Fri.Aug 30, 2024

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BSNL Launches Indigenous 4G Network at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in AP

Telecom Talk

State-owned telecommunications company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched its indigenous 4G network at the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP)

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No deal: Nokia denies mobile networks business sale to Samsung

Telecoms Tech News

Nokia has rejected speculation that Samsung is acquiring its mobile network business. The Finnish telecoms giant issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to the division. “Nokia has nothing to announce in relation to the speculations published in an article today, and no related insider project exists,” the company stated. “Nokia is committed to the success.

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Orange Completes Rural Network Deployment in Liberia

Telecom Talk

Orange Liberia and ZTE have successfully completed the RuralPilot EcoSites project, installing 128 new communication sites in rural Liberia to improve network coverage.

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Telkomsel expands hyper 5G zones

Developing Telecoms

Indonesian operator Telkomsel announced an expansion of its ‘Hyper 5G’ network in Bali, as part of broader plans to deliver comprehensive 5G across the nation.

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MTNL Accounts Frozen by Union Bank of India over Non-Payment of Dues: Report

Telecom Talk

State-run telecom operator MTNL’s (Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited) bank accounts have been frozen by the Union Bank of India.

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China has invested $6.1 billion in data centre projects, govt says  

Total Telecom

News China’s objective is to establish a comprehensive computing power infrastructure system by the end of 2025 in the face of US restrictions China has invested more than 43.5 billion yuan ($6.1 billion) in data centre investment over the past two years, according to an official statement on Thursday reported by Chinese state publication Xinhua.

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What is JioPhoneCall AI: Comparing it with Samsung and Apple’s AI Call Feature

Telecom Talk

JioPhoneCall AI was announced by Akash Ambani and Kiran Thomas at the 47th Annual General Meet (AGM) of Reliance Industries Limited.

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Nokia dismisses Samsung link to Mobile Networks unit

Developing Telecoms

Nokia shot down speculation from a Bloomberg report claiming that it is prepping its mobile unit for a US$10 billion sale for suitors including rival Samsung.

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FCC approves $9bn in subsidies for rural 5G expansion  

Total Telecom

News According to the FCC’s most recent data , over 14 million households and businesses in the US lack 5G access The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved new rules to provide $9 billion in subsidies to help roll out 5G in rural areas across the US. The decision finally progresses the 5G Fund for Rural America, a scheme was first devised in 2020 and aims to bring advanced mobile connectivity to regions less likely to receive 5G service without financial assistance,

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Netflix India Subscription Plans for September 2024 : Complete Guide

Telecom Talk

Discover the latest Netflix India subscription plans for September 2024. Learn about the Mobile, Basic, Standard, and Premium plans, pricing, features, and benefits to find the perfect plan for your entertainment needs.

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Nokia deploying its largest fixed networks lab in Chennai

Developing Telecoms

Nokia is expanding its Fixed Networks R&D facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

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Singtel and Nscale Partner to Expand Global GPU Capacity Using Paragon

Telecom Talk

Singapore’s Singtel and AI cloud platform Nscale have announced a strategic partnership that will unlock both companies’ GPU capacity across

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FCC Still a No on Broadband Subsidies for Musk's Starlink

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, Aug 30, 2024 – For the third time, no. The Federal Communications Commission said Friday – for the third time in two years – that Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service will not receive nearly $900 million in subsidies to get thousands of rural U.S. homes and businesses online. In a ruling by the Wireline Competition Bureau, the agency said it had not changed its prior position reached in 2022 that Starlink did not have the technical or financial ca

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Alaska Communications Secures USD 390 Million for Statewide Fiber Expansion

Telecom Talk

Alaska Communications, a communications infrastructure provider in Alaska, has announced the establishment of a new five-year, USD 390 million senior

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What is AI-native 6G?

RCR Wireless

In an AI-native architecture, AI is not a feature — it’s fundamental While the standardization of 6G is still years away, the next-generation of cellular technology is often described as AI-native, and as telcos and their partners look to the future, they are rallying around the promise that soon, AI will be used throughout their […] The post What is AI-native 6G?

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Nokia Expands R&D in India with Largest Fixed Networks Lab in Chennai

Telecom Talk

Nokia, a Finnish telecom gear and tech maker, today announced the expansion of Fixed Networks R&D facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

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The Buildout: Mississippi awards $21.6M to AT&T, Comcast, others

Light Reading

This week in broadband builds: AT&T, Comcast, C Spire get grants in Mississippi; New Mexico awards $40 million; Glo Fiber heads to Jefferson County, Ohio; unWired connecting customers in Coalinga, California – and more.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max Expected to Feature 12GB RAM

Telecom Talk

According to leaks online, the iPhone 17 series is expected to feature the kind of RAM that no other iPhone ever has.

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Reliance Jio Infocomm reaches 5G nationwide coverage

RCR Wireless

Reliance Jio Infocomm currently has more than 130 million 5G users Indian operator Reliance Jio Infocomm has reached nationwide coverage with its 5G offering, local press reported, citing Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) chairman Mukesh Ambani. During RIL’s 47th annual general meeting, Ambani said the telecom operator currently has more than 130 million 5G users.

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Nokia fails to quash rumours surrounding the fate of its mobile business

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A story claiming Nokia is contemplating exiting the mobile networks business drew extensive stock trading, which in turn compelled Nokia to issue a statement.

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Singtel, SKT target the cloud GPU business

Light Reading

As Singtel and SKT position themselves in the cloud-based GPU business, the biggest customers may well be other telcos.

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Day Wireless Systems: Expanding Global Reach in Critical Communications

Day Wireless Blog

In a move that signals a significant shift in the critical communications landscape, Day Wireless Systems, a veteran communications company in the North American market and largest Motorola dealer in the Western US, has announced its merger with HOFCON Technologies, a Netherlands-based telecom solutions provider. This strategic union not only marks Day Wireless Systems’ expansion into Europe, but also heralds a new era of global support for industries reliant on robust communication networ

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Transforming Customer Care: Vodafone's AI Journey and Vision for the Future

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Vodafone has been pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence to transform their care function, starting more than 5 years ago with chatbots, and is now looking at transforming their customer engagement layer with GenerativeAI. In this session we delve into what the Vodafone’s vision for the future of care is, and explore the Vodafone’s motivations that led to the adoption of AI, as well as some of the lessons learnt along the journey of how to adopt successfully and responsibly AI in a missio

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U Mobile inks deal with China Mobile to boost 5G in Malaysia

RCR Wireless

Under the MoU, U Mobile and CMI will also explore and develop a 5G commercial model Malaysian operator U Mobile has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Mobile International (CMI) with the aim of boosting 5G initiatives in Malaysia. The agreement stipulates areas of collaboration including knowledge exchange on 5G deployment, innovation and […] The post U Mobile inks deal with China Mobile to boost 5G in Malaysia appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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FCC to ‘reignite’ $9 billion US rural 5G fund

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The Federal Communications Commission has adopted new rules to push through a $9 billion investment into 5G deployments in rural areas of the US.

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California AI Safety Bill Faces Final Hurdle

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, August 30, 2024 – A bill mandating safety testing for companies developing the most advanced generative AI systems is now heading to California Gov. Gavin Newsom 's (D) desk for approval. The AI safety bill, SB 1047 , passed the California State Assembly with a 41-16 vote , and the State Senate by 29-9 in a floor vote on Thursday.

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Friday Bytes: Arelion, Ciena, NetIX, Hurricane Electric, Scala

Telecom Ramblings

Four bits of news from around the world before the start of Labor Day weekend here in the US: Arelion and Ciena have successfully hit 1.

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Alpine County Open Access Fiber Among Big Winners In Latest California FFA Grants

Broadband Breakfast

The  California Public Utilities Commission  has announced another $237 million in new grants that will help fund broadband expansion across 21 different California towns, cities, counties, and tribal communities. Meanwhile, numerous additional grants that are waiting in the wings are expected to get formal approval sometime in September. Alpine, Mono, Nevada, Placer, Santa Barbara, and Tulare counties are among the latest winners in California’s $2 billion  Last Mile Feder

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #35

VoIP Review

Swansea Bay City Deal Awards Dark Fibre Contract for Enhanced Public Sector Connectivity Swansea Bay City Deal has awarded a dark fibre contract to VMO2 Business, aiming to enhance fibre infrastructure across 36 public sector sites in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot by December 2025. The network upgrade will benefit the Welsh Ambulance Service, local health boards, universities, and local authorities, boosting data speeds and capacity.

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Midco, Ritter mull moves into mobile

Light Reading

Midco and Ritter Communications are in the due diligence phase of a potential move into mobile. Meanwhile, a Breezeline exec shared some lessons learned following the op's recent launch via the NCTC's deals with AT&T and Reach.

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Iliad Breaks into Europe’s Top 5 Telecom Operators

VoIP Review

Iliad has recently announced its ascension to being one of Europe’s top five telecom operators, building on a 10.3% year-on-year revenue increase for the first half of 2024. With nearly 50 million subscribers spread across France, Italy, and Poland, the company has solidified its position as a major player in the market. In France, Iliad posted a 9.6% revenue increase in the first half of 2024.

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India's Jio spells out its AI vision

Light Reading

India's largest service provider expands on its AI focus and gives an update on 5G growth.

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Korean Telcos Unite to Launch Unified Network Open API Standard

VoIP Review

In a significant move towards streamlining digital innovation, South Korea’s leading mobile operators – SK Telecom (SKT) , KT, and LG Uplus – have agreed to establish a unified ‘Network Open API’ standard. This collaboration aims to lower the entry barrier for developers and reduce the time and complexity involved in application development.

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Eurobites: Ukrainian cyberattack dents VEON's H1 earnings

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Nokia responds to Samsung sale reports, plans new fixed-networks R&D center in India; Proximus helps Flobecq get smart.

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Nokia has ‘nothing to announce’ as Samsung rumors swirl

RCR Wireless

Bloomberg reported this week that Samsung is interested in acquiring Nokia’s mobile networks business On Aug. 29 Bloomberg, citing “people with knowledge of the matter,” reported that Nokia is exploring a divestiture of its mobile networks business with Samsung emerging as a potential buyer. In response to market activity seemingly related to this announcement, Nokia […] The post Nokia has ‘nothing to announce’ as Samsung rumors swirl appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Marvell sees 5G sales slump but guides for second-half revival

Light Reading

US chipmaker Marvell, which counts Nokia as its biggest 5G customer, has been hurt by telco spending cuts and inventory build-up.

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FCC to move forward with 5G funds to target investments in rural communities

Blandin on Broadband

The FCC reports … The Federal Communications Commission today announced it had adopted new rules to move forward with targeted investments in the deployment of advanced, 5G mobile wireless broadband services in rural communities. The bipartisan vote on these rules reignites the 5G Fund for Rural America using the FCC’s new and improved broadband coverage map, which shows that millions of homes and businesses lack mobile 5G coverage.