Telecom operators are increasingly embracing eSIM technology, which is expected to be featured in over half of all smartphones sold globally within the next five years, according to new research from CCS Insight. The analyst firm projects that by 2028, 56% of smartphones will support embedded SIMs, a significant rise from 27% last year.
Vodafone Spain is collaborating with Ericsson to promote the transformative capabilities of private 5G networks for enterprises. The initiative includes a series of conferences across Spain, showcasing the technology’s potential to revolutionize various industrial sectors.
MS3 Networks, a leading full-fibre network operator, has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 200,000 premises with its network build in the Hull and the Humber region of England. Over the past two years, the company has been rapidly expanding its network, with the additional achievement of connecting its 10,000th customer in Hull.
In a significant move towards bolstering AI infrastructure in Asia, Japan’s KDDI and Sharp have initiated discussions with Super Micro Computer Inc. and Datasection to establish the region’s largest AI data centre. The ambitious project will be situated at the soon-to-be-closed Sharp Sakai Plant in Osaka, marking a strategic repurposing of the unprofitable facility slated to shut down in September.
Digicel Group has announced the launch of its subsea fibre cable, Deep Blue One, marking a major investment in enhancing international submarine connectivity. This development is poised to significantly improve internet and communication services across the Caribbean and South America, with French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, and Trinidad & Tobago being key beneficiaries.
Today at Customer Contact Week (CCW), Sanas, provider of the world’s first Real-Time Accent Translation technology, announced its newest product, Sanas Noise Cancellation, will be free to all organizations globally forever, starting in August. Leveraging patent-pending next-generation AI technology, Sanas Noise Cancellation will elevate the entire contact center industry by offering a complimentary, noise-free communications environment to contact centers worldwide.
DZS, a leading developer of Network Edge, Connectivity, and Cloud Software solutions enabling broadband everywhere, has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of NetComm Wireless Pty Ltd. This acquisition marks a significant milestone for DZS, reinforcing its dedication to providing comprehensive connectivity solutions to communications service providers and enterprise customers.
A recent survey conducted by Ericsson sheds light on consumers’ perceptions and expectations regarding the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in their lives over the next decade. The survey, based on responses from 6,500 early adopters across 13 global cities, identifies ten key AI trends anticipated for the 2030s.
Reports from Reuters suggest that Saudi Arabia’s STC group is contemplating a significant move in the European telecom market by considering the acquisition of United Group, a prominent player in both telecommunications and pay-TV sectors. Citing three anonymous sources familiar with the discussions, the potential takeover could mark a substantial shift in the industry landscape.
A bidding war erupted over the fire sale of Casa Systems’ cable business, with CommScope emerging as the surprise victor. The final price tag of $45.1 million far outstripped initial expectations, highlighting the strategic value of Casa’s assets.
