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BSNL Floats Tender for 5G Rollout Across 1,876 Sites in Delhi: Report

Telecom Talk

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reportedly issued a tender, inviting original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to deploy indigenous 5G

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BT says Labour’s budget will cost company £100m 

Total Telecom

News Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ recently announced budget is set to hike up BT’s costs as a result of national insurance payment increases BT released its financial results for the half year ending on 30 September 2024 this week, which showed a mixed bag of developments in a challenging economic landscape. The UK incumbent reported a 3% decline in revenue, primarily driven by issues in non-UK operations and a competitive retail environment.

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Telecom Egypt and ASN land Red Sea segment of Africa-1 cable

Developing Telecoms

Telecom Egypt and Alcatel Submarine Networks (ASN) announced on Wednesday they have successfully landed the Africa-1 subsea cable system at the first of two planned landing points in Egypt.

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Elisa and Nokia conduct Europe’s first 100G PON trial

Telecoms Tech News

Elisa has revealed plans to deploy Nokia’s Lightspan MF solution for Europe’s first 100G PON trial. Elisa’s deployment of Nokia’s fibre solution will position it as Europe’s first provider to exhibit 25G, 50G, and 100G Passive Optical Network (PON) services. This initiative emphasises the broadband speeds Elisa intends to achieve across its existing fibre network.

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BSNL Deploys 20 New/Upgraded 4G Towers in Ladakh and Border Areas

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run Indian telecom operator has announced that it has deployed 20 new/upgraded 4G towers

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Freedom Fibre and Zen Internet ink network sharing deal 

Total Telecom

News The partnership will expand connectivity options for businesses in the North-West and West Midlands Freedom Fibre has teamed up with Zen Internet to deliver full-fibre ethernet to thousands of businesses across the North-West and West Midlands. Using Freedom Fibre’s XGS-PON network, Zen will be able to provide businesses with high-speed ethernet and broadband options.

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Social media access blocked in Mozambique and Mauritius

Developing Telecoms

Governments in Mozambique and Mauritius have reportedly shut down access to social media and messaging sites, as Mozambique deals with election protests while Mauritius is trying to control the fallout of an alleged wiretapping scandal.

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BSNL Deploys 1111 BTS in Bihar Under 4G Saturation Project

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom operator, has deployed 1111 base transceiver stations (BTS) in Bihar under the 4G saturation project.

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ADN unleashes new momentum for networks with intelligence

Total Telecom

Viewpoint [Bangkok, Thailand, November 5, 2024] TM Forum, a leading authority in the ICT industry, successfully hosted the Innovate Asia 2024. There, Dr. Philip (Xiaodi) Song, Chief Marketing Officer for Huawei Carrier Business, delivered a keynote speech titled “ADN Unleashes New Momentum for Networks with Intelligence.” He shared details about Huawei’s innovative AI Copilot and Agent applications, designed to help communications service providers (CSPs) evolve towards Autonom

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GCash, Thunes streamline remittances from UK, Europe to Philippines

Developing Telecoms

Global payment infrastructure provider Thunes said on Tuesday it has expanded its collaboration with Philippine mobile payments platform GCash to enables users to top up their wallet balances directly within the app using funds from UK and European bank accounts.

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UK armed forces expand capabilities with Juno satellite

Telecoms Tech News

UK armed forces will have access to new Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities following a contract for a satellite named Juno. The £40 million project is being spearheaded by Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL). The initiative promises to support approximately 200 skilled jobs, providing a welcome boost to the UK’s space sector and contributing.

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BSNL Live TV Launch Details and More

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom operator, is launching BSNL Live TV service commercially soon.

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AT&T and lamppost EV charging start-up are bringing curb side charging to Detroit

Total Telecom

News This article was originally published by Grace Dawes for Movemnt Telecoms service giant AT&T has partnered with lamppost electric vehicle (EV) charging start-up Voltpost to provide IoT connectivity to EV charging posts across Michigan and the Metro-Detroit area. Voltpost operates by retrofitting lampposts into a modular EV charging platform, providing connected charging infrastructure in cities and companies as well as scalable curbside and parking lot charging.

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Sateliot and UNESCO collaborate on STEM project in Latin America

Developing Telecoms

Satellite operator Sateliot, which says it is the first company to operate a constellation of 5G NB-IoT satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO), has formalised a collaboration agreement with UNESCO Santiago, the regional office for Latin America and the Caribbean of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.

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Sub-Saharan Africa mobile industry to contribute $170B to GDP

Telecoms Tech News

The mobile industry in Sub-Saharan Africa, a critical driver of digitalisation, is projected to boost its contribution to the region’s GDP from $140 billion in 2023 to $170 billion by 2030. This growth – unveiled in the GSMA’s Mobile Economy Sub-Saharan Africa 2024 report – underscores the vital role mobile technology plays in advancing development.

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India to Allocate Satellite Broadband Spectrum, TRAI to Set Pricing: Report

Telecom Talk

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that spectrum for satellite broadband will be allocated rather than auctioned, contrary to the requests

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Telecom Acquisitions and KCOM sign strategic partnership 

Total Telecom

News The agreement is set to come into effect on November 19 Telecom Acquisitions Limited (TAL) has announced the signing of a wholesale partnership with KCOM, the main broadband provider in Hull, East Yorkshire, and North Lincolnshire. Through the deal, TAL’s Eclipse Broadband brand will now offer services on KCOM’s expanded fibre network in these areas.

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New EdgeUno fibre optic route to connect Chile and Argentina

Developing Telecoms

Latin American IP transit and connectivity provider EdgeUno has announced a new fibre optic route connecting Santiago de Chile and Buenos Aires in Argentina.

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CMA gives provisional approval to Vodafone-Three merger

Telecoms Tech News

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally approved the proposed merger between Vodafone and Three, subject to legally binding commitments and consumer protections. Industry analysts suggest this marks a crucial milestone for the deal. “Vodafone and Three can tentatively order in the champagne as their blockbuster UK joint venture appeared to take another big.

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Nokia and Lenovo Partner to Develop AI-Driven Data Center Solutions

Telecom Talk

Nokia and Lenovo have announced a strategic partnership to develop advanced data center networking solutions, integrating AI-ready servers and network automation platforms.

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Globalstar lands $1.1 billion deal with Apple for expanded satellite network 

Total Telecom

News Apple’s investment is set to boost Globalstar’s network expansion for enhanced satellite services Globalstar has expanded its partnership with Apple, in signing an updated agreement to deliver enhanced satellite services through a new mobile satellite network (MSS), according to a recent regulatory filing. The upgraded network will feature a fresh satellite constellation, expanded global ground infrastructure, and additional satellite service licensing to support Apple’s connectivity ne

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Nigerian MVNO boost brings WTL and MCX together

Developing Telecoms

While Nigerian plans to open up the market to many new MVNOs are not necessarily guaranteed success, they have certainly been good for Wireless Technology Labs (WTL), which recently announced that it had been chosen by MobileCoreX Ltd (MCX), a Nigerian mobile virtual network enabler (MVNE), to spearhead the development of the country’s first mobile virtual network.

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Helium, Xnet pivot from CBRS to Wi-Fi

Light Reading

Decentralized wireless players Helium and Xnet previously pursued networks in 3.5GHz CBRS spectrum. Now, they're shifting their efforts to Passpoint powered Wi-Fi.

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TRAI Releases Consultation Paper on Broadcasting Service Authorisations Under New Telecom Act

Telecom Talk

TRAI releases a Consultation Paper proposing a standardised authorisation framework for broadcasting services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023.

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Indosat accelerates monetization efforts and streamlines time-to-market with Ericsson

Total Telecom

Press Release Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Ericsson proudly announce the successful deployment of the world’s first full-stack Digital Monetization Platform (DMP), marking a significant milestone in Indonesia’s digital transformation journey for telecommunications. This collaboration aligns with Indosat’s larger purpose of empowering Indonesia by raising digital telecommunication standards, supporting economic growth, and enabling real-time monetization and flexible service development to

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Injunction filed against Mozambique telcos over mobile internet curfews

Developing Telecoms

Several civil society organisations in Mozambique have reportedly filed an injunction against mobile operators TMcel, Vodacom and Movitel over ongoing mobile internet shutdowns and blocked access to social media and messaging sites.

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Kagan: How AI is transforming wireless influencer marketing

RCR Wireless

We are told artificial intelligence is impacting every industry. That also means AI is affecting influencer marketing. So, let us take a closer look at this cottage industry and what this means to you and your company. Let’s look at how AI is starting to transform this sector and how you can stay ahead of […] The post Kagan: How AI is transforming wireless influencer marketing appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Vodafone Idea Brings Back Rs 719 Prepaid Plan

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in India, has brought back its Rs 719 prepaid plan.

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Vodafone Spain and Telefonica complete FibreCo deal 

Total Telecom

News The plan was first announced back in July, two months after Zegona acquired Vodafone Spain for €5 billion Zegona Communications, owner of Vodafone Spain, has announced it has signed a binding contract with Telefonica to launch a new Spanish fibre company. The new FibreCo will cover 3.6 million premises across the country, and provide fibre access for 1.4 million Vodafone and Telefonica customers.

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Nxtra to deploy AI in data centre operations to improve efficiency

Developing Telecoms

Bharti Airtel’s data centre arm Nxtra says it is deploying AI in its data centres to improve operations and power consumption, and also claims to be the first data centre operator in India to do so.

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Huawei's Harmony OS has its work cut out

Light Reading

Most of the purported 15,000 apps on Huawei's HarmonyOS offer limited functionality.

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Nokia and Dixon Technologies Partner to Manufacture 5G FWA Devices in India

Telecom Talk

Dixon’s subsidiary, Dixon Electro Appliances Private Limited (Dixon Electro), has entered into an agreement with Nokia Solutions and Networks OY

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CMA set to approve Vodafone–Three merger 

Total Telecom

News Network upgrades and price protections have been proposed by the CMA to keep the market competitive The Competition and Markets Authority has given the Vodafone–Three merger the provisional green light, if both companies commit to major network upgrades and customer protections, according to a new press released published this week. Back in September, the CMA had released its provisional findings, which raised concerns that the deal could lead to higher prices and reduced service qual

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Telecom leaders discuss 5.5G future roadmap at MBBF 2024 in Istanbul

Developing Telecoms

At the Global Mobile Broadband Forum 2024 (MBBF 2024) in Istanbul, an exclusive ELITE FWA Club Media Roundtable discussed the potential for Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and 5.5G, which is also referred to as 5G-Advanced or 5G-A technologies across the GCC.

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Malaysian government shocks by handing second 5G network to U Mobile

Light Reading

Malaysian regulator MCMC awards second 5G network to U Mobile in a surprising move without offering explanation.

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Airtel CEO Hints at New Structure for Mobile Tariffs to Take ARPU Up

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel's CEO, Gopal Vittal, has hinted at a new tariff structure that the telco wants to move towards in the future.

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Connexin completes first stage of significant Project Gigabit contract

Total Telecom

Press Release Lightning-fast broadband on schedule to hit rural Nottinghamshire and West Lincolnshire by 2025 5th November 2024 – UK-based smart technology and digital provider  Connexin  has successfully completed the first stage of its Project Gigabit contract for the provision of hyperfast broadband to over 34,000 rural homes in Nottinghamshire and West Lincolnshire.