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
Singapore firms boost AI, sovereign cloud as security rises
Singapore enterprises ramp up generative and agentic AI while sovereign cloud spend climbs amid digital sovereignty and security fears.
Singapore's rush to adopt AI is increasing cybersecurity risks
In Singapore, 82% of business leaders fear risks from rapid AI adoption, as cybersecurity concerns rise alongside pressure to implement generative AI.
ALE expands strategic partnerships for NaaS in Singapore
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise expands partnerships with ACA Pacific and Exclusive Networks Singapore to offer Network as a Service.
Axiata, Versa Networks partner for enterprise SASE in Asia
Axiata has partnered with Versa Networks to deliver Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technology to rapidly digitalising Asian enterprises.
Sime Darby Berhad to use Equinix APAC data centers
Equinix has expanded its digital infrastructure services, including its International Business Exchange data centers, to Sime Darby Berhad.
Belton chooses Epsilon for re-architecture of its WAN
Belton Technology Group has chosen Epsilon to transform its WAN in a deal that will upgrade connectivity across multiple countries.
Recent Network-as-a-Service News
ECI unveils new SD-WAN solution
Global provider ECI has announced a virtualized SD-WAN solution, Muse, to help enterprises optimize their WAN traffic.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.