Nokia and ZCorum have developed an innovative DOCSIS Provisioning Adapter (DPA) to aid cable operators in transitioning to fiber networks. This application leverages existing DOCSIS systems while provisioning Optical Network Terminals on Passive Optical Networks. The DPA streamlines the fiber transition, enhancing scalability, performance, and reliability for cable operators.
OneLayer, a 5G security startup, has signed a multi-year agreement with Evergy to secure operational technology assets on its private network. Leveraging partnerships with Nokia and Ericsson, OneLayer’s zero-trust security platform, OneLayer Bridge, will manage IoT and OT devices across the U.S.
Celona, a U.S.-based private networks specialist, is advancing into the Chinese market through a strategic partnership with Xingtera. This collaboration aims to deploy Celona’s innovative 5G LAN solution across industries such as manufacturing and logistics. Supported by Oriental Cable Network and Inspur, the partnership enhances secure wireless connectivity and accelerates digital transformation.
Digital Nasional Berhad, Ericsson, and eMooVit Technology are pioneering Malaysia’s autonomous bus experience using 5G technology. The initiative, marked by a Memorandum of Understanding in May 2024, includes trials for 5G-enabled features like in-vehicle public Wi-Fi and real-time monitoring. These advancements aim to enhance passenger safety, operational efficiency, and smart city integration.
SoftBank and Nokia have partnered to research cutting-edge communication technologies, focusing on AI-RAN and 6G innovations. By leveraging Nokia’s Cloud RAN and conducting field tests, they aim to transform digital society. This collaboration underscores the critical role of AI in telecommunication, promising scalable and reliable communication networks essential for smart cities.
Viavi Solutions has unveiled the ONE-1600, designed to support the emerging 1.6 terabit per second ecosystem. Leveraging 224G SERDES technology, this latest addition to the ONE LabPro platform addresses the growing bandwidth demands driven by AI, machine learning, and high-performance computing.
Telstra and Ericsson have launched a revolutionary RAN Compute platform, advancing Australia’s 5G landscape. The newly deployed Ericsson RAN Processor 6672 significantly boosts capacity and efficiency while reducing energy consumption by up to 60%. This innovative technology, powered by advanced AI, paves the way for enhanced mobile connectivity and future 5G advancements.
Red Hat’s latest OpenStack Platform update, known as Red Hat OpenStack Services on OpenShift, targets communications service providers (CSPs) to unify traditional and cloud-native networks. Paired with OpenShift’s Kubernetes-based platform, this release offers scalability and flexibility across hybrid cloud environments. Enhanced with Ansible integration and improved observability, it supports cutting-edge AI workloads.
The government of Peru’s innovative plan to allocate 5G spectrum to telecommunication operators prioritizes coverage expansion over cash payments. This initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of 5G standalone technology, particularly in underserved rural areas. This regulation enhances infrastructure growth while reducing financial burdens, promising to reshape Peru’s telecom landscape.
Juniper Networks has announced its Blueprint for AI-Native Acceleration, designed to simplify deploying its AI-Native Networking Platform. This framework offers educational resources, trial opportunities, and flexible licensing to help businesses achieve a rapid return on investment. With AI-driven networking, expect up to 90% fewer network trouble tickets and faster deployments.
