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VEON and Starlink to launch Direct-to-Cell Satellite connectivity in Ukraine
Telecoms group VEON has announced a new partnership with Starlink, a division of SpaceX, to bring direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to Ukraine.
For two consecutive years, Huawei has been recognized among notable vendors in the zero trust edge field
Viewpoint [Beijing, China, December 16, 2024] Huawei announced today that Forrester, an international authoritative organization, recently released The Zero Trust Edge Solutions Landscape, Q4 2024 (hereinafter referred to as the "Report"), which provides an overview...
Part 2: More US broadband predictions as we approach 2025
Following the election, industry stakeholders are cautiously optimistic now about potential improvements in financing conditions, strategic network expansion, and the evolving competitive landscape. As we look to 2025, several key trends and challenges are emerging in the broadband industry; here are my top predictions.
World’s first 5G-A region in Mobile AI Era launched
This month, at the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit 18th edition in Dubai, the world’s first 5G-A region in the mobile AI era was launched. Under the theme ‘Global. Regional. Digital.’ the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit spotlit the industry’s main trends, including 5G, cloud, data centers, and digitilisation. The launch followed a panel discussion, in which a group of ten industry professionals gathered to discuss the challenges and opportunities in advancing 5G technology in the Middle East. Key points included the need for cross-industry collaboration, open APIs, and spectrum utilisation.
Part 1: Some US broadband industry predictions as we approach 2025
Viewpoints The broadband industry is poised for significant change as we move forward into 2025 By: Bob Bartz, VP of Engineering at CHR Solutions To read the Part 2 of this viewpoint series, click here. New technologies and evolving challenges are driving innovation...
Europe is the top target for hacktivists, Orange Cyberdefense report reveals
Orange Cyberdefense, cybersecurity arm of Orange Group, has published its Security Navigator 2025 report, a strategic guide to understanding changes in the cyber threat landscape. Now in its sixth year of publication, this year’s report reveals a stark increase in politically motivated cyberattacks across Europe since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Rising network bandwidth: 2025 trends and best practices
Network operators should anticipate demand for more and more bandwidth, as network traffic growth shows no sign of slowing down. What’s driving all the bandwidth consumption?
Gigs Raises $73 Million To Enable Tech Companies To Launch Their Own Mobile Service
Ribbit Capital, known for backing such global fintech pioneers as Coinbase, Nubank, Robinhood, and Brex, led the round.
With the latest funding, Gigs cements its position as the go-to platform for tech companies seeking to embed mobile services into their offerings.
TalkTalk to cut hundreds more jobs in effort to save £120m
UK ISP TalkTalk is set to cut hundreds of jobs, as announced in an investor’s meeting last week, The Telegraph has reported. According to the report, the firm has already begun redundancy consultations, as it plans to cut 130 jobs in its consumer division based in Salford. More are set to follow at its wholesale business, Platform X.
World Communication Awards shine a light on AI Excellence
As expected, the newly introduced AI Excellence Award became a popular category. 2023 saw the rise of generative AI, 2024 proved to be the year of its integration into telecommunications.
Japanese telcos unite to strengthen disaster response
Japan’s top telecom providers have joined forces to improve how quickly communication networks are restored after disasters.
Softbank to invest $100bn in US AI
SoftBank Group, led by CEO Masayoshi Son, has announced plans to invest $100 billion in the US over the next four years, a move that will focus on advancing AI and its related infrastructure. This investment aims to create 100,000 new jobs.
BT’s network wrapped reveals how Brits connected with the biggest cultural moments of 2024
Press Release LONDON, 17th December: The UK has become a nation of split-screeners, secret streamers and event schemers according to new research commissioned by BT Group. ‘Network Wrapped’ is a new annual study that combines mobile and broadband data with consumer...
Talking the language of sustainability
Ahead of the recent World Communication Awards, we spoke with Sandra Klackenborn, Head of Sustainability at Arelion, to discuss the growing energy challenge and how the industry must do more to tackle the issue collaboratively
Congress boosts funding for drive to replace Chinese equipment
News The U.S. House of Representatives has approved additional funding for a federal initiative to replace Chinese-made communications equipment By: Brad Randall, Broadband Communities A budgetary shortfall for the federal government’s “rip and replace” initiative,...
Reflections on the World Communication Awards
On Tuesday evening, all the shortlisted nominees as well as the Judges enjoyed the 26th anniversary of the World Communication Awards (WCA). This year, the Oscar grade gala event took place in The Marriott, Grosvenor Square, London.
Indonesian mobile market shrinks as XL Axiata combines with Smartfren
Having been in discussions since May this year, Indonesia’s third- and fourth-largest telcos, XL Axiata and Smartfren, have finally agreed to merge their operations.
This week’s top stories from across the pond
News Here's a look at the five biggest stories over the last week from our sister publication, Broadband Communities A partnership between T-Mobile and Starlink can move ahead with providing supplemental cell service from space following approval from the FCC, and the...
AST SpaceMobile and Vodafone ink long-term agreement to boost global connectivity
AST SpaceMobile has entered into a long-term commercial agreement with Vodafone to provide global broadband access in underserved areas, enabling users to access broadband services directly through their phones.
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