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The Ultimate Guide to Network-as-a-Service

A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network-as-a-Service (NaaS).

What to know about Network-as-a-Service

Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) is an evolving cloud service model that delivers flexible network connectivity and management on demand, eliminating the need for traditional on-premises infrastructure investments. It enables organizations to extend and modernize their networks seamlessly, integrating existing systems such as MPLS with cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and Office 365, while supporting modern technologies like SDN (Software Defined Networking) and NFV (Network Function Virtualization).

Recent developments highlight partnerships between global service providers and technology firms to accelerate network modernization and cloud transformation. Businesses are increasingly adopting NaaS to achieve better agility, security, and operational efficiency, especially as multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments become the norm. With the network becoming central to digital transformation efforts, NaaS plays a key role in delivering secure, high-performance connectivity that adapts to rapidly changing business needs.

Industry analyses forecast significant market growth for NaaS, driven by demand for software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN), network automation, and AI-driven network management. For organizations seeking to protect their investments and keep pace with technology trends such as 5G, edge computing, and IoT, exploring NaaS solutions offers a valuable opportunity to enhance connectivity, optimize network resources, and improve business outcomes.

Asian Network-as-a-Service News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Recent Network-as-a-Service News

ECI unveils new SD-WAN solution
Software Defined Wide Area Network

ECI unveils new SD-WAN solution

Global provider ECI has announced a virtualized SD-WAN solution, Muse, to help enterprises optimize their WAN traffic.

Thu, 23rd May 2019

Connectivity in an age where the application is king
Edge Computing

Connectivity in an age where the application is king

As enterprises pivot to cloud-centric operations, SD-WAN evolves, putting application experience at the forefront and transforming edge connectivity.

Thu, 23rd May 2019

SEAX Singapore hosts new Epsilon PoP in Kuala Lumpur
Connectivity

SEAX Singapore hosts new Epsilon PoP in Kuala Lumpur

Epsilon partners with SEAX Singapore to set up a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Kuala Lumpur, enhancing regional connectivity for Malaysian businesses.

Tue, 16th Apr 2019

NTT Com provides Hitachi with top-scale SD-WAN network solution
Software Defined Wide Area Network

NTT Com provides Hitachi with top-scale SD-WAN network solution

NTT Com to deploy a large-scale SD-WAN solution for Hitachi's global network across 1,000 offices, enhancing flexibility and agility in 40 countries.

Fri, 19th Jan 2018

New SD-WAN tech helps companies connect to clouds & data centers faster
Public Cloud

New SD-WAN tech helps companies connect to clouds & data centers faster

Connection methods include data center to data center, office to office, cloud to cloud as well as data center or office to cloud.

Mon, 27th Nov 2017

Tata Communications receives top Singapore private cloud certification
Private Cloud

Tata Communications receives top Singapore private cloud certification

Tata Communications' IZO Private Cloud has achieved Singapore's highest Multi-Tier Cloud Security (MTCS) Level 3 certification, marking a significant milestone.

Thu, 19th Oct 2017

Inspur signs up to ONOS project for stronger data center SDN
OpenStack

Inspur signs up to ONOS project for stronger data center SDN

Inspur has joined the Open Network Operating System (ONOS) project as a collaborator, pledging its support to provide better data center networking.

Fri, 1st Sep 2017

ePLDT moves onwards and upwards with SDN technology
Software-defined data centre

ePLDT moves onwards and upwards with SDN technology

ePLDT deploys Software Defined Networking in its data center network, aiming to improve customer experiences in changing businesses.

Tue, 28th Mar 2017

SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE
Network Infrastructure

SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE

SITA rolls out managed campus network for airports with HPE, using cloud controls and AI to cut downtime, simplify operations and scale across sites.

Last month

Alkira Connect partner programme targets AI-led growth
Webinar

Alkira Connect partner programme targets AI-led growth

Alkira launches Connect partner programme to drive AI-native network services growth, prioritising recurring services over one-off resale.

Fri, 6th Mar 2026

Lightstorm & Arrcus bring AI-ready networks to Asia-Pacific
Bandwidth

Lightstorm & Arrcus bring AI-ready networks to Asia-Pacific

Lightstorm and Arrcus team up to deliver AI-ready, policy-driven networking for distributed training and inference across Asia-Pacific.

Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

Rakuten Symphony, Lightstorm team on sovereign NaaS
Network Infrastructure

Rakuten Symphony, Lightstorm team on sovereign NaaS

Rakuten Symphony and Lightstorm join forces to offer a sovereign NaaS platform for automated, compliant cloud-network services across MEA, India and APAC.

Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

Kingspan Insulation taps Expereo for global SD-WAN revamp
Cloud Services

Kingspan Insulation taps Expereo for global SD-WAN revamp

Kingspan Insulation picks Expereo to unify connectivity across 90 global sites, replacing MPLS with managed SD-WAN under one platform.

Wed, 18th Feb 2026

Cloudflare, JD Cloud boost China-global AI inference
Cloud Services

Cloudflare, JD Cloud boost China-global AI inference

Cloudflare and JD Cloud are deepening their alliance to build a cross-border AI cloud, promising up to 80% lower latency for inference.

Wed, 24th Dec 2025

Enterprises to face major security & connectivity shifts by 2026
Network Infrastructure

Enterprises to face major security & connectivity shifts by 2026

By 2026, enterprises must prioritise security, adopt Network-as-a-Service, and navigate data sovereignty to safeguard connectivity and business value globally.

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

NetFoundry gains USD $12 million funding for secure networking
OEM

NetFoundry gains USD $12 million funding for secure networking

NetFoundry has raised USD $12 million in venture capital led by SYN Ventures, advancing its military-grade software-defined secure networking platform.

Tue, 29th Apr 2025

HPE expands networking options with VPC & on-premises
Data Security

HPE expands networking options with VPC & on-premises

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has unveiled expanded deployment options for HPE Aruba Networking Central, enhancing data sovereignty and AI-driven network performance in Asia Pacific.

Wed, 9th Apr 2025

CommScope announces AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 solutions launch
Higher education

CommScope announces AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 solutions launch

CommScope has unveiled its AI-driven Wi-Fi 7 solutions, aimed at optimising enterprise networks with innovative features from RUCKUS Networks.

Thu, 27th Feb 2025

BT & Equinix expand to boost global interconnectivity
Digital Economy

BT & Equinix expand to boost global interconnectivity

BT and Equinix have unveiled an expansion of their partnership, enhancing global interconnectivity for multinational customers via BT's Global Fabric platform.

Mon, 24th Feb 2025

Graphiant launches new service to secure data in motion
General Data Protection Regulation

Graphiant launches new service to secure data in motion

Graphiant has launched its Data Assurance service to enhance control and visibility for data in motion across global business networks.

Fri, 13th Dec 2024