Vilija Simkiene, Author at VoIP Review

News Roundup

A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #51

By Vilija Simkiene December 22, 2023

UK AltNets Freedom Fibre and VX Fibre Announce Strategic Merger Freedom Fibre and VX Fibre, both prominent UK alternative network providers, have announced their merger, solidifying their position in the market. The combined entity, operating under the name Freedom Fibre with CEO Neil McArthur at the helm, will boast a network spanning 285,000 premises. Freedom Fibre, established in 2020, specializes in wholesale-only services and maintains a strategic partnership with major UK broadband provider TalkTalk. With market consolidation gaining traction, this move is seen as a strategic merger to enhance business strength, diversity, and growth ambitions. Read full article. IBM Acquires StreamSets and webMethods for €2.13 Billion IBM has revealed its €2.13 billion cash acquisition of StreamSets and webMethods platforms from Software AG, majority owned by Silver Lake. These acquisitions, integral to IBM’s focus on AI and hybrid cloud, enhance application modernization and AI deployment capabilities. StreamSets contributes data ingestion capabilities…

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Investing $600M in Ukraine’s Telecommunication: Infrastructure, 4G, and Beyond

By Vilija Simkiene June 21, 2023

VEON commits $600 million investment via Kyivstar for Ukraine’s recovery, focusing on infrastructure, 4G expansion, cybersecurity, and community support, fostering accelerated digitalization and rebuilding efforts.

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Euro-Center taps DIDWW to leverage VoIP for enhanced global medical assistance and travel insurance

By Vilija Simkiene June 21, 2023

Euro-Center, one of the world’s leading companies in the fields of medical assistance, travel assistance and insurance claims’ handling, has formed a strategic alliance with DIDWW, a global telecoms operator offering premium quality VoIP communications and SIP trunking services. By leveraging DIDWW two-way SIP trunking solution, this partnership ensures high quality voice services throughout Euro-Center’s medical assistance and travel insurance business. With their global presence, it was crucial for Euro-Center to find a comprehensive cloud solution as opposed to relying on local PBX systems in each of their 11 regional offices. Consequently, the company chose to partner with Genesys Cloud and collaborate with DIDWW to meet the goals of Business Continuity Planning (BCP). Euro-Center selected DIDWW due to the operator’s unique coverage in countries not typically covered by other global SIP providers, such as South Africa, Thailand, Brazil, and Turkey. As Euro-Center has its second-largest office in Thailand, securing premium…

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Nokia’s AirScale Portfolio Boosts 5G Capacity, Efficiency, and Sustainability

By Vilija Simkiene June 21, 2023

Nokia’s recent summer launches showcase significant advancements in their AirScale portfolio, utilizing ReefShark chips and optimization for 5G SA and 5G-Advanced. Additionally, their AI-powered network management solutions ensure increased efficiency for future network evolution.

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Intel’s €30 Billion Boost: Unveiling Europe’s Silicon Junction in Germany

By Vilija Simkiene June 21, 2023

Intel’s massive €30 billion European project advances with state-of-the-art factories in Magdeburg, Germany, boosting job creation and supply chain resilience amid global semiconductor demand. Will the ambitious initiative fulfill high-tech production aspirations?

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Sustainable Data Centers: Balancing Security and Energy Efficiency in Norway

By Vilija Simkiene June 21, 2023

Norway’s top telecom operator, Telenor, joins forces with Hafslund, HitecVision, and Analysys Mason to create the nation’s most secure commercial data center operator, focusing on sustainable solutions and critical data storage. The collaboration addresses national security concerns and promotes energy-efficient data centers with heat recycling potential.

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BT’s Digital Voice Service: Once-In-A-Generation UK Landline Upgrade

By Vilija Simkiene June 20, 2023

BT launches a campaign for their Digital Voice Service, aiming to replace analogue landlines with VoIP technology in a “once-in-a-generation upgrade.” The project targets a simple switch for most customers, with a comprehensive education and reassurance strategy to address concerns.

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Airtel Nigeria’s 5G Launch: Impact on Adoption and Network Expansion

By Vilija Simkiene June 20, 2023

Airtel Nigeria initiates commercial 5G services in major cities, promising lower latency and higher speeds. As the race to deploy 5G in Nigeria begins, operators’ prioritization and its impact on the nation’s technological advancement remain to be seen.

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Comcast’s Low Latency DOCSIS Trial: Boosting Gaming and Streaming Experiences

By Vilija Simkiene June 20, 2023

Comcast pioneers low latency technology for enhanced network performance, partnering with Apple, NVIDIA, and Valve. The trial explores latency-sensitive applications, with potential impacts on streaming, cloud gaming, and multiplayer experiences in the Xfinity 10G Network by 2023.

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KPN Acquires Primevest Infrastructure, Expanding Urban Fibre Footprint in the Netherlands

By Vilija Simkiene June 20, 2023

KPN acquires Primevest Capital Partners’ fibre infrastructure, extending coverage to 127,000 homes in major Dutch cities, as it aims to cover 80% of the Netherlands by 2026 and enhance customer experience.