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Meta announces world’s longest subsea cable project

Telecoms Tech News

Meta has unveiled one of the most ambitious subsea cable infrastructure initiatives to date: Project Waterworth. Once completed, the colossal infrastructure project will stretch over 50,000 kilometressurpassing the Earth’s circumference and making it the world’s longest subsea cable deployment. The project aims to link five major continents, including North America, South America, Asia, and Africa.

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AITA and SKYFive address in-flight connectivity for airlines in Egypt

Developing Telecoms

Africa for Information Technology and Aviation (AITA), which specialises in aviation IT solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Arabia SKYFive, which provides broadband connectivity for aircraft, to provide high-speed in-flight connectivity (IFC) services for airlines in Egypt.

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TV Broadcasters have a New Problem in their Hands

Telecom Talk

The traditional DTH (Direct-to-Home) broadcasting TV industry in India has been struggling since OTT (over-the-top) platforms have come into the

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Du signs deal to connect UAE to PEACE cable

Developing Telecoms

UAE-based telco du said on Monday it has signed a partnership deal with PEACE Cable International Network Co Limited to extend the PEACE subsea cable system into the UAE and Gulf region.

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Faster and More Reliable Network from Comcast to Power More Than 2,200 Miami County Residents, Businesses

Total Telecom

PERU, IND. (Feb. 11, 2025) Thousands of Miami County residents and businesses will soon have access to faster, more reliable Internet with a joint investment from Comcast, the Indiana Broadband Office (IBO) and the Indiana Office of Community & Rural Affairs (OCRA). The multi-million-dollar joint investment is the latest from Comcast under the fourth round of the Next Level Connections broadband grant program, and continues company efforts to build reliable, high-speed Internet access to u

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MTN Nigeria CEO defends tariff hikes amidst backlash

Developing Telecoms

MTN Nigeria CEO Karl Toriola has defended recent tariff hikes by mobile network operators, stating they are essential for the survival of the telecoms industry in Nigeria, despite significant criticism.

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NetIX, a Neterra Group Company, Expands to Telehouse London Docklands

Total Telecom

To enable its rapid worldwide expansion, NetIX , one of the fastest-growing Internet Exchanges in the world, has partnered with global colocation provider, Telehouse creating a primary point-of-presence (PoP) in the Telehouse North data centre, at the Telehouse London Docklands campus. After more than six years of using a partner to connect into Telehouse North, NetIX has brought the data centre fully on-net as one of its primary PoPs.

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SingTel Plans to Sell Stake in Bharti Airtel via Rs 8,500 Crore Block Deal: Report

Telecom Talk

Singapore Telecommunications Limited (SingTel) is reportedly planning to sell its stake in Bharti Airtel through a block deal valued at

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Airtel establishes SEA-ME-WE 6’s second landing point in India

Developing Telecoms

Indian telco Bharti Airtel said on Monday that it has landed the SEA-ME-WE 6 subsea cable in Chennai, two months after establising the cable system's first Indian landing point in Mumbai.

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Adobe Launches Firefly Video AI Model in Beta, Ensuring IP Safety

Telecom Talk

Adobe's new Firefly Video Model enhances creative workflows with AI-driven video generation and localization features, offering IP-friendly tools for professionals.

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Telefonica del Peru to start insolvency proceedings

Developing Telecoms

Multinational telecommunications company Telefonica has announced plans to start insolvency proceedings for its Peruvian subsidiary, Telefonica del Peru. Essentially, according to many reports, this is a strategic move to restructure its Peru unit by filing for bankruptcy protection.

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iQOO Neo 10R Spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

Telecom Talk

iQOO Neo 10R will be the first 'R' branded device in the Neo 10 series and now it has been spotted on Geekbench with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC.

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Orange Jordan taps Nokia to upgrade broadband network gateway

Developing Telecoms

Orange Jordan has upgraded its Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) with Nokia’s 7750 Service Router (SR) platforms.

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Xiaomi 15 Launch Date, OnePlus 13 Mini Battery Tipped

Telecom Talk

Xiaomi, a Chinese OEM (original equipment maker), is soon going to launch the Xiaomi 15 series for the global markets.

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Italian postal service grabs equity in TIM with stake swap

Total Telecom

News The Italian government has approved a stake swap that will see Poste Italiane take control of the 9.8% stake in TIM currently held by Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) The ownership of Italys incumbent network operator Telecom Italia (TIM) continues to be a hot topic this week, with the Italian government agreeing to a stake swap between national postal service Poste and state lender CDP.

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Bharti Airtel Promoter-Group Entity Sells 0.84 Percent Stake for Rs 8485 Crore

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel’s (Airtel) promoter-group entity, Indian Continent Investment Limited (ICIL), has sold approximately 0.84 percent of its stake (around 5.

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Startup Stories: Introducing construction management platform OciusX

Total Telecom

Startup Stories Introducing OciusX, a next-generation construction management platform revolutionising fibre rollout projects with real-time progress tracking, geo-tagged data, and seamless closeout documentation Tell us about OciusX OciusX provides an intuitive and field-friendly construction management platform designed specifically for fibre network deployments.

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Realme P3 Pro 5G, P3x 5G Launched in India: Check Price and Specs

Telecom Talk

Realme has launched two new smartphones in India - Realme P3 Pro 5G and Realme P3x 5G. Both come with 6000mAh battery and Android 15 out of the box from Realme.

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DataVolt signs agreement with NEOM to design and develop the region’s first truly sustainable, net-zero AI factory campus in Oxagon

Total Telecom

NEOM, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 10 February, 2025 NEOM, the sustainable region taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia, and DataVolt, a Saudi-based international developer, investor and operator of data centers, today signed a landmark agreement, marking a significant step toward realizing the Kingdoms vision for a sustainable, data-driven economy. The development will take a phased approach, with phase one funded by an initial investment of USD 5 billion expected to be operational by 2028.

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Nothing Phone (3a), Nothing Phone (3a) Pro Camera Details Leak

Telecom Talk

The Nothing Phone 3a series is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor and feature a 6.72-inch display.

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David Justin named as Wiztivi new CEO

Total Telecom

Davids professional background includes founding One Six International, a strategic consulting firm specializing in telecom, media and entertainment, where he advised clients on market strategies and business operations. Prior to this, he held roles such as President and CEO of Globecast America, and CEO of Globecast Asia, where he oversaw significant growth and transformation initiatives.

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TRAI Proposes New Authorisation Model for Telecom Infrastructure and Services

Telecom Talk

TRAI has released recommendations on network authorisations under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The new framework introduces clear guidelines for telecom infrastructure, satellite services, cloud networks, and MNP.

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THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ITALTEL APPOINTS CARLO FILANGIERI AS NEW CEO

Total Telecom

The Board of Directors of Italtel , a multinational Information & Communication Technology company specializing in solutions and services for digital transformation, appointed Carlo Filangieri as new CEO of Italtel , taking over from Benedetto Di Salvo who led the company for three years. The decision marks an important step in consolidating the company’s leadership position in the ICT market.

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Accenture and Google Cloud Expand AI and Cloud Collaboration in Saudi Arabia

Telecom Talk

Accenture and Google Cloud have partnered to accelerate the adoption of cloud solutions and generative AI in Saudi Arabia, aiming to boost economic growth and enhance local digital sovereignty.

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Riedel Communications Appoints Anthony Zuyderhoff as Executive Director Global Sales for Product Division

Total Telecom

Link to Word Doc: www.wallstcom.com/Riedel/250213-Riedel-Anthony_Zuyderhoff.docx Photo Link: www.wallstcom.com/Riedel/AnthonyZuyderhoff.jpg Photo Caption: Riedel appoints Anthony Zuyderhoff as new executive director global sales for the Product Division, responsible for overseeing international product sales and sales operations. WUPPERTAL, Germany Feb. 13, 2024 Riedel Communications today announced the appointment of Anthony Zuyderhoff as its new executive director global sales for the Produc

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Stc Group and SambaNova Launch Sovereign AI Cloud Platform in Saudi Arabia

Telecom Talk

Saudi Arabia’s stc Group has partnered with AI solutions company SambaNova to introduce an inferencing-as-a-Service cloud platform to provide Saudi

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Telecentro Argentina Expands Use of Netcracker Digital OSS and Critical Support Services in Multi-Year Engagement Across All Lines of Business

Total Telecom

WALTHAM, MA February 11, 2025 Netcracker Technology announced today that Telecentro Argentina has committed to a multi-year engagement that will give the operator a stable IT platform and support and maintenance services as it plans for additional capabilities and improvements to benefit its business and customers. Telecentro Argentina, which delivers key services including broadband, telephony and video to B2C and B2B customers and controls an extensive fiber network, will continue to leverage

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Vodafone Idea Recharge Plans with JioHotstar Subscription

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest telecom in India, has several prepaid recharge plans with JioHotstar subscription.

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Meta's Project Waterworth: The Next Evolution in Subsea Connectivity

Telecoms Infrastructure Blog

Meta has unveiled its most ambitious subsea cable project to date Project Waterworth , previously referred to as "W", because of it's shape. The multi-billion-dollar initiative is set to become the longest subsea cable in the world, spanning over 50,000 km and connecting five major continents, including the U.S., India, Brazil, and South Africa. With 24 fibre pairs delivering the highest capacity technology available, Project Waterworth will redefine global digital infrastructure and enhance co

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Zain KSA and Nokia Partner to Develop 5G Cloud RAN and AI RAN Solutions

Telecom Talk

Zain KSA, the telecommunications and digital solutions provider in Saudi Arabia, and Nokia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

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Wi-Fi 7’s Multi-Link Operation (MLO) Dissection—from Packets to Performance

Cisco Wireless

Wi-Fi 7s STR MLO mode allows devices to transmit and receive data across multiple bands simultaneously. Learn how this improves throughput to make Wi-Fi 7 ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications.

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Zomato Launches AI-Powered Customer Support Platform, Nugget

Telecom Talk

Food and grocery delivery company Zomato has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered, no-code customer support platform for businesses worldwide, the

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e& enterprise teams up with PayPal

Total Telecom

Press Release e& enterprise, the digital transformation arm of e&, today announced a strategic three-year collaboration with PayPal, a globally renowned payment solutions provider, that will enhance the payment capabilities offered through its digital payments platform, empowering businesses in the UAE and beyond with expanded payment options.

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Icertis Integrates DeepSeek into Its AI-Powered Contract Intelligence Platform

Telecom Talk

Icertis integrates DeepSeek into its AI-powered contract intelligence platform, enhancing risk mitigation, revenue capture, and cost optimization.

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Teset Capital to invest €100 million in the development of a new fibre-optic submarine cable with 1,000 kilometres

Total Telecom

Teset Capital , an independent fund manager with assets in the Eurozone, has formalised a strategic investment agreement with Valencia Digital Port Connect (VDPC) to support the development of the Barracuda Project. This unique and innovative initiative combines submarine telecommunications infrastructure with a cable landing station (CLS) and an edge data centre.

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Fal Raises USD 49 Million to Scale AI-Powered Video Infrastructure

Telecom Talk

fal, the AI infrastructure company, raises USD 49M Series B to scale AI-driven video, expand cloud capacity, and enhance its model marketplace.

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Building an integrated and unified cloud platform for an insurance firm

HCL Tech

Building an integrated and unified cloud platform for an insurance firm Content Group Case study bharath_mb Mon, 02/17/2025 - 13:31 Remove from Listing Page No Business Segment Digital Business Short Title Building an integrated and unified cloud platform for an insurance firm Short Description Learn how HCLTech helped a global insurance provider overcome its digital strategy redundancy Summary Thumbnail Publish Date Tue, 02/27/2024 - 12:00 Link Text Read more CTA Link /case-study/an-integrated-