Unprecedented in telecommunications, the Amitié subsea cable system, an alliance effort of Aqua Comms, Meta, Microsoft, and Vodafone, provides a major boost to international connectivity. This groundbreaking line, stretching an impressive 6,783 km, links Boston directly with Europe, heralding a new era for cross-continental communication. Equipped with unmatched versatility and a notable capacity of 400 Tbps, this project paves the way for a more connected digital future globally.
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.
Dell’ Oro Group has adjusted its predictions for the global Open RAN market share, a decision marking a first for the research company. They stress the necessary transformation in the RAN market will be far from smooth, while also affirming Open RAN’s permanence. Europe demonstrates a cautious approach, leaning more towards traditional RAN in 5G setups. Past bullish forecasts have not dramatically influenced the industry, prompting RAN providers to investigate alternative avenues with brownfield operators. Despite minor signs of rapid progression, Open RAN’s maturity in this field remains uncertain.
Leading communications and networking provider, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE), has introduced Rainbow™ Hub in the UK, an innovative cloud-based Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) solution. This cutting-edge offering combines the power of Unified Communications (UC) and Private Branch Exchange (PBX) solutions into a single, fully cloud-based service. By embracing Rainbow Hub, businesses can say goodbye to the hassle of physical PBX systems, freeing up resources that can be directed towards critical operations and value-added initiatives.
As the summer season begins in the northern hemisphere, severe heatwaves have already engulfed multiple regions worldwide, posing challenges to data center operators who grapple with internal heat generation. The experts at Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure solutions, have released updated guidance to tackle the rising threats associated with extreme heat. Climate change, coupled with the El Niño weather pattern, has resulted in the past eight years becoming the hottest on record. This year, forecasts anticipate 2023 to witness record-
The Competition and Markets Authority, UK’s competition watchdog, leans towards approving Broadcom’s monumental $61 billion takeover of VMware, after an in-depth Phase 2 investigation. The pivotal concern was whether it would discourage innovation due to reduced competition in the server market. However, the analysis suggests that competition in UK’s server hardware component supply won’t be notably hindered by the deal. This takes Broadcom a step closer to becoming one of the world’s largest server virtualisation software suppliers.
Vodafone UK announces more accessible and fixed-rate wireless options amid the routine living costs in the UK, further bolstering its reputation as a company committed to social tariffs. This latest offering serves as a beacon of hope for families under financial strain, with an impressive broadband speed, zero installation fees, and an escape clause without extra charges. However, critics caution that this may not be the most affordable deal available, despite being from a mainstream provider.
Ribbon Communications Inc., a leading global provider of real-time communications technology and IP optical networking solutions, has made a significant announcement regarding its collaboration with Beanfield, a major player in the Canadian telecommunications industry. Ribbon revealed that Beanfield is leveraging its cutting-edge solution, Ribbon Connect for Operator Connect, to enhance and streamline the deployment of Operator Connect for Microsoft Teams, a move aimed at modernizing and fortifying their networks.
China Mobile showcased its decade of Network Function Virtualization (NFV) innovations at the recent MWC Shanghai, demonstrating how this swift, stealthy technology is redefining the telecommunications landscape. NFV, simplifying network operations by converting physical services into virtual ones, offers benefits like operational efficiency and cost reduction. However, the integration of NFV comes with its hurdles including disrupting long-established procedures and system stability. Nonetheless, the prospect of streamlining network operations and bolstering future technological advancements underscores the appeal of overcoming such obstacles.
As companies globally adopt innovative strategies, leveraging considerable commercial benefits from their 5G investments is at the forefront. Pioneered by Chinese service providers, the paradigm shift towards traffic value-based operations has significantly enhanced revenue. Unique 5G experiences such as ultra-high speed and low latency have unlocked new function scenarios, exemplified by the booming live broadcast industry in China. Meanwhile, European and Middle East counterparts effectively implement rate-based charging models, showcasing the versatility of the 5G platform. This status quo suggests that as we advance, the necessity to adapt traffic value-oriented operations for effective monetization becomes paramount, opening new revenue vistas and novel business models.
