Proximus and Thales have secured a vital contract to revamp NATO’s Communications and Information Agency’s IT systems, anticipated to enhance security and connectivity. This initiative, pivotal for NCIA, includes deploying secure cloud infrastructure and Wi-Fi, alongside vital services like cybersecurity and networking, ensuring efficient, forward-looking operations through 2029.
Viasat launched its Digital Bus solution in Brazil, partnering with Satélite Norte to bring reliable Wi-Fi to buses via satellite and cellular networks. Tested on routes between Goiânia and São Paulo, the system improves passenger experience, fleet management, and offers new advertising and feedback tools.
Vodafone Idea has launched 5G services in Bengaluru as part of its nationwide rollout, partnering with Samsung Electronics to upgrade its network. The collaboration includes advanced technologies like Massive MIMO and virtualized components, enhancing connectivity while maintaining 2G support.
Qualcomm is enhancing its footprint in Vietnam with a new AI R&D center, boosting the nation’s AI, semiconductor, and digital transformation ambitions. This integration strengthens tech cooperation, fostering Vietnam’s position in Southeast Asia’s AI landscape by 2030.
Ericsson and Supermicro join forces to advance edge AI, combining 5G, SD-WAN, and powerful computing platforms. Their integrated solutions enable real-time data processing for industries like retail, healthcare, and manufacturing, even in remote areas. This partnership allows enterprises to overcome wired connection limits and deploy AI workloads flexibly and efficiently.
Nokia’s collaboration with defense giant Leonardo marks a pivotal expansion of its private 4G and 5G capabilities, targeting critical industries like public safety and defense. This Europe-made solution features high-security, real-time communication, vital for rigorous industry demands.
Amazon will invest $20 billion to expand AI infrastructure in Pennsylvania, creating thousands of jobs through new data centers in Luzerne and Bucks Counties. The initiative includes renewable energy projects and adds to AWS’s global AI expansion, with CEO Andy Jassy calling AI the biggest technology shift in business since the internet.
Ericsson has landed a significant contract with Bharti Airtel to manage its nationwide 4G and 5G network services in India through a centralized network operations center. This multi-year partnership will leverage AI-driven automation to efficiently manage 5G infrastructures, including non-standalone and standalone networks.
Samsung is set to launch its innovative AI-powered coding assistant, Cline, designed to boost productivity and accelerate AI integration within its operations. The Korean tech powerhouse aims for a July rollout, enhancing coding capabilities with natural language instructions.
Qualcomm plans to acquire Alphawave Semi for $2.4 billion, boosting its data center chip ambitions. The deal enhances Qualcomm’s CPU and NPU offerings, expands its AI capabilities, and aligns with partnerships like Nvidia and Humain. Despite potential licensing challenges, the move strengthens Qualcomm’s position in the growing AI and data center markets.
