The telecommunications sector leaps forward as KDDI and SpaceX bring a game-changing satellite-to-cellular service, intertwining mobile and satellite technologies. Leveraging SpaceX’s Starlink low-earth orbit satellites and KDDI’s national wireless spectrum, the partnership aims to expand urban connectivity into rural areas. While the innovation promises swift deployment and extensive coverage, it also poses challenges, including the need for costly, satellite-enabled handsets.
Nokia and Telecom Argentina announced a collaboration agreement in which Nokia’s Network as Code with developer portal will enable new developer-created use cases for consumer, enterprise, and industrial customers in Latin America markets. The agreement will help foster the GSMA’s Open Gateway ecosystem for network operations in Latin America.
AT&T’s CEO John Stankey has shed light on the massive service disruption on February 22nd. Revealing an incorrect protocol during network expansion as the cause, Stankey unveiled a testament of resilience. Meanwhile, AT&T plans to apply account credits to the most affected consumers and small businesses. The incident, affecting an estimated 75% of customers, triggered a swift restoration of service, notably prioritizing first responders.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is joining forces with TELUS to pioneer Canada’s inaugural 5G open radio access network (Open RAN), marking a significant advancement in the country’s mobile connectivity infrastructure. By supplying essential infrastructure across 3,000 locations, this collaboration aims to revolutionize the way Canadians connect, offering faster and more responsive mobile services.
The dynamic partnership of SKT, Deutsche Telekom, e&, Singtel, and now Softbank under the Global Telco AI Alliance aims to redefine telecommunication operations. Their focus? Engineering AI interfaces equipped with telecom-specific language models to enhance customer experiences and devise novel business strategies.
In the dynamic realm of modern business, connectivity is no longer a luxury but a vital necessity. With 5G and VoIP technologies leading the charge, a profound revolution is underway in telecommunications. This article delves into the synergy between 5G’s lightning-fast connectivity and VoIP’s versatile communication, poised to redefine business interactions.
In a significant development, Cisco and DISH Wireless have unveiled the testing phase of a pioneering network slicing technology designed for hybrid cloud setups. This cutting-edge solution, which leverages Cisco’s advanced hardware and software, promises to revolutionize how network traffic is managed, segmented, and optimized across different applications and use cases.
Bouygues Telecom is set to challenge the balance within French telecommunications with a €963.4 million bid to fully acquire La Poste Telecom. Currently split between La Poste Group and SFR, the potential ownership change will significantly boost Bouygues’ customer base and reinforce its position in both mobile and fixed services.
BT launched NB-IoT network covering 97% of the UK to boost IoT use in sectors like utilities and construction. Elisa and Nokia showcased 5G Advanced’s L4S technology, demonstrating its potential to improve connectivity. Nokia’s Virtual Power Plant Controller Software enables mobile operators to lower energy costs, earn revenue, and reduce carbon emissions. LeapXpert and ASC collaborate to offer a compliance recording solution for Microsoft Teams, enabling regulated external communications.
Moflix and NAGRAVISION are establishing a partnership to create an enablement platform for operators in the telco and broadcast media industries. Recognizing the need to extend propositions beyond video the partnership will equip operators with new opportunities through which to diversify their service offerings.
