BSNL to Upgrade 2910 2G/3G Towers in Gujarat to 4G: Minister
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has said that it will upgrade 2910 existing 2G/3G towers in Gujarat to 4G.
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TFL announces full 4G coverage on London’s Elizabeth Line
Total Telecom
DECEMBER 4, 2024
News The milestone means passengers traveling through central London stations can enjoy reliable 4G coverage on their journeys Transport for London (TFL) and neutral host provider Boldyn Networks have completed the rollout of high-speed mobile coverage across the entire Elizabeth Line. This marks another step in TfL’s ongoing efforts to improve connectivity across London’s transport system.
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Viasat Demonstrates Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity in Saudi Arabia
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Satellite communications company Viasat recently announced that it has successfully demonstrated Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite connectivity in Saudi Arabia, marking a
Nokia and Ooredoo Oman plan transformative DWDM network
Developing Telecoms
DECEMBER 4, 2024
A partnership between tech giant Nokia and service provider Ooredoo Oman claims that it will do nothing less than transform the nation’s connectivity via the deployment of a state-of-the-art dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) wholesale network.
No Special Mobile Phone Plan for Non-Smartphone Users: Government
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Indian government has said that it doesn’t plan to force telcos to bring special mobile plans for non-smartphone users.
Nokia SVP highlights 5G FWA, NaaS potential in Africa
Developing Telecoms
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Mikko Lavanti, Nokia’s Senior Vice President for the Middle East and Africa, sees significant growth potential for operators in Africa as 5G-powered Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gains momentum across the continent.
Ericsson simplifies cloud-native networks transition
Telecoms Tech News
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Ericsson’s new Compact Packet Core aims to simplify the transition of Communication Service Providers (CSPs) to cloud-native networks. The solution includes the cloud-native Packet Core Controller (PCC) and Packet Core Gateway (PCG) network functions, all packed into a single compact rack version of Ericsson’s Cloud-Native Infrastructure Solution (CNIS).
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Vodafone to sell off last remnant of Indus Towers stake
Total Telecom
DECEMBER 4, 2024
News The operator says it values its remaining 3% stake at around $330 million This week, Vodafone has announced that it is looking to sell its final 3% stake in Indus Towers, which it values at around $330 million. The sale will be achieved through an accelerated book build offering. Vodafone has been actively seeking to sell down its stake in Indus Towers since 2022, gradually reducing its stake from 28% to 21.5% earlier this year.
Paratus plans fibre route linking Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia
Developing Telecoms
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Telecoms network operator Paratus Botswana announced on Wednesday it has started work on lighting a new fibre route – billed as the “SADC Highway” – that will connect Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
EE airdrops mobile tower into Isle of Skye
Total Telecom
DECEMBER 4, 2024
News The new tower is already being used heavily by the local community, with EE calling it “one of the busiest EE mobile sites in the area” This week, EE has announced the deployment of a new mobile tower in the remote Scottish Isle of Skye, having flown it in via helicopter. The new mast, which has been nestled in a forested area to lower its visual impact, now provides 4G coverage to 330,000 square metres of the central and northern parts of the island.
Horizon Fiber Initiative to interconnect Ethiopia, Djibouti and Sudan
Developing Telecoms
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Ethio Telecom, Djibouti Telecom, and Sudatel Telecom Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a multi-terabit, redundant terrestrial fibre optic link interconnecting Ethiopia, Djibouti and Sudan.
French Telecom Operators Collaborate to Roll Out Unified APIs to Fight Online Fraud
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
France's top mobile operators—Bouygues Telecom, Free, Orange, and SFR—introduce KYC Match and SIM Swap APIs under the GSMA Open Gateway initiative, enhancing identity verification and fraud prevention in the digital space.
Saudi space services provider NSG acquires UP42 business from Airbus
Developing Telecoms
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Neo Space Group (NSG), a Public Investment Fund-owned company described as Saudi Arabia's leading commercial space services provider, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with space company Airbus Defence and Space, to acquire its UP42 business, a next-generation earth observation digital platform.
Vodafone Group to Exit Indus Towers by Offloading Remaining 3 Percent Stake
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Vodafone announces the sale of its remaining 3 percent stake in Indus Towers, marking its complete exit from the telecom infrastructure company.
A New Approach to Network Troubleshooting in the Multicloud World
Cisco Wireless
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Cisco and AWS integration is a radically new approach to ensuring the availability of modern apps today's multicloud, hybrid environments.
Stc Group and Bell Labs Trial Generative AI for Faster Service Provisioning
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Saudi Arabia’s Stc Group and Nokia’s Bell Labs Consulting have successfully trialled a generative AI solution that will streamline service
Subsea cable risks are only increasing
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
With continued attacks on subsea networks, US cable resilience committee calls for urgent expansion of cable repair fleet.
Microsoft and Latvia Collaborate to Establish National AI Hub and Advance AI Innovation
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Latvia’s Ministry of Economics, Ministry of Smart Administration, the Investment and Development Agency (LIAA), and the State Digital Development Agency
Samsung and Liberty test vRAN, Open RAN in Puerto Rico
RCR Wireless
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The pair claim Liberty is the first telco to in Puerto Rico and Latin America to introduce 5G vRAN and Open RAN tech Puerto Rican operator Liberty is collaborating with Samsung Networks Latin America to test the vendor’s O-RAN compliant virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) and radios in Puerto Rico. The companies claim Liberty is the first telco to in Puerto Rico and Latin America to introduce 5G vRAN and Open RAN tech.
Vodafone Idea Board to Consider Raising Upto Rs 2,000 Crore Through Preferential Issue
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Vodafone Idea (Vi) plans to raise Rs 2,000 crore through equity and convertible securities, supported by Vodafone Group’s reinvestment of Indus Towers stake sale proceeds.
How (and when) AT&T will kiss copper goodbye
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
AT&T plans to shut down copper-based services across most of its US footprint (save for California) by the end of 2029. To aid the transition, AT&T developed a new POTS replacement that can run on fiber and wireless networks.
Meta Announces USD 10 Billion AI Data Center in Louisiana
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Meta is building a USD 10 billion AI data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, boosting local infrastructure, and committing to 100 percent renewable energy.
DoD agrees to spectrum sharing paradigm in 37GHz
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The NTIA and the US Department of Defense (DoD) announced a framework that would allow US military users to share spectrum in the lower 37GHz band with commercial 5G operators.
Rubrik Launches Annapurna API Service for Generative AI Applications
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Cybersecurity firm Rubrik on December 3 launched an application programming interface (API) service called ‘Annapurna’, integrated with Amazon Bedrock, to
AT&T’s three-year vision: Multi-vendor Open RAN, owners economics at scale
RCR Wireless
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Carrier announces new radio deals with Fujitsu, Mavenir as part of its move toward multi-vendor Open RAN AT&T has laid out aggressive plans for fiber and 5G midband expansion over the next three years, as it leans into owners economics of a converged network that it wants to grow even further, and offered up more […] The post AT&T’s three-year vision: Multi-vendor Open RAN, owners economics at scale appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
Google AI Innovations: Key Announcements From October and November 2024
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Explore Google's latest AI announcements from October and November 2024, including major updates to Maps, Shopping, Search, and more.
Australia to crack down on SMS scams with mandatory sender ID register
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The Australian government has allocated A$10 million (US$6.5 million) over four years to set up and maintain the SMS sender ID register, which is the latest in a series of measures to combat online scams in the country.
Apple Watch for Free Under offer from HDFC Ergo and Zopper
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
If you have ever wanted an Apple Watch, now would be a great time to consider one. This is because if you live in India, you can get one for free.
Nikesh Arora on Mad Money
Paloalto Networks
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Cloud Security and Platformization Lead the Quarter Palo Alto Networks has been making significant strides under the guidance of our Chairman and CEO Nikesh Arora. In a recent discussion with CNBC’s Jim Cramer on ‘Mad Money,’ Arora shared insights into our company’s quarterly results, our robust position in the cloud security market, and the innovative strides Palo Alto Networks is making across various sectors.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 Could Feature 20% Performance Gains: Report
Telecom Talk
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset for premium smartphones – Snapdragon 8 Elite is already shipping with some of the prominent devices
Fahri Diner out as Plume's CEO
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Fahri Diner, one of Plume's founders, is no longer leading the Wi-Fi tech specialist. Plume confirmed that another founder, Adam Hotchkiss, is now serving as acting CEO as the company seeks a permanent replacement.
Broadband Breakfast on December 11, 2024 - Measuring Broadband on Existing Federal Programs
Broadband Breakfast
DECEMBER 4, 2024
With federal broadband funding flowing, how do we ensure funded networks actually deliver the promised speeds? With varying performance standards across federal programs such as the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, and the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, among others, accurate speed measurement has never been more crucial for grant recipients.
Colt CEO on AI, acquisitions and industry firsts for subsea fiber
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Keri Gilder, CEO of Colt, joins the Light Reading podcast to explain the significance of Colt and Ciena completing the first 1.2 Tbit/s wavelength transmission across the Atlantic Ocean.
India to refarm spectrum for 5G and 6G services
RCR Wireless
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The initiative will involve reallocating airwaves in 10 spectrum bands India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is planning to refarm over 1,100 megahertz of spectrum currently allocated to various ministries to support the rollout of advanced 5G and future 6G services. According to a report by local newspaper The Economic Times, the initiative will involve reallocating […] The post India to refarm spectrum for 5G and 6G services appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
Eurobites: Satellite startup Sateliot bags €30M EIB loan for IoT rollout
Light Reading
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Iliad sells stake in its data center business to InfraVia; Ericsson launches Compact Packet Core to ease cloud migration; CityFibre extends partnership with Neos Networks.
O2 Telefonica, AWS use quantum tech to enhance mobile networks
RCR Wireless
DECEMBER 4, 2024
O2 Telefonica and AWS had also launched a new cloud-based core network this year, which is now available to one million customers German operator O2 Telefonica is integrating quantum technologies into its mobile network to improve performance and explore new data security standards. In a release, O2 Telefonica said it is working in a pilot […] The post O2 Telefonica, AWS use quantum tech to enhance mobile networks appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
Fact Vs Myth: Fixed Wireless is Only Suitable for Short Distances
MHO
DECEMBER 4, 2024
Many people believe that fixed wireless internet is limited to short-range connections. However, advances in technology have significantly extended the reach of fixed wireless networks, making them a viable option for covering large areas.
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