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Broadband

Translating F5.5G Industry Consensus into Practical Reality

By Aiste Kryzanovske October 23, 2023

The future of the intelligent world is orbiting around the power of 10Gbps bandwidth, forming the vital backbone of digital advancement. As the tech world continues to evolve, the network upgrades, too, strive to match pace, evident in the successful transition from gigabit to more powerful 10Gbps optical networks, or F5.5G. Huawei stands at the helm of this transition, providing comprehensive solutions for operators. With new-age high-speed, low latency connections, and a focus on enhanced user experiences, the stage is being set for the world’s leap into the F5.5G era.

Infrastructure

Exa Infrastructure Announces New Transatlantic Cable Route, Enhancing Its Data Centre-To-Data Centre Strategy

By Aiste Kryzanovske October 20, 2023

EXA Infrastructure, the largest dedicated digital infrastructure platform connecting Europe and North America, today announced it has added a fifth transatlantic route to its network footprint with the addition of the Dunant cable, connecting the US and Europe via a southern corridor across the Atlantic. This new route complements EXA’s existing cables, connecting Paris and Bordeaux in France to the large data centre clusters of Virginia Beach, Richmond and Ashburn in the US. This new route offers excellent diversity from other transatlantic cables, as well as connecting to EXA’s extensive European backbone onwards to Madrid, Barcelona and Marseille via differentiated routes.

Infrastructure

Climate Change Impact on Internet Infrastructure

By Aiste Kryzanovske October 16, 2023

Climate change casts a menacing shadow over the infrastructure underpinning the Internet, including fiber optic cables and colocation facilities. The predicament Saint-Martin island faced after Hurricane Irma’s assault prompted Setics Sttar to reimagine their rebuilding strategy. Subterranean framework emerged as a key defense against future environmental disasters, demonstrating the necessity to fuse climate risk considerations with infrastructure planning. Seeking a climate risk assessment for your FTTH Network design has become not only optimal but essential in the face of a changing world.

Telco Buzz

Thierry Breton’s Single Telecom Vision

By Aiste Kryzanovske October 13, 2023

Thierry Breton, Internal Market commissioner of the European Commission, is advocating for a unified European telecoms market, anticipating advancements in growth, innovation, and swift adaptability to emerging technologies. Arguing against the current market fragmentation, he believes regulatory easing on issues like spectrum acquisition could invite investors to support future networks. Simultaneously, telecom operators suggest cross-border consolidation as a potential path when local financial conditions improve.

Telco Buzz

TPG Telecom vs Vocus: Unraveling the Fibre Acquisition Drama

By Aiste Kryzanovske October 5, 2023

As Vocus’ exclusive negotiation period with TPG Telecom for the proposed fiber business acquisition concludes, talks remain in motion. Delays in due diligence hint at finance-related stumbling blocks, though TPG stays open to other potential bargains, igniting a scenario of anticipation and suspense within the telecom domain.

Broadband

Unveiling Wi-Fi 7: Pioneering High-Speed Wireless Era

By Aiste Kryzanovske September 13, 2023

Brought forth by the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), the exciting implementation of Wi-Fi 7 offers to revolutionize our wireless possibilities. This tech breakthrough, outpacing previous Wi-Fi versions, promises double the bandwidth and triple the speed, enabling impractical or seemingly impossible applications to become reality. The technology, based upon the IEEE 802.11be standard, will enable channel widths up to 320 MHz and support 4k QAM. With the potential for widespread deployment, Wi-Fi 7’s multi-link operation could mark a future with enhanced Wi-Fi experiences and low-latency immersive applications. However, the prerequisites of a solid fiber connection highlight challenges in achieving full-scale benefits.

Broadband

Nokia’s 25G PON: Amplifying Opportunities in Connectivity

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 24, 2023

Welcoming Nokia’s latest innovation — the 25G Passive Optical Network (PON) starter kit. Aimed at enhancing 10Gbs+ deployments, the kit empowers operators to expedite high-speed connectivity for diverse businesses. With the capacity to connect up to ten businesses, this move is amplifying the importance of 10Gbs business connectivity globally. Utilizing existing fiber assets, it offers unique prospect for delivering exceptional speeds to different enterprises, from schools to farms. Discussing the transformation this 25G PON technology brings, we delve into the views of industry insiders and parallel innovations in the works.

5G

5G FWA’s Impact and Challenges in US Broadband Market

By Aiste Kryzanovske August 22, 2023

In the short span since 5G’s inception, one of its most successful applications surprisingly isn’t smartphones, but Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) enhancing home broadband services. Currently dominating 90% of new US broadband subscriptions, this trend sparks intriguing implications. Yet, fiber broadband’s speed and dependability present a formidable challenge, set to increasingly permeate the market aided by ample public funding. Meanwhile, FWA’s flexible and user-friendly nature makes it a robust contender, particularly in areas where fiber is not feasible.

SIP

Spectrum Enterprise Empowers Wisconsin’s Digital Transformation

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 27, 2023

Spectrum Enterprise, a division of Charter Communications, Inc., has recently inked a multi-year contract with the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration. The agreement will grant state agencies, municipalities, and educational institutions access to Spectrum Enterprise’s diverse portfolio of network, internet connectivity, and cybersecurity solutions. This move aims to streamline technology services procurement, fostering connectivity among employees and citizens and ensuring seamless digital operations.

Telecom News

Transforming Telecom Cabinets into EV Charging Points: Challenges and Opportunities

By Aiste Kryzanovske July 27, 2023

BT’s innovative Etc unit is poised to launch trials repurposing outdated street cabinets into electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Aiming at a smooth transition during the UK’s fiber rollout, this pioneering step initially caters to BT Group and Openreach employees in Northern Ireland, with plans for public engagement. However, the venture’s ultimate impact rests heavily on successful pilot performance.