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The UK's popular Lake District, plagued by poor mobile service, is set for an upgrade with EE boosting its masts' performance.
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Revolutionizing Rural Connectivity: EE’s Mobile Mast Upgrades in the Lake District

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The UK’s popular Lake District, plagued by poor mobile service, is set for an upgrade with EE boosting its masts’ performance. The upgrades, part of the ambitious Shared Rural Network program, will improve coverage across less-accessible communities, attempting to achieve 95 percent UK coverage by 2025. While enhancing connectivity in the countryside, meeting an impending 2G and 3G network phase-out, these improvements respect the natural landscape and cater to rural communities’ unique needs. This project is hailed for supporting local lifestyles, businesses, tourism and potentially enabling fresh opportunities.

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The question of the hour among technology enthusiasts and IT professionals has certainly revolved around Apple's latest launches.
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Exploring Apple’s Launch, China’s Tech Maneuvers and UK’s Open RAN Initiative

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The unveiling of Apple’s four new iPhone models sparked a surprising underwhelm in the tech community. Meanwhile, debates rose regarding China’s nimble navigation around US tech embargoes, especially regarding iPhone use. No less intriguing were the discussions around Open RAN – tech pioneers revisited this initiative with the UK’s recent efforts to regain Open RAN momentum.

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The Netherlands-founded company, Veon, has recently refined the management buyout terms of its sector in Russia, known as VimpelCom.
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Veon’s Calculated Exit: Navigating Through Regulatory & Sanction Hurdles

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Dutch telecom company Veon is adjusting the course of its Russian sector, VimpelCom’s, management buyout, initially agreed for $2.1 billion. The transaction now fully hinges on VimpelCom absorbing part of Veon’s debt – a method born from necessity as sanctions hamper Russian financial institutions. This strategic exit is further complicated by EU sanctions on Russia’s National Settlement Depository inhibiting interest collection on Veon’s Eurobonds.

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Expectations are high for the fixed wireless customer premises equipment market, driven by exponential growth in the number of 5G devices.
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5G Waves in FWA: Doubling Shipments, Boosting Potential, Spotlighting Care

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Elevated expectations surround the fixed wireless customer premises equipment (CPE) market, largely fueled by an upsurge in 5G device development. Recent data indicates over twofold growth in 5G FWA CPE shipments, predicting a robust growth of 86% in 2023. However, the fluctuating sample size in the annual survey calls for a prudent interpretation of these statistics. As the data suggests, 5G devices are set to dominate the market, with a projected rise from 29% to 40%. The swift expansion of battery-powered pocket routers promises a solid growth in the overall FWA CPE shipments, with telcos driving 77% of the market. The United States leads in leveraging the 5G technology, promising extraordinary industry advancement.

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The 'Connected Nations' report has unveiled impressive statistics about the reach of "Full Fibre" (FTTP) in the UK.
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Navigating UK’s Telecommunication Landscape: Full Fibre & Beyond

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Explore the ‘Connected Nations’ report showcasing a promising surge in “Full Fibre” reach across the UK, now covering 52%. However, a static picture emerges for “superfast broadband” stuck at 97%, while Gigabit broadband registers a rise, and changes in 3G usage towards obsolescence are also highlighted. Further, discussions on smart devices over-harvesting consumer data and potential changes in the nation’s broadband landscape spark curiosity.

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Telecom News | Week #36: Google Chrome design update, Apple smart glasses, Verizon NaSS for enterprises, Google unveils its Pixel 8 series.
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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #36

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Google Chrome’s desktop version is set for a Material You design update. Apple hints at traditional smart glasses development through a recent patent, complementing their Vision Pro headset. Verizon introduces a versatile Mobile Onsite Network-as-a-Service for enterprises, offering private networks, edge compute, SD-Wan, and satellite connectivity. Meanwhile, Google unveils its Pixel 8 series and teases the Pixel Watch 2 ahead of an October 4th launch event.

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Kcell is embarking on a seven-year mission to roll out 5G across the country with the expertise of Ericsson.
5G

Unveiling Kcell’s Vision: Pioneering 5G in Kazakhstan with Ericsson

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Kcell, Kazakhstan’s leading operator, is set to revolutionize the nation’s telecommunications landscape by launching a colossal seven-year 5G rollout plan with Ericsson at the helm. The mission includes a considerable shift towards a united Radio Access Network strategy merging 5G with existing networks, which proves to offer optimize utilization and smoother transition to advanced technology. Furthermore, this project incorporates Fixed Wireless Access, providing internet solutions in challenging terrains.

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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #35

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EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure has partnered with Zayo to enhance connectivity at its Santa Clara data center. Meanwhile, a US-led operation dismantled the Qakbot malware network, preventing further infections and seizing $8.6 million in cryptocurrency. Global roaming fraud is projected to cost $8 billion by 2028. KDDI and SpaceX plan to launch satellite-to-cellular services in Japan by 2024, bridging connectivity gaps in remote areas beyond 5G and 4G coverage.

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