Deutsche Telekom and Nvidia are set to transform European manufacturing with the world’s first industrial AI cloud. This will utilize 10,000 Nvidia GPUs, revolutionizing AI-driven manufacturing by 2026. Prioritizing data protection, this initiative aligns with European standards, offering manufacturers cutting-edge resources.
Openreach urges UK businesses to move quickly to digital networks as the Public Switched Telephone Network faces shutdown by January 2027. Delays risk severe disruptions to payment systems, alarms, and phones. With free testing and support available, companies must review, test, and switch promptly to avoid increased costs, security risks, and missed growth opportunities.
Singapore’s state-owned firm Temasek is collaborating with Microsoft, BlackRock, and MGX to revolutionize global AI infrastructure, targeting a $100 billion investment. This ambitious AI Infrastructure Partnership includes enhancing AI data centers, showcasing AI’s transformative potential on industries globally, and aligning efforts with major global entities for rapid advancement.
Nokia secured a four-year contract extension with Elisa to upgrade mobile networks in Finland and Estonia. The deal includes deploying energy-efficient 5G equipment, enhancing speed, coverage, and capacity. New technologies will support advanced applications in artificial intelligence, augmented reality, virtual reality, and industrial automation.
Inseego and T-Mobile have partnered to launch the FX4100, an advanced indoor 5G gateway for businesses. Featuring 5G Standard Access, uplink carrier aggregation, and network slicing, it enables enterprises to adopt wireless as their primary connectivity. The FX4100 offers easy management, broad coverage, and supports demanding applications.
Optus and Ericsson are introducing advanced 5G antennas in Australia, aiming to boost coverage while reducing energy use. Real-world tests show strong performance with lower power consumption. This partnership supports growing data demands and sustainability goals, ensuring reliable streaming, gaming, and video calls.
The AAE 2 subsea cable project, led by PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and ZOI, aims to connect Hong Kong, Singapore, and Italy through a mix of terrestrial and underwater routes. Designed to boost global data capacity, it offers strategic expansion potential and reflects the growing international push to enhance telecommunications infrastructure and digital connectivity.
Proximus and Thales have secured a vital contract to revamp NATO’s Communications and Information Agency’s IT systems, anticipated to enhance security and connectivity. This initiative, pivotal for NCIA, includes deploying secure cloud infrastructure and Wi-Fi, alongside vital services like cybersecurity and networking, ensuring efficient, forward-looking operations through 2029.
Viasat launched its Digital Bus solution in Brazil, partnering with Satélite Norte to bring reliable Wi-Fi to buses via satellite and cellular networks. Tested on routes between Goiânia and São Paulo, the system improves passenger experience, fleet management, and offers new advertising and feedback tools.
Ericsson and Google Cloud’s collaboration introduces a revolutionary on-demand core network service, enhancing 5G deployment for communication service providers. Leveraging a SaaS model, the service optimizes scalability, rapid deployment, and cost-efficiency through AI and Google Kubernetes Engine.
