BT has sold its remaining stake in its Italian unit to Retelit, propelling Retelit’s expansion and enhancing ICT infrastructure services. This strategic move marks a pivotal step for BT, while streamlining its operations and focusing on the UK market.
Discover how NTT Data is revolutionizing India’s AI landscape with a $1.2 billion investment in a state-of-the-art VoIP-enabled data center in Hyderabad. In partnership with Neysa Networks and the Telangana government, this facility will feature 25,000 GPUs for advanced AI solutions, epitomizing the future of scalable, eco-friendly VoIP infrastructure.
Lumen Technologies unveils Defender Plus, a network-edge cybersecurity solution that proactively blocks threats before they reach enterprise systems. Powered by Black Lotus Labs’ threat intelligence, the tool dramatically reduced alerts and attacks during trials, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic tasks while maintaining strong, real-time protection across high-capacity networks.
AWS is adjusting its data center leasing strategy, particularly internationally, amidst investor scrutiny over AI infrastructure spending. This temporary pause in leasing discussions signals a strategic shift, focusing on synchronizing growth with demand. AWS continues to review infrastructure options for efficient AI deployment.
Ericsson and Bell Canada have successfully completed the world’s first field trial of AI-native link adaptation, boosting downlink throughput by 20 percent and spectral efficiency by 10 percent. This real-time AI integration enhances network performance, marking a major step toward smarter, more responsive 5G and future 6G networks.
OpenAI and SoftBank are eyeing the U.K. for their ambitious Stargate project, aiming to supercharge global AI infrastructure. Backed by major investment and government support, the U.K.’s advanced ecosystem and strategic planning position it as a frontrunner in this transformative AI expansion.
Rakuten is reinforcing its European ambitions with a new tech centre in Paris, bringing together experts in AI, cloud, and platform engineering. The hub will drive innovation across its services while fostering collaboration with Rakuten France.
Ericsson reported a 61 percent surge in net income for Q1 2025, driven by strong North American network sales and enterprise wireless growth. Despite the financial boost, CEO Börje Ekholm faces shareholder tension over past acquisitions.
Colt Technology Services is redefining its strategy by divesting eight European data centers to NorthC and a UK-based company, enhancing its focus on digital infrastructure and global network services. This shift aligns with evolving AI and cloud computing demands. Colt’s seamless transition ensures uninterrupted VOIP and connectivity services for its clients.
NTT Corporation’s revolutionary AI chip significantly enhances drone capabilities by enabling real-time 4K video processing at 150 meters, a vast improvement from the traditional 30-meter range. This advancement broadens drone applications for industrial inspections, offering extended range and efficiency.
