Soracom, a KDDI division, has integrated generative AI into its cellular IoT platform, launching Soracom Flux and Soracom Query Intelligence. These tools simplify IoT deployments, empowering non-technical users to manage data and connectivity efficiently. Enhanced with AI, these services promise to revolutionize how industries implement and manage IoT networks.
Sinch unveils Sinch AI, revolutionizing customer engagement with AI-powered tools in its Customer Communications Cloud. This innovation promises smarter, safer, and more efficient communication, setting a high standard in the competitive market. Sinch AI enhances marketing, support, and security, allowing businesses to deliver exceptional conversational experiences and maintain robust customer relationships.
South Korean telecommunications leader SKT is enhancing its position in artificial intelligence with a $200 million investment in Smart Global Holdings. By acquiring a significant stake, SKT strengthens its AI infrastructure capabilities. This strategic move underscores SKT’s commitment to evolving as a global AI powerhouse, integrated with cutting-edge Nvidia GPU technology.
Fastweb has launched NeXXt AI Factory, introducing Italy’s first DGX SuperPOD AI supercomputer. Located in Bergamo, the facility enhances Italy’s AI landscape, empowering startups, universities, and businesses. Fastweb’s robust computing power and partnerships ensure high-quality AI applications, positioning Italy at the forefront of technological innovation.
Vodafone has introduced SuperTOBi, an innovative virtual assistant powered by Generative AI and hosted on Microsoft Azure OpenAI. With a significant £120 million investment, this advanced chatbot enhances customer service across Europe.
Dell Technologies and AMD introduced the Dell PowerEdge XE9680 Server with the AMD Instinct MI300X Accelerator and ROCm 6 software. Tailored for machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI, this server promises enhanced performance in data centers, particularly benefiting the 5G transition and network edge computing.
IBM has completed its acquisition of StreamSets and webMethods from Software AG for €2.13 billion. This acquisition significantly boosts IBM’s WatsonX AI and data platform by adding robust data ingestion and integration platform-as-a-service (iPaaS) functionalities. The move sets IBM to offer a cutting-edge application and data integration platform, focusing on hybrid cloud environments.
Proximus, a leading Belgian telecommunications operator, has announced a five-year partnership with tech giant Microsoft. This collaboration aims to migrate Proximus’ key platforms to Microsoft’s Azure cloud, significantly enhancing their AI capabilities.
Motorola and Google Cloud have announced a new multi-year partnership to integrate generative AI technology into Motorola phones, starting with the latest series of razr smartphones. The flagship models, including the motorola razr+/motorola razr 50 ultra, will feature Moto ai technology, which leverages Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, Gemini, and Imagen models. This technology aims to enhance the user experience by offering task completion, relevant suggestions, reminders, information summarization, and more.
Qatar-based telecommunications company Ooredoo has announced its membership in the Nvidia Cloud Partner club, with plans to upgrade its AI data centers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region using Nvidia’s Tensor Core GPUs. This move aligns with Ooredoo’s strategy to establish itself as the leading digital infrastructure provider in MENA.
