Open RAN Revenue Growth Slows Global Open RAN revenues saw a 10-20 percent growth in Q1 2023, while the vRAN market expanded by 20-30 percent, according to Dell’Oro’s report. However, this growth is slower than the previous year, mainly due to a decline in North America. The Asia Pacific region performed well and offset the North American decline. Despite the slowdown, Dell’Oro remains optimistic about Open RAN, expecting it to account for 6-10 percent of the global RAN market in 2023. On the other hand, Dell’Oro has lowered its full-year outlook for multi-access edge computing (MEC) by over 20 percent, citing a slowdown in China’s 5G market and subdued enterprise interest. Read the full article. Cisco Partners with the Greater Manchester Digital Security Hub Cisco has partnered with the Greater Manchester Digital Security Hub (DiSH) to enhance cybersecurity in the region. Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) program will focus on…
Vodafone introduces its new division, Vodafone in Health, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and accelerate digital transformation in healthcare. Collaborating with NHS and private providers, the division seeks to innovate patient care and boost efficiency across the sector.
In just five years, Iliad has amassed over 10 million mobile customers in Italy, boasting a 99% satisfaction rate and making waves in the market. Offering transparent pricing and driving down costs, the telecom giant’s innovative approach is challenging traditional operators as convergence looms.
Discover the Wireless Broadband Alliance’s proposal for a single operator-managed wifi architecture, aiming to streamline data collection, management, and optimization of home networks with a cost-effective, unified solution.
DIDWW, a leading global provider of premium quality two-way VoIP and SMS communications, has announced the expansion of its SIP trunking services, now offering local termination in Japan and Singapore. This strategic move reinforces the operator’s commitment to providing comprehensive coverage and robust communication solutions to businesses across the Asian region. The DIDWW SIP trunking solution serves as an efficient alternative to traditional telephony, leveraging a private, global IP network to deliver services with solid reliability and scalability. With virtually unlimited call capacity and flexible SIP trunk settings, customers can make truly local calls in Japan and Singapore while seamlessly connecting their local or international business communications. The recent additions to DIDWW local dialing coverage extends the availability of the company’s local termination service to 44 countries. In addition, the carrier’s SIP trunking solution offers numerous benefits, including a high level of audio quality and emergency calling capabilities in certain…
KPN revolutionizes Netherlands’ 5G landscape with the introduction of 5G standalone, promising higher speeds, improved latency, and network slicing capabilities. Pioneering tests with Ericsson in cloud gaming applications showcase its immense potential for consumer and business applications, setting the stage for a 2024 rollout.
Altice UK increases its stake in BT to 24.5%, fueling speculation about the company’s intentions. Despite no current plans for acquisition, the move highlights the shifting landscape of the telecommunications industry and the growing trend of insiders acquiring significant stakes in UK telco groups.
5G rollout challenges prompt MNOs to consider innovative collaboration with neutral host providers, enabling shared infrastructure and accelerated network expansion while navigating cost concerns and growing user demands.
NTT and Cisco collaborate in launching IoT solutions as a managed service, targeting sectors like manufacturing and healthcare. Combining expertise, they aim to enhance security, decision-making, and lower operational costs. With repeatable solutions, faster deployment and predictable benefits are possible, but customization is still necessary for unique requirements.
Italy’s Ministry of Enterprise proposes €1.5 billion in support for the nation’s telecom sector, including tax breaks and funding for fiber upgrades, potentially revitalizing the struggling industry and fostering a competitive environment.


