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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.

Broadband

Funding Shift: Balancing Broadband Affordability and Digital Inclusion

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 21, 2023

ITIF urges a reevaluation of U.S. broadband programs in favor of the significant Affordable Connectivity Programme (ACP), aiming to give low-income households internet access. Predictions show funds will be depleted by 2024, necessitating a yearly investment between $5-$6 billion, potentially sourced from outdated programs. Despite appearing feasible, the report warns digital divide issues require more than funding, including digital literacy initiatives. Unveil the evolving connectivity panorama in our upcoming Connected America conference.

5G

Navigating Nokia’s Revenue Shift Amid 5G Rollouts and Capex Trends

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 21, 2023

In a recently revealed Q2 report, Nokia showed flat sales at €5.7 billion year over year, suggesting reduced capital expenditure by operators. Interestingly, while a 5% sales growth in Nokia’s Mobile Networks unit occurred, a troubling 6% decline at the Network Infrastructure division offset this boost. With stark contrasts across regions, North American sales notably dropped by 42% as 5G deployments slowed, while energetic 5G deployments in India couldn’t adequately balance the losses. Mirroring these figures, Ericsson too reported a 9% year over year decrease in Q2 revenue. A gloomy yet realistic outlook from Nokia’s CEO Pekka Lundmark, coupled with analyst firm Dell’Oro’s forecast on the shrinking RAN predictions, suggests telecommunications could be in for a turbulent few years.

Telecom News

Coping with Extreme Heat in Data Centers: Tips from Cooling Experts

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 20, 2023

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-

Telecom News

Navigating Economic Change: Telecom Giants Influencing UK Policy

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 19, 2023

The UK’s newly established business council brings together heads of fourteen industry behemoths like AstraZeneca, NatWest Group, and Vodafone, offering insights to the Prime Minister on critical economic matters. It’s interesting that Google DeepMind is the only exception to the FTSE 100 list; also significant is the vocal Vodafone inclusion, led by CEO Margherita Della Valle, along with the impending departure of BT’s CEO Philip Jansen amidst a period of shrinkage. The absence of SME representation on the council has fueled criticism, underscoring the complexity and potential bias in shaping Britain’s economic future.

Telecom News

Texas State Aquarium Partners with Spectrum Enterprise to Revolutionize Wildlife Rescue Operations

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 18, 2023

In a groundbreaking partnership, Spectrum Enterprise, a division of Charter Communications, Inc., has joined forces with the Texas State Aquarium, a nonprofit organization based in Corpus Christi, Texas. The aquarium has embraced Spectrum Enterprise’s advanced technology solutions to revolutionize its wildlife rescue operations and elevate its onsite veterinary care.Attracting over half a million visitors annually, the Texas State Aquarium is renowned for its captivating displays of mammal, bird, and marine life.

5G

Exploring Zeekr’s 5G Factory: Redefining Customization Amid Challenges

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 17, 2023

Outpacing the global auto industry, Zeekr, a subsidiary of Geely, has launched a groundbreaking 5G-enabled factory in Ningbo, China. Developed alongside China Unicom Zhejiang, this advanced facility leverages 5G for superior data processing, revolutionizing car manufacturing customizability. However, obstacles such as infrastructure robustness and data security come with the territory of employing 5G in production processes. Nonetheless, the potential of this intelligent blend of automotive and digital tech seems irresistible, prompting worldwide industry attention towards Zeekr’s trendsetting venture.

Telecom News

Illuminating Data Transfer: Assessing LiFi’s Potential & Limitations

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

Taking a bold stride in data transfer innovation, the IEEE has sanctioned the 802.11bb standard, also known as LiFi. This game-changing technology uses light waves instead of radio frequencies, virtually turning an LED lightbulb into a data transmission hub. While promising high bandwidth and added security, LiFi does require line-of-sight connections, which may limit its practical applications. Industry leaders see this as more of an adjunct technology to WiFi rather than a direct competitor.

Telecom News

Vodafone’s Edge-Based CDN: Enhancing Streaming Experience for Europe and Africa

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 13, 2023

Vodafone is poised to offer enhanced streaming experiences to its European and African customers thanks to an edge-based content delivery network (CDN) solution. Developed in collaboration with partners Cisco and Qwilt, this technology simplifies CDN management and allows cached video content and applications to be more accessible to the end-user. The benefits? Responsiveness, agility, and improved access for content owners. The solution thrives on the Streaming Video Technology Alliance’s Open Caching Standard, merging multiple content caches to improve user experience.

Telecom News

UK’s Fiber Future: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 11, 2023

As the UK’s fibre landscape intensifies with rising competition, leading players are racing to expand gigabit-capable broadband nationwide. Noteworthy, alternative network providers, referred to as “AltNets”, are displaying proactive strategies to swiftly deploy networks. On the other hand, traditional companies are recognising opportunities in fibre rollout, as seen in Openreach’s pricing approach of their wholesale lines.