Singtel, a leading telecommunications company, has unveiled a groundbreaking suite of digital security solutions aimed at combating online fraud. This initiative leverages network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to authenticate digital identities efficiently, marking a significant step towards enhancing the security of online transactions.
The 5G Open Innovation Lab (5G OI Lab) has officially introduced eleven new startups from around the world to its Spring program, marking the beginning of its fifth year in operation. The 5G OI Lab has become a beacon of innovation and technological progress in the 5G and Edge technology space, supporting a total of 129 startups since its inception. These startups have collectively raised over $2.23 billion in venture capital, thanks to the support of industry giants like AT&T, Comcast, Microsoft, and Intel, among others.
In a significant advancement for enterprise voice security, Mutare Inc., has partnered with NICE to integrate its pioneering Voice Traffic Filter into the NICE CXexchange. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for both companies, offering NICE users an enhanced level of customer experience (CX) through advanced AI capabilities.
Verizon’s laudable initiative, Verizon Innovative Learning, has achieved a milestone by bringing digital skills training to seven million students, aiming to address digital inclusion. Their ongoing efforts focus on underserved Title I schools, providing them with an integrated technology curriculum, advanced tech tools and free internet connectivity.
Japan’s largest telecom provider, NTT, might get a break from longstanding regulations that have created competitive boundaries since its partial privatization back in the 1980s. But will this veer the industry off the road to a fair market environment? The proposed changes face major resistance, with critics highlighting the impact on national interests and the security of Japan’s telecom infrastructure.
Unveiling the next generation of wireless systems, the ENLIGHT’EM project has skillfully pioneered advances in visible light communication (VLC) and power efficiency for light-emitting diodes (LEDs), particularly in tricky IoT scenarios. Brought to life by the passionate team at IMDEA Networks, this venture stands at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and sustainability, delivering innovative solutions and triumphantly winning the European EIT Jumpstarter competition.
In a significant move at the Mobile World Congress this year, Orange has taken a step further in its environmental initiatives by enhancing its partnership with Cisco. This collaboration is not new, as Orange Business has been distributing Cisco solutions for over two decades. However, the addition of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) brings a fresh focus on environmental transparency and the shared goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs).
In a remarkable acknowledgment of its innovative contributions to the retail sector, x-hoppers has been distinguished with two prestigious accolades at the 2024 Merit Awards for Telecom. The company clinched a Gold award in the AI Services category and a Silver in Connecting the Unconnected, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the retail experience for both customers and employees.
At the recent MWC Barcelona 2024, industry leaders Huawei convened the Green Development Elite Club, a stage for key representatives from prominent organizations to illuminate their vision and effort for Green Target Networks. These networks aim to foster sustainable growth, using state-of-the-art computing power and AI to transform operations.
AT&T’s CEO John Stankey has shed light on the massive service disruption on February 22nd. Revealing an incorrect protocol during network expansion as the cause, Stankey unveiled a testament of resilience. Meanwhile, AT&T plans to apply account credits to the most affected consumers and small businesses. The incident, affecting an estimated 75% of customers, triggered a swift restoration of service, notably prioritizing first responders.
