Putting technology into perspective in Asia

Authors

Katina Michael, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

84273

Publication Details

Michael, K. (2013). Putting technology into perspective in Asia. IEEE Technology and Society Magazine, 32 (3), 5-6.

Abstract

With almost four billion people, Asia comprises about 55% of the world's population and 45% of the world's Internet users [1]. Internet penetration in Asia is estimated at almost 28% compared with the rest of the world at 43% [2]. The number of mobile users in Asia at the end of 2012 was estimated at about 3.2 billion subscribers. Eighteen countries in Asia have saturated mobile markets exceeding 100% penetration, while Macau and Hong Kong have mobile penetration levels of more than 200% [3]. India and China account for over 60% of the telecommunications market in Asia which is why so many companies are vying to be there.