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BSNL Reports Rs 262 Crore Profit in Q3, Marking First Profit Since 2007

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) reported a profit of Rs 262 crore in the third quarter of the financial year,

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Meeting the Moment: Innovation for Unprecedented TimesĀ 

Cisco Wireless

In 2024 and 2025, we built innovations that are both accelerating the pace of AI innovation AND helping our customers adopt and integrate AI into their business safely, securely, and cost-effectively. Read highlights of the announcements made this year's Cisco Live EMEA showing us pushing the envelope further.

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Ericsson, Telstra, and Qualcomm shatter 5G uplink speed record

Telecoms Tech News

Ericsson, Telstra, and Qualcomm have set a new uplink speed record, achieving 516 Mbps on a live sub-6GHz 5G Standalone (SA) network. This latest accomplishment surpasses the previous milestone of 447 Mbps set in October 2024. Consumer and enterprise demands for reliable and faster uplink capabilities continue to increase. The growing reliance on applications such.

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Vitrifiā€™s cloud technology transforms M&A in fibre broadband market

Total Telecom

Insight Vitrifi, an autonomic networking company, is changing how mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are managed in the fibre broadband industry. Its vendor-neutral, cloud-based platform enables networks to integrate efficiently, reducing the complexity and cost of consolidation. Accelerating fibre market integration Merging network assets after an acquisition is often slow, expensive and technically difficult due to incompatible systems.

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Ericsson and Mobily to collaborate on autonomous network tech

Developing Telecoms

Ericsson announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabian telco Etihad Etisalat (a.k.a. Mobily) to explore technologies to develop intent-driven autonomous networks using AI and automation.

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Cisco Learning Promotes AI Readiness with AI Learning Journey and New Certifications

Cisco Wireless

Our new AI Infrastructure learning path covers the entire AI learning continuum, from entry level to expert. By following this learning path, built with a focus on multi-vendor deployments, professionals will gain the AI infrastructure skills needed to move their organizations and their careers forward.

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Aduna partners with Sinch to advance global network APIs

Telecoms Tech News

Aduna, a venture established by leading telecom operators and Ericsson, is partnering with Sinch to accelerate the global implementation and accessibility of network APIs. Aduna debuted in September 2024 with the mission of simplifying global access to network APIs. Its vision is to enable new applications that function seamlessly across any network, driving faster innovation.

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How agency banking is transforming financial access in developing countries

Developing Telecoms

The journey toward financial inclusion begins with trust. For individuals unfamiliar with formal financial systems, having low-cost and reliable ways to deposit and withdraw money cash-in, cash-out (CICO) services is essential. These accessible solutions build confidence, encouraging people to store money in digital formats and explore other financial tools.

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Maximizing Impact with the Cisco 360 Partner Program Value Index

Cisco Wireless

By leveraging the Cisco Partner Value Index, partners gain exclusive benefits, enhancing their ability to deliver innovative solutions in security and networking, driving long-term success and impactful customer results.

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EE brings 5G SA to Wembley StadiumĀ 

Total Telecom

News The upgrade is part of EEs ongoing efforts to improve connectivity at Wembley Stadium after a recently renewed partnership between EE and Wembley Wembley Stadium is now the first sports venue in the UK to have its own dedicated 5G standalone (SA) network, following an upgrade by mobile network operator EE. The development puts Wembley ahead of other major UK sporting venues like Twickenham, the Principality Stadium, and Wimbledon in terms of mobile connectivity.

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Airtel Awards Nokia with Contract to Expand 5G FWA

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has awarded Nokia with a fresh contract for expanding the presence of 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) in India.

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Cellcard to upgrade fibre network to XGS-PON with Nokia gear

Developing Telecoms

Nokia announced on Thursday that it has signed a deal with Cambodian telco CamGSM a.k.a. Cellcard to migrate its fibre access network from GPON to XGS-PON, which could boost speeds for its broadband customers as high as 10 Gbps.

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Future Proofing the Workplace in the age of AI

Cisco Wireless

Weve made our mission at Cisco clear: we are simplifying IT everywhere, for businesses of all sizes. We are constantly innovating to help IT teams lead through the AI era, not just react to it. Learn how we're empowering tomorrows workplaces today with these latest products and solutions.

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UK space race heats up as Amazon wins UK MoD satellite contractĀ 

Total Telecom

News Amazons satellite arm, Project Kuiper, has secured a deal with the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) worth 670,000 The consultancy deal will see Amazon study the potential use of “translator” satellites to facilitate communications between military, government, and private satellites as well as between allied nations. This technology, which is also being explored by the US Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), aims to improve communication between military, government,

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DoT to Deactivate 27 Lakh SIM Cards in Bihar: Report

Telecom Talk

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is planning to disconnect over 27 lakh SIM cards.

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STC and AWS to boost Saudi Arabiaā€™s cloud and AI infrastructure

Developing Telecoms

Saudi Arabias STC Group announced it has signed a collaboration deal with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate deployment of cloud-based services and AI infrastructure in the country.

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Navigating the Convergence of NOC and SOC for Cisco Managed Services Providers

Cisco Wireless

In the evolving landscape of managed services, Cisco Managed Services providers are increasingly looking to expand their offerings by integrating Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities with their existing Network Operations Center (NOC) services.

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T-Mobile expands Starlink beta to AT&T and Verizon

Telecoms Tech News

T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink are working together to eliminate mobile dead zones by bringing satellite connectivity directly to smartphones without requiring any extra hardware. The service is powered by specially-configured satellites orbiting over 200 miles above Earth at speeds exceeding 17,000 miles per hour, delivering cellular signals to areas where traditional tower coverage fails.

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BSNL/MTNL to Get Rs 6000 Crore for 4G Expansion: Report

Telecom Talk

BSNL and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) are set to receive Rs 6000 crore from the government for their 4G network expansion.

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Super Sistem engages APTelecom for Indonesian subsea cable presales

Developing Telecoms

Indonesian operator Super Sistem, which is developing the Indonesian Barat Timur Indonesia (BTI) submarine cable system, has engaged consulting firm APTelecom to engage prospective customers on its behalf to undertake presales for the system.

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T-Mobile expands free Starlink trial to AT&T and Verizon customers

Total Telecom

News The open beta testing phase will allow customers from AT&T and Verizon to also trial the satellite service In a Superbowl commercial last weekend, T-Mobile announced the launch of T-Mobile Starlink, a new satellite-based service that aims to eliminate mobile dead zones in remote areas of the US. The service uses SpaceXs low Earth orbit (LEO) Starlink satellites to provide coverage to areas that terrestrial infrastructure currently does not reach, ensuring US customers have access to con

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RootMetrics awards AT&T, but Verizon and T-Mobile have strengths

Telecoms Tech News

AT&T has asserted its dominance in US mobile network performance, according to RootMetrics awards for the second half of 2024. The telecom giant swept six of eight awards, continuing its run as a favourite for overall reliability and speed. However, competitors T-Mobile and Verizon showcased their own strengthsparticularly in urban speed and accessibility.

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Airtel 2GB Per Day Prepaid Plans With Unlimited 5G Data Are Driving Data Monetisation: CEO

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtels 2GB per day prepaid plans with complimentary Unlimited 5G data are driving data monetisation and boosting ARPU to Rs 245 in Q3FY25.

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Philippines debuts Mastercardā€™s AI-based financial crime prevention system

Developing Telecoms

Payment giant Mastercard has officially announced the launch of TRACE (Trace Financial Crime) in the Asia Pacific region. Described as a sophisticated network-level solution that harnesses artificial intelligence to identify and prevent money laundering and financial crime, it has begun its rollout in the Philippines.

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French energy giant EDF offers up land for data centre projects

Total Telecom

News Four sites have been identified by the utility company, with two more targeted by 2026 Frances state-owned utility company Electricite de France (EDF) says it has identified four locations on its land that could be ideal for data centre deployment. The energy giant says each site could host a data centre campus with 2GW of capacity, with the benefit of already being connected to the electricity grid. “For digital companies who wish to do so, EDF will also offer personalized support fo

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Cisco Automation Developer Days 2025

Cisco Wireless

Empowering Automation Developers, Elevating Solutions Automation Developer Days is back in Stockholm, May 2022, 2025! Register Now! Automation Developer Days is the go-to event for network automation practitioners. Here, you can learn about the latest innovations, connect with experts, and sharpen your skills in a rapidly evolving field.

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Airtel Fully Ready With 5G SA FWA, Can Launch When Required: CEO

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has completed testing for its 5G Standalone (SA) Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solution and is ready to activate it anytime.

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Saudiā€™s Aramco advances digital transformation plans with AMD and Qualcomm

Developing Telecoms

Aramco, the giant Saudi Arabian integrated energy and chemical company, has been in the telecoms news recently after the announcement of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AMD and handset innovation with Qualcomm.

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Globe harnesses AI to drive operational efficiency

Total Telecom

As enterprises increasingly adopt advanced GenerativeAI(GenAI) for security andefficiency,Globeis making notable progress in integrating this technology to streamline operations, optimize network performance, and elevate customer service. A GSMA outlook for 2025 showed that telco operators around the world are looking toAIin driving business objectives, including better customer experience and enhancing financial performance.

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Redefine Your Data Center with New Cisco N9300 Series Smart Switch Innovations

Cisco Wireless

Cisco announces Cisco N9300 Series Smart Switches with embedded DPUs that integrate stateful services into the data center fabric at scale for greater simplicity, increased service throughput, and cost efficiency.

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BSNLā€™s Rs 345 Plan Offers 60 Days of Validity with Calling and Data

Telecom Talk

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run Indian telecom operator, offers customers a Rs 345 prepaid plan for 60 days.

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Iron Mountain to invest in Ooredooā€™s MENA data centre business

Developing Telecoms

Qatar-based telco Ooredoo Group announced on Thursday that US information management services company Iron Mountain has agreed to take a minority equity stake in Ooredoos carrier-neutral data centre company, MENA Digital Hub.

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Bridging AI and global connectivity: The rise of hybrid cable landing stations and the shift beyond hyperscalers

Total Telecom

Contributed Article by Tim Parker, Chief Growth Officer of Assured Comms The rapid evolution of AI is reshaping data center infrastructure, changing the approach to compute deployment by enterprises and cloud providers. Driven by traditional hyperscalers with large-scale training clusters, emerging efficiency gains are shifting demand toward smaller, more distributed inference deployments.

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Cisco and Wiz Collaborate to Enhance Cloud Security: Tackling AI-Generating Threats in Complex IT Infrastructures

Cisco Wireless

Cisco is collaborating with Wiz. Together, they aim to improve cloud security for enterprises grappling with AI-generated threats in intricate IT landscapes.

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Viā€™s 5G Launch Timeline Confirmed, What You Should Know

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest telecom operator in India, has given us a brief timeline of its 5G launch.

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Tawal to support comms for entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia

Developing Telecoms

Tawal, a leading Saudi telecommunications and IT infrastructure company, has entered into a strategic agreement with Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), part of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), a wholly owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) entity that develops and operates entertainment destinations.

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China Telecom announces early completion of Asia Direct Cable projectĀ 

Total Telecom

News The Asia Direct Cable (ADC) system is now fully operational, two months ahead of schedule The ADC, developed by a consortium of companies including China Telecom, China Unicom, Singtel, SoftBank, Tata Communications, and Viettel, is the first new submarine cable introduced in the Asia-Pacific in over eight years. The cable spans approximately 10,000km, connecting China, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam, and has a capacity of over 160 Tbps.

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