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In a strategic move to expand its enterprise customer base, Sky Business is reportedly eyeing the acquisition of TT Business Direct Limited, TalkTalk’s B2B service catering to 80,000 corporate clients. This proposed acquisition is a fallout of TalkTalk’s ongoing struggle to stabilize its financial conditions, with debts amounting to over £1.1 billion. The company’s asset liquidation could potentially disrupt the UK telecoms market, an exciting possibility that will be discussed in depth at this year’s Connected Britain conference.

In a first for the region, Ericsson and Australian operator TPG are creating a cloud-native AI-powered analytics tool, designed specifically to streamline 4G and 5G networks. With the power to predict and fix performance issues in real-time, this tool aims to enhance response times to network issues and reduce reliance on complex infrastructure analysis. Showcasing TPG as an early adopter, this technology also enhances network flexibility as usage increases, allowing for tracking of around five million subscribers.

In today’s fast-paced and competitive business landscape, resellers are constantly seeking ways to differentiate themselves, establish a strong brand identity and offer unique value propositions to their customers. White label Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) solutions have emerged as a powerful tool for resellers looking to gain a competitive edge in the telecommunications market.

In an unprecedented move, China has taken decisive action against personal data breaches, closing a staggering number of cases while also unveiling draft laws to regulate facial recognition technology. Over the past three years, Chinese law enforcement has effectively shut down 36,000 instances of personal data violations, leading to the detention of 64,000 suspects, as per the Ministry of Public Security. These efforts are part of a broader initiative launched in 2020 to govern online activities, resulting in the seizure of more than 30 million SIM cards and 300 million “illegal” internet accounts.

Five9, the renowned provider of the Intelligent CX Platform, has unveiled its plans to acquire Aceyus, a prominent player in advanced data integration and analytics. The announcement comes as Five9 continues to bolster its capabilities and expand its market presence in the realm of customer experience solutions. Aceyus is recognized for its comprehensive suite of pre-built integrations, which enable the aggregation of data from various sources.

In a groundbreaking move, Zoom Video Communications has unveiled its state-of-the-art London Engagement Hub, situated in the heart of Holborn, London. The new hub is poised to revolutionize the way we work, championing experiential working hubs supported by cutting-edge technology. This announcement marks a significant stride towards modernizing the workplace as we know it.

Verizon Business and HCLTech shake hands in a significant $2.1 billion deal, blending Verizon’s renowned technological capabilities with HCLTech’s Managed Network Services. The partnership is geared to invigorate clients’ operations with next-gen technologies, buttressing the modernization of service delivery and putting Verizon on the fast track to revitalizing its fixed-line business. Following this, major portions of Verizon’s operations will smoothly transition to HCLTech.

The Q2 global market growth for cloud infrastructure services showed a flourishing trend, although at a slightly reduced rate from Q1. The noteworthy strides are largely linked to evolving spending habits, with AI expected to power considerable growth soon. Amazon and Microsoft demonstrate this shift, announcing AI-focused programs in response to the rising demand. Nevertheless, mastering AI implementation comes via strategic partnerships, open to those willing to forward AI applications.

The Biden Administration’s ambitious $2 trillion infrastructure plan injects considerable capital into US chip production, with the aim of bolstering national security and reducing reliance on foreign manufacturers. Last year, the US produced only 12% of the world’s chips, highlighting a dependency on international manufacturers, primarily in Asia. Intel emerges as a key beneficiary of this investment, declaring over $43.5 billion towards manufacturing units across the US. Yet, for some companies, the journey remains fraught with caution as they await the federal funding.