Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Bharti Airtel have joined forces to revolutionize Industry 4.0 and pave the way for Industry 5.0 in India through a groundbreaking research collaboration. By integrating 5G, XR, and AI, this partnership aims to transform manufacturing, enhance processes in real time, and position India as a hub for industrial innovation.
Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar’s collaboration heralds a new era of digital transformation with strategic 5G solutions targeting enterprises and the public sector. This partnership promises to enhance connectivity, boost efficiency, and support sustainability by deploying private networks for vital sectors.
The FCC’s “Delete, Delete, Delete” initiative is set to revolutionize the telecommunication landscape, impacting VoIP and fostering innovation by eliminating outdated regulations. Led by Chairman Brendan Carr, this move targets reducing regulatory burdens, encouraging VoIP engineers and IT professionals to engage actively in shaping a more efficient regulatory framework.
CelcomDigi and PayNet have partnered to enhance financial security through SIM-based authentication. By leveraging open network APIs, PayNet secures its DuitNow P2P service, ensuring safer transactions. This collaboration also strengthens fraud prevention via Malaysia’s National Scam Response Centre.
AT&T has set a new record in fiber-optic networks, achieving 1.6 Tbps over a 296-km commercial route between Newark and Philadelphia. This milestone, powered by Ciena and Broadcom technology, gives AT&T an edge in the telecom race.
Millicom International Cellular is acquiring Telefonica’s Colombian operations for $400 million, including a 67.5% stake in Coltel. The deal, pending regulatory approval, could reshape the telecom sector by merging Colombia’s second- and third-largest mobile operators.
Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
Microsoft is set to transform South Africa’s digital landscape with a $298.6 million investment in cloud and AI infrastructure. This strategic expansion will boost Azure services, catering to diverse organizations. From startups to multinationals, enhanced productivity awaits.
CoreWeave’s strategic partnership with OpenAI marks a pivotal moment in AI infrastructure. By enhancing OpenAI’s compute capacity, CoreWeave bolsters model training and deployment, echoing its commitment to cutting-edge AI solutions.
Verizon Business has launched Trusted Connection, a zero-trust network access service designed for mid-sized firms. It integrates secure web gateways, cloud access security, and firewalls, offering encrypted pathways and policy-based controls.
