Fri.Nov 29, 2024

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Isocel Telecom plans fibre expansion to connect half a million homes

Developing Telecoms

Benin-based broadband provider Isocel Telecom has announced ambitious plans to expand its network to reach up to half a million households, emphasising that fibre is still essential to fill the gaps that mobile connectivity cannot yet address.

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BSNL Ropes in SBI as Payment Gateway Partner

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has roped in SBI (State Bank of India) as the new payment gateway partner.

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ITU, ICPC launch advisory body on submarine cable resilience 

Total Telecom

News The group’s formation is timely, following the high-profile damage to subsea cables in the Baltic Sea earlier this month The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC) have joined forces to create a new advisory group focused on protecting submarine cables. Submarine cables carry over 99% of international data, making them essential for everything from online shopping and financial transactions to digital health services and ed

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Subsea cable repaired after likely sabotage

Telecoms Tech News

Telia Lietuva has announced the repair of a major subsea cable running between Lithuania and Sweden in the Baltic Sea. The damage originally occurred on 17th November, affecting one of three vital communications links between Sweden and Lithuania. Another cable that connects Helsinki, Finland and Rostock, Germany, was also severed on the same day. Investigations.

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BSNL Launches IFTV Services in Punjab Circle

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) already launched intranet fiber TV (IFTV) services in Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

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NamWater and MTC partner to modernise water sector in Namibia

Developing Telecoms

Public utility Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) and mobile network operator and ISP MTC have announced a partnership to modernise Namibia’s water sector through digital innovation – and, importantly in a country where supply is more limited than most, save water.

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New European Commissioners set sights on bloc’s international competitiveness

Total Telecom

News The European parliament has approved Ursula von der Leyen’s selected commissioners for her second term as President of the European Commission Earlier this summer, Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected as President of the European Commission, granting her a second five-year term as head of the European Union’s most powerful institution. Now, this week has seen von der Leyen’s selection of European Commissioners ratified by parliament, setting the stage for a new European regulatory era to beg

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Namibia halts Starlink operations amid licensing dispute  

Total Telecom

News The news comes just days after fellow African nation Chad approved Starlink to begin operations in the country Namibia’s Communications Regulatory Authority (CRAN) has ordered Starlink, the satellite internet provider owned by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, to cease business for operating without license in the country. While Starlink has filed an application for an operating license, the CRAN has yet to grant it, and has cautioned consumers against purchasing or using Starlink equipment.

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Gen AI and Quantum Computing to Generate 10 Lakh Jobs by 2030: Report

Telecom Talk

Emerging technologies like Generative AI and Quantum Computing are projected to generate 10 lakh jobs in India by 2030.

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China Unicom and Huawei showcase 5G-Advanced with new Beijing deployment 

Total Telecom

Partner Article The deployment, which Huawei says is the world’s first ‘large-scale integrated 5G-Advanced intelligent network’, will provide services to over 10 million people in the Chinese capital China Unicom Beijing has deployed a far reaching 5G-Advanced network covering stadiums, schools, scenic areas, metro stations, commercial areas, residential areas, and other facilities in Beijing.

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Vodafone Idea Needs More Funds to Invest in Networks: Fitch

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in the country is in need of more funds if it wants to scale capex (capital expenditure).

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Telecoms survey reveals AI as top investment priority for 2025

telecoms.com

Respondents to Telecoms.com’s Annual Industry Survey 2024 indicate a shift taking place from an AI curiosity position towards integration, while many pick AI, automation, and machine learning as their priority investment area.

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Most Indian CFOs See GenAI Enhancing Tax Efficiency, EY Survey

Telecom Talk

A survey by EY reveals that 94 percent of Indian CFOs and tax leaders believe Generative AI will transform tax and finance operations.

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Azure VMware Solution (AVS)

HCL Tech

Azure VMware Solution (AVS) abhinay.khandelwal Fri, 11/29/2024 - 12:41 Content Group Brochure azurevmwaresolution-brochure.pdf Featured Off Read more breadcrumb-full-wrap Fri, 11/29/2024 - 12:00 Off Achieve digital transformation on cloud Digital Foundation Remodel your business with AVS to migrate VMware workloads for an accelerated digital transformation.

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Telecom Operators Must File Tariffs with TRAI Within 7 Days of Launch

Telecom Talk

Indian telecom operators such as Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea, BSNL, and Bharti Airtel frequently introduce new tariff plans, often tweaking

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Experience Level Agreement: Shifting Emphasis from Services to Outcomes

HCL Tech

Experience Level Agreement: Shifting Emphasis from Services to Outcomes bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 20:07 Imagine going out to one of the fine dining restaurants for a nice meal with your family. You choose a highly recommended place known for their delicious food. You sit down and order. The food arrives and as expected it is delicious. But is that all that contributes towards concluding this as a successful outing?

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G at an UNBELIEVABLE Price in India

Telecom Talk

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra might be the best smartphone deal available for consumers in India at the moment.

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Five Considerations for a Successful IT/OT Convergence Program

HCL Tech

Five Considerations for a Successful IT/OT Convergence Program bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 18:42 Global enterprise manufacturing companies today have embarked on the Industry 4.0 journey to unleash the power of data from their IT, OT, IoT, supply chain (inbound and outbound), production systems, Enterprise/SaaS/LoB (Line of Business Apps), etc., intending to have the right data and insights for the right stakeholders at the right time to make meaningful decisions.

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China sets ambitious goals for its BeiDou satellites

Light Reading

China's version of GPS, BeiDou, is poised to build its next generation of satellites as it sets its sights on more projects at home and abroad that would use its satellite-based technology.

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Compax and AGTR Launch MVNO.SERVICES to Revolutionize Thailand’s Mobile Industry

VoIP Review

Compax Software Development, part of the Compax Digital Group, has collaborated with Thailand’s AGTR Group, to create MVNO.SERVICES. This dynamic partnership aims to transform the mobile service industry in Thailand by providing a comprehensive platform for businesses to operate as mobile virtual network operators ( MVNO ). Leveraging cutting-edge technology from Compax Digital and the AGTR Group’s expertise in MVNO operations, this partnership will introduce a mobile virtual network

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China officials push for 10G optical

Light Reading

National and local governments are driving commercialization of 10G optical in China but struggle to find use cases.

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Fujitsu Unveils AI-Driven Policy Twin for Healthcare Innovation

VoIP Review

Japanese IT giant Fujitsu has unveiled a revolutionary digital twin solution that leverages machine learning and generative AI to simulate the societal effects of healthcare policies initiated by local governments. Dubbed the Policy Twin, this groundbreaking product aims to cut costs and enhance preventive healthcare outcomes. In field trials, Fujitsu’s Policy Twin reportedly identified policy candidates that were able to double cost savings and health improvements.

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From St Paul to Chicago in a driverless car: firsthand observations through a rural broadband lens

Blandin on Broadband

Driverless cars are here. I know because my brother recently bought a 2025 Model Y and we “drove” it from St Paul to Chicago. So many people asked me about the drive, so I thought I’d share here. The car is driverless, but not autonomous, which means he has to pay attention the whole time, but he doesn’t have to touch the steering wheel or accelerator – unless he wants to.

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GTI Expands Global AI Collaboration with New 5G-A Initiatives

VoIP Review

In recent developments, the GTI has begun a global recruitment initiative aimed at propelling its Intelligent RAN, Ubiquitous AI Project. This move was announced during the Global Mobile Broadband Forum in Istanbul. The project’s primary focus is to explore the synergy between 5G -Advanced (5G-A) networks and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, backed by the GTI’s wider 5G-A x AI Development Program, launched earlier in the year with 20 partners at MWC Barcelona.

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Vodafone signs up to Digital Catapult's quantum masterclass

telecoms.com

UK tech incubator Digital Catapult has added Vodafone to the growing ranks of companies hoping to derive some practical benefits from quantum computing.

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Design Considerations For Blockchain Smart Contracts

HCL Tech

Design Considerations For Blockchain Smart Contracts bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 19:13 We live in a dynamic, rapidly changing age where technology-led interventions are the way forward. While there are a lot of technologies floating around, most experts agree that blockchain is going to play a major role in transforming businesses across industries and geographies.

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Paan Singh Tomar: The Untold Story of an Unlikely Rebel

Airtel

When it comes to biopics, Bollywood has a knack for turning real-life stories into cinematic spectacles. Paan Singh Tomar is one such movie that not only captures the essence of its titular character but also delivers a powerful narrative that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Buy Airtel Broadband with exciting benefits! The Man Behind the Legend Paan Singh Tomar is based on the life of the eponymous athlete who represented India in steeplechase events during the 1950s and 1960s.

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Rendezvous – Digitizing Operations of Unified Communications Infrastructure

HCL Tech

Rendezvous – Digitizing Operations of Unified Communications Infrastructure bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 19:41 Unified Communications (UC) empower end-users with rich and effective collaboration capabilities such as chat, voice, data sharing, and video. It has the potential to directly impact productivity and enhance business processes by streamlining how people communicate with each other.

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Bell Bottom: A Rollercoaster Ride Through Time and Espionage

Airtel

Imagine a world where a daring undercover agent can traverse time to save lives and unravel mysteries. That’s precisely the premise of Bell Bottom Movie, a gripping thriller that takes you on a heart-pounding journey filled with espionage, suspense, and unexpected twists. Buy Airtel Broadband with exciting benefits! The Thrilling Plot At the heart of bell bottom movie lies a gripping narrative that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

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The growing need for competency development

HCL Tech

The growing need for competency development bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 17:46 “The only skill that will be important in the 21 st century is the skill of learning new skills. Everything else will become obsolete over time.” This quote from Marketing Guru, Peter Drucker holds true for everyone, including the ones who work in the IT industry. Hiring Versus Training There was a time when people started learning technology as a level-1 administrator.

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From the Heart: Dil Ka Rishta’s Poignant Portrayal of Relationships

Airtel

Love comes in many forms. Dil Ka Rishta, the 2003 Bollywood drama, reminds us of this eternal truth. Directed by Naresh Malhotra, this film is a poignant exploration of the bonds that tie us together – as lovers, as parents and children, as siblings. At its heart, Dil Ka Rishta movie is a story about the enduring power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.

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DevOps Tools and Technologies to Manage Microservices

HCL Tech

DevOps Tools and Technologies to Manage Microservices bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 18:09 Introduction Microservices architecture along with DevOps tools gave a new perspective to software development by the integration of development, management, and operations. In DevOps practice, it can be challenging to know which tools/technologies should be used to manage microservices in your team.

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Main Tera Hero: A Bollywood Masala Movie That’s Pure Entertainment

Airtel

When it comes to masala entertainers, Bollywood knows the formula inside out. Main Tera Hero, directed by David Dhawan, is a prime example of this tried-and-tested genre done right. Released in 2014, this romantic action comedy serves up ample doses of romance, laughs, drama, and over-the-top fun. Buy Airtel Broadband with exciting benefits! The Story: A Hilarious Love Triangle Main Tera Hero revolves around Seenu (Varun Dhawan), a mischievous college student whose life takes a dramatic turn whe

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Dataplex - Intelligent data fabric on Google Cloud Platform

HCL Tech

Dataplex - Intelligent data fabric on Google Cloud Platform bharath_mb Fri, 11/29/2024 - 16:52 Intro of HCLTech and Google Cloud partnership — and announcing partnership on Dataplex. HCLTech and Google have a deep and long-standing relationship, and the Google Business Unit at HCLTech is thriving to accelerate the digital transformation of global organizations by providing solutions to migrate and modernize their data platforms to the Google Cloud Platform.

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Eurobites: Eir fined €2.8M for not playing ball on poles-and-ducts access

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: Nokia bags Cloudbear gig in the Netherlands; damaged Baltic cables back in operation; Vodafone praised for 'conflict minerals' approach.

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Order to Cash (O2C)

HCL Tech

Order to Cash (O2C) m_asif Fri, 11/29/2024 - 13:09 Content Group Brochure hcl-bpo-brochure-bserv.pdf Featured Off Financial Services Download now breadcrumb-full-wrap Wed, 10/29/2014 - 12:00 On Order to Cash (O2C) Digital Process Operations The order-to-cash cycle is crucial for financial health, customer experience, and stakeholder value. Balancing price, cost pressures, and efficiency is key to maintaining a best-in-class cycle.

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STC accepts concessions to raise Telefonica stake to 9.9%

telecoms.com

The Spanish government has given the go-ahead for Saudi Telecom to increase its stake in Telefonica to almost 10%, subject to a series of conditions designed to protect national security.