Huawei is expanding its AI cloud services across the Asia-Pacific region, significantly growing despite US-led sanctions. Their offerings, including Ascend Cloud Service and Pangu large language model, aim to revolutionize sectors like finance and weather forecasting. This strategic move presents exciting opportunities for VoIP engineers and IT professionals.
Juniper Networks has announced its Blueprint for AI-Native Acceleration, designed to simplify deploying its AI-Native Networking Platform. This framework offers educational resources, trial opportunities, and flexible licensing to help businesses achieve a rapid return on investment. With AI-driven networking, expect up to 90% fewer network trouble tickets and faster deployments.
Intel’s decision to sell its stake in Arm Holdings during Q2 is a strategic move amid job cuts and intense competition from AMD and Qualcomm. This shift allows Intel to focus on AI chips and for-hire manufacturing, making it crucial for VoIP providers to closely monitor Intel’s evolving strategy in the tech industry.
Amazon has achieved its 100% renewable energy goal seven years ahead of schedule, powering all its operations with sustainable energy. Recognized by Bloomberg NEF as the largest corporate buyer of renewable energy, Amazon has invested in over 500 solar and wind projects worldwide. This commitment significantly advances global sustainability initiatives.
Nokia and Bharti Airtel’s first trial of 5G non-standalone technology in India achieved over 1.2 Gbps data throughput on Airtel’s commercial network. The trial used the 3.5 GHz spectrum for 5G, leveraging Nokia’s RAN software and advanced virtualization.
Telkomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) teams up with BW Digital to develop the Nongsa-Changi submarine cable system, enhancing connectivity between Batam and Singapore. This strategic alliance aims to support digital economic growth with robust, reliable links for high-density AI applications. Completion is expected by Q4 2025, marking a significant milestone in regional digital infrastructure.
South Korean telecommunications leader SKT is enhancing its position in artificial intelligence with a $200 million investment in Smart Global Holdings. By acquiring a significant stake, SKT strengthens its AI infrastructure capabilities. This strategic move underscores SKT’s commitment to evolving as a global AI powerhouse, integrated with cutting-edge Nvidia GPU technology.
Germany has officially banned critical components from Chinese telecom firms Huawei and ZTE in its 5G network infrastructure, citing security concerns. German telecommunications companies must eliminate Chinese equipment from core networks by 2026 and from 5G access and transport networks by 2029.
Nokia has been chosen to supply Norlys with its complete mobile core network and managed services. This partnership will enhance the performance and reliability of Norlys’ 4G and 5G networks in Denmark. Utilizing Red Hat OpenShift and Nokia’s Cloud Platform, the deployment promises scalable and secure infrastructure solutions for advanced voice and data services.
The wireless telecoms industry experienced growth due to 5G technology. Telstra and Optus will stop pre-installing Google Search as the default on their Android phones. A MedUX report ranked UK fixed broadband providers. The WBBA urges IP network upgrades for 5.5G and 6G services.
