In a major regulatory shift, Telstra faces a $1.5 million fine from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) due to severe identity verification lapses. This highlights the critical need for strong security measures to counter SIM swap fraud, costing millions annually.
South Korean telecommunications leader SKT is enhancing its position in artificial intelligence with a $200 million investment in Smart Global Holdings. By acquiring a significant stake, SKT strengthens its AI infrastructure capabilities. This strategic move underscores SKT’s commitment to evolving as a global AI powerhouse, integrated with cutting-edge Nvidia GPU technology.
Cornish ISP Wildanet has secured £35 million from UK Infrastructure Bank to expand their fibre-to-the-premise network. This funding aims to connect an additional 20,000 homes and businesses in Cornwall, enhancing connectivity and driving economic growth.
Chinese telecom engineers claim to have built the world’s first 6G field test network, as reported by China Daily. This experimental network demonstrates advancements in communication capacity and efficiency, leveraging existing 4G infrastructure. China aims to commercialize 6G by 2030, aspiring to set technology standards by 2025.
Germany has officially banned critical components from Chinese telecom firms Huawei and ZTE in its 5G network infrastructure, citing security concerns. German telecommunications companies must eliminate Chinese equipment from core networks by 2026 and from 5G access and transport networks by 2029.
Spanish telecom giant Telefonica and Digi have signed a 16-year mobile network agreement effective January 1, 2025. This deal enhances their collaboration, covering National Roaming and RAN sharing services. By leveraging Telefonica’s superior infrastructure, Digi can transition from an MVNO to a full-fledged MNO, ensuring high-quality VoIP services.
MasOrange has launched its 5G Standalone (SA) network at the Port of Barcelona, revolutionizing mobility services. This innovative 5G deployment promises ultra-low latency, enabling precise operations and extensive real-time tracking. With a 3.6 million euro investment, the network enhances connectivity, benefiting port operations, security, and surveillance through comprehensive 5G coverage.
Global InterXchange (GIX) has unveiled a state-of-the-art dark fiber route across the Hudson River, the first in 20 years. Connecting key hubs in New York and New Jersey, this network utilizes advanced fiber technologies to offer ultra-low latency and high-speed connectivity.
Sparkle’s new Point of Presence (PoP) at Aruba’s Hyper Cloud Data Centre in Rome enhances VoIP connectivity, strengthening Rome as a global hub linking Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. This collaboration boosts Sparkle’s BlueMed cable, delivering high-speed VoIP services through advanced, renewable-powered infrastructure.
Nokia has been chosen to supply Norlys with its complete mobile core network and managed services. This partnership will enhance the performance and reliability of Norlys’ 4G and 5G networks in Denmark. Utilizing Red Hat OpenShift and Nokia’s Cloud Platform, the deployment promises scalable and secure infrastructure solutions for advanced voice and data services.
