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BSNL Partners with Skypro to Launch Nationwide IPTV Service

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has teamed up with IPTV service provider Skypro to offer television and internet services to its FTTH subscribers across India.

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TFL announces full 4G coverage on London’s Elizabeth Line 

Total Telecom

News The milestone means passengers traveling through central London stations can enjoy reliable 4G coverage on their journeys Transport for London (TFL) and neutral host provider Boldyn Networks have completed the rollout of high-speed mobile coverage across the entire Elizabeth Line. This marks another step in TfL’s ongoing efforts to improve connectivity across London’s transport system.

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Nokia and Ooredoo Oman plan transformative DWDM network

Developing Telecoms

A partnership between tech giant Nokia and service provider Ooredoo Oman claims that it will do nothing less than transform the nation’s connectivity via the deployment of a state-of-the-art dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) wholesale network.

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NCSC Chief: UK must act to counter growing cybersecurity threats

Telecoms Tech News

Dr Richard Horne, CEO of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), has issued a stark warning about the growing cybersecurity threats facing the UK. In his first review since taking the helm, Horne emphasised that the UK finds itself in a “contest for cyberspace” between legitimate users and malicious actors seeking to exploit digital dependencies.

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Vodafone Idea Tops 4G Network Experience in India: Opensignal

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea (Vi), India’s third-largest wireless operator, has been named the top operator for 4G network performance in the country,

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du launches Innovation Centre in Dubai, pioneering in 5G-A development 

Total Telecom

Insight The operator says the new 5G-A Innovation Centre will allow the company to develop “innovative applications that meet the diverse needs of customer The UAE-based operator du has announced the launch of a new 5G-Advanced (5G-A) Commercial Innovation Centre, aimed at exploring how the capabilities of 5G-A can create innovative new services. The Innovation Centre, based in Dubai, will work to develop new services in the consumer, home, and enterprise segments, leveraging 5G-A’s improved c

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IOH taps Nokia for 4G/5G expansion in Indonesia

Developing Telecoms

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) has signed a two-year extension with Nokia to expand its 4G and 5G network across Indonesia.

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BSNL to Upgrade 2910 2G/3G Towers in Gujarat to 4G: Minister

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has said that it will upgrade 2910 existing 2G/3G towers in Gujarat to 4G.

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US-China trade war flares as both sides introduce new chip tech restrictions

Total Telecom

News New US export controls on semiconductor technology this week have been met immediately by retaliatory measures from China This week has seen the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) ramp up controls on its tech exports to China, particularly those related to the manufacture of semiconductors. The additional restrictions cover 24 types of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and three types of software tools for developing or producing semiconductors.

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Apple to open $1Bn factory in Indonesia to lift iPhone ban

Developing Telecoms

Apple plans to open its first manufacturing facility in Indonesia, according to the Minister of Investment, marking a move that could lift the ban on the sale of the iPhone 16.

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WBA updates residential Wi-Fi management framework

Telecoms Tech News

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) has released an updated framework for residential Wi-Fi network management. The updated “Operator Managed Wi-Fi (OMWi): Reference Architecture and Requirements” technical report introduces enhanced specifications and includes open-source implementations from partners including the prpl Foundation and RDK-B.

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Ministry of Communications Emphasises India’s Role in Submarine Cable Infrastructure

Telecom Talk

Submarine telecommunication cables are the backbone of global communication, carrying approximately 99 percent of internet traffic and supporting critical services.

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CMA finally approves Vodafone–Three merger  

Total Telecom

News Today’s decision marks the culmination of an 18-month review process and paves the way for the creation of a new mobile market leader in the UK The Competition and Market’s Authority (CMA) has today approved the £15 billion merger of Vodafone and Three, which will create the country’s largest mobile operator. The combined business will have around 29 million mobile customers, topping previous market leader EE’s roughly 25 million.

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Nokia SVP highlights 5G FWA, NaaS potential in Africa

Developing Telecoms

Mikko Lavanti, Nokia’s Senior Vice President for the Middle East and Africa, sees significant growth potential for operators in Africa as 5G-powered Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gains momentum across the continent.

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Lighting up Bristol: Lamppost small cells boost connectivity

Telecoms Tech News

Virgin Media O2 and Cellnex have partnered with Bristol City Council to boost connectivity in the city using lamppost-mounted small cells. Cellnex has started installing small cells on existing infrastructure like lampposts. Facilitated by Virgin Media O2, the small cells promise to not only enhance mobile connectivity and capacity, but also to support digital inclusion.

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Airtel Shuts Down Wynk Music: Answering Your Most Common Questions

Telecom Talk

Airtel has officially shut down Wynk Music, transitioning to Apple Music for a better music streaming experience. Get answers to your FAQs.

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IoH and Nokia team up for Indonesian 4G and 5G expansion 

Total Telecom

News The new equipment deal will support Indosats ongoing rollout of mobile technology across the nation Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) has announced a new partnership with Nokia to expand its 4G and 5G networks across Indonesia. The collaboration will see IOH deploy Nokias advanced multiband radio technology and baseband solutions to improve network coverage and service quality in key regions.

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Kyivstar partners with AWS to launch GenAI lab for enterprises

Developing Telecoms

Veon-owned Ukrainian telco Kyivstar said on Monday it has launched a generative AI (GenAI) lab in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help local enterprises adopt GenAI to improve their business processes.

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Industry reacts to CMA clearing Vodafone and Three merger

Telecoms Tech News

The UK telecoms sector is set for a seismic shift following the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) decision to greenlight the merger between Vodafone and Three. The deal – which consolidates two of the country’s four major mobile network operators – is being hailed as a potential game-changer for 5G infrastructure, connectivity innovation, and competition.

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UAE Allocates 600 MHz and 6 GHz Bands for IMT, Prepares for 6G

Telecom Talk

The UAE leads the way in telecommunications by allocating 600 MHz and 6 GHz bands for IMT systems, paving the path for 6G innovation, smart cities, and high-frequency applications like IoT and AI by 2030.

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Vodafone to sell off last remnant of Indus Towers stake

Total Telecom

News The operator says it values its remaining 3% stake at around $330 million This week, Vodafone has announced that it is looking to sell its final 3% stake in Indus Towers, which it values at around $330 million. The sale will be achieved through an accelerated book build offering. Vodafone has been actively seeking to sell down its stake in Indus Towers since 2022, gradually reducing its stake from 28% to 21.5% earlier this year.

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WorldLink and Finnfund partner to boost fibre coverage in Nepal

Developing Telecoms

Development financier and impact investor Finnfund has announced a 10 million euro (about US$10.5 million) equity investment to boost the expansion of a major fibre network in Nepal.

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Can Apple AI crack China’s market without surrendering to local control?

Telecoms Tech News

Attempts by Apple to deploy its AI technology in China have hit regulatory roadblocks, highlighting the growing challenges foreign device manufacturers face in one of the world’s largest telecommunications markets. The Cupertino-based company’s recent struggles underscore a shifting landscape where regulatory compliance increasingly demands collaboration with domestic AI providers.

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BSNL Telangana Announces 4G Core Live

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run Indian telecom operator, has announced that its indigenous 4G core is now live in Telangana.

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One cable to rule them all: Meta’s $10bn plan to build global subsea cable 

Total Telecom

News The company currently has shared ownership of 16 subsea cables worldwide Meta is planning a $10 billion subsea cable project spanning 40,000 kilometres around the world, according to a new report from TechCrunch, citing two confirmed sources close to the company. Known for now as “W” in reference to its shape, this new system will be Meta’s first fully owned global subsea cable, connecting the east coast of the US to South Africa, India, Australia, and ultimately the

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Ericsson bags multi-billion dollar 4G/5G Bharti Airtel deal

Developing Telecoms

Ericsson has secured a multi-billion-dollar deal to supply 4G and 5G equipment and solutions to Indian operator Bharti Airtel, outpacing its rivals.

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A New Approach to Network Troubleshooting in the Multicloud World

Cisco Wireless

The Cisco and AWS integration is a radically new approach to ensuring the availability of modern apps today's multicloud, hybrid environments.

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Wipro, SIAM.AI, and Nvidia Team Up to Build AI-Powered Tourism Assistant for Thailand

Telecom Talk

Wipro, an Indian technology services and consulting company, has partnered with Thailand’s SIAM.

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FCC moves to tighten cybersecurity for telecoms after major hack 

Total Telecom

News The ongoing cyber-attack was first reported in October The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is pushing for stricter cybersecurity rules for telecom providers after what experts are calling the worst hack in US telecommunications history. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel unveiled plans to require carriers to bolster their defenses against cyberattacks, responding to an incident allegedly tied to Chinese state-tied hackers last month The attack, linked to a group known as ̶

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Paradise Mobile taps iBASIS for global reach

Developing Telecoms

Connectivity solutions provider iBASIS announced it was selected as Caribbean-based operator Paradise Mobile’s international gateway partner.

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T-Mobile sets new market cap record for US telecom providers

Light Reading

T-Mobile's market capitalization reached $286 billion last week, passing records previously set by AT&T and Comcast. The development positions T-Mobile well for future market consolidation.

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Viasat Demonstrates Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity in Saudi Arabia

Telecom Talk

Satellite communications company Viasat recently announced that it has successfully demonstrated Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite connectivity in Saudi Arabia, marking a

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Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger announces shock retirement 

Total Telecom

News Gelsinger has spent more than 40 years at the company Intel has announced that CEO Pat Gelsinger has retired. Gelsinger, who also stepped down from Intel’s board of directors, first joined the company in 1979 and became its first chief technology officer in 2005. After spending few years at EMC and almost a decade as CEO of VMware, Gelsinger returned to Intel as CEO in 2021.

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BDC signs renewable energy deal with TNB for new Johor data centre

Developing Telecoms

Southeast Asian data centre operator Bridge Data Centres (BDC) says it has signed an electricity supply agreement (ESA) with Malaysian energy company TNB to supply renewable energy for its planned hyperscale data centre in Johor.

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T-Mobile's direct-to-cell satellite constellation is ready to go

Light Reading

According to SpaceX's Elon Musk, the company's direct-to-cell Starlink satellite constellation 'is now complete.' The next step will be T-Mobile activating the service for its customers.

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BSNL Kerala Users Can Access International Roaming without Changing SIM

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Kerala circle recently confirmed that its customers (exclusively) can access international roaming in the United

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EE airdrops mobile tower into Isle of Skye

Total Telecom

News The new tower is already being used heavily by the local community, with EE calling it “one of the busiest EE mobile sites in the area” This week, EE has announced the deployment of a new mobile tower in the remote Scottish Isle of Skye, having flown it in via helicopter. The new mast, which has been nestled in a forested area to lower its visual impact, now provides 4G coverage to 330,000 square metres of the central and northern parts of the island.

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