Lightpath has expanded its Phoenix presence by acquiring WANRack’s network assets, adding 133 route miles of fiber infrastructure. This strengthens their service capabilities, connecting 10 key data centers and positioning them near 30 more.
Deutsche Telekom showcased its AI Phone at MWC 2025, emphasizing AI-driven convenience. Powered by Perplexity and Google Cloud AI, it streamlines tasks like booking taxis and translating languages. The “Magenta AI” hub in MeinMagenta expands with new tools, while enterprise AI solutions enhance cybersecurity and network performance.
Finnish digital Business Support Systems firm Qvantel has secured a major contract with Veon Group to enhance digital operations for over 130 million customers worldwide. By delivering advanced BSS and managed services to operators like Jazz and Kyivstar, Qvantel aims to accelerate Veon’s digital transformation.
DIDWW expands mobile Direct Inward Dialing (DID) coverage in Mexico, offering businesses easy access to virtual phone numbers through their portal or API. This move enhances global communication, supports cost-saving strategies, and simplifies operations.
Huawei’s display at the MWC in Barcelona showcased their cutting-edge solutions for telecoms carriers, focusing on the transformative power of 5G and AI. Huawei’s innovations in AI-centric network solutions aim to enhance telecom infrastructure, streamline operations, and meet the increasing demands of AI applications.
Verizon Business is expanding its IoT reach through partnerships with Singtel and Skylo, enabling seamless global connectivity across 200+ countries. With Verizon’s ThingSpace platform and Global IoT Orchestration service, businesses can efficiently manage devices worldwide.
Bouygues Telecom and Free, part of the iliad Group, are partnering with Aduna to accelerate global adoption of network APIs. Alongside Orange, they aim to enhance digital innovation by providing developers with access to advanced network functions.
SatCo, a collaboration between Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile, is set to revolutionize telecommunications by delivering space-based cellular broadband across Europe. This initiative ensures continuous connectivity, even in remote areas, enhancing digital sovereignty.
BT urges UK SMEs to switch from analogue to digital networks by 2025 amid the phased retirement of PSTN, essential yet outdated. With 22% still reliant on traditional systems, disruptions rise.
Anritsu and Ookla have partnered to enhance network performance through real-time visibility for telecom operators. Combining Anritsu’s network monitoring with Ookla’s Downdetector insights, this collaboration enables proactive issue resolution.
