Maxis and Huawei collaborate to advance 5G in Malaysia, launching a Joint Innovation Centre. Telecom Italia exits Inwit, selling its final stake for €250 million. Oracle partners with AT&T to integrate IoT connectivity into its platform. TalkTalk secures a £400m lifeline amid financial struggles and leadership changes.
Cisco’s Q4 and fiscal year 2024 results reflect a mixed performance with essential strategic shifts. The company generated $13.6 billion in quarterly revenue and $53.8 billion for the fiscal year. Cisco’s focus on AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, underpinned by key milestones like $1 billion in AI sales, underscores its future growth vision.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is excited to announce that MINDD, a Dutch medical technology company, has selected Sinch to develop an advanced AI-driven solution to safely pre-triage patients, significantly alleviating the overwhelming burden on medical practices.
In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses must adapt to mobile-first communication platforms to stay competitive. These platforms enhance flexibility, collaboration, and employee engagement by prioritizing mobile device usability, offering tools like instant messaging and video conferencing. With benefits like cost savings, improved customer service, and scalability, mobile-first platforms are essential for modern business success.
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.
8×8 has launched AI-enhanced features for its cloud contact center and unified communications platform. These new capabilities focus on improving customer satisfaction by enhancing self-service and enabling agents to handle complex queries effectively. However, delays in feature rollouts could harm 8×8’s competitive position and market reputation.
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.
Radware has launched EPIC-AI, an advanced AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize cybersecurity solutions. With state-of-the-art algorithms, EPIC-AI ensures precise, hands-free security for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. This innovative technology enhances protection accuracy, expedites resolution times, and reduces costs, addressing the increasing risk levels from automated cyber-attacks and regulatory complexities.
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.
Microsoft and Lumen Technologies are revolutionizing their data centers to meet AI-driven demand with an enhanced network infrastructure. Leveraging Microsoft Cloud, this partnership aims to accelerate Lumen’s digital transformation. The collaboration underscores the importance of robust networks in supporting AI applications, promising efficiency and innovation in VoIP and technology sectors.
