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Cooperation between HGC and China Telecom in optical fiber connection

By Jonathan Simon May 8, 2018

China Telecom (China Telecommunication Corporation) and HGC (formerly Hutchinson Global Communication) will be working together in building a carrier-to-carrier fiber optic connection on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. HGC, founded in 1992 under British ruling, is the leader in fixed-line operators. It also has an extensive number of infrastructures outside of Hong Kong. It is also one of Hong Kong’s main Wi-Fi provider with 29,000 hotspots. It is now owned by I Square Capital, under Asia Cube Global’s infrastructure. On the other hand, China Telecom is the most important state-owned telecommunication company in China. It manages the third largest broadband network in the world. Their internet offers has 160 million subscribers, and the customers’ number of their mobile service is 260 million. This Bridge connects Zhuhai, up north Macau, Macau itself and Hong Kong. It is set to open for vehicles on July 1rst 2018. It will also be used for…

Telecom News

Amazon’s New Echo Connect Allows You to Make Calls

By Carlota Vilalva October 30, 2017

Amazon announced at a press conference that the Echo Connect, a device that uses Alexa – Amazon’s voice-activated digital assistant – can turn your home phone into a smart, hands-free speakerphone that can call any landline number or contact from your phone. It also allows you to call 911 for emergencies using only your voice. According to the online retailer, the Echo Connect will work with your existing home phone service, whether it’s landline or VoIP, but you must have an Echo speaker in addition to the Echo Connect. The Echo Connect plugs into a standard phone jack or VoIP adapter and connects wirelessly to your Echo device. Once it is all set up through the Alexa app, you can use your Echo speaker to ask Alexa to call anyone from your contacts list, and they will be able to see your home phone number on their caller ID. Likewise,…

5G

Qualcomm Joins SpaceX in Transformative U.S. 5G Network Build

By Gintare Jakonia November 6, 2026

Qualcomm’s SpaceX deal could reshape VoIP connectivity as Starlink Mobile adds terrestrial 5G powered by Dragonwing radio platforms, massive MIMO and Layer 1 software. By blending satellite reach with ground networks, the project may improve mobile VoIP, rural calling, low latency communications and next generation wireless coverage across underserved markets

Infrastructure

UK Mobile Networks Face AI and 5G Capacity Test

By Gintare Jakonia November 6, 2026

UK mobile networks face rising pressure as AI, 5G, VoIP, and real-time cloud services demand faster uploads, lower latency, and stronger coverage. Cellnex UK warns digital ambition must align with infrastructure investment, planning reform, fibre backhaul, and power capacity to keep businesses, VoIP users, and connected devices reliably online nationwide

Market Trends

Deutsche Telekom Braces for SpaceX Mobile Disruption

By Gintare Jakonia November 6, 2026

Deutsche Telekom is bracing for SpaceX’s potential US mobile disruption as Elon Musk advances a hybrid satellite and 5G network. With T-Mobile driving most revenue, spectrum, towers, VoIP connectivity, and pricing pressure are now central concerns for operators watching the next telecom competition unfold across America’s fast-changing wireless market landscape.

AI

Etisalat Egypt Partners Salesforce for Enterprise AI

By Gintare Jakonia November 5, 2026

Etisalat Egypt’s Salesforce partnership marks a major telecom and VoIP industry shift, bringing cloud CRM, Slack collaboration, AI automation, and enterprise digital transformation to businesses. By combining global software with local deployment expertise, the operator moves beyond connectivity to help Egyptian companies streamline workflows, improve customer data, and modernize operations.

AI

Ericsson and Telstra Pioneer AI-Driven Autonomous Networks

By Gintare Jakonia November 5, 2026

Ericsson and Telstra are redefining autonomous telecom networks with intent-based operations, trusted AI, and machine-readable knowledge. For VoIP providers, this shift promises faster service launches, smarter network optimization, fewer manual tasks, and improved call quality. Their collaboration highlights how AI-driven OSS/BSS can support reliable, zero-touch connectivity at scale for businesses

Broadband

SK Telecom Rebounds as 5G SA and AI Grow

By Gintare Jakonia November 5, 2026

SK Telecom’s profit rebound signals renewed strength across mobile broadband 5G and AI data centers after its data breach setback. Rising ARPU gigabit adoption and planned 5G standalone services could boost enterprise connectivity VoIP performance cloud communications and telecom growth as SKT focuses on loyal higher-value subscribers in Korea today

M&A

SpaceX Eyes Boost Mobile Acquisition in Telecom Shake-Up

By Gintare Jakonia November 4, 2026

SpaceX’s reported interest in Boost Mobile could reshape U.S. wireless, VoIP, and satellite phone services. A deal may give Starlink an MVNO foothold, but carrier contracts, network access, and competition rules could complicate expansion. Telecom leaders are watching how satellite connectivity may disrupt mobile plans and business VoIP markets nationwide

M&A

China Telcos Power State-Led Data Market Expansion

By Gintare Jakonia November 4, 2026

China’s National Data Group gives telecom operators a powerful role in the state-led data economy, turning network, enterprise, and user information into new digital services. For VoIP providers and telecom leaders, NDG highlights how connectivity data, AI, and regulated data markets could reshape communications infrastructure, privacy, and future business models.