Wed.Nov 06, 2024

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Telecom Egypt and ASN land Red Sea segment of Africa-1 cable

Developing Telecoms

Telecom Egypt and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) announced on Wednesday they have successfully landed the Africa-1 subsea cable system at the first of two planned landing points in Egypt.

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Telecom Acquisitions and KCOM sign strategic partnership 

Total Telecom

News The agreement is set to come into effect on November 19 Telecom Acquisitions Limited (TAL) has announced the signing of a wholesale partnership with KCOM, the main broadband provider in Hull, East Yorkshire, and North Lincolnshire. Through the deal, TAL’s Eclipse Broadband brand will now offer services on KCOM’s expanded fibre network in these areas.

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Injunction filed against Mozambique telcos over mobile internet curfews

Developing Telecoms

Several civil society organisations in Mozambique have reportedly filed an injunction against mobile operators TMcel, Vodacom and Movitel over ongoing mobile internet shutdowns and blocked access to social media and messaging sites.

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Indosat accelerates monetization efforts and streamlines time-to-market with Ericsson

Total Telecom

Press Release Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Ericsson proudly announce the successful deployment of the world’s first full-stack Digital Monetization Platform (DMP), marking a significant milestone in Indonesia’s digital transformation journey for telecommunications. This collaboration aligns with Indosat’s larger purpose of empowering Indonesia by raising digital telecommunication standards, supporting economic growth, and enabling real-time monetization and flexible service development to

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MBBF 2024: Networks for AI, AI for Networks

Developing Telecoms

On Day 2 of the Global MBB Forum 2024, Yang Chaobin, Huawei's Board Member and President of ICT Products and Solutions, opened the keynote speech with the declaration that the mobile AI era is roaring in.

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Virgin Media O2 deploys UK’s first 5G standalone small cells

Telecoms Tech News

Virgin Media O2 has installed the UK’s first 5G standalone small cells, delivering enhanced urban mobile connectivity. The deployment, in central Birmingham, targets some of the city’s busiest areas and has already demonstrated impressive results. Initial performance data reveals enhanced mobile internet experiences for customers, with speeds reaching up to 300Mbps through the implementation of.

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Vodacom and du highlight recycling efforts

Developing Telecoms

Many operators are putting a lot of effort into encouraging recycling – and into being seen to lead that effort, as recent announcements from operators Vodacom in South Africa and du in the UAE indicate.

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Indosat and Ericsson launch platform to boost Indonesia’s digital transformation

Developing Telecoms

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) and Ericsson have unveiled a full-stack Digital Monetisation Platform (DMP), which the companies claim will drive Indonesia’s digital transformation.

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BSNL Awards Rs 5000 Crore Project to RVNL-Led Consortium for BharatNet: Report

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has awarded RVNL (Rail Vikas Nigam Limited) led consortium a nearly Rs 5000 crore deal for developing the middle-mile network of BharatNet.

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Jazz announces partnership to develop Pakistan’s first indigenous LLM

Developing Telecoms

Pakistan operator Jazz has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the country’s National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) and the National Information Technology Board (NITB).

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People Will Form Meaningful Relationships with Their AI Companions, Says Microsoft AI CEO

Telecom Talk

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman discusses how AI companions will revolutionise digital experiences, productivity, and personal interactions at the Building AI Companions for India event.

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New EdgeUno fibre optic route to connect Chile and Argentina

Developing Telecoms

Latin American IP transit and connectivity provider EdgeUno has announced a new fibre optic route connecting Santiago de Chile and Buenos Aires in Argentina.

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Rakuten Symphony and Wind River Team Up to Advance Open RAN Adoption

Telecom Talk

Wind River and Rakuten Symphony collaborate to speed up Open RAN adoption among CSPs by integrating Wind River Studio Operator with Rakuten Symphony’s 4G and 5G solutions.

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Helium, Xnet pivot from CBRS to Wi-Fi

Light Reading

Decentralized wireless players Helium and Xnet previously pursued networks in 3.5GHz CBRS spectrum. Now, they're shifting their efforts to Passpoint powered Wi-Fi.

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Reliance Jio’s Cheapest 5G Prepaid Plan

Telecom Talk

Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, recently moved the tariffs upwards making services more expensive for customers.

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‘A pivotal moment for telcos’ as AI and network infrastructure converge

RCR Wireless

Dell Technologies and NVIDIA partner to offer CSPs an easy button for AI As communications service providers (CSPs) work to manage multi-faceted network modernization and transformation programs, networks, operations and services are all becoming more complex. With the rise of powerful artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, CSPs have the chance to tame this ramping complexity while […] The post ‘A pivotal moment for telcos’ as AI and network infrastructure converge appeared first on RCR W

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Broadcom Launches VeloRAIN Architecture and New Edge Appliances for AI-Driven Networks

Telecom Talk

Broadcom announced significant advancements across its VeloCloud product portfolio, alongside a new partner program to accelerate enterprise readiness for AI

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Broadband Breakfast on November 20, 2024 – What Happens to Homework and Wi-Fi Hot Spots?

Broadband Breakfast

In July 2024, the FCC voted to expand its E-rate Funding program, which has traditionally subsidized internet access for eligible schools and libraries, to off-premise Wi-Fi hotspots. The commission has been supportive, but partisan divisions exist on the FCC's legal authority to extend E-rate funding for Wi-Fi beyond the boundaries of schools and libraries, warning that this expansion could push legal boundaries.

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UK Government Expands AI Chatbot Trials to Support Small Businesses

Telecom Talk

GOV.UK Chat, the government's experimental chatbot, will be trialled by up to 15,000 business users as it enters the next stage of testing.

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Telecom East: How AI is changing bandwidth needs in Asia

Light Reading

Light Reading contributing editor Robert Clark and Ross O'Brien, analyst-in-chief at Delta Analysis, welcome Bill Barney, a former Asian telco CEO and current chairman of Asian Century Equity, to discuss the outlook for telecom in Asia during a time of geopolitical uncertainty and AI.

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OnePlus 13 vs iQOO 13: Quite Similar, but Still Different

Telecom Talk

OnePlus and iQOO always have decent competition in the market as both their devices come with similar specs every year in the flagship range.

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‘No one rings up and asks for a private 5G network’ – BT Business on 5G business

RCR Wireless

There’s lots of good stuff in the new RCR Wireless report on private 5G in Industry 4.0 – which is out now, free to download, and available here. But not everyone responded in time, and not everything made the cut. Here, for example, is an extended email Q&A with BT Business – which, apparently, went […] The post ‘No one rings up and asks for a private 5G network’ – BT Business on 5G business appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Airtel Brings Mobile Connectivity to Ladakh’s Highest Military Outposts

Telecom Talk

Indian telecommunications company Bharti Airtel has collaborated with the Indian Army to bring mobile connectivity to Galwan and Daulat Beg

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When wireless sensing meets communications: What new efficiencies and experiences can you expect in the 6G era?

RCR Wireless

Sensors have become seamlessly embedded into a wide array of devices, from smartphones and wearables to vehicles and more, making them integral to how we understand and interact with our surroundings. They enhance our daily experiences by supporting a diverse range of applications, enabling more informed decisions and efficient interactions with the environment around us. […] The post When wireless sensing meets communications: What new efficiencies and experiences can you expect in the 6G

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Bharti Telecom Raises Stake in Airtel to 40.33 Percent

Telecom Talk

Bharti Telecom Ltd (BTL), the primary promoter of Bharti Airtel, has raised its stake in the company to 40.

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Vodafone and Three to get merger blessing with poisonous remedies

Light Reading

UK regulatory authorities have given a clear signal Vodafone and Three will be allowed to merge if they hold down prices and spend more on 5G. What could go wrong?

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L&T Partners with E2E Networks to Drive GenAI Cloud Solutions in India

Telecom Talk

Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has announced a strategic partnership with E2E Networks, an Indian Cloud and AI Cloud provider, to

Network 147
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Mobily and Telecom Egypt Join Forces for Red Sea Cable

VoIP Review

Saudi Arabian telecom company Mobily has teamed up with Telecom Egypt to establish a submarine cable across the Red Sea. This new cable is set to enhance connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, addressing the rising demand for internet services in both regions. The cable will have landing points in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and Duba, Saudi Arabia, enabling connections between the Arabian Gulf and Egypt with broader international networks.

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Airtel Payments Bank Posts Quarterly Revenues of Rs 674 Crore in Q2 FY25

Telecom Talk

Airtel Payments Bank, a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, has reported its quarterly revenues at Rs 674 crore in Q2 FY25.

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5G provides 20% higher satisfaction rate than 4G for event goers

telecoms.com

A report by Ericsson claims that at big events 5G users were 20% ‘more satisfied’ than 4G users, and that some consumers are willing to pay a premium for ’guaranteed, seamless connectivity’.

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Nxtra by Airtel Deploys AI to Enhance Data Centre Operations

Telecom Talk

Nxtra by Airtel has integrated AI into its data centres, becoming the first in India to adopt this technology.

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How to scale Open RAN—TCO and lifecycle management are concerns

RCR Wireless

Open RAN technology is proven and operators are committed, but the lingering questions around integration costs and lifecycle management in a multi-vendor network remain A panel comprising a leading Open RAN vendor, a leading Open RAN test firm, and a major global operator dissected the next phase of disaggregated radio during a recent virtual forum, […] The post How to scale Open RAN—TCO and lifecycle management are concerns appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Broadband Breakfast on November 27, 2024 – Next Steps on Digital Equity Projects

Broadband Breakfast

The Commerce Department's National Telecommunications and Information Administration has approved digital equity plans for several states as part of its broader Digital Equity Act initiative. And the Digital Equity Competitive Grant program, another part of the initiative, closed in late September. What is the next step for these applications? How will funding for digital equity be allocated and managed?

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T-Mobile US uses 5G DC to claim uplink speed record

telecoms.com

T-Mobile US is claiming to have hit a new world record for 5G uplink, reaching 2.2 Gbps in a test that saw it aggregate spectrum in the 2.5 GHz and mmWave bands.

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CMA Backs Vodafone-Three Merger with Conditions to Boost 5G and Protect Consumers

VoIP Review

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has tentatively endorsed a landmark merger between Vodafone and Three UK , proposing a novel path that may address competition concerns. This provisional approval hinges on a multi-billion pound network upgrade across the UK, including the roll-out of 5G , coupled with short-term consumer protections.

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Chinese hacker group allegedly targeted Singtel in telecom attack

Light Reading

A Chinese group called Volt Typhoon allegedly infiltrated Singtel's network in June with suspected state-sponsored malware.

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Germany

HCL Tech

With presence in 59 countries and team members from 161 nationalities, we’re rapidly growing in longstanding locations like India and, more recently, in Eastern Europe and Central America.

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