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In a strategic move to bolster its mobile network, Australia's telecom firm, Telstra, acquires local operations of cell provider Dense Air.
M&A

Telstra’s Dense Air Acquisition: Benefits and Unspoken Implications

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In a strategic move to bolster its mobile network, Australia’s premier telecom firm, Telstra, acquires local operations of small cell provider Dense Air. Both financial details and timelines of the transaction remain veiled. This comes after the Australia Competition Tribunal blocked Telstra’s partnership with TPG, favoring competition and avoiding regional coverage setback. While rivals speculate, Dense Air’s retreat from Trans-Tasman markets coincides with Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners’ takeover. This deal provides Telstra’s network expansion plans with crucial additional spectrum capacity.

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Telecommunications industry has battled against theft, a challenge amplified by geographical dispersion of operational assets.
Market Watch

Escalating Theft of Telco Backup Batteries: The Unseen Challenge

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In a sharp escalation of theft incidents, Philippines operator Globe reported a loss of 834 backup batteries from their network facilities in 2022’s first half. This, they outline, puts localities at risk of service interruptions during power cuts. This surge may be associated with the modern, high-value sodium nickel batteries introduced by Globe. However, it’s more likely tied to the nation’s steep energy prices and increased cost of living. In the face of these challenges, telco operators must devise robust security measures while continuing to innovate on environmental fronts.

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As the UK aims for nationwide gigabit broadband by 2030, the often unnoticed, green telecom boxes are seen in a fresh light.
Infrastructure

Unleashing the Hidden Potential of UK’s Fibre Cabinets

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As the UK aims for nationwide gigabit broadband by 2030, the often unnoticed, green telecom boxes are seen in a fresh light. No longer just unassuming eyesores, these versatile enclosures are revealing opportunities for additional revenue, environmental monitoring, security surveillance and more. But sponsorships for these expanded roles remain undetermined.

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Under twelve months ago, a dynamic partnership between mobile chip titan Qualcomm and satellite company Iridium was unveiled.
Market Watch

Qualcomm and Iridium: Dissecting the Satellite-to-Phone Project Shift

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Just under a year ago, the tech world buzzed with anticipation over a new partnership between chip mogul Qualcomm and satellite firm Iridium. The aim? Integrating satellite-to-phone services via Snapdragon Satellite and Iridium’s resources. However, a recent shift in direction caught the industry’s attention. Despite a successful demo, smartphone manufacturers didn’t opt to incorporate this feature, leading Qualcomm to end the agreement. Yet, in the face of disappointment, Iridium remains optimistic, envisaging an industry veering towards greater satellite connectivity. As earthquakes ripple across the telecoms landscape, all eyes await what’s next.

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Find VoIP.Review's picks for top 10 best SIP trunking providers and choose the one that suits your business needs the best.
VoIP Fundamentals

Top 10 best SIP trunking providers

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With a myriad of options available, choosing the right SIP trunking provider can be daunting. That’s why we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the top 10 best SIP trunking providers. This article provides an overview of key features, reliability, scalability, customer support, and pricing models. It gives you the necessary information to make an informed decision to transform your business communication infrastructure with this information.

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The digital age continues its march, transforming industries and business operations, as data ascends as one of the most valuable resources.
Telco Buzz

Navigating Digital Transformation: CSPs and Strategic Data Monetisation

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As the digital revolution persists, Communication Service Providers (CSPs) are redefining traditional revenue streams, with data monetisation being key to their success. CSPs have transitioned from solely facilitating connectivity to enabling fascinating digital technologies. They’re effectively tapping into the vast quantities of data from their networks to drive valuable insights. For instance, Vodafone Portugal, aided by Celfocus, successfully converted raw data into significant insights to improve operational effectiveness.

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Telecommunications advancements are continuously pushing the envelope of technology, specifically in the 5G and 5.5G domain.
5G

Harnessing Antenna Innovation for Efficient 5.5G Realization

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An enthusiastic exploration of advancing telecommunication technologies, particularly 5G and its bigger sibling, 5.5G, was recently exhibited by Huawei’s Antenna Business Unit President, Eric Zhao. Eric emphasizes how competent R&D pursuits are imperative to propel antenna performance, a critical aspect in 5.5G proliferation. He highlights the enhancement of user experience, operational efficiency and service extension as key objectives. Moreover, Huawei’s strides in working towards the goals of unrestricted deployment, zero signal loss, and ‘zero touch’ O&M demonstrate their ambition. Yet, the journey towards these ambitious targets is far from over.

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As 5G FWA evolves with its next phase, 5G Advanced, worldwide research indicates growth and potential for higher speeds and reduced latency.
5G

5G Fixed Wireless Access: Bridging the Gap or Costly Solution?

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As 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) evolves with its next phase, 5G Advanced, worldwide research indicates growth and potential for higher speeds and reduced latency. The Middle East currently showcases impressive progress with over 1.6 million 5G FWA users. Yet, debates exist over its future, exploring whether 5G FWA will remain an affordable alternative to fixed broadband or tap into its speed for new applications. Moreover, cost is a concern for Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) devices, considered a current hurdle in advancing 5G FWA.

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UK, Australia, Canada, Japan and the US ventured on a communication initiative known as the Global Coalition on Telecommunications (GCOT).
Telco Buzz

Balancing Innovation and Security in Global Telecommunications Coalition

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The Global Coalition on Telecommunications (GCOT), launched by the UK, Australia, Canada, Japan, and the US, intends to revolutionize telecommunications through joint R&D, funding alignments, and standard development. Offering insights into the initiative’s broad scope, TMT partner Julian Cunningham-Day highlights the coalition’s focus on supply chain diversification and market competition through Open RAN. Despite the promising advantages, potential vulnerabilities may arise from industry-wide open standards. Additonally, GCOT’s emphasis on yet to be realized 6G technology signals its proactive stance towards future complexities.

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