EE’s 5G Standalone network expansion in the UK aims to cover 50 cities by month’s end, enhancing connectivity for 28 million people. Offering better 5G availability in regions like Milton Keynes and Sunderland, users will experience smoother video calls, streaming, and gaming, provided they have compatible smartphones from major brands.
Sinch is expanding its partnership with Verizon to enhance RCS for Business Messaging, enabling secure, feature-rich communication for Verizon subscribers. Announced at Enterprise Connect, this collaboration drives innovation in business messaging, offering verified, interactive customer engagement.
GM and NVIDIA are partnering to integrate AI into vehicles, factories, and robotics. This collaboration leverages NVIDIA’s computing platforms to enhance manufacturing, streamline production, and advance driver-assistance systems.
O2 is combating scam calls with AI-powered detection, flagging 150 million suspicious calls since partnering with Hiya. Common scams involve fraudsters posing as HMRC, Amazon, or banks. AI-driven efforts have reduced answered spam calls by 42%
FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks will soon step down, leaving a legacy of innovation, consumer protection, and national security advocacy. Colleagues praise his efforts in bridging the digital divide and advancing telecommunications policy.
T-Mobile US is pioneering advancements in 5G Advanced technology with breakthrough field tests utilizing six-component carrier aggregation. These tests leveraged Nokia and Qualcomm technologies, achieving downlink speeds of 6.3 Gbps, showcasing the future potential of 5G networks.
Verizon launched the AI-powered Verizon Business Assistant to help small businesses automate customer interactions. The tool answers common questions instantly and connects users to live agents for complex issues.
Google Cloud is set to revolutionize cloud security with the planned acquisition of Wiz for $32 billion. With the goal to bolster its security capabilities, this deal will enhance Google Cloud’s offerings by integrating Wiz’s cutting-edge cloud security technologies.
Ofcom is now enforcing its new powers under the Online Safety Act, requiring platforms to police illegal content or face penalties. While the focus is on tackling child sexual abuse material, concerns arise over vague terminology like “illegal harms,” raising fears of creeping censorship.
Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Bharti Airtel have joined forces to revolutionize Industry 4.0 and pave the way for Industry 5.0 in India through a groundbreaking research collaboration. By integrating 5G, XR, and AI, this partnership aims to transform manufacturing, enhance processes in real time, and position India as a hub for industrial innovation.
