The latest GSMA report indicates limited progress by hyperscalers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud in embracing the Open Gateway initiative for mobile networks. Telecom vendors such as Ericsson and Nokia are advancing API initiatives.
Verizon introduces free network slicing to consumers through Enhanced Video Calling. This innovative move, targeting iPhone users on 5G Ultra Wideband, promises superior video call quality on popular platforms.
Microsoft has sold its former private 5G unit, Metaswitch, to Alianza, signaling a shift in its telecom strategy. While Microsoft’s 5G efforts struggled, this deal enables Alianza to modernize telecom infrastructure for over 1,000 service providers, enhancing cloud-native and AI-driven services.
The Czech Republic’s CRA partners with Sweden’s Netmore to enhance its LoRaWAN IoT services, focusing on utilities and real estate. Leveraging Netmore’s PaaS, CRA aims to scale its 80%-population-covered network.
Toll-free numbers have been a staple of business communications for decades. They allow customers to call an enterprise without incurring charges, and are a proven way to help drive growth, enhance service, expand customer knowledge, and project corporate reliability. These phone numbers have been widely adopted not only by large corporations but also by small businesses, non-profits, and government agencies, underscoring their versatility and importance across diverse sectors. Today, there are over 44 million toll-free numbers in use in the US. However, the future of toll-free phone numbers is a topic of much debate in the ever-evolving landscape of digital communications. Despite the rapid growth of internet-based communication methods such as email, social media platforms, and chatbots, toll-free numbers still hold a significant place in business communications. This article explores the uses, importance and enduring benefits of toll-free numbers, and why businesses will continue to rely on them in the…
Cirata’s Data Migrator 3.0 revolutionizes data management, providing enhanced interoperability, automation, and security. With improvements like Apache Iceberg and Databricks Delta Lake support, it simplifies data transformation across platforms.
The collaboration between Pure Storage and Kioxia Corporation promises to revolutionize hyperscale data centers by addressing the limitations of hard disk drives. Focused on all-flash storage, this partnership enhances speed, scalability, and energy efficiency.
O2 Telefonica is breaking new ground in the telecommunications industry by embracing quantum technology. With its pioneering pilot project alongside AWS and Telefonica Tech, O2 Telefonica aims to enhance mobile network performance and establish advanced security standards.
DIDWW, a leading global provider of two-way SIP trunking and messaging services to operators and businesses all over the world, has announced the launch of phone.systems™ v3.0, a significantly enhanced version of its cutting-edge cloud PBX. This latest release includes a dedicated phone app that is optimized for business communications, integrations with CRMs, and additional functionalities.
Veon, via its Kyivstar subsidiary, has launched a generative AI lab in collaboration with AWS to advance Ukrainian businesses with AI integration in operations. The lab offers innovative AI services like content generation and intelligent tools to enhance business efficiency.

