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AI

Rakuten and OpenAI: Reinventing AI Experiences, Billowing Controversies

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 4, 2023

Rakuten’s new alliance with OpenAI aims to dissect opportunities in generative AI to enhance various business sectors they serve globally. This partnership promises to expand existing AI experiences in ChatGPT products and foster premium AI conversational possibilities. Yet, some recent whispers suggest a performance drop in GPT-3.5, leading to theories about its overall commercial intent. Will generative AI become a privilege of the financially potent? This question merits careful consideration.

5G

1&1 Leverages Vodafone’s 5G: A Win-Win or a Risky Bet?

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 4, 2023

In a strategic move, 1&1 penetrates the German 5G market through a new agreement with Vodafone, leaving Telefonica potentially at a loss. Details of the agreement, such as leveraging on Vodafone’s robust 5G, 2G, and 4G networks, and potential future technologies, raise various possibilities for 1&1’s continued growth.

M&A

e& Expands European Telecom Presence with PPF Acquisition

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 3, 2023

In a strategic move set to reshape telecommunications landscapes, UAE telecom consortium e& has inked a €2.15 billion deal to procure a significant slice of PPF Telecom Group’s European operations. This stakes in Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia, and Slovakia come bundled with control over the local branches of telecom infrastructure divestment, Cetin. With an elaborate contingency payout plan incorporated, the deal also holds implications to the tune of €350 million over the next 3 years.

AI

TribalScale Teams Up with Senso AI to Revolutionize Employee Experience

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 2, 2023

Leading software development firm, TribalScale, renowned for its exceptional digital products, has unveiled an exciting partnership with Senso AI, a pioneering provider of state-of-the-art AI solutions. This strategic collaboration aims to reshape the employee experience at TribalScale by harnessing Senso AI’s cutting-edge technology to enrich the company’s wiki support.

SIP

DIDWW unveils its new Hong Kong POP for enhanced voice traffic routing

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 2, 2023

DIDWW, a global provider of premium quality VoIP communications and SIP trunking services for businesses and telco carriers, has announced the launch of its Point of Presence (POP) in Hong Kong. This strategically positioned POP is fully operational and ready to efficiently handle customer voice traffic, delivering superior performance and connectivity.

M&A

TalkTalk’s Breakup: Implications for the UK Telecom Landscape

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 2, 2023

Struggling to manage its colossal debt, UK ISP TalkTalk is meticulously strategizing its exit route. Insights suggest that breaking down business units and restructuring management is a bid to steady the wavering financial ship.

Telecom News

Navigating Vocus’ Potential Acquisition of TPG Telecom Assets

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 1, 2023

Vocus, the Australian fibre giant, eyes a substantial expansion via a potential A$6.3 billion acquisition of TPG Telecom’s enterprise, wholesale, and government assets, including the wholesale infrastructure sector, Vision Network. However, TPG’s Board’s decision remains pending, casting doubt around the contract’s finalisation.

5G

Transforming Local UK Authorities into 5G Innovation Hubs

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 1, 2023

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) plans to invest £40m in converting local and regional authorities into ‘5G Innovation Regions.’ The funding will support regions with solid strategies to leverage 5G and wireless tech for sectors such as agriculture and transportation. One potential application is using 5G-powered drones to gather field data, enabling farmers to make efficient, informed decisions.

Telecom News

Allison Kirkby: Rising to BT Group’s Helm Amid Challenges

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 1, 2023

With BT Group’s current CEO Philip Jansen’s departure on the horizon, the telecommunications industry is abuzz as Telia’s top-notch leader Allison Kirkby is slated to step into his shoes in 2024. Equipped with a celebrated career within the telecom sector and experience as a non-executive director at BT since 2019, Kirkby’s ascension is anxiously anticipated.

People & Interviews

Cloud Group – Setting New Standards in Cloud PBX Solutions

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 31, 2023

Cloud Group NV has emerged as a key player, reshaping the way businesses communicate and collaborate. Founded in 2014 by three visionary partners, Cloud Group has quickly risen to prominence in the Belgian market. I had the opportunity to interview Mike Mol, the Founder and Chief Sales Officer of Cloud Group NV and dive into the story behind Cloud Group, their unique value proposition, and their plans for the future.