Netmore, a Sweden-based LoRaWAN operator, expands to Brazil after acquiring Everynet, strengthening its global presence. Targeting key sectors like energy and logistics, the move introduces metering-as-a-service (MaaS) for water and gas utilities, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
ZTE Corporation, alongside China Mobile, launched innovative AI-driven 5G-A solutions at MWC 2025. These advancements in 5G-A technology, including ‘Communication-Sensing-Computing-Intelligence’ and ‘Ambient IoT,’ promise groundbreaking transformations in industrial applications.
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.
NTT Data has secured a multi-year deal to deploy and manage a private 5G network for Belgium’s Roularta Media Group, enhancing operations at its 40,000m² facility. The initiative aims to boost connectivity, starting with push-to-talk communication and expanding to intelligent asset tracking and edge computing.
The introduction of the virtual phone system has resulted in a massive leap forward for business communications. For many years, the hardware telephony system, primarily the on-premise Private Branch Exchange (PBX), was the gold standard for handling phone calls. These systems, while effective in the past, come with the disadvantages of significant hardware costs, complex setups, limited capabilities, and burdensome maintenance requirements. The combination of VoIP and the virtual phone system has taken business communications by storm, and the relevance and practicality of traditional PBX hardware has come under intense scrutiny. This inflexible system is reliant on unwieldy physical infrastructure and is rapidly being replaced by agile, cloud-based solutions that offer cost savings, flexibility, scalability and increased productivity. In this article, we will explore the major advantages of virtual phone systems over legacy platforms. This comparison will clearly illustrate why so many businesses are ditching their hardware, moving to cloud…
Chunghwa Telecom and Ericsson have unveiled an advanced 5G network slicing solution, enabling enterprises to activate customized network slices on demand. This innovation enhances network performance, flexibility, and efficiency for critical operations.
Telefónica is integrating its generative AI solution, GenAI, into Prosegur’s operations, enhancing efficiency for 24,000 employees across Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Building on the Smart Workplace All solution, GenAI offers intelligent assistants, proactive issue resolution, and automation.
China Telecom announced the early completion of the 10,000-km Asia Direct Cable (ADC), the first new submarine link in the Asia-Pacific in over eight years. Developed by a consortium, ADC delivers over 160 Tbps capacity, easing congestion and enhancing cloud and data services.
Vodafone’s collaboration with Mobily significantly boosts IoT coverage in the Middle East. This strategic alliance enables Vodafone customers to access Mobily’s national IoT network via Vodafone Global SIMs, enhancing cross-border connectivity.
Ooredoo, in partnership with Alcatel Submarine Networks, has launched the GCC’s largest submarine cable, connecting seven Middle Eastern countries. With up to 720Tbps capacity and 24 fiber pairs, this high-speed infrastructure enhances regional connectivity, supports AI and telecom growth.
