BSNL Launches Satellite-to-Device Service in India
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
BSNL, in collaboration with Viasat, launches India’s first satellite-to-device service, marking a new era of connectivity for India’s remotest regions.
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Starlink’s race for space
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Starlink’s ascension has made waves in the satellite sector across the last year – in particular, the number of operating licences it has snapped up in emerging markets feels like the satellite equivalent of a land-grab.
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What Do Jio, Airtel, and Vi Really Want from Govt
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi), the three private telecom operators in India have plenty of demands from the Indian government.
Viettel launches Qualcomm-powered Open RAN 5G on its network
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Vietnamese telco Viettel announced on Wednesday it has commercially launched Open RAN 5G on its network using its in-house gNodeB solution developed in partnership with Qualcomm.
SoftBank and NVIDIA collaborate on AI-RAN technology
Telecoms Tech News
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
SoftBank, in collaboration with NVIDIA, has created an artificial intelligence radio access network (AI-RAN) that can simultaneously handle AI and 5G workloads. The telecoms industry has largely embraced this new infrastructure, recognising its potential to optimise network functions and drive new revenue streams. A demo carried out in Japan’s Kanagawa prefecture showcased SoftBank’s AI-RAN solution, Read more » The post SoftBank and NVIDIA collaborate on AI-RAN technology appeared fi
Cirion announces SAC-2, a new US-Latin America subsea route
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Cirion Technologies, a digital infrastructure and technology provider in Latin America, today announced what it describes as a new, wholly diverse and resilient Atlantic subsea route expanding fibre connectivity between Latin America and North America. It’s called the South American Crossing-2 (SAC-2) Route.
Nokia acquires Rapid in API boost
Total Telecom
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
News No financial details of the deal will be disclosed, Nokia said Nokia has announced its acquisition of technology assets from Rapid, which includes the world’s largest API hub and a skilled research and development team. This acquisition marks a major step in Nokia’s plan to grow its network API offerings, aiming to support a wider ecosystem of telecom operators, software providers, and cloud giants to unlock the potential of 5G and 4G networks.
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Malwarebytes acquires Swedish VPN provider AzireVPN to boost privacy features
Telecoms Tech News
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Malwarebytes has acquired Swedish VPN provider AzireVPN, expanding its privacy-focused product portfolio. The deal, announced on November 7, integrates AzireVPN’s server infrastructure and privacy technologies into Malwarebytes’ suite of consumer-focused security tools. The deal’s financial terms were not disclosed The acquisition marks an expansion of Malwarebytes’ privacy offerings, which include Malwarebytes Privacy VPN and the free.
OADC announces collaborative digital platform and AI-ready data centre solution
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Data centre company Open Access Data Centres (OADC) has had a busy few days, most notably with the announcement of the imminent launch of Open Access Fabric (OAfabric), which is described as a truly open-access and collaborative digital platform that promises to redefine African interconnection.
Swisscom–Vodafone Italia deal gets green light from Italian authorities
Total Telecom
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
News The deal was first announced in March This week, Vodafone Italia’s sale to Swisscom has been approved by the Italian communication authority AGCOM, Swisscom has confirmed. “The transaction is still subject to two other regulatory approvals, including that of the Italian Competition Authority (Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato, AGCM).
Empyrion enters Thai market with data centre plans for Bangkok
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Digital infrastructure platform Empyrion Digital has announced its strategic expansion into Thailand to develop a minimum 12MW (IT load) edge co-location data centre in Bangkok. It’s Empyrion Digital’s first major investment in Southeast Asia following its establishment in Singapore in 2021.
Red Hat to Acquire Neural Magic to Drive Gen AI Across Hybrid Cloud Environments
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Red Hat is set to acquire Neural Magic, enhancing its open-source AI portfolio to deliver cost-effective, high-performance generative AI across hybrid cloud environments.
WIOCC and e& team up to target African hyperscalers
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
UAE-based operator Etisalat by e& and Mauritius-based digital infrastructure provider WIOCC say they have formed a strategic partnership to integrate their subsea networks to accelerate growth of Africa’s hyperscaler ecosystem.
Islalink Achieves 800Gbps Transmission Speed Over IONIAN Submarine Cable
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Islalink and Nokia have successfully tested Nokia’s sixth-generation Photonic Service Engine (PSE-6s) over an unrepeated 330 km submarine cable connecting
LINX to launch new IXPs in Ghana and Kenya
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) announced this week it will be expanding its interconnection footprint in Africa early next year with a new internet exchange point (IXP) in Ghana and its second IXP in Kenya.
Equinix Signs Renewable Energy PPA with CleanMax to Power Mumbai Data Centers
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Equinix signs its first Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in India with CleanMax to build a renewable energy plant in Maharashtra, powering Mumbai data centers.
Orange Liberia: Empowering Rural Liberia Through Digital Inclusion
Developing Telecoms
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Jean Marius Yao, CEO of Orange Liberia, discusses the company's ambitious initiative to bridge the digital divide in rural Liberia.
Russian Telecom Operators Expect Significant Tariff Hike in 2025: Report
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
A recent survey reveals that 95 percent of Russian telecom operators expect tariff hikes in 2025, driven by rising costs, equipment shortages, and inflation.
Gen AI means consumers willing pay more for 5G connectivity – Ericsson
telecoms.com
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Generative AI is helping to drive consumer interest in paying more for high-quality connectivity, which should be good news for telecoms operators keen to generate returns on hefty 5G investments.
Accenture Invests in 1910 Genetics to Accelerate AI-Driven Drug Discovery
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Accenture recently announced an investment in biotech firm 1910 Genetics (1910) through Accenture Ventures, strengthening its focus on AI-powered drug
DirecTV will scuttle Dish deal if debt issue is not resolved
Light Reading
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
DirecTV confirmed it will terminate its acquisition of EchoStar's Dish Network pay-TV business by midnight November 22 if Dish's bondholders do not agree to a debt exchange.
Apple’s Dividend Payout Increases from India, iPhone Production to Rise as Well
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Apple has seen its business booming in India over the last decade. Apple is looking to shift major iPhone manufacturing capacity to India and Vietnam.
LG Uplus tests energy efficiency tech for 6G networks
RCR Wireless
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
LG Uplus said this test was carried out in collaboration with Infinera and Juniper Networks Korean telco LG Uplus said it recently tested the All-Photonic Transport Network, which is a key technology designed to reduce power consumption in the era of future 6G networks. The demonstration, which was carried out in collaboration with global telecom […] The post LG Uplus tests energy efficiency tech for 6G networks appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
Vodafone Idea Revamps the Benefit of Rs 23 Plan
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator, has silently revamped the benefits of the Rs 23 prepaid plan.
BEAD Director Optimistic About Participation, More Guidance Coming
Broadband Breakfast
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2024 – Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Director Evan Feinman is pleased with the program’s participation as states begin fielding grant applications, he said Wednesday. “In states that have already begun making provisional subgrants, we’re seeing extraordinarily high participation. Very, very comprehensive projects are being proposed,” said Feinman, BEAD program director at the National Telecommunications and Information Administra
Verizon Activates New FWA Lines in Portland Region
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Verizon Business said it has activated more than 740 new Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) lines with the Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation
SoftBank, NVIDIA deepen AI RAN ties
RCR Wireless
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Telco networks that run AI and 5G workloads at the same time are referred to as AI-RAN NVIDIA and SoftBank Corp. have announced several AI tie-ups at the NVIDIA AI Summit taking place this week in Japan. Most notably, the Japanese company said it has successfully piloted the world’s first combined AI and 5G telecom […] The post SoftBank, NVIDIA deepen AI RAN ties appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
GSMA Stresses the Need for OTT Players to Contribute Fairly: Report
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
GSMA’s Mats Granryd emphasises 5G monetisation, OTT contributions, and spectrum allocation to meet the growing demand for mobile data.
Eurobites: Vodafone, AMD join forces on beefed-up basestations
Light Reading
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: GenAI apps drive demand for differentiated connectivity; Nokia and Islalink claim 800G breakthrough; AGCOM clears Swisscom-Vodafone Italia deal.
AI Demand Won’t Cause Global Chip Shortage, Says Qualcomm CEO: Report
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon reassured that the artificial intelligence (AI) boom will not trigger a global chip shortage similar to
DoD sets private 5G strategy – for ‘asymmetric warfighter advantage’
RCR Wireless
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The US Department of Defense (DoD) has issued a strategy document to outline its requirements for private 5G at military installations. It recognizes the value of private 5G at its operations bases, as a complement to commercial public 5G for general-purpose broadband, to bring flexibility to its infrastructure – to support a definitive vision about […] The post DoD sets private 5G strategy – for ‘asymmetric warfighter advantage’ appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
Vivo Y300 India Launch Details, Vivo X200 Coming Soon
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Vivo, one of the largest smartphone players in the Indian market, is set to launch a new affordable mid-range phone Vivo Y300.
Zain KSA secures new spectrum to expand 5G SA services
RCR Wireless
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Zain is in the process of launching 5G-Advanced technology in Saudi Arabia Saudi telco Zain KSA has announced the acquisition of new spectrum in the 600 MHz band with the aim of boosting its 5G Standalone (5G SA) mobile services. The telco secured the new frequencies in a recent spectrum auction conducted by the Communications, […] The post Zain KSA secures new spectrum to expand 5G SA services appeared first on RCR Wireless News.
AI-Driven Transformation to Add 33.9 Million Jobs to India’s Workforce by 2028: Report
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
With AI-driven transformation, India’s workforce is set to grow by 33.89 million, from 423.73 million in 2023 to 457.
SoftBank says its AI-RAN will make base stations ‘AI revenue producing assets’
telecoms.com
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Japanese telco SoftBank has trialled its Nvidia powered AI-RAN tech, which it says can transform ‘base stations from cost centres into AI revenue-producing assets.
Vodafone Idea Reports Rs 7,176 Crore Loss in Q2, ARPU at Rs 166
Telecom Talk
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Vodafone Idea's Q2 FY25 results show a net loss of Rs 7,176 crore, with improved ARPU and continued 4G expansion.
Test and Measurement: Ahead of holiday travel, Ookla tests airport connectivity
RCR Wireless
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Should you choose mobile or Wi-Fi to get the fastest airport connectivity? Ookla gives a breakdown on speeds. If you’re traveling via San Jose’s Norman Mineta International Airport this holiday season, you’re passing through the airport with the fastest free Wi-Fi speeds in the country, per recent analysis of airport connectivity from Ookla.
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