Telecoms networks and broadband communications
Broadband communications and telecoms networks have been key enablers for the internet revolution and for organisations using the web to deliver new online services. Broadband is key to the UK's economic success and competiveness, and the roll out of superfast, fibre-based networks to deliver the next generation of services has become a political and technological issue, especially for rural networks on the wrong side of the digital divide. We analyse the implications and opportunities for IT managers as broadband adoption continues to grow.
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News
10 Jun 2024
Telenor IoT launches testing facility for internet-connected tech
Nordic operator announces initial work being undertaken at its recently opened internet of things test lab, aiming to help customers understand how their connected IoT products behave before deployment Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2024
Neutral internet sites account for 70% of leading 50 US exchanges
Study reveals steady transformation over the past decade in the way networks choose to interconnect with neutral IX models operated by a neutral third party rather than by datacentre operator or carrier Continue Reading
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14 Jun 2024
Decision-makers less confident in network investment
Research finds nearly nine in 10 of those responsible for network buying are less confident in investments, and two-thirds believe network technology’s rapid advancements hinder decision-making Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
General election 2024: Labour promises to boost digital infrastructure
The Labour Party manifesto for the UK general election promises a new industrial strategy and an overhaul of planning rules to help support the digital and tech sector Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
Carrefour taps BICS to launch eSIM travel data
Global travellers with embedded subscriber identity module-enabled phones now able to purchase data packages from multinational retail corporation over the air Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
Vonage, Telstra team to accelerate digital transformation with network APIs
Ericsson-owned cloud communications provider partners with Australian operator to combine network APIs with API platform and 5G network capabilities to enable enterprises to build applications for optimised customer experiences Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
Barcelona kicks off edge to cloud to customise fan experience
Aiming to fulfil its ‘mes que un club’ ethos, Spanish football giant pulls networking ‘palanca’ to offer fans customised experience at legendary stadium, becoming official edge-to-cloud partner for next four seasons Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
Enterprises scale private wireless for additional use cases, industrial sites
Study shows enterprises expanded private wireless networks use or deployed them in another location Continue Reading
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13 Jun 2024
eSIM Go checks in with Lufthansa on-brand global travel service
Aviation group partners with embedded subscriber identity module company to provide mobile data services to passengers across four of its airlines, enabling travellers to stay connected in more than 150 countries while avoiding data roaming charges Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2024
NTT upgrades JUNO submarine cable
Largest trans-Pacific submarine cable system boosts network capacity to support delivery of ubiquitous high-capacity 800Gb, 400Gb and 100Gb services, claiming to hit service delivery targets as soon as it launches Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2024
Nokia maintains 25G PON momentum with HKBN and Chorus
Comms tech provider closes more deals for 25Gbps passive optical network technology with Hong Kong fibre network provider and New Zealand’s largest open-access internet infrastructure company on behalf of leading retail service provider Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
General election 2024: Conservative manifesto promises to continue tech policies
The Conservative Party manifesto contains little by way of new commitments for tech and digital, but lays out plans to continue existing policies and promises made under the last government Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
Interview: Astronaut Tim Peake on an imminent revolution in space tech
Britain’s first male astronaut discusses the UK’s successful space sector, its overlaps with enterprise IT, and how to encourage more young people to work in science and technology Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2024
Altnet full-fibre firms hit the north
Independent UK broadband providers continue programmes of network expansion to light up premises in Merseyside, Greater Manchester and Humberside with gigabit connectivity Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2024
O2 Telefónica, Ericsson renew core network partnership
German operator and leading comms tech provider agree multi-year contract extension to realise network of the future Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2024
Telenor IoT launches testing facility for internet-connected tech
Nordic operator announces initial work being undertaken at its recently opened internet of things test lab, aiming to help customers understand how their connected IoT products behave before deployment Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2024
Neutral internet sites account for 70% of leading 50 US exchanges
Study reveals steady transformation over the past decade in the way networks choose to interconnect with neutral IX models operated by a neutral third party rather than by datacentre operator or carrier Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2024
Cisco Live: ThousandEyes on the prize in digital experience age
Networking giant sets out strategy to empower customers to see everything across complex digital supply chain, turning data into intelligence and actions to support digital experiences that businesses base operations on Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2024
eSIM set to be next mobile industry disruptor
Even though its current acceptance and take-up is low, embedded subscriber identity module (eSIM) pinpointed by industry report to be the next industry disruptor, bringing about lasting changes to the way people connect with mobile providers and manage subscriptions Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2024
UK firms still struggling to enable hybrid work
Survey reveals UK firms are still struggling to make hybrid work effective, with 62% of workplaces changing policy in the past four years and failure to adopt suitable digital tools leading employees to feel overwhelmed and frustrated Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2024
Vodafone, i2CAT unveil Open RAN management system
Vodafone reveals development of open RAN technology in series of joint research projects with academia and research institutions at expanding Innovation Centre in Málaga Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2024
Collaboration suffers as businesses fail to adapt workplace technology
Research reveals critical gaps in workplace tech affecting productivity and collaboration among workers in the UK, with businesses failing to adapt IT infrastructure to suit different personality types Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2024
Cisco Live: AI to fuel Cisco mission to connect and protect everything
Networking giant plots future where harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and data will allow companies to connect and protect everything across a global network where data is the ultimate differentiator Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2024
HPE looks to simplify deployment of private enterprise 5G
Edge-to-cloud global enterprise infrastructure company launches dedicated service designed to remove the complexity of managing, deploying and purchasing enterprise private cellular networks Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2024
T-Mobile bolsters connected workplace with FWA
Expanded fixed FWA offering combines Cradlepoint 5G networking solutions and T-Mobile 5G Business Internet to offer more choice to more customers Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2024
Sateliot to launch four satellites in 5G IoT programme
Leading satellite operator continues on its programme of delivering 5G communications by deploying the first 5G-IoT satellite constellation Continue Reading
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30 May 2024
US smartphone users kept same devices for longest time period yet
The latest investigation of the US mobile device trade-in market by risk management solutions provider shows for the auto, lifestyle and housing protection $874m put into consumers’ pockets in first quarter of 2024 Continue Reading
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Answer
30 May 2024
What's the difference between SIP trunking, PRI and BRI?
SIP trunking is preferred over PRI and BRI telecommunications lines because it offers more savings, better flexibility and more integrations with newer technologies. Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Qatar Airways taps Starlink for complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi
Qatar Airways becomes first leading airline in MENA to introduce in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity via Elon Musk firm Continue Reading
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Report
30 May 2024
Avaya ‘roaring forward’ in the age of experience
From beating the J-curve, riding the upward trajectory of a U-curve to a simple formula to drive business growth through enhanced customer experience. We report on the transformation taking place at Avaya Continue Reading
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News
30 May 2024
Ciena, Digicel, Southern Cross bring high-speed connectivity to Fiji schools
Leading optical technology provider announces the second year of its partnership with Digicel Fiji and Southern Cross to deliver high-speed connectivity for school students on Fiji Continue Reading
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Opinion
29 May 2024
Lessons from deploying private 5G
Enterprises that have deployed private 5G cite both technical and business benefits, but they might not be what organizations expect. See how expectations compare with reality. Continue Reading
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29 May 2024
Nokia and Global Fiber Peru aim to close digital divide in Amazon rainforest
Subaquatic optical, IP and XGS-PON fibre broadband network brings future-proof connectivity to remote region of Peru, Colombia and Brazil in bid to reduce digital divide in 400 communities Continue Reading
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29 May 2024
Condor spreads wings with Intelsat in-flight connectivity
Germany’s leading leisure airline inks deal with integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator to extend Wi-Fi product to short- and medium-haul routes using Airbus A32xneo aircraft Continue Reading
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29 May 2024
UK rural mobile scheme in danger of missing coverage targets
House of Commons Committee of Public Accounts slams progress and reporting to date on flagship UK mobile connectivity scheme, and warns of potential funding issues that will hamper development Continue Reading
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28 May 2024
Japan Airlines takes off with Intelsat for enhanced in-flight connectivity
Leading aircraft manufacturer to complete satellite communications company’s electronically steered array factory installation on latest generations of 737 aircraft boasting wide coverage and low latency. Continue Reading
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28 May 2024
5G innovation fuelling deal flow and growth pipelines
Study highlights how business and enterprise market will become essential to commercial success of 5G industry, with network slicing and private wireless networks becoming areas of focus Continue Reading
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28 May 2024
Openreach claims record for broadband upgrade locations
Latest steps in UK’s leading broadband provider’s plans to go fully digital sees ultrafast full-fibre technology made available to 14 million homes Continue Reading
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24 May 2024
AI, automation, private networks top UK enterprise tech agenda
Survey examining technology agenda for UK enterprises highlights that business priorities over the next 12 months include increasing sales, reducing operating costs, and growth via new business areas or geographies Continue Reading
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24 May 2024
Networks emerge as catalyst for digital business success
Global networking trends report for 2024 reveals continued measurable impact of the network in advancing business goals, with 72% planning on deploying integrated network management platforms over the next two years Continue Reading
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24 May 2024
AI set to improve network operational efficiency by 40% or more
Study of telecom and IT engineers exploring artificial intelligence’s impact on the network sees almost universal belief in need to upgrade fibre-optic networks to support more AI traffic Continue Reading
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24 May 2024
Arctic Semiconductor 5G private networks tech gains 3GPP accreditation
Low-power, RF and mixed-signal chipsets provider announces 3GPP Compliant Platform for 5G private networks boasting ‘pivotal’ capabilities in terms of performance and power consumption Continue Reading
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22 May 2024
Virgin Media Business Wholesale connects MA5 datacentre with new fibre
Virgin Media Business Wholesale marks next phase of ongoing high bandwidth upgrade programme, setting out to deliver faster and more accurate provisioning at strategic sites throughout the UK Continue Reading
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Feature
22 May 2024
Neom: The tip of the tech iceberg in the Saudi desert
What is known about plans for Saudi Arabian smart city Neom could be just the tip of the iceberg Continue Reading
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21 May 2024
TfL taps Thales and Nokia to renew underground multi-services network
Transport for London engages IT and networks firms to deliver integrated communications renewal to support system used by staff to handle radio, transmission and CCTV technology Continue Reading
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21 May 2024
CGI selected to streamline UK ESN programme
Controversial mobile network for UK emergency services mobile communications enters new phase with consulting firm appointed as technology delivery partner Continue Reading
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21 May 2024
Ericsson, Tele2 shake it off with 5G in Sweden for Taylor Swift
Swedish operator and global comms tech provider claim to have revolutionised mobile experiences with 5G technology milestone for music megastar’s concerts at Friends Arena in Stockholm Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2024
Swiss International Air Lines takes off with global eSIM service
Switzerland’s largest air carrier collaborates with eSIM Go to launch global embedded subscriber identity module designed to provide passengers with convenient and affordable mobile data connectivity during their travels Continue Reading
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20 May 2024
BT Group pushes back digital switchover deadline
UK’s leading telco extends deadline by just over 12 months for transformation to an all-digital infrastructure, and offers dedicated support for businesses to make necessary steps Continue Reading
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17 May 2024
Openreach shines as fibre investment hits inflection point in BT financial year
UK’s leading comms provider posts mixed financial year and reports peak capex on full-fibre broadband roll-out after hitting £3bn cost and service transformation programme a year ahead of schedule Continue Reading
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16 May 2024
Signetbreedband taps Nokia to evolve network business services
Global comms tech provider announces partnership with Dutch managed network services provider to enable what it claims will be most solid and resilient business networking services in the Netherlands Continue Reading
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16 May 2024
Virgin Media O2 claims Shared Rural Network milestone
Community-owned island In the Hebrides becomes 150th site to benefit from improved mobile connectivity after operator deploys helicopters, boats and off-road vehicles to deliver and install a 4G mast to Isle of Eigg Continue Reading
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15 May 2024
Continental implements cross-domain high-performance computer in a car
Qualcomm teams with automotive firm to implement a cross-domain high-performance computer in a car based on cloud-based Automotive Edge Framework and Snapdragon system-on-chip Continue Reading
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03 May 2024
Openreach ups pace of copper network switch-off
UK’s largest broadband provider maintains pace of digital network transformation adding nearly 100 locations to its roster of communications exchanges that are now able to offer digital comms based on full-fibre networks Continue Reading
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02 May 2024
Broadband Forum forges enhancements to 5G convergence standards
Latest 5G work by developer of broadband standards sees major enhancements building on 3GPP’s Release 18 to advance next-generation applications, network resilience and support of converged services Continue Reading
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02 May 2024
Update from eSync Alliance accelerates software-defined vehicle roadmap
Trade association eSync Alliance publishes updated specification aimed at achieving further interoperability and collaboration in automotive use cases Continue Reading
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Definition
02 May 2024
net neutrality
Net neutrality is the concept of an open, equal internet for everyone, regardless of content consumed or the device, application or platform used. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2024
Google ups investment to improve Hawaiian internet infrastructure
Hawaii receives major financial fillip from Google to develop critical internet infrastructure across the state, connecting to Japan and mainland US Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2024
Nokia and Vodafone claim successful Open RAN trial in Italy
Leading comms tech provider and operator have successfully completed an end-to-end Open RAN trial on Vodafone Italy’s live 5G standalone network, including hybrid cloud application platform connected to dedicated 5G core Continue Reading
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News
30 Apr 2024
SES agrees to acquire Intelsat
After abortive attempt a year ago, leading satellite operators present takeover deal that they say will result in creating a stronger multi-orbit operator with around 60% of revenue in high-growth segments Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2024
Digitisation sees eSIM adoption double in 2023
Analysis reveals how eSIM downloads more than doubled in 2023, increasing 109% year on year, driven by accelerating adoption within North America and strong growth in Asia and Western Europe Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2024
Intelsat and CNH sow seeds of smart farming satellite connectivity
Firms partner to deliver field-ready connectivity in hard-to-reach locations to support precision agriculture applications, starting with deployment in Brazil Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2024
Altnets continue full-fibre deployments in UK
UK’s independent broadband supply sector shows more momentum in the north and south of England, and also in Northern Ireland, tailoring cable offerings for different needs Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2024
Bad bot traffic in Australia grew 23% in 2023
Traffic from bad bots that perform malicious tasks accounted for 30.2% of Australia’s internet traffic in 2023 Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2024
Nokia hails MENA successes with 5G and cloud
Nokia inks key tech deals in UAE and Qatar to upgrade connectivity and drive 5G enterprise innovation, as well as to offer cloud interconnect service layer to enhance services for hyperscalers Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2024
Digital Catapult welcomes new suppliers to test 5G Open RAN deployability
Advanced digital technology innovation centre that aims to drive early adoption of emerging technologies by UK businesses offers opportunity for Open RAN companies to test products in a real-world outdoor environment Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2024
Openreach reaps benefit of invisible DNA marking with cable thefts down 30%
Despite spate of cable thefts in recent times, UK broadband provider reports crime tumbling over past 12 months after deploying forensic liquid marker that can be sprayed directly onto cables and equipment Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2024
UK economy loses £17.6bn due to fixed connectivity outages
London fibre-based business network provider lobbies UK comms regulator to introduce automatic compensation for business networks drive competition on quality and reliability in the business connectivity market Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2024
Cradlepoint unveils 5G-optimised SASE to deliver agile enterprises
Ericsson division unveils SASE solution said to enable lean IT teams to establish zero-trust networks in as little as six minutes securing environments such as roaming vehicles, IoT devices and pop-up locations Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2024
Global 5G non-terrestrial networks show growth but stay in infancy
Mobile industry trade body’s latest report on satellite networks for cellular comms shows that while satellites are rapidly gaining prominence, the full extent of their potential to complement terrestrial networks, phone services and broadband is still unclear Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2024
UK gigabit maintains steady progress
Latest study of UK communications market from national regulator finds access to gigabit broadband and 5G mobile coverage has risen over past 12 months Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Apr 2024
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service)
GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a best-effort packet-switching protocol and standard for wireless and cellular network communication services. Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2024
UK altnets claim to outpace Openreach in UK fibre
Research from Independent Networks Cooperation Association finds that despite challenges, alternative broadband providers enjoyed robust growth in 2023 Continue Reading
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19 Apr 2024
Nexfibre reaches million premises ready for service benchmark
Months after commitment to billion-pound investment in broadband infrastructure across the course of 2024, UK wholesale provider claims massive milestone in plan to deliver full-fibre gigabit network to five million premises by 2026 Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2024
Ciena optical tech makes light waves in Canada, Indonesia
Telcos from Europe and Asia deploy optical comms technology provider’s solutions to adapt to user and performance demand, reaching higher bandwidth and reducing energy requirements Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 Apr 2024
How 5G technology can help ignite the creative spark
Have you ever reached for a special bottle of wine only to realise the bottle opener is nowhere to be found? So much potential but no way to access it. In a way, it’s a problem affecting businesses right now regarding comms Continue Reading
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News
16 Apr 2024
VMO2 looks up to Starlink for remote location broadband backhaul
As it furthers its wireless comms reach in so-called hard-to-reach areas, UK operator taps leading satellite broadband constellation provider’s technology to provide mobile backhaul to boost service experiences Continue Reading
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16 Apr 2024
SURF glides to 800Gbps transmission on existing fibre through Nokia
Comms tech provider and Dutch research organisation reach 800Gbps transmission over 1,648km existing fibre link to prepare for upgrade to connect to research facilities at world’s leading particle accelerator Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2024
Fixed Wireless Access continues to fill crucial connectivity gap
Latest research finds fibre and FWA both play crucial roles in expanding internet connectivity and bridging digital divide – but on balance, fibre is still the fixed comms top gun Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2024
Swisscom taps Ericsson for 5G RAN framework
Leading Swiss operator deploys 5G RAN products and services to underpin and upgrade its mobile network Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2024
eSIM Go joins GSMA as it expands global coverage
Embedded subscriber identity module provider becomes member of global mobile trade association to underline commitment to extending digital mobile ecosystem, which now covers over 1,000 networks in more than 190 countries Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2024
Docomo, NTT, NEC and Fujitsu unveil 100 Gbps 6G device
Japanese tech and comms giants jointly announce development of a top-level wireless device capable of ultra-high-speed 100 Gbps transmissions in the 100 GHz and 300 GHz sub-terahertz bands Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Apr 2024
5G networks and biometric breakthroughs: Navigating opportunities and risks
Businesses are quickly adopting 5G to introduce advanced security features such as facial recognition, but while these technologies improve safety and ease of use, they also raise concerns about how sensitive biometric information is gathered and may be misused Continue Reading
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12 Apr 2024
Toob, CityFibre extend gigabit reach
South of England broadband provider and largest independent network provider extend full-fibre footprint in Hampshire and Glasgow, laying enough fibre to stretch 10 times the length of River Clyde Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Apr 2024
Making hybrid working work
Out of all the many changes in business since the Covid pandemic, organisational stability has been among the most important, yet it is still generally understated. We look at what is happening in this key area Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2024
UK mobile operators ramp up Shared Rural Network commitments
Pace quickens in £1bn UK scheme to improve mobile coverage in so-called hard-to-reach areas, with leading operators making extension to footprint in rural Wales and Scotland Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2024
Businesses expect significant revenue growth through 5G
Research reveals two-fifths of organisations are upgrading to cellular connectivity to take advantage of technologies such as IoT and AI, but they risk leaving networks exposed to cyber attacks Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2024
TIP creates user group to tap into neutral host business model
Trade association created to accelerate pace of innovation in worldwide mobile and fixed telecoms industries launches new chapter looking to address need for more efficient, less costly and sustainable infrastructure Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2024
Breakthrough may herald secure home quantum computing
An emerging approach to quantum security dubbed blind quantum computing may one day help spur mass adoption of quantum computing safely and securely, using technology that is already available today Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2024
UK government claims added momentum for Project Gigabit
Record £714m said to have been committed to boosting UK rural fixed broadband coverage in 2024 Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2024
Shared Rural Network upgrade dials up 4G coverage in Lake District
UK government reveals that people living, working and travelling near Keswick in Cumbria will be first in England to benefit from its part in mobile infrastructure upgrades under Shared Rural Network scheme Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2024
CityFibre ISPs team with TAL to boost business
Collaborations aim to accelerate UK altnet sector and reduce overheads, and increase incomes with no pressure of installation and router costs, to enhance cash flows Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2024
Embedded World 2024: Eseye unveils entry-level IoT router
On day of note for internet of things, integrated cellular IoT connectivity services provider launches smallest-ever device to boost capability and transcend communications issues Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2024
Virgin Media O2 rolls out smart support service
Operator launches smart support service to tackle customers’ network niggles as research finds more than one in three British broadband users claim they wouldn’t feel confident trying to fix their Wi-Fi if something went wrong Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2024
Kloud9 aims to transform connectivity with full-fibre
Broadband roll-out by altnet said to mark a new era of digital connectivity for people in rural Shropshire by enabling access to high-speed internet Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2024
NGMN sets out plan to gain better energy consumption in virtualised networks
Report recommends global broadband industry to adopt open-source technology and focus on greater network transparency to ensure better energy consumption for virtualised RAN Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2024
GenAI provides future for connected engineering
Within knowledge work, it’s a rare individual who hasn’t yet come across the potential that generative AI technologies could bring to their industry. The world of engineering is now realising what GenAI can do Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2024
AiP advances ‘pivotal’ for 5G, 6G evolution
Research into antenna-in-package arena reveals how development in various substrate types and packaging methods can boost the roll-out of 5G mmWave networks and drive the forthcoming 6G market Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2024
Neos Networks, Instant On IT deliver connectivity to hold up in court
Critical network infrastructure provider partners with bespoke IT services provider to deliver reliable and secure connectivity for legal chambers Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2024
North America leads charge as global 5G connections surge
A 66% increase in 2023 sees 7.6 billion 5G global connections at the end of the year, driven by strong North American market, with total set to rise to 7.9 billion by 2028 Continue Reading
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02 Apr 2024
Huawei hit the accelerator in 2023
Chinese tech giant posts annual results showing solid ICT infrastructure business, consumer business meeting expectations, steady growth in cloud computing and digital power businesses Continue Reading
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28 Mar 2024
Merged Vodafone/Three could offer UK’s leading mobile coverage
Despite the possible merger of Vodafone UK and Three UK set for rigorous examination by competition watchdog, mobile analyst points to performance benefits of proposed deal Continue Reading