Fri.Aug 16, 2024

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Airtel’s Focus is Fiber as First Protocol for Homes over Wireless: CEO

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel saw its homes business growing in Q1 FY25 driven by accelerated adoption of Wi-Fi services which offer both fiber and AirFiber services.

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MTN, IHS bury the hatchet

Developing Telecoms

MTN Group and HIS Towers pledged to work constructively to resolve a governance issue as the firms push to bolster their relationship after resolving disagreements last year.

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BSNL and MTNL forgo merger, sign 10-year service agreement  

Total Telecom

News The agreement will see BSNL take over the management of MTNL, with the former joining the latter as a management agency For many years now, India’s state-owned telecoms firms Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) have been haemorrhaging subscribers, struggling to compete effectively against the country’s two largest telcos, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

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Airtel CEO Explains Why 5G SA Makes More Sense for FWA

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has said that it is upgrading its mobile networks to 5G SA (standalone) to offer FWA (fixed-wireless access) services.

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Global conflict and rise of AI sees DDoS attacks soar 106%

Total Telecom

News A new report from Zayo Group showed that Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks in H1 this year almost doubled compared to H2 2023, with telcos the primary target New research from Zayo Group suggests that international conflicts and the increasing availability of AI are fuelling a rise in DDoS attacks, with attack up 106% in H1 this year compared to H2 of last year.

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Deutsche Telekom to Expand Fiber Network to 674,000 Premises in Munich

Telecom Talk

Deutsche Telekom is set to significantly enhance Munich’s digital infrastructure with a major fiber optic expansion, aiming to connect one million households by 2032.

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Startup Stories: Leasemycharger.com on expanding electric mobility access

Total Telecom

Startup Stories Showcasing the most exciting startups exhibiting at this year’s Connected Britain conference By Julien Martinez , president of ALMB Group Leasemycharger.com is a brand of ALMB Group, a French company based in Cergy, and was founded in 2021 to make electric recharging available to everyone and to make electric mobility accessible to as many people as possible.

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Eutelsat adds Bayobab to list of OneWeb partners 

Total Telecom

News The partnership will make use of Eutelsat’s 600 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation Eutelsat and Bayobab, a subsidiary of MTN Group, have entered a multi-year agreement to improve digital connectivity across Africa. The collaboration will use Eutelsat’s OneWebLEO satellite constellation to address the continent’s connectivity needs, particularly for enterprise and cellular network backhaul in remote areas.

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Yondr Secures Approval for Third Data Center on London Campus

Telecom Talk

Yondr Group secures planning approval for a third data center on its London campus in Slough, enhancing West London's role as a key European data center hub.

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T-Mobile fined $60m over data security violations 

Total Telecom

News This fine is the largest ever issued by Committee on Foreign Investment, and one of only six issued in the last 18 months T-Mobile has been fined $60 million by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), a regulatory committee that scrutinises foreign investment for national security risks. The CFIUS fined T-Mobile for failing to prevent unauthorised access to sensitive data, and not reporting the incidents prompt, which violated its nationl security agreement.

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Safaricom Expands 5G Network to All 47 Counties in Kenya

Telecom Talk

Safaricom expands its 5G network to all 47 counties in Kenya, surpassing 1,000 sites and becoming the country's largest 5G operator.

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Smart meters and massive IoT – what the next 10 years will look like

RCR Wireless

More Friday market figures for you; these provide a definitive evergreen overview of the smart metering market, arguably, as follows… The total number of smart meters in the world will double over the next decade, from 1.7 billion at the end of 2023 to 3.4 billion at the end of 2033. By the end of […] The post Smart meters and massive IoT – what the next 10 years will look like appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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POCO Pad 5G India Launch Confirmed

Telecom Talk

POCO, a Chinese phone maker, has confirmed the launch of POCO Pad 5G in India. This new tablet from the company will launch in India on August 23, 2024.

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TI to get up to $1.6 billion in CHIPS Act funds

RCR Wireless

Direct CHIPS funding would be in addition to $6-$8 billion in tax credit Texas Instruments has signed a preliminary agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce to receive up to $1.6 billion in CHIPS and Science Act funding that will support semiconductor manufacturing in Texas and Utah. That direct funding would be coupled with between […] The post TI to get up to $1.6 billion in CHIPS Act funds appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Wi-Fi 7 Missing in India, Does it Even Matter?

Telecom Talk

The global variants of Pixel 9 Pro support the Wi-Fi 7 connectivity standard. Wi-Fi 7 is already supported by several devices on the Indian market.

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ATIS’ Next G Alliance looks at 6G spectrum access possibilities

RCR Wireless

NGA said the report is aimed at technology providers, spectrum licensees and regulators ATIS’ Next G Alliance (NGA) has put out a new report that evaluates a range of spectrum management and access mechanisms, including sharing regimes, to maximize North American opportunities in 6G. The report, “Spectrum Access Mechanisms”, includes assessments of licensed, unlicensed and […] The post ATIS’ Next G Alliance looks at 6G spectrum access possibilities appeared first on RCR Wireles

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Q2 Broadband Numbers: Wirelines ISPs Slipped, Fixed Wireless Access Gained

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, August 16, 2024 – In the second quarter, the pattern looked familiar among publicly traded broadband Internet Service Providers: The wireline variety as a group lost subscribers, while fixed wireless access providers posted solid gains. Join the Broadband Breakfast Club to see Premium Charts and Data Challenging competitive conditions facing many wireline broadband providers led to a net loss of 292,048 subscribers sequentially as reported by the top fifteen publicly traded IS

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SoftBank calls off Intel AI chip partnership talks

RCR Wireless

Intel has reportedly struggled to meet SoftBank’s production volume and speed requirements SoftBank has ended discussions with Intel about designing an artificial intelligence (AI) chip that will rival those released by Nvidia. SoftBank sought a partnership with Intel to help it achieve a leadership position in the AI space, but U.S. chipmaker has reportedly struggled […] The post SoftBank calls off Intel AI chip partnership talks appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Cable's wireless blitz picks up more steam

Light Reading

Led by Charter and Comcast, US cable's share of total mobile net adds in Q2 was about 54%, according to MoffettNathanson. Meanwhile, cable's share of the post-paid mobile market reached a new, all-time high.

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SaaS Management and Application Discovery

GigaOM

The old saying, “history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes,” proves itself time and again with computers. In my recent analysis of SaaS management platforms (SMPs), it proved true once again, as I couldn’t help but observe how familiar the problem of getting a handle on software-as a-service (SaaS) sprawl felt. The challenges inherent in discovery, visibility, and balancing concerns between stakeholders are elements in any kind of effective IT management.

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Vodafone rocks eSIMs to tempt concertgoers with a free ride on its network

Light Reading

Vodafone uses eSIMs to let customers try its network for free at UK concerts and summer events. Even after the music stops, Vodafone and others see eSIMs as important for travel and device support.

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HPE to buy Morpheus Data to simplify and optimize hybrid cloud operations

RCR Wireless

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is to acquire Colorado-based hybrid cloud management provider Morpheus Data, as part of its strategy to be a one-stop shop for sundry enterprise cloud services, alongside its enterprise connectivity play. It said Morpheus Data will solidify its position as the “first vendor with a full suite of capabilities across the hybrid […] The post HPE to buy Morpheus Data to simplify and optimize hybrid cloud operations appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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The Buildout: Centranet breaks ground on NTIA-funded fiber build

Light Reading

This week in broadband builds: Centranet, Sac and Fox Nation start fiber construction in Oklahoma; new construction and service launches from Brightspeed; GoNetspeed goes live in Clay and Pinson, Alabama – and more.

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Navigating the Unique Landscape of OT Security Solutions

GigaOM

Exploring the operational technology (OT) security sector has been both enlightening and challenging, particularly due to its distinct priorities and requirements compared to traditional IT security. One of the most intriguing aspects of this journey has been understanding how the foundational principles of security differ between IT and OT environments.

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Eurobites: SVoD's UK reach exceeds 20 million

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Austria's A1 gets green light for NTT acquisition; telco cloud deployments slow in Q2; One Albania bolsters network for summer season.

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AWS looks to expand its presence in India’s Hyderabad

RCR Wireless

AWS already has a significant presence in this Indian city Amazon Web Services (AWS) is looking to expand its presence in the data center segment in Hyderabad, India, according to local press reports. AWS affirmed its decision to expand its investments in Hyderabad following discussions between IT and Industries Minister Sridhar Babu and the AWS […] The post AWS looks to expand its presence in India’s Hyderabad appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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China's latest half-hearted telecom reform

Light Reading

China's telecom reform has allowed some overseas presence, but foreign data center players have so far spurned MIIT's pilot schemes.

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #33

VoIP Review

Maxis and Huawei Partner to Drive 5G-Advanced Innovation in Malaysia Maxis and Huawei Malaysia have launched a Joint Innovation Centre to advance 5G-Advanced technology, focusing on gigabit capacity, AI, and digitalization. The collaboration aims to support Malaysia’s digital growth by developing new services and nurturing local talent through academia-industry engagements and R&D initiatives.

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The worst of the telecoms recession could be behind us

telecoms.com

Recent market data suggests the CSPs may have finally burned through their inventories and will thus need to start spending again.

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Intel Sells Arm Stake, Shifts Focus to AI and Innovation

VoIP Review

Intel has made the strategic decision to sell its stake in the British chip firm Arm Holdings during the second quarter, as revealed in a recent SEC filing. The move coincides with significant job cuts at Intel as it grapples with intense competition from rivals such as AMD and Qualcomm. Intel previously owned 1.18 million shares in Arm. Reuters calculated that the sale could have netted Intel around $146.7 million.

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eSIM Technology Provides Seamless Connectivity for Cruise Travelers

Broadband Breakfast

In an era where staying connected is more important than ever, eSIM technology is rapidly transforming the way we use our mobile devices. By 2027, the global eSIM market is projected to reach a staggering $16.3 billion, nearly four times its current value of $4.7 billion, according to a new report from Statista. This explosive growth is expected to make eSIMs commonplace in smartphones and extend their reach to all connected devices that use a cellular network, such as cars, drones, and smartwat

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AT&T, Verizon challenge SpaceX, T-Mobile's direct-to-cell service

Light Reading

Verizon and AT&T have expressed concern to the FCC that SpaceX and T-Mobile's direct-to-cell service could negatively impact their own mobile broadband networks.

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Data Centers and the Environment

Broadband Breakfast

Broadband Breakfast Club Exclusive Report Data Centers and the Environment – August 2024 Read all Exclusive Reports Once a quiet, rural community, Prineville, Oregon is now the bustling home of a sprawling network of high-tech facilities around which its economy centers. These facilities, called data centers, are thanks to investment from tech giants like Facebook and Apple.

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More Sustainable Mining with Cisco

Cisco Wireless

Learn more about advanced technologies in mining that are actively contributing to reaching goals in the global sustainability agenda.

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LR Extra: Pixel peeping, American idioms and satellite service fantasies

Light Reading

Light Reading's editors ponder the Google Pixel 9's new features and once again dine out on their food industry frustrations.

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AI Offers Revenue Growth and Operational Enhancement Opportunities for the Telecom Industry

Telecom Ramblings

This Industry Viewpoint was authored by Faisal Ishaq, Client Partner, EPAM Systems, Inc. Telcos face several unique challenges that can jeopardize their ability to stay competitive in today’s fierce markets. For starters, connectivity has become essential to the average person living in the developed world, and telcos must deliver seamless services and new experiences to these modern customers.

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ZTE H1 revenues up 2.9% year-on-year

RCR Wireless

ZTE noted its R&D expenses amounted to CNY 12.73 billion in H1, accounting for 20.4% of operating revenue Chinese vendor ZTE announced revenues of CNY 62.49 billion ($8.72 billion) for the first half of 2024, representing an increase of 2.9% year-on-year. In a release, the vendor noted that its net profit for the period reached […] The post ZTE H1 revenues up 2.9% year-on-year appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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