Intel has announced a significant delay in constructing new chip manufacturing facilities in Germany and Poland, following disappointing Q2 financial results. This delay could impact Europe’s ambitions to bolster semiconductor production and reduce dependence on Chinese manufacturing.
Reliance Jio Infocomm has partnered with OnePlus to validate 5G network slicing at a new 5G lab in India. This innovative technique divides a single physical network into multiple virtual networks, enhancing the 5G experience.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated event, Email Camp. The free 3-day virtual event will take place from September 24-25, running each day from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm BST, featuring on-demand sessions each day.
Sparkle, Italy’s leading international service provider, partners with Nexim Global to boost global Internet connectivity. This collaboration, sealed at IBC2024, leverages Nexim’s 8,600 km fiber network and Sparkle’s IP Transit in Milan. Customers will benefit from high-speed, low-latency Internet and advanced DDoS protection, enhancing their online experience.
American Tower Corporation has completed the sale of its Indian operations to Data Infrastructure Trust for INR 210 billion ($2.5 billion). This significant move enhances DIT’s portfolio to 257,000 telecom sites, surpassing Indus Tower.
Logicalis has announced remarkable progress in its environmental sustainability efforts, as detailed in the Responsible Business Report 2024. Notable achievements include a 27% reduction in scope 1 emissions and a 17% reduction in scope 2 emissions. These efforts align with Logicalis’s goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is propelling the mobile Internet of Things (IoT) sector with a robust plan to enhance supply chains, foster innovation, and boost industrial value. This strategy targets intelligent vehicles, healthcare, and smart homes, aiming to achieve 3.6 billion mobile IoT connections by 2027.
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns about the Vodafone and Three merger, fearing it could harm competition and lead to higher prices for mobile customers. The CMA highlights the potential for reduced services and data offerings. Despite promises of better network quality and enhanced 5G, the CMA remains skeptical.
The recent rollout of full-fibre broadband in South Wiltshire under Project Gigabit marks a significant advancement for rural connectivity. With Wessex Internet’s efforts in Stapleford, homes and businesses will experience speeds up to 10Gbps. This strategic move ensures hard-to-reach communities benefit from superior internet capabilities, fostering growth and opportunities.
Sparkle, an international service provider, and Airtel Business have partnered to enhance VoIP connectivity between Asia and Europe via the Blue & Raman Submarine Cable Systems. This strategic agreement promises to diversify and expand global network capacity, catering to increasing data demands and ensuring seamless VoIP services for businesses and consumers.
