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Ericsson and MediaTek’s High-Performance Fixed-Wireless Access Breakthrough

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 17, 2023

Breaking speed boundaries, Ericsson and MediaTek recently achieved an impressive 565 Mbps upload speed within the consumer 5G sector, sparking excitement about the potential of fixed-wireless access (FWA). This feat was made possible through the integration of two of Ericsson’s software features and MediaTek’s T830 chipset for 5G FWA routers. The growing importance of upload speed on multiple applications including online gaming, video streaming, and cloud storage is nudging broadband consumers into creators, underscoring the significance of this development.

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Navigating 5G’s Impact on RAN and Mobile Core Networks Growth

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 17, 2023

Despite robust projections for 5G growth, the radio access network (RAN) equipment market experiences a downturn, according to Dell’Oro Group. A typical industry cycle shows that after the booming initial rollout of new mobile tech, stagnation follows as operators complete their spending cycles. However, 5G RAN could still expand by 20%-30% by 2027, failing to offset decreasing LTE investments. As telecom industry anticipates the inception of 6G, dwindling subscriber growth and restrained capital expenditures, due to economic considerations, are putting pressure on the market.

News Roundup

A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #28

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

Huawei plans a comeback in the smartphone market with new 5G devices using domestic chip supplies. Concerns persist about the quality of these chips and Huawei’s absence from the Android Play Store. CityFibre challenges Openreach with a faster wholesale FTTH service, while Optus collaborates with SpaceX’s Starlink to expand mobile coverage in Australia’s remote areas. Ofcom investigates O2 Virgin Media over customer complaints, and the European Court of Justice rejects a ruling on the Three-O2 merger, adding to the uncertainty in the telecommunications regulatory landscape.

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FCC Proposes New Rules to Safeguard Consumers Against Cell Phone Scams

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the introduction of a new set of rules aimed at protecting consumers from scams that attempt to take control of their cell phone accounts. FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel stated that these rules will ensure individuals maintain their freedom to choose their preferred device and provider while safeguarding them against fraudulent activities.

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CallTower Introduces Solgari Contact Center for Microsoft Teams

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

CallTower, a leading provider of cloud-based unified communications and collaboration solutions, has launched the state-of-the-art Solgari Contact Center, integrated into the Microsoft Teams App. This release marks a significant advancement in the contact center agent experience by offering complete management capabilities within the Microsoft Teams platform.
Solgari’s Contact Center introduces an innovative solution that revolutionizes the way organizations communicate, collaborate, and serve customers using CallTower’s Microsoft Teams voice platforms.

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Infobip Launches AI-Powered “Experiences” to Transform Customer Engagement

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

Global cloud communications platform Infobip has unveiled its groundbreaking product, Experiences, a generative AI-powered journey builder that empowers businesses to engage customers, foster loyalty, and accelerate growth. This innovative no-code platform offers organizations a comprehensive library of AI-powered journey templates tailored to their unique business needs, spanning from onboarding and engagement to retention and loyalty.

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Unraveling the Promises and Challenges of 5G-Advanced Evolution

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 14, 2023

In a quantum leap for telecommunications, the emergence of 5G-Advanced next year is set to revolutionize user experiences and catalyze operator revenue growth. Unveiling at the 2023 MWC Shanghai, Huawei is geared to lead this evolution with its innovative capabilities and AI-empowered design. Pioneering 5.5G network solutions, the telecom giant intends to enhance services for a sprawling customer base spread over 260 5G networks worldwide. Close on its heels, is the seamless integration of cloud with the core network, creating intelligent entities of simple Internet-based objects, promising profound implications in IoT.

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The Potential of Satellite and 5G/6G Integration

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 13, 2023

The GSMA and the European Space Agency are planning a collaboration to further integrate satellite and cellular technologies. This new alliance promises to bring non-terrestrial networking (NTN) into the market mainstream, a significant step, previously signaled by NTN’s inclusion in the 3GPP’s 5G standards. With eyes set for integration in future 6G networks, this collaborative endeavor aims to advance unique solutions for businesses and consumers. It’s an astounding opportunity that potentially could yield a high-growth market worth $18 billion between 2024 and 2031.

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Vodafone’s Edge-Based CDN: Enhancing Streaming Experience for Europe and Africa

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 13, 2023

Vodafone is poised to offer enhanced streaming experiences to its European and African customers thanks to an edge-based content delivery network (CDN) solution. Developed in collaboration with partners Cisco and Qwilt, this technology simplifies CDN management and allows cached video content and applications to be more accessible to the end-user. The benefits? Responsiveness, agility, and improved access for content owners. The solution thrives on the Streaming Video Technology Alliance’s Open Caching Standard, merging multiple content caches to improve user experience.

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Exploring the Future of Aerial Connectivity with UK’s £20 Million Funding

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 13, 2023

Strengthening its lead in the telecommunications sphere, the UK Space Agency has recently allocated £20 million to further drone-based technologies and aerial connectivity initiatives. This exciting endorsement could dramatically shape the future of many sectors, from emergency services to healthcare, illuminating the transformative potential of drone-borne support systems. How will this funding amplify the UK’s fast-growing satellite communications industry and revolutionise our everyday lives? Dig deeper to find out!