Italy is in talks with SpaceX for a €1.5 billion contract aimed at enhancing national telecom security. The deal incorporates encrypted communications and Starlink’s integration to boost connectivity, especially in underserved areas.
The UK government is launching three innovative satellite projects to improve broadband access in remote areas. Combining LEO and GEO technology, these initiatives target isolated regions like Rathlin Island and Papa Stour.
Elisa and Nokia are pioneering the first 100G PON trial in Europe with Nokia’s Lightspan MF solution. This initiative not only promises unprecedented broadband speeds but also enables seamless integration of 25G, 50G, and 100G PON services on a single network.
MTN South Africa and ZTE Corporation have pioneered Africa’s first 5G maritime coverage near Mossel Bay. This leap in ocean-based connectivity promises to revolutionize tourism, fisheries, and the maritime economy while supporting ecological preservation. With over 210Mbps throughput 22 km offshore, 5G will enhance shipping, fishing, marine research, and rescue operations.
Ogi has secured £45 million from the Cardiff Capital Region to expand its full-fibre network across South Wales. This investment will enhance connectivity in key areas, supporting economic growth and bridging the digital divide. The expansion aligns with broader UK efforts to improve digital infrastructure and boost regional development.
Cornwall-based broadband provider Wildanet has collaborated with Nokia to accelerate the installation of a gigabit-enabled full fibre network across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. This strategic partnership aims to enhance digital connectivity in these underserved areas.
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Cornish ISP Wildanet has secured £35 million from UK Infrastructure Bank to expand their fibre-to-the-premise network. This funding aims to connect an additional 20,000 homes and businesses in Cornwall, enhancing connectivity and driving economic growth.
Actelis Networks, renowned for its cyber-hardened networking solutions for IoT, has announced a strategic partnership with Carahsoft Technology, a leading provider of IT solutions for government sectors. This collaboration will see Carahsoft distributing Actelis’ hybrid-fiber connectivity solutions to Federal, State, and Local agencies, as well as educational institutions in the U.S. and Canada through its reseller network and specific procurement contracts like NASA SEWP V and OMNIA Partners.
Sparkle, Italy’s leading international service provider, has successfully landed its BlueMed submarine cable in Chania, Crete. The announcement was made during a press conference at the Italian Ambassador’s Residence in Athens, attended by key figures including Paolo Cuculi, the Italian Ambassador, and Dimitris Papastergiou, Greece’s Minister of Digital Governance.
