Telin (Telekomunikasi Indonesia International Pte Ltd) has selected Nokia's optical transport solution to interconnect data centers across Singapore, marking a significant upgrade to the city-state's digital infrastructure. The deployment will enable Telin to provide island-wide connectivity with dedicated high-speed interconnections designed to offer the lowest-latency services in Singapore. This strategic partnership aims to modernize Telin's network and expand services to meet increasing bandwidth demands from major tech companies and hyperscalers.

The enhanced infrastructure leverages Nokia's latest generation of pluggable coherent optical technology, including the industry-leading 1830 GX compact modular platform and open optical line system. According to Telin CEO Indarto Nata, the upgraded network will provide highly efficient and scalable connectivity for Telin's footprint across Singapore while reducing total cost of ownership. The collaboration reflects Telin's commitment to delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions that connect Singapore with the global community through strategic partnerships with technology leaders.

Ron Johnson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Optical Networks at Nokia, emphasized Singapore's role as a global business hub and the importance of maintaining this position as digital needs evolve. The new data center interconnect network is designed to strengthen Singapore's digital foundation and prepare it for continued growth, particularly in the AI era. The deployment will provide scalable connectivity capabilities that can seamlessly expand to meet future customer demands.

The partnership represents Nokia's continued expansion in the Asia-Pacific telecommunications market and demonstrates the growing importance of robust data center infrastructure in supporting digital economies. While specific financial terms were not disclosed, the agreement positions both companies to capitalize on Singapore's strategic location as a connectivity hub for Southeast Asia. The enhanced network capabilities are expected to support Singapore's position as a leading digital economy in the region.

Norwegian authorities are investigating an incident where a man suspected of attempted murder was injured during his arrest on the E18 highway in Sandefjord. The Special Unit for Police Matters has launched a mandatory investigation after the suspect sustained a fracture injury while being apprehended by police officers. Evidence from the scene has been secured as part of the probe into the circumstances surrounding the arrest.

The investigation stems from events that began Saturday evening when a woman was shot at a private address in the Unneberg area north of Sandefjord city center. The suspect fled the scene on an electric scooter following the shooting incident, which occurred around 3 PM. Police established a roadblock on the E18 highway as part of their response to the shooting.

The suspect was apprehended at approximately 7:45 PM at the police roadblock, during which he sustained injuries described as a fracture. While the extent of his injuries remains unclear, the Special Unit has initiated its investigation to clarify the sequence of events and circumstances leading to the injury. Both the suspect and the involved police officers will be interviewed in the coming days as part of the mandatory review process.

The man, who has provided an initial statement to police, has been formally charged with attempted murder and was remanded in custody by the Vestfold District Court on Monday morning. Police indicate the suspect and victim were acquainted but did not have a close relationship. The woman who was shot did not sustain life-threatening injuries, though her exact condition remains unknown as authorities continue their parallel investigations into both the shooting incident and the arrest-related injury.