TM Wholesale, Globe collaborate to roll out gaming solution in the Philippines

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KUALA LUMPUR: Telekom Malaysia Bhd’s wholesale arm, TM Wholesale has signed a collaborative agreement with Globe Telecom for a nationwide rollout of Globe’s co-branded gaming solution, Globe Gamer Grounds powered by Ember in the Philippines.

In a statement, TM said the partnership would provide Globe with access to Swarmio’s plug-and-play Ember gaming platform that will enhance Globe’s gaming and e-sports services and bring it closer to its millions of mobile and broadband end users.

Globe operates nationwide fixed-line and broadband networks throughout the Philippines, serving over 86 million mobile customers.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Globe as the gaming and e-sports industry is now considered the world's biggest entertainment industry, with Asean gamers dominating the market.

“As a regional operator, TM Wholesale takes pride in making superior gaming experiences accessible to the industry via our wholesale offerings which provide a seamless and high-quality digital experience to users. This collaboration also aligns with our vision to create a more vibrant digital ecosystem throughout the region,” TM Wholesale executive vice president Amar Huzaimi Md Deris said.

Meanwhile, Globe Games and Esports head Ralph Aligada said: “With Globe's all-in-one gaming platform, the community of gamers will enjoy a seamless and high quality digital experience. We aim to excite all gamers regardless of age and skill level across the Philippines. We are hopeful that with this agreement, there will be more opportunities and innovative solutions that would benefit our gaming community and users in the country, perhaps even across the region.”