The document discusses the growth of broadband internet in Asia and emerging trends. It notes that Asia is contributing greatly to global growth in broadband penetration and forecasts over 40 million new Asian broadband subscribers in 2009. By 2013, one third of Asian households will have broadband access. The document also examines trends in broadband technologies like DSL, cable, and fiber networks. Many Asian markets are leading in fiber-to-the-home deployment. Emerging usage patterns around internet video, social media, and online entertainment are discussed as drivers of future broadband demand.