The ITU and ICPC have united to create an advisory body focused on boosting submarine cable resilience. This critical initiative addresses vulnerabilities of cables that manage 99% of global data transfers, facing threats like damage and sabotage.
Vodafone joins a prestigious group delving into quantum computing with Digital Catapult. Focused on telecom challenges, such as the “Steiner Tree” problem, Vodafone seeks to harness quantum technology’s potential.
Namibia’s regulatory halt on Starlink unveils Africa’s diverse landscape. The denial of Starlink’s license by the Communications Regulatory Authority illustrates complex hurdles.
China Unicom and Huawei have launched a groundbreaking 5G-Advanced network in Beijing, serving over 10 million people with speeds up to 10 Gbps. This large-scale deployment, leveraging AI and machine learning, optimizes network operations automatically, boosting efficiency and user experience dramatically.
Compax Software Development, in collaboration with AGTR Group, has launched MVNO.SERVICES in Thailand. This platform empowers businesses to become MVNOs, streamlining the process with cutting-edge technology.
Deutsche Telekom has partnered with Nokia to upgrade its Open RAN network in Germany, replacing Huawei equipment. This move will see over 3,000 Open RAN sites enhanced nationwide.
PMT Security’s new division provides comprehensive security solutions for Australian data centers, aligning with the growing demands of SaaS, cloud, and AI. Based in Melbourne, the division delivers advanced security technologies, including CCTV and automation, ensuring robust asset protection.
Sweden is investigating the damage to critical subsea cables in the Baltic Sea, urging a Chinese ship, Yi Peng 3, to return for inquiry. The incidents, involving cables linking Sweden, Lithuania, Finland, and Germany, raise concerns over potential sabotage.
BSNL’s 5G tender mandates local equipment, sparking dissatisfaction among giants like Ericsson and Nokia. This local focus aligns with BSNL’s 5G Standalone expansion strategy in New Delhi.
In a remarkable innovation for VoIP, Deutsche Telekom, Skylo, and Qualcomm have successfully trialed Europe’s first satellite-borne SMS service directly to handsets. Utilizing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X-80 5G Modem-RF System, this technology promises to enhance connectivity in remote areas.
