T-Mobile US and KKR have formed a joint venture to acquire Metronet, an Indiana-based ISP with over 2 million households served. T-Mobile’s $4.9 billion investment for a 50% equity stake aims to leverage Metronet’s fiber network, expanding T-Mobile’s broadband services.
Nozomi Networks has unveiled the industry’s first OT and IoT security sensor, Arc Embedded, within Mitsubishi Electric programmable logic controllers (PLCs). This innovative solution provides real-time visibility and advanced threat detection, enhancing operational resilience. By directly integrating into industrial automation equipment, Arc Embedded accelerates threat response, ensuring robust industrial security.
Equinix has announced its entry into the Filipino market by acquiring three data centers from Total Information Management (TIM) in the Philippines. This strategic expansion aligns with Equinix’s growth in Southeast Asia, supporting businesses to leverage digital opportunities.
Vodafone Group has strategically sold a 10% stake in Vantage Towers for 1.3 billion euros ($1.4 billion). This aligns with Vodafone’s targets to reduce net debt. Vantage Towers manages 84,600 tower sites, enhancing coverage with small cell systems. The divestment strengthens Vodafone’s financial health while prioritizing debt reduction over asset control.
SECOM, a subsidiary of Southeast Colorado Power Association, is revolutionizing rural southern Colorado’s connectivity with Infinera’s XTM Series optical transport solution. This project aims to deliver multi-gigabit broadband services, enhancing network flexibility and reliability. With a modernized middle-mile and business Ethernet access network, SECOM empowers thousands of homes and businesses.
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.
BT faces a £17.5 million fine from Ofcom after a network fault disrupted 14,000 emergency calls for over 11 hours. This outage highlights the necessity for robust VoIP systems in emergency services.
BBVA has partnered with Telefónica to enhance its global cybersecurity operations through AI and process automation. This strategic move leverages Telefónica Tech’s advanced digital services to strengthen BBVA’s cybersecurity capabilities. With new facilities in Mexico replicating those in Spain, this collaboration aims to detect threats and protect data processing centers globally.
CommScope is strategically divesting its Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and Outdoor Wireless Networks (OWN) units to Amphenol for $2.1 billion, bolstering its focus on enterprise Wi-Fi and wireline telecom. This move aligns with CommScope NEXT initiative for portfolio realignment, ensuring enhanced financial stability and innovation in high-value sectors.
SonicWall’s CSE is offering secure, cost-effective remote and internet access for cloud migrations. Alphabet is negotiating to acquire cybersecurity firm Wiz for $23 billion. Cresta’s 2024 State of the Agent Report shows U.S. contact center agents are enthusiastic about generative AI. Spanish trade unions have accepted Zegona Communications’ revised workforce reduction plan for Vodafone Spain.
