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Market Watch

Unraveling the Subsea Fibre Market: Opportunities Amid Challenges

By Kamile Bigenyte November 14, 2023

The allure of AI technology and its insatiable demand for data is sparking a new interest in fibre backbones. However, this digital evolution is revealing a myriad of challenges for newcomers, with the fibre industry grappling with economic pressures from inflation, supply chain disruptions and rising interest rates. While the European Union’s telecom mergers & acquisitions policy may offer consolidation opportunities, those venturing into this dynamic sector must be prepared for a landscape fraught with potent risk and complexity.

Infrastructure

New Padua-Vienna Network Route; Boosts Northern Italy’s Connectivity

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 14, 2023

RETN, a leading international network services provider, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest network connectivity route from Padua to Vienna. Leveraging the VSIX Padua Point of Presence (PoP), this newly established route is designed to strengthen internet utilisation in the Veneto region by fostering collaboration among local, national, and international Internet Service Providers.

Infrastructure

Unleashing the Hidden Potential of UK’s Fibre Cabinets

By Kamile Bigenyte November 14, 2023

As the UK aims for nationwide gigabit broadband by 2030, the often unnoticed, green telecom boxes are seen in a fresh light. No longer just unassuming eyesores, these versatile enclosures are revealing opportunities for additional revenue, environmental monitoring, security surveillance and more. But sponsorships for these expanded roles remain undetermined.

VoIP Fundamentals

Top 10 best SIP trunking providers

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 13, 2023

With a myriad of options available, choosing the right SIP trunking provider can be daunting. That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the top 10 best SIP trunking providers. This article provides an overview of key features, reliability, scalability, customer support, and pricing models. It gives you the necessary information to make an informed decision to transform your business communication infrastructure with this information.

Gadgets

Unveiling AI Pin: Wearable Tech Shaping Future Connectivity

By Kamile Bigenyte November 13, 2023

Emerging from the tech world, the AI Pin—an innovative, screen-free wearable gadget—incorporates artificial intelligence to facilitate verbal engagement and numerous other unique functionalities. Embedded into a shirt, it provides easy, hands-free access to information and personal communication. It features an unusual ability to support nutritional goals, leveraging computer vision technology to identify various food items. Functioning on the tailored OS, Cosmos, the AI Pin tries to simplify user interaction with AI, by veering away from the conventional method of downloading or launching apps. With no need for smartphone pairing and its claim of not eavesdropping on user’s conversations, it offers a fresh take on consumer technology.

News Roundup

A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #45

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 10, 2023

TELUS International and Five9 launch an advanced AI-powered Contact Center as a Service platform. Phonism integrates with Cisco’s Webex, providing cost-effective device management and streamlining collaboration. Viking Electronics endorses Ooma AirDial as a reliable POTS replacement, emphasizing wireless turnkey solutions. Cresta unveils AI enhancements for contact centers, driven by Large Language Models, promising unprecedented performance and productivity.

Security

Balancing Online Safety with Freedom: Examining Ofcom’s New Duties

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 10, 2023

Under the Online Safety Act, UK’s telecoms regulator Ofcom, gears up to reinforce online safety, focusing on protecting vulnerable users, especially children. Their proposed laws call for tech firms’ accountability, ensuring a thorough content governance to curb harmful material. They seek stakeholder feedback on their initial codes against illegal harms online, marking the end of harmful content and the dawn of user safety.

5G

5G Fixed Wireless Access: Bridging the Gap or Costly Solution?

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 10, 2023

As 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) evolves with its next phase, 5G Advanced, worldwide research indicates growth and potential for higher speeds and reduced latency. The Middle East currently showcases impressive progress with over 1.6 million 5G FWA users. Yet, debates exist over its future, exploring whether 5G FWA will remain an affordable alternative to fixed broadband or tap into its speed for new applications. Moreover, cost is a concern for Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) devices, considered a current hurdle in advancing 5G FWA.

AI

Samsung Galaxy AI: Revolutionizing Mobile Technology with Universal Intelligence

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 10, 2023

Samsung enters the mobile AI game with Galaxy AI, its latest invention aimed to revolutionize smartphone experiences. Powered by Samsung-developed on-device AI and a cloud-based system, it incorporates remarkable features like real-time audio and text translation during phone calls. Alongside this, Samsung excites with Samsung Gauss, dedicated to streamlining diverse tasks from coding assistance to content translation – a move promising profound impacts on our technology interactions.

5G

Unveiling the 5G Challenge: Bridging UK’s Urban-Rural Digital Divide

By Aiste Kryzanovske November 9, 2023

Almost half of Britain’s deprived rural areas lack access to 5G, according to a study by Vodafone. Urban communities fare better, but the digital divide remains significant. While this disparity supports Vodafone’s push for a merger with Three to improve coverage, government approval is still pending. Is this research merely a tactic to justify the merger, or does it genuinely highlight the urgent need for connectivity solutions in these regions?