To compete with Facebook’s Messenger and WhatsApp as well as Apple’s iMessages, Google is looking for bold new ideas. They have had a number of failures in this area, having tried Talk, Hangouts and Allo! But for an American company, there’s no such thing as failure – there’s just the gaining of experience. Looking forward, Google will focus on delivering their new calling and messaging system called “Chat.” Chat aims to replace SMS, and uses the RCS protocol (Rich Communication Service) to achieve its goals. With Chat, users no longer need to download an application and keep that application updated, and the open-source nature of the RCS protocol will make this platform accessible to developers. According to The Verge media publication, more than 60 companies all over the world, including developers and operators such as Orange, Samsung and Asus have already committed to supporting Chat. For its part, Google promises…
Nokia’s acquisition of Rapid’s assets marks a strategic enhancement of its network API portfolio, crucial for advancing Nokia’s position in the 5G landscape. This move accelerates software development and boosts interoperability, enabling telecom companies to maximize returns.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is excited to announce that RCS can now be provisioned using our Sinch Customer Dashboard, expanding the number of tools available for businesses to get started with RCS quickly and seamlessly. With its suite of APIs and user-friendly solutions, Sinch is helping businesses take advantage of RCS at scale, making messaging more interactive, engaging, and accessible.
The escalating energy consumption by data centers poses critical challenges, with cooling systems driving immense power usage. As data centers expand, particularly to support emerging technologies like generative AI, power demands are mushrooming.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is pleased to have been named as an Established Leader in RCS Business Messaging by research firm Juniper Research. Sinch has been recognized for its superior product and positioning, and unmatched capacity and capability.
Nokia collaborates with Hrvatski Telekom to enhance 5G capabilities and empower app developers through advanced APIs. By leveraging Nokia’s Network as Code platform, developers can monetize 5G technology, driving innovation in consumer, enterprise, and industrial applications.
Ericsson and global operators like Vodafone and AT&T have launched a joint venture to commercialize network APIs globally. This initiative aims to standardize API offerings, fostering innovation and monetization in the 5G era. By collaborating with major players such as Vonage and Google Cloud, the venture promises to revolutionize the voice over IP (VoIP) landscape.
EE has launched its 5GSA mobile network across 15 UK cities, including London, Manchester, and Glasgow, aiming to enhance mobile coverage and performance. Alongside this, the new Wi-Fi 7 Smart Hub Pro promises superior home broadband speeds and connectivity. These advancements position EE as a forefront leader in the UK’s cellular network arena.