The UK government is launching three innovative satellite projects to improve broadband access in remote areas. Combining LEO and GEO technology, these initiatives target isolated regions like Rathlin Island and Papa Stour.
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.
BT’s new SASE service optimizes cloud protection for UK businesses, integrating Fortinet’s advanced cybersecurity solutions. This update enhances BT’s SD-WAN with AI-driven SSE features, including zero-trust access and secure web gateways.
Nokia strengthens its ties with Bharti Airtel through a multi-year agreement to enhance India’s 4G and 5G network. Utilizing Nokia’s innovative 5G AirScale portfolio and ReefShark technology, the collaboration seeks to modernize networks, improve data capacity, and promote sustainable telecom solutions.
T-Mobile US recently addressed speculation about potentially shifting its network equipment from Nokia to Ericsson. The carrier confirmed continued collaboration with both companies, dismissing rumors that impacted Nokia’s market shares.
NESIC partners with Cloudbrink to enhance their Virtual Trusted Overlay Network using Cloudbrink’s Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technology. This collaboration aims to revolutionize NESIC’s networking solutions by integrating zero-trust architecture for heightened security.
Sinch, which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, announced that during 2024, the company has successfully delivered more than 1 billion Rich Communication Services (RCS) business messages for businesses worldwide. This milestone underscores Sinch’s role as a trusted partner when businesses seek out innovative messaging solutions to engage with their customers.
Reliance Jio is intensifying its push to mandate satellite spectrum auctions, arguing that direct allocation allows firms like SpaceX’s Starlink to unfairly undercut traditional wireless operators on pricing. As India’s telecom regulator evaluates implications from satellite competitors like Amazon’s Kuiper, the urgency grows to level the regulatory playing field.
Ericsson and e& UAE’s partnership brings a 5G breakthrough with the advanced dual-band Massive MIMO radio, AIR 3229. This innovation enhances 5G services by boosting network capacity and eco-friendliness with reduced power consumption.
EE has improved VoIP and emergency communication on Ben Nevis by collaborating with the Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team. Utilizing a 35-meter tower in Glen Nevis, this initiative supports the UK Home Office’s Emergency Services Network.
