Sinch has introduced the Sinch Omnichannel Connector on Salesforce AppExchange, enhancing customer engagement for Salesforce Marketing Cloud users. This innovative tool integrates seamlessly with Salesforce, allowing businesses to broaden their communication reach across numerous channels like RCS, WhatsApp, Instagram, and more.
O2 Telefónica is transforming Germany’s mobile landscape with a strategic deal to enhance 5G connectivity along motorways. By partnering with Autobahn GmbH, the mobile operator will use federally owned land to deploy new 5G sites, aiming for better coverage and improved data consumption on the move.
Airalo is the world’s first eSIM store for travelers who’ve faced the wrath of exorbitant roaming charges. With Airalo, you can download and install a digital data pack from over 200 countries and regions, ensuring you’re connected the second you land.
Actelis Networks, renowned for its cyber-hardened networking solutions for IoT, has announced a strategic partnership with Carahsoft Technology, a leading provider of IT solutions for government sectors. This collaboration will see Carahsoft distributing Actelis’ hybrid-fiber connectivity solutions to Federal, State, and Local agencies, as well as educational institutions in the U.S. and Canada through its reseller network and specific procurement contracts like NASA SEWP V and OMNIA Partners.
Point Topic’s recent analysis reveals that global fixed broadband connections will rise to 1.39 billion by the end of this decade. While some regions will reach near-saturation, others will see significant growth opportunities.
NEC has introduced a groundbreaking radio-over-fibre system featuring 1-bit fibre transmission, designed to create affordable, compact distributed antenna units (DAUs). This innovative technology transmits high-frequency analogue signals using a cost-effective electrical-to-optical converter, commonly used in digital communications.
Manchester city centre and its surrounding areas are set to experience improved mobile connectivity thanks to a new partnership between Freshwave and Manchester City Council. This collaboration will see Freshwave deploying over 20 outdoor small cells on behalf of Virgin Media O2 in high-traffic locations, such as the Arndale Shopping Centre, Manchester Piccadilly Station, and Piccadilly Gardens.
Granite Telecommunications, a prominent $1.85 billion provider of communications and technology solutions for businesses and government entities, has unveiled its latest innovation: the Granite Multi-Carrier SIM. This advanced mobile technology promises seamless and reliable global connectivity.
The 2Africa subsea cable, touted as the world’s largest, now includes a direct connection to the UK thanks to Vodafone’s involvement. This ambitious project highlights significant global collaboration, with key partners including Bayobab, Center3, China Mobile International, Meta, Orange, Telecom Egypt, and WIOCC. The inclusion of both US and Chinese interests is particularly remarkable, showcasing cooperation despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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.
