scheme, including U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

    According to the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), these postings are usually accompanied by a “Learn More” button or link that directs victims to a registration page to collect personal information.

    “Unsuspecting individuals who access the link will also be asked to download an application, which could expose them to cybercrime risks,” said the SC.

    To curb the rise of online scams, the Securities Commission Malaysia is collaborating with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to remove deepfake videos promoting fraudulent investments.

    Source: [1] BERNAMA

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