Microsoft has sold its former private 5G unit, Metaswitch, to Alianza, signaling a shift in its telecom strategy. While Microsoft’s 5G efforts struggled, this deal enables Alianza to modernize telecom infrastructure for over 1,000 service providers, enhancing cloud-native and AI-driven services.
The new edge data center in Pilbara is revolutionizing local industries’ data processing capabilities, eliminating the 1,600-kilometer trek to Perth. This cutting-edge facility, initiated by NEXTDC and Vertiv, addresses latency issues and empowers sectors like mining with metro-level compute power and advanced cloud services.
Nokia has unveiled a groundbreaking 5G-enabled Nokia 360 Camera designed for Industry 4.0 applications. Featuring immersive 8K streaming and connectivity via 5G, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet, this camera blends cutting-edge virtual reality capabilities with robust durability.
Hexa Capital Consultancy and Equinix have teamed up to enhance Asia-Pacific to U.S. connectivity via the groundbreaking MYUS cable. Targeting the burgeoning digital demands in Southeast Asia, this collaboration utilizes Equinix’s strategic data centers and a high-capacity fibre optic link to empower seamless international data connectivity.
IBM and Samsung are poised to secure a £900 million contract for the UK’s Emergency Services Network, an essential move to modernize communication systems for emergency services. This development challenges BT’s previous dominance in the sector.
Toll-free numbers have been a staple of business communications for decades. They allow customers to call an enterprise without incurring charges, and are a proven way to help drive growth, enhance service, expand customer knowledge, and project corporate reliability. These phone numbers have been widely adopted not only by large corporations but also by small businesses, non-profits, and government agencies, underscoring their versatility and importance across diverse sectors. Today, there are over 44 million toll-free numbers in use in the US. However, the future of toll-free phone numbers is a topic of much debate in the ever-evolving landscape of digital communications. Despite the rapid growth of internet-based communication methods such as email, social media platforms, and chatbots, toll-free numbers still hold a significant place in business communications. This article explores the uses, importance and enduring benefits of toll-free numbers, and why businesses will continue to rely on them in the…
In an unprecedented move, the US FCC seeks to enhance cybersecurity for telecom operators, addressing vulnerabilities exposed by a severe hack. With a focus on advanced cyber defenses, the FCC proposes stringent rules compelling carriers to fortify their networks against sophisticated threats.
The U.S. Department of Commerce has tightened restrictions on China’s access to advanced semiconductors critical for military and AI technologies. New rules target manufacturing equipment, high-bandwidth memory, and compliance measures while adding 140 entities to the Entity List.
O2 Telefonica is breaking new ground in the telecommunications industry by embracing quantum technology. With its pioneering pilot project alongside AWS and Telefonica Tech, O2 Telefonica aims to enhance mobile network performance and establish advanced security standards.
Equinix boosts its renewable energy portfolio with a new power purchase agreement (PPA) with Sembcorp Power. This strategic move secures 58.5 MWp of solar energy in Singapore, advancing the commitment to sustainability.
