Ericsson has captured Viettel’s 5G deployment contract in Vietnam, marking an exciting era for VoIP technologies. This 5G upgrade, indispensable for modern VoIP communication systems, promises robust high-speed connectivity. The collaboration with Viettel is positioned to elevate Vietnam’s digital infrastructure.
Indian operator Bharti Airtel has significantly expanded its 5G network to encompass 140,000 villages across India. This initiative highlights Airtel’s commitment to enhancing digital connectivity in rural areas. Already covering 800,000 villages with its 4G network, Airtel’s expansion accelerates their mission of providing high-speed internet across India, supported by both 4G and 5G technologies.
OneLayer, a 5G security startup, has signed a multi-year agreement with Evergy to secure operational technology assets on its private network. Leveraging partnerships with Nokia and Ericsson, OneLayer’s zero-trust security platform, OneLayer Bridge, will manage IoT and OT devices across the U.S.
Red Hat’s latest OpenStack Platform update, known as Red Hat OpenStack Services on OpenShift, targets communications service providers (CSPs) to unify traditional and cloud-native networks. Paired with OpenShift’s Kubernetes-based platform, this release offers scalability and flexibility across hybrid cloud environments. Enhanced with Ansible integration and improved observability, it supports cutting-edge AI workloads.
German carriers Vodafone and 1&1 have launched a national roaming partnership, enhancing mobile communications across Germany. New 1&1 customers can seamlessly access Vodafone’s network in areas not yet covered by 1&1. Existing 1&1 customers will also benefit, accessing both 1&1’s 5G network and Vodafone’s national roaming.
EE’s rapid 5G small cell deployment, with over 1,000 active installations, marks a significant advancement in the UK’s mobile infrastructure. These small cells, strategically deployed in high-demand areas like London, enhance mobile capacity and performance. Leveraging advanced network analytics and collaboration with partners like Nokia and Ericsson, EE optimizes network efficiency, ensuring top-notch connectivity.
NATO’s HEIST initiative enhances global internet resilience by integrating subsea cables and satellites, aiming to safeguard against data traffic disruptions. GoTo harnesses generative AI to improve customer experiences, while China Unicom and Huawei launch a 5.5G network in Beijing, and Swisscom and Nokia deploy a nationwide drone network in Switzerland for safety and industrial monitoring.
Vodafone launches LTE-M, an LPWAN technology for IoT devices with low data and power needs. Converge ICT partners with Ribbon to triple its fiber network capacity. Nokia partners with BxA to enhance its Network as Code platform for healthcare applications. Hayo launches a global IoT platform for MNOs and enterprises, enhancing efficiency and connectivity with cloud-native technology and AI.
NTT Docomo is set to launch New Radio dual connectivity technology, offering download speeds up to 6.6 Gbps using 5G Standalone architecture. Utilizing sub-6GHz bands and mmWave, this VoIP-enhancing tech will debut in Tokyo and Kanagawa starting August 1.
Bharti Airtel is re-farming its mid-band spectrum to handle increased 5G network traffic. By reallocating spectrum from 4G services, Airtel aims to support growing 5G demands. This strategic move enhances both Standalone and Non-Standalone 5G modes, offering better connectivity and paving the way for innovative VoIP solutions across India.
