The move towards net neutrality took a noteworthy leap after a unanimous vote at the FCC session. This progressive policy asserts an equal playing field for all web content by banning ISPs from blocking or charging premiums for site delivery.
The US Senate has made a significant leap forward with a new regulation requiring TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest from the platform or face a US ban. This move, echoed by President Biden’s support, stems from fears surrounding TikTok’s algorithm and ByteDance’s potential to share American user data with the Chinese Communist Party. However, TikTok’s CEO Shou Zi Chew vehemently denies these allegations.
DIDWW, a leading global telecoms provider specializing in two-way voice and SMS communications, has announced the latest coverage expansion of its emergency calling services. The Czech Republic, Switzerland, and Hong Kong are now included in the DIDWW SIP service, which extends the carrier’s emergency calling capabilities across 32 countries worldwide.
LogRhythm, the company helping security teams stop breaches by turning disconnected data and signals into trustworthy insights, is holding its revamped cybersecurity summit, RhythmWorld Europe, to elevate cybersecurity collaboration. RhythmWorld Europe will bring together industry experts and professionals to share key knowledge to overcome the most pertinent modern threats. The summit returns for a second year following its successful European launch in 2023 and will take place on 30th April 2024 at CodeNode, London.
Several major technology companies have joined forces to establish The AI-Enabled ICT Workforce Consortium, aimed at enhancing skills and knowledge among tech professionals facing potential disruption from artificial intelligence (AI). Notable participants include Cisco, Accenture, Eightfold, Google, IBM, Indeed, Intel, Microsoft, and SAP, supported by key industry and labor organizations.
Unearthing the UK’s surprising predilection for telephone poles, an ISPA survey reveals 70% of respondents would welcome a new pole for improved broadband. As connectivity takes precedence over visual impact, 75% agreed to poles ensuring excellent broadband, while only 17% disapproved. A noteworthy 37% were indifferent, rarely noticing the poles.
A recent study by Juniper Research, a leading authority in telecommunications markets, has unveiled a sobering forecast for operators’ revenue derived from business SMS traffic in 2024. Contrary to previous years’ robust growth, the study anticipates a mere 5% uptick in revenue, marking a significant decline from the previous year’s 23% surge.
Nokia has enhanced its WaveSuite optical network platform. Companies across various industries are increasing their investment in artificial intelligence. Ericsson launched EFTG to drive 5G advancements in U.S. federal agencies for national digital transformation. NVIDIA’s launch of the GB200 Grace Blackwell Superchip promises to revolutionize generative AI’s efficiency and performance.
In the realm of mobile communication, Virginie Debris stands as a seasoned expert, navigating the evolution from ringtones to Rich Communication Services (RCS). With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, she recently captivated audiences at Mobile World Congress, delving into RCS’s transformative potential. In this exclusive interview, Virginie sheds light on her journey and shares invaluable insights into the future of messaging.
SIPPIO, the global leader in voice enablement, has today announced a powerful expansion of its Microsoft Teams Phone service at the Channel Partners Expo in Las Vegas. The new solutions offer advanced reporting, call recording, AI-driven insights, and integrated messaging, elevating the Microsoft Teams Phone experience for businesses worldwide.
