Vodafone has expanded its strategic partnership with Microsoft, integrating Microsoft 365 Copilot AI across 68,000 employees to boost productivity and digital efficiency. Incorporating generative AI into various business areas will streamline tasks, allowing employees to focus on more creative endeavors.
Ofcom has introduced new regulations mandating that internet service providers (ISPs) clearly state whether their broadband uses full-fibre, part-fibre, copper, or cable networks. This aims to eliminate confusion among consumers by providing transparent information on network technologies. By making informed comparisons, customers can better choose the right internet services.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated event, Email Camp. The free 3-day virtual event will take place from September 24-25, running each day from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm BST, featuring on-demand sessions each day.
Meta’s recent decision to resume using public content from UK users on Facebook and Instagram for AI model training showcases a strategic move to enhance its AI capabilities. This change, following regulatory discussions, aims to better reflect British culture and language, keeping Meta competitive in the AI landscape.
Digital Nasional Berhad, Ericsson, and eMooVit Technology are pioneering Malaysia’s autonomous bus experience using 5G technology. The initiative, marked by a Memorandum of Understanding in May 2024, includes trials for 5G-enabled features like in-vehicle public Wi-Fi and real-time monitoring. These advancements aim to enhance passenger safety, operational efficiency, and smart city integration.
Seagate has expanded its Lyve Cloud Object Storage platform, adding advanced features and extending services to new regions in Europe and Asia. Key enhancements include data lifecycle logic, geo-replication, white labeling, and IP source control. These upgrades aim to optimize costs, enhance operational efficiencies, and support enterprises with scalable, flexible cloud storage solutions.
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is propelling the mobile Internet of Things (IoT) sector with a robust plan to enhance supply chains, foster innovation, and boost industrial value. This strategy targets intelligent vehicles, healthcare, and smart homes, aiming to achieve 3.6 billion mobile IoT connections by 2027.
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns about the Vodafone and Three merger, fearing it could harm competition and lead to higher prices for mobile customers. The CMA highlights the potential for reduced services and data offerings. Despite promises of better network quality and enhanced 5G, the CMA remains skeptical.
Qumulo has announced its Cloud Native Qumulo (CNQ) on Amazon Web Services (AWS), designed to manage unstructured data with superior performance, scalability, and cost efficiency. This cloud-native solution tailors to sectors like healthcare, entertainment, and financial services. CNQ leverages AWS S3, ensuring economic data management with elastic performance scalability, suitable for high-demand workloads.
Sparkle, an international service provider, and Airtel Business have partnered to enhance VoIP connectivity between Asia and Europe via the Blue & Raman Submarine Cable Systems. This strategic agreement promises to diversify and expand global network capacity, catering to increasing data demands and ensuring seamless VoIP services for businesses and consumers.