Ofcom’s proposal to supply backup batteries for mobile sites to improve network resilience has brought forth divergent viewpoints. Vodafone – a prominent voice in the debate – highlights operational complexities and massive costs associated with the backup plan, stressing that mobile operators should not carry the full financial burden.
In a futuristic leap, French telecom giant Orange, in partnership with IT leader Capgemini, has launched commercial operations of ‘Bleu’, a sophisticated cloud platform tailored specifically for the French clientele. This solution, engineered jointly with Microsoft, promises enhanced user access to Microsoft 365 and Azure services. Christel Heydemann, Orange’s new CEO, envisions the project addressing data protection challenges, even as it adheres to French authority standards.
In a recent study by Juniper Research, the forecast for 5G service revenues in 2024 shows a substantial increase of 32%, reaching an impressive $400 billion. As consumer 5G adoption approaches saturation, the study emphasizes the crucial role of 5G Advanced and 5G RedCap (Reduced Capacity) in sustaining this growth, particularly by targeting enterprise IoT users.
BT’s recent talks with SpaceX to leverage Starlink’s LEO satellite fleet for remote connectivity in the UK has sparked curiosity, especially given BT’s current partnership with OneWeb, Starlink’s competition. It’s speculated that Starlink’s innovative direct-to-device capabilities, which promise unblemished global coverage without a need for a terminal, could be the allure.
Iridium, taking the telecommunications industry by storm, aims to connect satellites directly to devices such as smartphones and automobiles through their Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite infrastructure tightly woven on 5G. The key feature here is connecting ordinary smartphones straight to satellite connectivity.
Netcracker Technology allies with Advanced Info Service (AIS), Thailand’s largest mobile carrier. Aiming to centralize AIS customer billing systems through Netcracker Revenue Management, this collaboration ensures efficient marketing preparations and amplified sales view. It’s a significant overhaul of IT infrastructure that boosts business agility and performance. This partnership focuses on cloud-based IT, compliance with major industry standards, and facilitating customer-centric clouds.
Telinta, a global leader in cloud-based softswitch and billing solutions for VoIP service providers, today announced that it has been named as one of the world’s top providers of hosted solutions for VoIP service providers. The award comes from Enterprise Networking Magazine, who received nominations from the industry and its readers to recognize Telinta.
In a significant move to bridge the digital divide, Colorado is investing $113 million from its Capital Projects Fund (CPF) in 27 broadband projects. These initiatives aim to connect nearly 19,000 homes and businesses, underscoring the state’s commitment to improving internet access.
Aiming to diminish the climate impact of legal proceedings, a group of dedicated lawyers is advocating for sustainable litigation practices across England and Wales. Aligned with the 2015 Paris Agreement, the initiative pleads with organizations striving for Net Zero emissions to adopt the Greener Litigation Pledge. VMO2 plays a key role in this movement, with ambitious plans to reduce its emissions by 90% by 2040.
Verizon has inked a new deal with the US Department of Defense (DoD) to install a 5G tower on Oahu, Hawaii. The $1 million project aims to address the longstanding issue of poor connectivity in the area surrounding the Army and Air Force Exchange Service’s (Exchange) HMR Express.
