Telesystem has partnered with Viasat to boost its managed services by providing high-quality satellite broadband internet. This collaboration enhances high-speed connectivity and redundancy options in areas where traditional broadband is limited. Businesses in remote and multi-location setups benefit from increased access and reliability, ensuring seamless communication solutions.
A research team led by Professor Wang Cheng from the Department of Electrical Engineering (EE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has developed a world-leading microwave photonic chip that is capable of performing ultrafast analog electronic signal processing and computation using optics.
EPB, the city-owned broadband provider, has launched a new 2.5-gig residential internet service, expanding its symmetrical speed offerings on the fiber optic network. Priced at $97.99 per month, the 2.5-gig service comes with the installation of EPB’s Wi-Fi 6e router and is available across the service area. VP Katie Espeseth emphasized EPB’s commitment to diversifying network options, with an eye on providing service up to 25-gig.
Google has a long history of secretly working on complex, high-tech projects, and the company has disclosed yet another such initiative. Aalyria, a new telecom company, was introduced on Monday. Within Google, it was known by the code name “Minkowski.” Despite the lack of precise information, sources claim that the company has been developing software for satellite-based, high-speed communications networks. Aalyria stated in a media release that its goal is to manage extremely fast, remarkably secure, and highly complicated communication systems that span land, sea, air, near space and deep space. However, Google declined to disclose information about Aalyria, including how long it has been developing the technology and how many employees are joining the startup. The Loon group’s software will be converted by Aalyria experts into a cloud-based system for controlling intricate networks that link high-speed Internet to objects such as satellites, aircraft and ships. …
A consortium of nine technology companies – Intel, Cisco, Dell EMC, Microsoft, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Facebook, Google, Alibaba and Huawei – has been formed in order to create and launch a new standard, called Compute Express Link (CXL). This project will accelerate ever-expanding data workloads, such as high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), internet of things (IoT), rich media services, and cloud applications. Jim Pappas, director of technology initiatives at Intel, said in a statement: “CXL is an important milestone for data-centric computing and will be a foundational standard for an open, dynamic accelerator ecosystem. Like USB and PCI Express, which Intel also cofounded, we can look forward to a new wave of industry innovation and customer value delivered through the CXL standard.” The new cluster of tech giants, described as “the biggest group of influencers driving a modern interconnect standard”, also affirmed the CXL Specification 1.0, which enables…
The European Commission’s proposal to allocate the 2GHz mobile satellite spectrum opens doors for satellite giants like Starlink and Amazon to bid on this prime resource. This strategic move could outpace traditional telecoms, offering high-speed internet straight to devices. With equal distribution between EU and non-EU operators, Europe’s spectrum vision aims to foster technological independence and boost competitiveness.
Proximus, Fiberklaar, Wyre, and Telenet have taken a major step for high-speed internet advancement in Flanders. These telecom giants aim to streamline gigabit network deployment, with fiber technology enhancing infrastructure. This collaboration, pending regulatory clearance, ushers in faster connection, promising a golden age for businesses transitioning to VoIP services.
Deutsche Telekom’s recent acquisition of fibre assets marks a pivotal step in enhancing Germany’s VoIP and internet services. By embracing fibre deployment, they aim to replace outdated copper networks and meet the surging demand for high-speed internet. This move highlights their commitment to expanding fibre infrastructure amidst competitive and regulatory challenges.
AT&T’s latest fiber expansion into Arizona, in partnership with PRIME FiBER, showcases its commitment to bridging the digital divide. By targeting Sun City and Peoria, the initiative brings high-speed internet to underserved areas. This open-access model reduces costs while rapidly deploying broadband, enhancing AT&T’s strategic growth and affordability.
Quickline has secured £11 million in public funding to expand its Project Gigabit rollout, bringing full fibre broadband to 6,000 more homes and businesses in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. This investment supports the UK government’s goal of nationwide high-speed internet, ensuring even rural areas gain access.
