Discover how Lumen Technologies’ acquisition of Alkira for $475M will revolutionize its VoIP offerings. By enhancing network-as-a-service and cloud networking capabilities, Lumen aims to handle complex cloud-to-cloud AI traffic seamlessly. This strategic move positions Lumen as a leader in enterprise cloud access, promising streamlined VoIP services with global reach.
Sparkle and Orchest Technologies have partnered to expand network coverage and automate service delivery across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe. By integrating global infrastructures and leveraging MEF standards, they aim to deliver scalable, on demand connectivity and elevate customer experience.
Sparkle’s QSI service extends its quantum-safe solutions to 20 Equinix IBX data centers globally, enhancing data protection against quantum threats. By seamlessly integrating with existing network infrastructure and supporting Network-as-a-Service, QSI ensures secure VPN and multi-cloud environments without significant redesigns, driving adoption and global cybersecurity advancements.
Lumen Technologies is revolutionizing the AI infrastructure market by focusing on AI factory connectivity, positioning itself as a vital provider of high-capacity, low-latency fiber services. By divesting consumer assets, Lumen is responding to the exponential demand for advanced networking solutions crucial for AI-driven economies. This strategic shift highlights Lumen’s commitment to becoming a cornerstone in connecting AI data centers and transforming enterprise networking.
In today’s unpredictable geopolitical landscape, Orange Wholesale’s CEO, Michaël Trabbia, highlights the vital role of network asset ownership and software-isation in bolstering network resilience. By owning their infrastructure, telecommunication companies like Orange gain strategic independence and defense against disruptions. Transitioning to software-based environments enhances flexibility, empowering operators to deploy services swiftly and adapt.
Sparkle has launched its Quantum Safe over Internet solution on AWS Marketplace, offering advanced VPN security against quantum computing threats. Built on a cloud native NaaS model, QSI ensures encrypted data transmission between sites and cloud providers, combining strong protection with flexible, automated management.
Comcast Business has made a strategic leap by acquiring Nitel, a leading Network-as-a-Service provider. This move strengthens Comcast’s position in enterprise networking and managed services, enhancing its capability to compete with industry titans like AT&T and Verizon.
Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Sparkle, Italy’s top telecom provider, has launched the pre-order for its Quantum Safe over Internet (QSI) service, a quantum-secure solution within its new Network as a Service (NaaS) suite. QSI offers robust encryption to safeguard global networks, supporting businesses with secure, future-proof connections against emerging cyber threats.
BT has unveiled its Global Fabric platform, a cutting-edge network-as-a-service (NaaS) solution designed to support the rising demands in AI and multi-cloud environments. With over 45 Points of Presence (PoPs) across carrier-neutral data centers globally, expanding to 140 locations by 2025, Global Fabric ensures secure, rapid scalability for businesses.
