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The AI WAN revolution 

Total Telecom

Interview At a Mobile World Congress consumed with AIs evolving role in mobile networks, Huaweis new AI WAN solution shows that the AI transformation is extending to every facet of network infrastructure We caught up with Huaweis President of Router Domain, Data Communication Product Line, Mr Zuo Meng, to discuss this new solution and what incorporating AI into WAN technology will mean for carriers.

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Ofcom plans rules to drive UK full-fibre broadband to 96% coverage

Telecoms Tech News

UK telecoms regulator Ofcom has unveiled new rules to support the countrys full-fibre broadband rollout. The proposals are aimed at further stimulating competition and investment in the sector and build on regulations introduced in 2021. The regulator believes its latest plans could see full-fibre connections reach 96% of homes and businesses across the nation within.

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Vodafone Idea’s 5G: Is it a Threat to Jio, Airtel

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator, is offering 5G to users in Mumbai now.

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SoftBank Group goes after Ampere Computing in $6.5 billion deal

RCR Wireless

Ampere Computing processors are optimized for cloud computing and AI applications and are used in a range of computing environments SoftBank Group Corp. announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Ampere Computing, an independent silicon design company, in an all-cash transaction valued at $6.5 billion.

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WAA Drives WLAN User Experience and Performance

Developing Telecoms

As well as providing a showcase for new products and services, Mobile World Congress is an occasion for industry bodies to gather and review ongoing work designed to set new benchmarks and establish the future direction of key enabling technologies.

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Five characteristics of a cloud-native network function

RCR Wireless

Unlike legacy VNFs often monolithic and dependent on virtual machines CNFs are designed from the ground up for cloud environments As telecom networks evolve to meet the demands of 5G, edge computing and automation, traditional physical and virtual network functions (PNFs and VNFs) are being replaced by cloud-native network functions (CNFs), which are […]

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Sparkle and Al-Bawaba enhance Libyan partnership 

Developing Telecoms

TIM Group's global operator Sparkle and Al-Bawaba for Telecommunications and Informatics, a Libyan ISP provider offering a wide range of ICT solutions, say they have enhanced their commercial partnership to provide international connectivity services to and from Libya.

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Veon’s Kyivstar buys ride-hailing firm Uklon for US$155.2m

Developing Telecoms

Veons Ukrainian operator Kyivstar says it has acquired local ride-hailing and delivery platform Uklon in a deal valued at US$155.2 million to expand its digital consumer services portfolio.

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Airtel Becomes Kerala’s Most Extensive Network Provider with 11,000 Sites

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel solidifies its position as Kerala's leading telecom operator with over 11,000 network sites, enhanced coverage, and 5G expansion in key tourist and urban areas.

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Oracle’s $5B Boost to UK AI and Cloud Infrastructure

VoIP Review

Oracle has made a bold move to expand its data center reach in the UK, announcing a $5 billion investment in its cloud computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure over the next five years. This investment aligns with the UK’s regulation for sovereign in-country data processing and its national AI strategy. The initiative will cater to both public and private sectors, spanning industries like healthcare , financial services, defence, retail, and manufacturing.

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Vodafone Idea dealt new blow as DoT drops AGR dues waiver plan

Developing Telecoms

Indias Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has reportedly dropped a plan to waive adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues of telcos, which is especially bad news for financially struggling telco Vodafone Idea.

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Echelon Edge Deploys AI-Powered Digital Crowd Management System at Maha Kumbh 2025

Telecom Talk

Echelon Edge, in collaboration with Synergy Telematics, deployed India's largest AI-driven digital crowd management system at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.

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Fintech partnership offers innovative approach to remittance  markets 

Developing Telecoms

Uruguay-headquartered payment platform dLocal, which connects global merchants to emerging markets, has announced a strategic partnership with fintech Belmoney, the first remittance-as-a-service (RaaS) provider in Europe.

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SK Telecom Expands AI Capabilities with Gemini 2.0 Flash Integration

VoIP Review

Korean telecommunications giant SK Telecom has introduced a significant upgrade to its AI agent, adot, by integrating Google’s cutting-edge language model, Gemini 2.0 Flash. This integration enhances the agent’s capabilities, promising to transform how users interact with AI. With this upgrade, users can access an expanded selection of AI models across five prominent global platforms: SKT’s A.X, ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini.

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WAA Partners with World-Renowned Test Lab for WLAN Certification

Developing Telecoms

The released scenario-based WLAN performance certification standards by the World WLAN Application Association (WAA), marks a key step in ensuring a high-quality WLAN user experience across a broad range of applications including industrial and medical scenarios, as well as in the home.

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FCC Space Bureau Chief Highlights Role of LEO Satellites in Broadband Expansion

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 — As demand for global connectivity increases, low-Earth orbit satellite broadband is emerging as a key player in bridging the digital divide. However, challenges related to spectrum allocation and regulatory oversight remain pressing issues, according to experts at a Broadband Breakfast Live Online event Wednesday.

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‘We are seeing maturity happening’: VIAVI Solutions’ CTO on MWC trends

RCR Wireless

BARCELONAWhat were the main themes that came out of this years Mobile World Congress Barcelona? One might categorize them, in general, as a shift toward technological maturity, and from the possible to the practical, across the areas of Open RAN, artificial intelligence and Non-Terrestrial Networks in particular.

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Wipro Sovereign AI, Capgemini Agentic AI, TCS Air New Zealand Partnership, Tech Mahindra PV Solution

Telecom Talk

Information Technology services companies Wipro, Tech Mahindra and Capgemini have announced individual partnerships with Nvidia, while Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

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Sitka, Alaska, Back Online After Subsea Fiber Cable Repair

Broadband Breakfast

March 20, 2025 - Telecommunications were restored in Sitka, Alaska after repairs were completed ahead of schedule. General Communication, Inc., the largest telecommunications provider in Alaska, announced that its emergency maintenance on the undersea fiberoptic cable to Sitka was successfully completed earlier this week , restoring all internet and communication services.

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Airtel Brings Two New JioHotstar Plans for IPL 2025

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has introduced two new plans with JioHotstar subscription for the IPL (India Premier League) 2025.

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RCR news brief: EE, Vodafone, ZTE and more

RCR Wireless

Editor’s note: The telecommunications sector continues to evolve rapidly, driven by advancements in 5G, the emergence of 5G Advanced, the growing adoption of Open RAN and the integration of AI into network operations.

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Airtel Says Customers Can Activate International Roaming Packs at Airport Kiosks

Telecom Talk

Airtel on Thursday said it offers the world’s most affordable international roaming packs, allowing its customers to enjoy seamless connectivity

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AT&T Statement on FCC Alternative Options Test Order

AT&T Connects

“We appreciate Chairman Brendan Carr and the FCC for their leadership to advance the tech transition and update requirements to better reflect todays technology and competitive market. Doing this will help accelerate investment in future networks that provide a better connectivity experience for our customers, which ultimately benefits our highly-skilled workforce.

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iQOO Z10 is Launching in India with the BIGGEST Battery Ever

Telecom Talk

iQOO, a sub-brand of Vivo, is soon going to launch a new smartphone for the Indian market.

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Discover key MWC 2025 trends with RCR Wireless News

RCR Wireless

RCR Wireless News’ MWC Key Takeaways delivers the latest trends, innovations and partnerships announced at Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona through a dynamic half-day event. The one day agenda is packed with interviews, panels and demos from a variety of industry leaders sharing the latest technology updates and announcements, hot off the press from MWC.

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OPPO F29 5G, OPPO F29 Pro 5G Launched in India: Price and Specs

Telecom Talk

OPPO has launched two new smartphones for the Indian market – OPPO F29 and OPPO F29 Pro 5G.

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Comcast Launches Connected Building Solution for Multifamily Properties

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2025 - Comcast has unveiled its new Connected Building solution, a comprehensive networking system designed to provide property-wide, always-on WiFi for multifamily buildings. This end-to-end solution offers property owners and managers a more affordable alternative to traditional managed WiFi services, enabling seamless connectivity throughout the building.

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Nvidia, xAI to Join BlackRock, Microsoft, and MGX to Develop AI Infrastructure

Telecom Talk

Nvidia and xAI have joined the AI Infrastructure Partnership (AIP), an initiative led by BlackRock, Microsoft, and MGX to expand AI infrastructure, data centers, and energy solutions.

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New on the Pod: Lightyear Considers the State of Connectivity

Telegeography

We're pumped to have Dennis Thankachan, Co-Founder and CEO of Lightyear , back on TeleGeography Explains the Internet. Last time Dennis joined us on the show, we dug into Lightyear's approach to creating a digital telecom lifecycle automation platform for enterprise networks. This time, we discuss their State of Connectivity Report , which dovetails nicely with many of the issues we research here at TeleGeography.

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Realme Buds T200 Lite Launched in India: Price Here

Telecom Talk

Relame has launched a new TWS (truly wireless stereo) product in India namely T200 Lite. You can now buy them in India from realme store.

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‘Equivalent or superior to traditional RAN’ – time for open RAN to shine, says Qualcomm 

RCR Wireless

If the rollout of 5G technology is a game of two halves, as it is often described, as network technologies are deployed and upgraded in global 5G systems, and as a long-tail of carrier firms catches up with the leading pack, then the next phase will make a star of open RAN.

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5G Traffic in India Grew 3 Times in 2024: Nokia MBiT

Telecom Talk

The average 5G data consumption by a user in a given month was 40GB as of December 2024. 5G traffic in India is set to grow from here.

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USTelecom Statement on FCC Cutting Red Tape to Unleash New Infrastructure Investments

US Telecom

Washington, D.C. (March 20, 2025) Today, the Federal Communications Commission issued a set of actions to help speed the transition from outdated copper networks to modern infrastructure. The following statement is from USTelecom President and CEO Jonathan Spalter: Broadband providers appreciate Chairman Carrs laser focus on cutting through red tape and outdated mindsets to accelerate the work of connecting all Americans.

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Switchvox Admin Training Videos for Beginners and Experts

Sangoma

With big players like NEC pulling the plug on their on-premises offerings and others cutting support for traditional systems, its easy to think the future of Unified Communications (UC) lies entirely in the cloud. However, not all companies are on board with this shift. At Sangoma, weve committed to continuing to invest in Switchvox On-Premises […] The post Switchvox Admin Training Videos for Beginners and Experts appeared first on Sangoma Technologies.

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Cisco Introduces the State of AI Security Report for 2025: Key Developments, Trends, and Predictions in AI Security

Cisco Wireless

Cisco is proud to share the State of AI Security report covering key developments in AI security across threat intelligence, policy, and research.

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Doctors Losing Patients Over Missed Calls: How Sangoma’s Healthcare Communications Can Help

Sangoma

Imagine being a doctor at a busy practice. Your office is packed with patients, your team is juggling phone calls, prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and in-person visitsall at once. The phone rings again, but this time, its not answered, or worse, its dropped entirely. Youre already buried in paperwork, and the outdated phone systems arent […] The post Doctors Losing Patients Over Missed Calls: How Sangomas Healthcare Communications Can Help appeared first on Sangoma Technologi

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BT gets set for network slicing with 'best 5G SA in Europe'

Light Reading

Use of low-band spectrum is boosting 5G coverage inside UK buildings, says Howard Watson, BT's chief security and networks officer.

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