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UK Unveils Isambard-AI Supercomputer at Bristol University

By Kamile Bigenyte May 15, 2024

his week, the University of Bristol has powered up Isambard-AI, the UK’s fastest and most potent supercomputer, following a £225 million investment announced by the government last March. Built by Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Isambard-AI boasts over 5,000 NVIDIA superchips, enabling it to execute a staggering 200 quadrillion calculations per second. Officially named the AI Research Resource (AIRR), this supercomputer surpasses its predecessor by a factor of ten in computational power, aiming to support critical AI technology development.

M&A

T-Mobile US and Verizon Eyeing UScellular Acquisition

By Kamile Bigenyte May 14, 2024

T-Mobile US and Verizon are reportedly in talks to acquire UScellular, with negotiations underway to divide the telco’s assets between them. According to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal, both major mobile network operators (MNOs) are strategizing separate deals to secure portions of UScellular’s operations.

M&A

UK Government Approves Vodafone and Three Merger on Security Grounds

By Kamile Bigenyte May 13, 2024

The UK Deputy Prime Minister has given the green light to the proposed merger between telecommunications giants Vodafone and Three, citing national security considerations. The decision, made under the National Security and Investment Act 2021, imposes certain conditions on the merger.

Market Watch

US Revokes Chip Export Licenses to Huawei

By Kamile Bigenyte May 9, 2024

The US government has taken a significant step by revoking specific licenses that allow American chip manufacturers to export goods to Huawei, the Chinese tech giant. This action will notably reduce the sales of major chip producers like Intel and Qualcomm to China.

Broadband

Ericsson Inks Deal with Umniah for Network Expansion in Jordan

By Kamile Bigenyte May 7, 2024

Ericsson, a global leader in telecommunications technology, unveiled a strategic move on Monday, as it announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Umniah, a prominent telecom operator in Jordan. The collaboration aims to bolster Umniah’s 3G and 4G network infrastructure in major cities throughout the country.

Market Watch

FCC Warns of $3 Billion Shortfall in Removing Huawei Equipment

By Kamile Bigenyte May 7, 2024

In a letter addressed to Congress, Rosenworcel highlighted that the Reimbursement Program would require approximately $4.98 billion to cover all “reasonable and supported” cost estimates in approved applications. This starkly contrasts with the current appropriation of $1.9 billion, resulting in a notable deficit.

News Roundup

A quick roundup of the news in Telecoms | Week #18

By Kamile Bigenyte May 3, 2024

Versa upgraded its SASE platform with advanced AI to bolster threat detection, accelerate remediation, and improve data protection.
NordVPN’s study shows over 54 billion leaked cookies on the dark web, highlighting how cookies have become a major target for hackers.
Greenlight introduces new affordable multi-gig fiber services designed for SMBs. RingCentral introduces innovative platform features integrating AI, video, and social messaging into workflows.

Market Watch

Norfolk County Council Transforms Network Infrastructure with Abzorb’s £1.2 Million Project

By Kamile Bigenyte May 3, 2024

Norfolk County Council (NCC) has completed a major network transformation project in partnership with Abzorb, a leader in public sector and business networking solutions. The £1.2 million initiative spans 221 sites and aims to enhance performance and security while reducing costs.

Telco Buzz

FCC Fines US Telcos $196 Million for Illegally Sharing Customer Location Data

By Kamile Bigenyte May 1, 2024

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued fines totaling $196 million to major US telecommunications operators for unlawfully sharing customers’ location data. This action comes more than five years after the violation was initially exposed.

Broadband

Vodafone and Nokia Conclude Open RAN Trial in Italy Amid Performance Questions

By Kamile Bigenyte May 1, 2024

Vodafone and Nokia have wrapped up a significant Open RAN trial in northern Italy after a three-month test period in the towns of Arcisate and Sernio, located in Lombardy. This trial, conducted on a standalone 5G network, aimed to assess the performance and viability of Open RAN technology in real-world conditions.