CityFibre reported its first full-year profit in 2024, with a 34% revenue increase to £134 million. The company expanded its network to 4.3 million premises and secured £865 million from Project Gigabit.
DIDWW has expanded its number porting services to include Hungarian local, national, and toll-free DID numbers. This enhancement enables businesses to seamlessly transfer numbers and leverage DIDWW’s two-way SIP trunking for reliable communication.
Ciena and Telia Norway have completed the Nordics’ first live 1.6 Tb/s data transmission trial over a challenging Oslo-Trondheim route using Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 Extreme (WL6e) technology. This innovation enhances efficiency and supports AI-driven networks.
The Iliad Group’s $3 billion investment in AI infrastructure promises a transformative leap in the telecommunications sector. By focusing on AI-centric data centers and computing resources, Iliad is setting a trend for telecom companies diving into AI.
Sinch has partnered with Aduna, a venture by Ericsson and top telecom operators, to enhance the global network API ecosystem. This collaboration expands access to advanced mobile capabilities, streamlining authentication, security, and digital transformation for businesses.
Vodafone’s collaboration with Mobily significantly boosts IoT coverage in the Middle East. This strategic alliance enables Vodafone customers to access Mobily’s national IoT network via Vodafone Global SIMs, enhancing cross-border connectivity.
Indus Towers has expanded its portfolio by adding over 16,000 towers through agreements with Bharti Airtel and Bharti Hexacom. This acquisition strengthens Indus Towers’ position in India’s telecom sector
Singtel has pioneered the deployment of the 700 MHz spectrum, enhancing its 5G service and marking a significant milestone in Singapore’s telecom landscape. This upgrade boosts the Singtel 5G+ service, strengthening signals by 40% across challenging environments like high-rises and underground areas.
Samsung Electronics is enhancing UScellular’s 5G network in the Mid-Atlantic with its innovative 5G technology, focusing on fixed wireless access and mobile traffic. The deployment of the 5G Compact Macro simplifies installation and delivers high-speed, low-latency service, crucial for mmWave connectivity.
Iliad is eyeing a major merger with Telecom Italia, aiming to reshape Italy’s telecom landscape. The deal, likely a merger rather than a breakup, faces regulatory scrutiny due to its potential market dominance.
