China Unicom Chongqing and Huawei’s revolutionary Alps-WDM+OSU trial commercial use promises enhanced network capabilities and user experience. The technology offers increased bandwidth, reduced latency, optimized operations, and green development, paving the way for future all-optical transport networks.
Explore the thriving IT industry channel in 2023, featuring an array of technology solutions, new market players, and evolving customer habits. With a focus on customer experience and cybersecurity services, channel firms continue to adapt, maintaining profitability in a dynamic landscape.
Ericsson and Telia join forces to establish the Baltics’ first enterprise 5G network at a key supply site in Estonia, aiming to enhance productivity, agility, and sustainability, while enabling connected use cases like asset monitoring, digital twins, and more. This collaboration also boosts Ericsson’s growing private 5G offerings and emphasizes the potential of private 5G networks in driving innovation across various industries.
Verizon’s innovative deal with infrastructure specialist Vertical Bridge promises accelerated 4G and 5G deployment in the US, showcasing a unique tower leasing model that fosters collaboration and transforms mobile tower management.
Three UK experiences 5% revenue increase in Q1, but CEO Robert Finnegan calls for market structural change to boost returns. High 5G rollout costs challenge the industry, while a potential merger with Vodafone looms on the horizon.
CRTC’s recent ruling mandates Canada’s major mobile network operators to provide MVNO access to regional competitors, aiming to accelerate competition and affordable options. However, this hybrid MVNO approach excludes smaller players without spectrum ownership or networks.
Nord Security partners with Intelisys, enabling their community to access comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for businesses and consumers, as companies adapt to the changing landscape of network protection amid the rise in remote work.
IBM’s Quantum Safe portfolio, launched at the Think conference, addresses emerging security risks from quantum computing advancements. Offering enhanced protection against potential quantum-powered cyberattacks, this suite of tools and roadmap aims to guide organizations through the post-quantum era.
TELUS becomes the first North American CSP awarded ‘Running on ODA’ status, joining global giants in utilizing Open Digital Architecture to transform into agile digital organizations. Achieving cost and time reductions, TELUS delivers enhanced customer experience through cloud-native, vendor-agnostic solutions.
Ooma Office enhances productivity for small-to-medium-sized businesses with new advanced features, such as Call Screening, Distinctive Ringtones, and more. Offering efficient tools to manage calls, texts, faxes, and videoconferences at no extra cost.


