Nokia, a leading telecommunications equipment provider, has secured a significant deal with German alternative network operator Deutsche Glasfaser to enhance its fixed access and IP network services. This partnership aims to expand Deutsche Glasfaser’s existing network infrastructure to reach a target of 6 million homes, tripling its current coverage of 2 million homes across Germany.
Samsung and O2 Telefonica have unveiled their inaugural virtualised RAN (vRAN) and Open RAN commercial site in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, marking a significant milestone in Germany’s mobile network evolution. This deployment represents the premiere integration of Samsung’s 5G vRAN technology into a German commercial network.
NEC launches “NEC cotomi Pro” and “NEC cotomi Light,” advanced gen AI models. Lumos will be acquired by a joint venture of EQT and T-Mobile to expand high-speed internet access. CEA-Leti leads EU projects 6G-DISAC and 6G-GOALS, revolutionizing 6G technology through smart networks. Sanas obtained a patent for its Real-Time Accent Conversion AI Technology, enabling call center agents to adapt accents and reduce background noise. GlobalData’s report highlights how startups are innovating in AI-driven medical diagnostics, IT management, and financial operations.
Tarifica’s Data Dive analysis is spotlighting the significant roles of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and fiber technology in escalating global internet connectivity. While fiber offers incomparable speed and reliability, FWA presents a cost-effective alternative where cabled installations are infeasible.
A recent study conducted by Cradlepoint, a subsidiary of Ericsson, shed light on the crucial role of connectivity infrastructure in driving revenue growth for businesses. According to the report, a staggering 98% of technology decision-makers anticipate a revenue increase averaging 19% if they enhance their connectivity systems.
Telefonica Deutschland recently conducted a successful trial of 5G RedCap devices, promising to revolutionize IoT connectivity. Offering increased data rates, minimal latency, and longer battery life, this development is one step closer towards creating a smoother and more efficient IoT field.
In an era where voice calls still hold a significant place, a rising wave of voice fraud threatens to shatter this trust. With a shocking 16% of UK consumers falling victim to phone scams last year, global figures paint a worrisome picture. The fact that this issue is not fleeting, the average UK consumer receiving roughly four fraudulent calls per month in 2023, only heightens the concerns.
RingCentral, Inc. (NYSE: RNG), a prominent provider of AI-driven cloud business communications, made a significant announcement at Enterprise Connect 2024 in Orlando. The company introduced the latest iteration of its native, AI-powered contact center, RingCX™, highlighting its extensive feature set, expanded global availability, increased adoption rates, and new CRM integrations.
Vodafone Germany is set to reduce its workforce by 2,000 in the next two years as part of a cunning organizational restructuring strategy. These significant shifts aim to transform the telecom titan into a “simpler, faster, leaner, and more powerful” operation.
In a significant development for digital infrastructure, the United Kingdom has emerged as a leader in the expansion of full fibre networks across Europe. Recent statistics have highlighted the country’s swift advancement in deploying fibre to homes, surpassing all European counterparts in the annual growth rate. Over the past year until September 2023, the UK has extended its fibre network to an additional 4.7 million households.
