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Verizon has reaffirmed its commitment to aiding affected Maui communities by offering crucial communication services and support.
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Verizon Extends Services and Support Amid Maui Wildfire Recovery

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To provide immediate relief, Verizon has extended its offering of unlimited calling, texting, and data services for prepaid and postpaid customers residing on Maui. This special arrangement, available from August 10 to August 31, 2023, aims to provide solace to thousands of consumers and small business owners who heavily depend on their mobile devices during this challenging period. The initiative covers all prepaid and postpaid consumer and small business customers with billing addresses on Maui.

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Google is ramping up its generative AI capabilities to enhance its search tool's ability to decipher complex information.
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Google Enhances Search with AI

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Google is ramping up its generative AI capabilities to enhance its search tool’s ability to decipher complex information often encountered on the internet. In a recent blog post, the tech giant showcased three novel features either already accessible or soon to be introduced in its Search Generative Experience (SGE). Currently in the realm of a Google Labs experiment, SGE integrates AI into the traditional search engine by providing summaries, sources, and follow-up questions related to the search topic.

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Dstny Automate, the industry leader in providing Direct Routing solutions for Microsoft Teams, has announced the launch of Call2Teams Go, a revolutionary addition to their suite of Direct Routing products.
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Call2Teams Go Unleashes Native Teams Calling for Seamless Collaboration

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Dstny Automate, the industry leader in providing Direct Routing solutions for Microsoft Teams, has announced the launch of Call2Teams Go, a revolutionary addition to their suite of Direct Routing products. This innovative solution transforms voice integration with Teams, enabling the full potential of collaborative teamwork without the complexity of additional telephony licensing. The result is a cost-effective and efficient solution that empowers organizations to harness the capabilities of Teams for voice communication.

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In 2021, Verizon made headlines, making a significant investment of $45.5 billion at an auction for a 5G spectrum in the C-band.
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Verizon’s C-band Spectrum Acquisition Impact on 5G

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In an impressive advancement for 5G technology, Verizon has secured a $45.5 billion C-band spectrum, overcoming hurdles posed by satellite operators once occupying parts of this range. As operators transitioned off the C-band, motivated by the FCC’s lucrative rewards, Verizon confirms the completion of this process. This newfound access paves the path for an expansion that could amplify the bandwidth for 5G users nationally, providing a minimum of 140MHz of spectrum throughout the US, with full 200MHz access in a portion of markets.

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Google has issued a firm reminder regarding the fate of inactive accounts, announcing a new policy set to take effect from December 1, 2023.
Market Watch

Google to Delete Inactive Accounts Starting December

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Google has issued a firm reminder to its users regarding the fate of inactive accounts, announcing a new policy set to take effect from December 1, 2023. The technology giant recently dispatched emails to Gmail and other Google service users, notifying them of the policy’s rollout. According to the company’s latest guidelines, any Google account that remains dormant or unattended for a period of two years will be considered eligible for deletion.

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AppDirect has unveiled an expanded commercial collaboration with Vodafone Business to expand to wider international markets.
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AppDirect and Vodafone Business Strengthen Partnership to Extend Global Reach

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AppDirect, a renowned B2B subscription commerce platform, has unveiled an expanded commercial collaboration with Vodafone Business, a prominent technology communications company focused on enhancing digital success and societal connectivity. This strategic alliance empowers AppDirect’s technology advisors to market Vodafone Business’ distinctive communication services within their network, opening doors to wider international markets for both entities.

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There's an emerging buzz in the telecom sector as Sky Business is reportedly keen on acquiring TalkTalk’s B2B service - TT Business Direct.
Telco Buzz

Navigating Sky Business’s Potential Acquisition of TT Business Direct

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In a strategic move to expand its enterprise customer base, Sky Business is reportedly eyeing the acquisition of TT Business Direct Limited, TalkTalk’s B2B service catering to 80,000 corporate clients. This proposed acquisition is a fallout of TalkTalk’s ongoing struggle to stabilize its financial conditions, with debts amounting to over £1.1 billion. The company’s asset liquidation could potentially disrupt the UK telecoms market, an exciting possibility that will be discussed in depth at this year’s Connected Britain conference.

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The Italian government has announced plans to acquire a stake in telecommunications company TIM’s networks operation, NetCo.
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Unraveling the Implication of Italian Government’s Stake in TIM

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The Italian government’s decision to acquire a stake in TIM’s NetCo operation could smooth the path for its sale. Undoubtedly, this move will give the government a stronger voice in future strategic decisions. Despite initial concerns regarding the re-nationalization of certain telecom assets, the involvement of the state-owned Cassa Depositi e Prestiti in the process and the pending approval from the EU suggest that there is a potential for a favorable outcome for TIM. Yet, potential hurdles include the disagreement over asset valuation with the French firm Vivendi.

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Ericsson and TPG are in the process of developing an AI-powered analytics tool, which is reported as the first of its kind in the region.
5G

Exploring Ericsson and TPG’s Innovative AI Analytics Tool for 4G/5G Networks

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In a first for the region, Ericsson and Australian operator TPG are creating a cloud-native AI-powered analytics tool, designed specifically to streamline 4G and 5G networks. With the power to predict and fix performance issues in real-time, this tool aims to enhance response times to network issues and reduce reliance on complex infrastructure analysis. Showcasing TPG as an early adopter, this technology also enhances network flexibility as usage increases, allowing for tracking of around five million subscribers.

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In an unprecedented move, China has taken decisive action against personal data breaches, closing a staggering number of cases while also unveiling draft laws to regulate facial recognition technology.
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China Cracks Down on Data Breaches and Unveils Facial Recognition Regulations

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In an unprecedented move, China has taken decisive action against personal data breaches, closing a staggering number of cases while also unveiling draft laws to regulate facial recognition technology. Over the past three years, Chinese law enforcement has effectively shut down 36,000 instances of personal data violations, leading to the detention of 64,000 suspects, as per the Ministry of Public Security. These efforts are part of a broader initiative launched in 2020 to govern online activities, resulting in the seizure of more than 30 million SIM cards and 300 million “illegal” internet accounts.

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