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Zain Bahrain hands over fibre backhaul assets to BNET

Developing Telecoms

National fibre broadband network operator Bahrain Network (BNET) announced on Monday it has completed the transfer of Zain Bahrains fixed fibre backhaul network assets to its wholesale fibre network.

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Bharti Group’s 24.5% Stake in BT Approved by UK

Telecom Talk

Bharti Group's purchase of a 24.5% stake in BT, a telecom service provider in the UK has been approved by the British government.

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Ransomware hackers post Telecom Namibia customer data on dark web

Developing Telecoms

Telecom Namibia confirmed on Monday that a hacker group exfiltrated customer data from its systems and posted it onto the dark web on Friday after the telco refused to pay a ransom to prevent it.

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IRIS² satellites: EU safeguards Europe’s technological sovereignty

Telecoms Tech News

With IRIS, Europe has tabled its stake in the future of satellites. Through this new infrastructure, the EU aims to bridge connectivity gaps, provide secure communications to governmental users, and safeguard Europes technological sovereignty. A newly-signed concession contract entrusts the SpaceRISE consortium led by SES with the development, deployment, and operation of the.

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Ericsson: African 4G expansion key to unlocking unicorns and growth

Developing Telecoms

Ericsson Vice President Todd Ashton (pictured) believes the spread of 4G across Africa will help create unicorn companies, drawing parallels with Asia, where countries like Indonesia developed such firms through increased connectivity.

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Talking the language of sustainability

Total Telecom

Interview Ahead of the recent World Communication Awards , we spoke with Sandra Klackenborn, Head of Sustainability at Arelion, to discuss the growing energy challenge and how the industry must do more to tackle the issue collaboratively The growing energy challenge With networks spanning hundreds or even thousands of miles, it is no surprise that energy consumption has always been a key concern for telcos when it comes to sustainability.

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Tizeti launches new fibre broadband service in Nigeria and Ghana

Developing Telecoms

West African internet service provider Tizeti has launched its FreeFiber broadband service in Nigeria and Ghana, setting what it calls a new benchmark for internet speed and accessibility in the region.

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New licenses for Beyon Money boost regional expansion plans

Developing Telecoms

Beyon Money, part of Bahrain technology business Beyon Group, has secured two new licenses from the Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE). The two licenses are RPSCS (Retail Payment Services and Card Schemes) and SVF (Store Value Facilities).

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Reflections on the World Communication Awards

Total Telecom

Reflections by Marc Ann, Chair of Judges at the World Communication Awards LastWednesday evening, all the shortlisted nominees as well as the Judges enjoyed the 26th anniversary of the World Communication Awards (WCA). This year, the Oscar grade gala eventtook place in The Marriott, Grosvenor Square, London. On behalf of the Judging Panel, I hereby congratulate all the winners and finalists of this year, as well as a big thank you to all the WCA award entrants for their participation and involv

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TM One teams with PR1MA to develop smart-housing projects

Developing Telecoms

Telekom Malaysias enterprise and government sector digital solutions arm TM One announced on Monday it has formed a partnership with local property developer PR1MA Corporation Malaysia to leverage broadband, digital and IoT solutions to help build sustainable smart-housing projects.

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India Witnessed a 72 Percent Surge in E-Waste Over the Past Five Years: Government

Telecom Talk

India witnessed an approximately 72 percent (72.

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Mastercard announces major deals in Saudi Arabia and UAE

Developing Telecoms

Payment giant Mastercard is back in the news in the Middle East this week thanks to a major artificial intelligence-related deal in Saudi Arabia and an SME-focused agreement in the UAE.

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Healwell AI to Acquire Orion Health and Strengthen AI-Driven Healthcare Solutions

Telecom Talk

Healwell AI announces the acquisition of Orion Health Holdings Limited. This move strengthens Healwell's AI-driven solutions and expands its global healthcare reach.

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Mexico’s Altan Redes to use CRM system from Qvantel

Developing Telecoms

Qvantel, a major name in digital business support systems (BSS), has announced that it has implemented the customer relationship management (CRM) system from Qvantel Flex BSS for Mexican mobile operator Altan Redes.

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TRAI to Release an Updated DND App Soon: Report

Telecom Talk

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is working on an updated DND (Do Not Disturb) app for Indian consumers.

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Colombia begins public consultation focused on OTT

Developing Telecoms

Colombias Communications Regulatory Commission (CRC) and its Ministry of Information and Communications Technologies (MinTIC) have announced the launch of a public consultation focused on OTT (over the top) digital services. It began on 11 December 2024 and will continue until 31 January 2025.

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India’s Telecom Minister Comments on Allocation of Satellite Spectrum

Telecom Talk

India’s union telecom minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia has cleared his opinion on whether the satellite spectrum should be allocated administratively or

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12 Days of Learning to Hustle in the New Year

Cisco Wireless

Join us for 12 days of skill-building that could transform your 2025.

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Liquid AI Raises USD 250 Million to Build Worm-Inspired AI Models: Report

Telecom Talk

Liquid AI, an MIT spin-off artificial intelligence startup and foundation model company, has reportedly closed a USD 250 million early-stage

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T-Mobile answers some D2D questions

Light Reading

T-Mobile opened registration to a beta test of its Starlink-powered satellite messaging service. The company said it hopes to commercially launch the service sometime next year.

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BT Group Enhances Customer Support with Generative AI in Partnership with Sprinklr

Telecom Talk

BT Group announced it has enhanced its customer support capabilities by integrating advanced AI (Artificial Intelligence) and generative AI technologies

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The Impacts of Government Regulations on PQC Product Availability

Cisco Wireless

U.S. government regulation has an impact on PQC availability, with different certified encryption methods being required for products handling government info.

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EOLO to Deploy Europe’s First 5G Standalone mmWave Network in Italy with Nokia

Telecom Talk

EOLO partners with Nokia to launch Europes first 5G standalone mmWave network, delivering enhanced FWA connectivity with up to 1 Gbps speeds across underserved communities in Italy.

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How Samsung is Leveraging vRAN to Match Traditional RAN (T-RAN) Performance

Telecoms Infrastructure Blog

As mobile networks evolve, virtualized RAN (vRAN) and Open RAN architectures are gaining traction. Even operators who were initially sceptical are increasingly exploring and deploying these innovative solutions to meet the growing demands for flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability. Samsung, among other key players, has been at the forefront of large-scale vRAN and Open RAN rollouts across North America, Europe, and Asia.

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Jio and Airtel Recent Prepaid Plan Launches: Recap

Telecom Talk

Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, two of the leading telecom operators recently came up with new prepaid plans for customers.

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Congress Has a Chance to Rid Our Networks of Huawei Once and For All

Broadband Breakfast

China has attempted to invade every aspect of our communications systems. Whether it’s through routers with known vulnerabilities, drones, or dancing for teens apps, the Chinese government’s pursuits of espionage are relentless and unwavering. This is especially true for our communications networks. National Security Agency Director   Michael Hayden   reported that Chinese telecommunications companies, Huawei and ZTE, served as proxies for espionage on behalf of the Chine

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GlobalLogic and Nokia Partner to Accelerate 5G Enterprise Solutions with Network APIs

Telecom Talk

Digital engineering firm GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group company, has partnered with Finnish telecom gear maker Nokia to drive innovation across

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Eurobites: Nokia and Eolo claim European first with 5G SA mmWave network

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Telia takes the 5G lead in Norway; TIM and friends launch cloud testing program; AI smartphone features leave (most) Brits unimpressed.

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Apple Leads Smartphone Exports from India in November 2024: Report

Telecom Talk

Apple has been leading in smartphone exports in terms of value in India. In November 2024, India exported smartphones whose value surpassed Rs 20,000 crore.

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Verizon and Deutsche Telekom Innovate with Free Network Slicing

VoIP Review

Verizon is venturing into network slicing for consumers with a novel approach, providing it free of charge. The company introduced Enhanced Video Calling, improving video call quality on platforms like Facetime, WhatsApp, and Zoom. This feature is currently accessible only to iPhone usersspecifically iPhone 14 or newerwho have subscribed to Unlimited Ultimate or Business Unlimited Pro 5G plans.

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Apple is Working on a Foldable iPad Set to Launch in 2028: Report

Telecom Talk

Apple's foldable iPad will unfold into the size of a product that will look something like two iPad Pros sitting next to each other.

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How does MN Broadband price and speed compare to other states?

Blandin on Broadband

HighSpeedInternet.com looks at price and speed in different states… HighSpeedInternet.coms latest report reveals average internet costs by state and provides tools you can use to compare providers and save money. An analysis by the experts atHighSpeedInternet.comfound internet access is the most expensive for what you get in Alaska , Montana , and West Virginia states with wide open spaces,winding dirt roads,and low population density.

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Indian Govt Working to Ensure Best Use of 6 GHz Spectrum: Report

Telecom Talk

The Indian telecom operators and private internet companies have been in a spat over the use of the 6 GHz spectrum.

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Building the Future of Connectivity: Boost Mobile and Cisco’s Collaborative Journey

Cisco Wireless

We sat down with Mike (Mac) McNamara, Vice President and Head of Network Engineering for Boost Mobile, to discuss the companys ambitious 5G network deploymentand Ciscos pivotal role.

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5G FWA Is a Game-Changer for India’s Low Broadband Penetration, Says Qualcomm Executive: Report

Telecom Talk

US-based chip company Qualcomm reportedly said the Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service is addressing India’s low fixed broadband penetration, especially

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EU Telecoms Face 2030 Copper Switch-Off Deadline Challenges

VoIP Review

As European telecom operators strive to replace aging copper networks, a new BEREC report reveals they will likely miss their 2030 switch-off deadline. With the EU aiming for 100% copper phase-out by 2030 to boost digital capacity, expectations are high. However, the recent survey underscores significant hurdles for the region. Only ten regulators, mainly from EU states, are optimistic about hitting this target.

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Moto G35 5G Launched in India: Specs and Price

Telecom Talk

Motorola has launched the Moto G35 5G in India. This is a successor to the Moto G34 5G which launched earlier this year.

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