Vodafone UK and Three UK’s merger advances with a newly appointed leadership team, led by future CEO Max Taylor. The team will oversee final merger stages, set to conclude soon.
Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Nokia to modernize its core network using cloud-native solutions. This upgrade enhances network performance, enables AI-driven automation, and supports low-latency applications like industrial automation.
Orange and Mistral AI are collaborating to drive AI advancement in Europe. Utilizing Mistral AI’s technologies, Orange will enhance network optimization, traffic management, and personalized AI solutions.
CityFibre reported its first full-year profit in 2024, with a 34% revenue increase to £134 million. The company expanded its network to 4.3 million premises and secured £865 million from Project Gigabit.
DIDWW has expanded its number porting services to include Hungarian local, national, and toll-free DID numbers. This enhancement enables businesses to seamlessly transfer numbers and leverage DIDWW’s two-way SIP trunking for reliable communication.
Ciena and Telia Norway have completed the Nordics’ first live 1.6 Tb/s data transmission trial over a challenging Oslo-Trondheim route using Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) technology. This innovation enhances efficiency and supports AI-driven networks.
KDDI has joined the Aduna API joint venture, reinforcing its commitment to open network innovation. Partnering with telecom giants like Vodafone and AT&T, Aduna fosters cross-industry collaboration.
AT&T topped RootMetrics’ second-half 2024 network testing for overall performance at national and state levels. However, Verizon and T-Mobile outpaced AT&T in 5G capabilities. While AT&T excelled in reliability and speed, Verizon led in 5G experience, and T-Mobile dominated availability.
DIDWW, a global VoIP and SIP trunking provider, will exhibit at the Channel Partners Conference & Expo 2025 in Las Vegas from March 24-27. Attendees can explore DIDWW’s advanced voice and SMS solutions at booth No. 1158, including its cloud PBX and extensive phone number coverage.
The Iliad Group’s $3 billion investment in AI infrastructure promises a transformative leap in the telecommunications sector. By focusing on AI-centric data centers and computing resources, Iliad is setting a trend for telecom companies diving into AI.
