NEC, a leading Japanese technology firm, has unveiled a groundbreaking Radio Access Network (RAN) optimization tool, revolutionizing how remote-controlled devices, such as robots and automated guided vehicles (AGVs), maintain connection stability and performance within 5G networks. By harnessing advanced artificial intelligence (AI), NEC’s solution promises to deliver unparalleled improvements in both the performance and reliability of these critical devices.
Zoom has unveiled a series of innovative upgrades aimed at enhancing user experience on its platform, emphasizing stronger connections, increased productivity, and seamless collaboration. The introduction of new AI Companion capabilities, alongside improvements in Zoom Team Chat, Zoom Whiteboard, and Zoom Meetings, positions Zoom as a frontrunner in leveraging artificial intelligence to facilitate workplace communication.
The fusion of AI into data centres is sparking a vigorous debate – will it result in job losses or enable a more efficient, innovative industry? A staggering 75% of operators expect AI to reshape staffing, yet remain cautious about perceiving AI as a total problem solver.
In a strategic move aimed at bolstering its standing in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), Swiss telecommunications giant Swisscom has entered into a partnership with Nvidia. The collaboration, unveiled at the AI House Davos during the World Economic Forum, involves the creation of generative AI full-stack supercomputers utilizing Nvidia accelerators and AI software in Switzerland and Italy.
In the midst of Johannesburg, CMC Networks, a leading global Tier 1 service provider, is expanding their Global Network Operations Centre. Pairing this development with their move to new Sandton premises aims to boost network capacity, heighten operator productivity, and elevate customer encounters. Through increased AI integration and automation, encapsulating Juniper Mist AI across their network, the upgrade strives to optimize customer experiences.
As AI technology advances at a remarkable pace, the demand for skilled professionals in the field has reached unprecedented levels. The allure of high salaries and an array of job openings has prompted a surge in individuals retraining to capitalize on this burgeoning sector.
In a strategic move, Intel has partnered with private equity firm DigitalBridge to introduce Articul8, a new company set to bring enterprise-grade generative AI technology to the market. Articul8 aims to provide corporate customers with a secure and vertically-optimized genAI software platform, designed to run seamlessly on Intel hardware, including Xeon processors and Gaudi AI accelerators.
In a groundbreaking shift, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing material discovery, unlocking new possibilities in renewable energy, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. GlobalData, a prominent data and analytics firm, asserts that AI is spearheading a transformative era in research and development, dismantling traditional barriers and fueling unprecedented advancements in material science.
In the narrative of AI revolution, the telecom sector often remains overshadowed. Juniper’s ‘Top 10 Telco Trends 2024’, highlights how AI dominates even in this crossroads digital landscape. However, a critical question evolves – is our telecom infrastructure ready to steer the AI wave? As we plan to create AI-powered golden era, it’s imperative that our static infrastructures are fit for purpose to manage this data deluge.
OpenAI is fortifying its internal safety protocols in response to growing concerns about the potential risks of artificial intelligence. The company has introduced a “safety advisory group” that will operate above its technical teams, offering recommendations to leadership, with the board wielding veto power—though the likelihood of its exercise remains uncertain.
