In a major step toward network evolution, UK’s Virgin Media O2 (VMO2) has successfully tested and begun selling services powered by cutting-edge XGS PON fibre technology. This move, primed to revolutionize digital connectivity, promises customers symmetric 10 Gbps upload and download speeds but might initially be geographically limited. The transformative technology is expected to rival offerings from other telco giants whilst unlocking the potential for future technological advancements.
GSMA welcomes China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom to the Open Gateway initiative, aiming to enhance services and boost 5G connectivity through API-driven single access points. Collaboration between operators, developers, and cloud providers promises new opportunities and transformative benefits.
ADI invests €630 million to expand its Limerick operations, tripling fabrication capacity and fostering innovation through the €100 million ADI Catalyst Centre. Meanwhile, energy efficiency becomes a priority for 5G Massive MIMO and future 6G development.
Vodafone UK’s launch of 5G Ultra, a standalone 5G service, marks a significant milestone in the UK telecom market, offering faster speeds and improved battery life. However, with limited device support and potential focus on B2B applications, will competitors follow suit?
Euro-Center, one of the world’s leading companies in the fields of medical assistance, travel assistance and insurance claims’ handling, has formed a strategic alliance with DIDWW, a global telecoms operator offering premium quality VoIP communications and SIP trunking services. By leveraging DIDWW two-way SIP trunking solution, this partnership ensures high quality voice services throughout Euro-Center’s medical assistance and travel insurance business. With their global presence, it was crucial for Euro-Center to find a comprehensive cloud solution as opposed to relying on local PBX systems in each of their 11 regional offices. Consequently, the company chose to partner with Genesys Cloud and collaborate with DIDWW to meet the goals of Business Continuity Planning (BCP). Euro-Center selected DIDWW due to the operator’s unique coverage in countries not typically covered by other global SIP providers, such as South Africa, Thailand, Brazil, and Turkey. As Euro-Center has its second-largest office in Thailand, securing premium…
Nokia’s recent summer launches showcase significant advancements in their AirScale portfolio, utilizing ReefShark chips and optimization for 5G SA and 5G-Advanced. Additionally, their AI-powered network management solutions ensure increased efficiency for future network evolution.
Navigating workplace communications is challenging for business owners. Choosing between PSTN and VoIP is complex. PSTN offers reliability and call quality, while VoIP provides flexibility and scalability. VoIP integrates with tools and supports remote work. PSTN is secure and compliant, but VoIP can be secured with measures. PSTN excels in emergency services, but VoIP is improving.
EU Contemplates 5G Vendor Ban Amid Huawei Funding Debate The European Union is debating whether to ban certain companies from their 5G networks due to security concerns. Huawei, the company most affected by the potential ban, is receiving funding of around €3.89 million from the EU for research in areas like 6G, AI, and cloud computing under the Horizon Europe research program. Horizon Europe is the EU’s main research and innovation initiative, with a proposed budget of €12.8 billion in 2024. The EU is worried about member countries, especially Germany, being slow to restrict the use of “high-risk” vendors. Analysts suggest that stricter measures from Germany would greatly impact Huawei’s presence in Europe. Read the full article European Commission Targets Google’s Adtech Dominance with Statement of Objections The European Commission has raised concerns about Google’s control of the digital advertising ecosystem and issued a Statement of Objections against the tech…
DIDWW, a provider of premium quality VoIP communications and two-way SIP trunking services worldwide, has successfully passed the annual ISO 27001 audit for the Information Security Management System (ISMS). This step further demonstrates the telecom operator’s commitment to protecting corporate data and customer information while maintaining the highest standards of security in its operations. As one of the world’s most recognized information security frameworks, ISO 27001 certification reinforces a set of standards for effective data protection. The successful renewal of this certificate confirms that the DIDWW ISMS remains aligned with the best international practices for information security. The scope of ISO 27001 certification includes employees, processes, software development, and infrastructures that continue to operate, innovate, and support voice capacity building, messaging and cloud PBX services. The reaffirmation of ISO 27001 certification by DIDWW serves as further evidence for the company’s partners and customers regarding the continued quality and security of…
As the EU deliberates banning “high-risk” companies from its 5G networks, Huawei receives €3.89 million in funding for research into 6G, AI, and cloud computing. With Germany’s position potentially sealing Huawei’s fate in Europe, the future remains uncertain.
