The launch of the world’s highest-capacity UltraSMR and ePMR CMR hard disk drives by Western Digital marks a pivotal advancement in data storage, offering up to 32TB of robust storage solutions. With their innovative technologies enhancing efficiency and reliability, these new HDDs are tailored to meet the demands of hyperscalers and cloud providers.
Huawei and UAE telecom provider du have deployed the first indoor 5G-Advanced network in the Middle East, utilizing three carrier aggregation technology. This network delivers peak data rates of 5.1Gbps, enhancing indoor connectivity in shopping malls, hotels, airports, and residential buildings.
Nokia partners with Rockwell Automation to test private 5G on the CBRS band, enhancing industrial automation using EtherNet/IP protocols. With successful integration of time-sensitive networking and ultra-reliable low-latency communications, this collaboration signifies a breakthrough for Industry 4.0 applications. Discover how private 5G network solutions are transforming industrial automation and connectivity.
BAE Systems and Siemens have forged a five-year collaboration to create a strategic blueprint for smart manufacturing. This partnership aims to incorporate Industry 4.0 solutions, leveraging Siemens’ Teamcenter PLM software and Xcelerator ecosystem. The focus includes digital transformation, sustainability, and supply chain modernization, driving innovation in aerospace manufacturing.
ADNOC has teamed up with e& to deploy the largest private 5G network in the energy sector, spanning 11,000 square kilometers of operations. This ambitious initiative, aimed at boosting AI, IoT solutions, and operational efficiency, is projected to generate $1.5 billion in value by 2025.
Telefónica, a leading telecommunications operator, has sealed a fresh agreement with tech giant Google Cloud aimed at turbocharging Telefónica’s journey into cloud adoption and AI-driven innovation. The deal, which extends the strategic collaboration between the two entities for another three years, is poised to usher in a wave of advancements across various fronts.
Sigma Lithium, a leading producer of sustainable lithium, has enlisted Nokia and Alcon to establish what is touted as the inaugural private LTE wireless campus network in the Americas. This groundbreaking initiative aims to bolster lithium mining operations with enhanced connectivity and digitalization.
In a stark warning delivered at a regional investment banking conference in Tallinn, Estonia, Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm highlighted Europe’s precarious position in the global telecom arena. Emphasizing the urgent need for regulatory reform and innovation prioritization, Ekholm cautioned that Europe’s telecom industry is trailing far behind its counterparts in the US, China, and India.
Mobile Experts released a report on the growth of Private LTE and 5G in sectors like offices and schools. EnGenius launches the EOC655 series for outdoor connectivity, designed for smart cities and public safety. UK Altnets have urged the government for harsh penalties against fibre infrastructure vandalism. Klika Tech won the 2024 IoT Global Awards in the “Smart Cities, Government & Utilities” category.
The 5G Open Innovation Lab (5G OI Lab) has officially introduced eleven new startups from around the world to its Spring program, marking the beginning of its fifth year in operation. The 5G OI Lab has become a beacon of innovation and technological progress in the 5G and Edge technology space, supporting a total of 129 startups since its inception. These startups have collectively raised over $2.23 billion in venture capital, thanks to the support of industry giants like AT&T, Comcast, Microsoft, and Intel, among others.
