The backbone of the internet relies heavily on submarine cables, responsible for around 99% of global data transmission. As the threats to these pivotal cables mount, the UK’s Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy has initiated an enquiry.
The AI hardware landscape is seeing transformative change with former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger investing in Fractile, a UK-based startup revolutionizing AI model inference. By focusing on running large language model inference in memory, this innovation reduces compute overhead and enhances scalability, crucial for optimizing AI performance and efficiency.
The merger of two major UK fibre altnets, FullFibre and Zzoomm, marks a pivotal moment in the VoIP telecommunications landscape. This strategic alliance will enhance the capabilities of one of the UK’s largest alternative fibre networks.
Ericsson, Telstra, and MediaTek have achieved a groundbreaking 9.4 Gbps peak downlink speed on Telstra’s live 5G Standalone network, with over 10 Gbps reached in lab tests. This milestone highlights transformative potential for AI, AR/VR, and ultra-fast downloads.
BT is urging the rapid phase-out of the outdated copper landline network, citing rising faults and risks to critical public services. With 60% of key infrastructure providers unprepared for the digital transition, BT is working to facilitate the shift, backed by government support.
DIDWW has expanded its A2P SMS coverage to the USA, Ukraine, and Cyprus, empowering businesses to enhance global communication with secure, personalized messaging. Offering high delivery rates, robust security, and advanced tools, DIDWW enables seamless SMS campaigns with guaranteed sender IDs.
StarHub partners with Nokia to monetize 4G/5G networks, enabling enterprises to optimize applications via network APIs. Using Nokia’s “Network as Code” platform, developers gain streamlined access to network functions, fueling innovations across banking, finance, and logistics.
U Mobile is ambitiously spearheading Malaysia’s second 5G network rollout, notably without state funding or local partnerships. Led by Tan Sri Vincent Tan, the company aims to deploy 5G within 15 to 18 months.
Sparkle, a top global operator, is enhancing its services in Brazil with a new Point of Presence in Brasília. This strategic move caters to increasing demand for international connectivity, reinforcing Sparkle’s leading role in Latin America.
Cerillion, a BSS/OSS-as-a-Service provider, partners with Ucom for a transformative digital upgrade. This collaboration will optimize Ucom’s operations, enhancing their quadruple-play services through Cerillion’s integrated suite.
