American Tower Corporation has completed the sale of its Indian operations to Data Infrastructure Trust for INR 210 billion ($2.5 billion). This significant move enhances DIT’s portfolio to 257,000 telecom sites, surpassing Indus Tower.
Astrotel, a leading Australian telecom provider, has partnered with Alkira to revolutionize telecom capabilities in the Asia Pacific region. This strategic alliance highlights their commitment to advancing connectivity solutions through Alkira’s innovative Network Infrastructure on Demand services. By leveraging cloud and AI technologies, businesses can expect enhanced network performance, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.
Modal Labs leverages Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to enhance AI model efficiency for inferencing, fine-tuning, and batch processing. OCI’s bare metal instances offer significant price-performance benefits, allowing customers to scale AI workloads swiftly while only paying for what they use. This integration aids developers by accelerating code deployment and improving outcomes.
Starlink has expanded its satellite backhaul services to over 100 rural base stations of Africa Mobile Networks in Nigeria, enhancing connectivity in remote areas. Since their 2023 agreement, traffic surged 45% across connected sites. Leveraging Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, AMN effectively boosts base station capacity, transforming local communities with improved mobile access.
Germany is investing €5 billion in a new semiconductor manufacturing facility in Dresden through the European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) initiative. The facility will leverage advanced technologies like FinFET and aims to reduce Europe’s dependence on U.S. and Chinese semiconductor imports. This strategic move promises to enhance Germany’s role in the global semiconductor industry.
Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology (SSST) is set to launch its first batch of satellites, challenging SpaceX’s Starlink. This launch, part of China’s G60 Starlink Plan, aims to deploy 15,000 low Earth orbit satellites by 2030, marking a significant step in China’s strategic competition with the United States.
Verizon Business 2024 Mobile Security Index unveils rising cybersecurity threats from mobile and IoT devices. With 95% of businesses actively using IoT, security concerns have intensified. The report emphasizes the need for enhanced mobile security, especially in critical sectors. Investing in advanced cybersecurity solutions is crucial as IoT becomes more integral to business operations.
Enreach UK has launched Enreach Contact Anywhere, a Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC) solution that integrates fixed-line and mobile services. By using one number and one device, this innovative solution addresses the increasing need for efficient mobile usage within businesses, boosting productivity and simplifying professional communications across various industry sectors.
MasOrange, Spain’s leading mobile operator, is set to reduce Chinese equipment in its 5G network to mitigate geopolitical risks. From 2024, Huawei’s share will drop as Ericsson’s increases, targeting a full elimination by 2029. This transition ensures a robust 5G expansion, bolstering coverage across 100% of municipalities over 10,000 residents.
Softing IT Networks has launched the CableMaster FO Power Meter, a cutting-edge tool for fiber optic cable testing. Ideal for VoIP engineers, this compact device measures seven wavelengths, offering precise readings and a visual fault locator. Its portability and USB-rechargeable battery make it perfect for versatile, on-the-go usage.
