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India: a need for better telecom infrastructures

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Telecom Secretary in India, Aruna Sundarajan expressed concerns about the country’s lack of quality mobile network services. She pointed out the fact that more towers and fiberisation is needed to follow the growth of subscribers. She said, during the second 5G India conference, “In a country where data is growing at 500 per cent, we need much more infrastructure. You need at least double the number of towers, at least double the size of fibre. Otherwise, where will the quality come from? So, they (operators) are working on that We are driving down hard on the service quality areas. We are beginning to see visible changes as a result of it. But it is not enough.” In a situation where call drops occur more often, falling service quality is concerning users and professionals. Manoj Sinha, the Telecom Minister, replied by confirming that the government is committed to “ensure quality of…

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Cooperation between HGC and China Telecom in optical fiber connection

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China Telecom (China Telecommunication Corporation) and HGC (formerly Hutchinson Global Communication) will be working together in building a carrier-to-carrier fiber optic connection on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. HGC, founded in 1992 under British ruling, is the leader in fixed-line operators. It also has an extensive number of infrastructures outside of Hong Kong. It is also one of Hong Kong’s main Wi-Fi provider with 29,000 hotspots. It is now owned by I Square Capital, under Asia Cube Global’s infrastructure. On the other hand, China Telecom is the most important state-owned telecommunication company in China. It manages the third largest broadband network in the world. Their internet offers has 160 million subscribers, and the customers’ number of their mobile service is 260 million. This Bridge connects Zhuhai, up north Macau, Macau itself and Hong Kong. It is set to open for vehicles on July 1rst 2018. It will also be used for…

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The LINX Nairobi network is set to expand into PAIX Data Centres, further bolstering its role as a premier Internet Exchange Point (IXP).
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LINX Nairobi Expands to PAIX Data Centers Enhancing Connectivity

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LINX Nairobi’s expansion into PAIX Data Centres elevates its status as East and Central Africa’s premier Internet Exchange Point. This strategic move supports seamless connections for ISPs and global content networks at PAIX’s Nairobi NBO-1 facility. The integration ensures resilient, high-capacity links, fostering Kenya’s digital growth and enhancing VOIP service reliability.

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Boldyn completed the acquisition of Apogee Telecom, a leading provider of on-campus connectivity in the US Higher Education sector.
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Boldyn Networks Expands US Presence with Apogee Telecom Acquisition

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Boldyn Networks has successfully completed the acquisition of Apogee Telecom, a leading provider of on-campus connectivity in the US Higher Education sector. This strategic move enhances Boldyn’s offerings in the education market by integrating Apogee’s extensive experience and strong reputation with Boldyn’s global expertise and comprehensive wireless and fiber solutions portfolio. The acquisition aligns with Boldyn’s ongoing commitment to improving connectivity across the United States, where the company has already invested billions of dollars.

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The newly released Report, a collaborative product of Altnets and ISPA, offers a detailed analysis of the UK full fibre broadband sector.
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Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in UK’s Full Fibre Sector

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Discover Altnets and ISPA’s newly launched report’s deep dive into UK’s full fibre broadband sector. Unearth historical setbacks and the transformative impact of procurement strategies in this detailed analysis. Insight-packed, it fosters understanding of the sector’s intricacies and highlights Altnets’ contribution to the gigabit broadband transition.

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VMO2 is set to bolster its workforce with 200 new roles, a prospect for those seeking to embark on careers in the dynamic telecoms industry.
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VMO2’s Ambitious Hiring Plan: Diverse Opportunities vs Shrinking Targets

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VMO2 is set to bolster its workforce with 200 new roles, an exciting prospect for those seeking to embark on careers in the dynamic telecommunications industry. While this initiative presents a pathway to cultivating vital skills and qualifications, the telecom giant’s stride in employment growth seems to have slowed following last year’s ambitious pledge.

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Telecom News | Week #29: Allot DNS Secure, Digital Locations, Veeam and Microsoft 365, Verizon new Internet solution, Bridewell's research.
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A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #29

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Allot Ltd. is chosen by a major Asian telecom operator to provide Allot DNS Secure, offering cybersecurity threat protection and parental control features to over 50 million customers. Digital Locations unveils technology to connect smartphones worldwide to high-speed Internet from satellites, promising commercial success. Veeam integrates Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 with Microsoft’s new 365 Backup. Verizon showcases a point-to-multipoint internet solution using mmWave spectrum, reducing costs and complexities. Bridewell’s research warns of environmental challenges amplifying cybersecurity risks for over 80% of U.S. critical infrastructure organizations.

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