Axiom Space and Nokia are teaming up to revolutionize lunar communication by integrating 4G/LTE technology into the next-generation spacesuits for NASA’s Artemis III mission. This partnership will enable high-speed data transfer, HD video, and voice communication on the lunar surface.
AST SpaceMobile is gearing up for a significant milestone with the upcoming launch of its first commercial satellites. Set for early August, the five new Bluebird satellites will enhance the company’s ability to offer non-continuous commercial VoIP services. Once deployed in low Earth orbit, these satellites will revolutionize remote mobile coverage via direct-to-device communications.
Sinch has introduced the Sinch Omnichannel Connector on Salesforce AppExchange, enhancing customer engagement for Salesforce Marketing Cloud users. This innovative tool integrates seamlessly with Salesforce, allowing businesses to broaden their communication reach across numerous channels like RCS, WhatsApp, Instagram, and more.
Ooma, Inc., a leading communications platform, has introduced its AirDial® service in Canada, providing a crucial solution for businesses affected by the phase-out of Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) across the country. The move comes as major Canadian providers like Bell Canada and TELUS are set to decommission their copper networks, marking the rapid decline of POTS nationwide. This “copper sunset” poses challenges for businesses reliant on POTS for critical equipment such as fire alarms, elevators, and building entry systems.
Infobip, the global cloud communications platform, and Nokia today announced a partnering agreement that will enable the global developer community to leverage both companies’ Application Programmable Interface (API) platforms to build a wider array of telco network powered applications faster for consumer, enterprise and industrial customers.
Lycamobile, a multinational MVNO hailing from London, is raising serious accusations against T-Mobile, their US network partner since 2012. They cite considerable hurdles in acquiring basic services like eSIM and access to T-Mobile’s 5G standalone architecture. Lycamobile’s stance escalates further; by urging regulatory bodies to halt T-Mobile’s looming acquisitions, they imply an uneven playing field. Meanwhile, T-Mobile, combating allegations of litigation as a diversion, asks that Lycamobile’s claims be dismissed.
Australia’s National Broadband Network (NBN) has marked a historic milestone by utilizing cutting-edge 100G PON technology to achieve speeds of 83 Gbps on its live full fibre access network. This breakthrough, claimed as a world first, signifies a significant leap in broadband capabilities for Australian consumers.
In an evocative change for the telecom industry, French magnate Xavier Niel is looking to buy Datagroup-Volia, Ukraine’s top fixed telecom and pay TV provider. This big move, in the works through Niel’s NJJ company, comes complete with regulatory approval. The Ukrainian firm is a significant player, controlled primarily by a fund run by Horizon Capital.
The transformative growth of AI is undeniably impressive but raises several concerns. Despite their potential for innovation, GenAI advancements could blur the line between fact and fiction, adding to the challenge of distinguishing authentic information. NTT calls for flexible but robust regulations to manage potential threats to trust and democracy, citing the need for education, copyright updates, and content labelling.
Nokia and Vodafone have recently achieved a significant milestone in internet technology, claiming to have conducted the world’s first trial of L4S technology over an end-to-end PON (Passive Optical Network). This breakthrough, they assert, holds the potential to eradicate lag during activities such as gaming and video calls.
