Norway’s top telecom operator, Telenor, joins forces with Hafslund, HitecVision, and Analysys Mason to create the nation’s most secure commercial data center operator, focusing on sustainable solutions and critical data storage. The collaboration addresses national security concerns and promotes energy-efficient data centers with heat recycling potential.
The EU’s messaging around “high-risk” vendors hints at a potential ban on Huawei and ZTE, urging members to accelerate their removal from 5G networks. As the EU Commission pushes for swift implementation, the debate on security risks and dependencies intensifies.
BT’s Digital Unit achieves a milestone as the first telco to complete the EDM Council cloud assessment, paving the way for efficient data management and strategic cloud implementations while ensuring data protection and control.
As the EU deliberates banning “high-risk” companies from its 5G networks, Huawei receives €3.89 million in funding for research into 6G, AI, and cloud computing. With Germany’s position potentially sealing Huawei’s fate in Europe, the future remains uncertain.
At the Future Enterprise Networks event, experts discussed challenges of 5G private network adoption, emphasizing security benefits and market infancy. Strategies to expand usage to SMEs and overcoming obstacles like education and cost were also highlighted.
Ofcom falls victim to Clop ransomware attack, compromising personal data of 412 employees and confidential information of regulated companies. The breach exposes vulnerabilities in MOVEit software, prompting industry-wide reevaluation of cybersecurity measures.
Virtual and SaaS-based network security solutions thrive as enterprises seek agile options, reaching 20% revenue growth in Q1. The shift is driven by cloud-centric IT architectures and escalating security threats, with top players like Zscaler, Palo Alto Networks, and Akamai leading the market.
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton calls for accelerated replacement of high-risk vendors in 5G networks, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the 5G Toolbox framework. As some countries lag behind, a potential EU-enforced ban looms, sparking debate on costs and security.
Geopolitical tensions challenge subsea cable projects, as governments prioritize security of critical infrastructure. Despite obstacles, the industry innovates with emerging technologies like multicore fiber to meet soaring connectivity demands.
Discover how 5G Open Innovation Lab teamed up with F5, GXC, and Spirent Communications to create an advanced Enterprise Private Mobile Network solution that boosts security, control, and operational efficiency in hard-to-reach areas, catalyzing IoT and network slicing opportunities.

