The potential partnership between HPE and Juniper is a strategic move that might redefine HPE’s journey towards high-growth solutions, specifically accentuating its high-margin networking business. The collaboration is timely as the demand for secure, unified tech solutions spirals due to AI and hybrid cloud businesses’ exponential growth. Leveraging on the strength of each company’s portfolio, the alliance aims to revolutionize networking for hybrid cloud and AI, potentially setting a new industry standard and bolstering innovation for enhanced user experiences.
In a significant move to bridge the digital divide, Colorado is investing $113 million from its Capital Projects Fund (CPF) in 27 broadband projects. These initiatives aim to connect nearly 19,000 homes and businesses, underscoring the state’s commitment to improving internet access.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison (IOH) discloses plans of selling its data centres to BDx Indonesia, brightening BDx’s footprints in the Indonesian market. This move plays to the advantage of BDx who already operates data centres in Asia, while strengthening IOH’s commitment to enhance Indonesia’s tech landscape. Secured by substantial banking funding, this development emphasizes the continuous growth in the telecom and IT sectors.
Aiming to diminish the climate impact of legal proceedings, a group of dedicated lawyers is advocating for sustainable litigation practices across England and Wales. Aligned with the 2015 Paris Agreement, the initiative pleads with organizations striving for Net Zero emissions to adopt the Greener Litigation Pledge. VMO2 plays a key role in this movement, with ambitious plans to reduce its emissions by 90% by 2040.
Verizon has inked a new deal with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to install a 5G tower on Oahu, Hawaii. The $1 million project aims to address the longstanding issue of poor connectivity in the area surrounding the Army and Air Force Exchange Service’s (Exchange) HMR Express.
In a recent development reported by Reuters, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations to acquire Juniper Networks, with the potential deal valued at $13 billion. The completion of the deal is anticipated as early as this week, marking a significant move for HPE into the burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) market.
Lucent W1, a new mixed-use development behind the world-famous Piccadilly Lights, is working with Freshwave so its tenants and visitors will enjoy in-building connectivity from all four mobile network operators (MNOs). Connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider Freshwave is deploying the 4G distributed antenna system (DAS) as an ongoing managed service.
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), established to provide subsidized internet service to millions of US households, faces an uncertain future due to budget constraints. It’s a dilemma that could potentially disconnect current beneficiaries and limit future enrollments. However, support from influential leaders and a requested funding boost could create hope for the program’s extension.
Wildanet, a Cornwall-based fibre network builder, marks a milestone in corporate sustainability by becoming the UK’s first altnet to earn B-Corp Certification. This accolade spotlights the broader ramifications for the telecom industry as it grapples with its own global responsibility measures. While celebrating the achievement, it ignites the debate over whether the sector is doing enough to address burgeoning demands for a sustainable, equitable world.
Exploring fresh avenues in cybersecurity alliances, Ukraine and Romania envision bolstering digital frontline with an impactful pact. The focus pivots around supercharging cybersecurity, enabling 5G technology, and rehabilitating Ukraine’s connectivity infrastructures in light of recent cyber breaches. Spearheading distinctive initiatives, the collaboration plans to fortify national networks, establish a cloud-based public e-service platform and popularize 5G technology across Ukraine.
