Huge mobile bandwidth increase needed as AI use surgesPhotos: 123RFThe two major mobile operators are likely to need at least 100 megahertz of additional bandwidth each to cater to a surge in uploads from consumers using artificial intelligence (AI) applications. "There is a clear surge in data uploads via AI apps, attributed to the variety of AI technologies available in the market," the source added. The NBTC telecom team monitored mobile usage patterns over the past year and found consistent month-on-month increases in data consumption. "The 3500MHz auction process has been planned by the NBTC for years, but awaits a resolution of the digital TV roadmap," the source said. The licence winners cannot immediately use the total band, as they must wait until the digital TV broadcasting licences expire in 2029.

Source: Bangkok Post March 30, 2026 04:10 UTC