Cisco is expanding its presence in France by unveiling a new global AI hub in Paris. This initiative will foster secure, energy-efficient AI infrastructure and digital learning. By targeting 230,000 individuals over the next three years, Cisco’s effort enhances its existing support for startups in AI and digital skills development.
Jio Platforms, in partnership with AMD, Cisco, and Nokia, unveiled an Open Telecom AI Platform at MWC 2025. Designed to integrate AI into network operations, it features agentic AI, LLMs, and automation for efficiency and security.
Cisco and Nvidia are deepening their partnership to simplify AI adoption for enterprises. By integrating Nvidia Spectrum-X Ethernet networking with Cisco’s infrastructure, they aim to enhance AI workload performance, security, and efficiency.
Cisco’s partnership with Transatel revolutionizes secure 4G and 5G connectivity using eSIM technology. This seamless integration offers enterprises faster, scalable, and secure mobile branches with on-demand SD-WAN and edge computing for IoT.
NEC and Cisco’s partnership in enterprise private 5G solutions represents a breakthrough in digital innovation. Merging Cisco’s 5G SA Core technology and NEC’s expertise in radio network integration empowers businesses through enhanced digital transformation.
Cisco’s decision to exit the LoRaWAN market by 2025 marks a significant shift in the IoT landscape. While phasing out LoRaWAN products, Cisco encourages exploration of alternative suppliers through the LoRa Alliance. This ecosystem’s robust growth and diverse vendor availability ensure ongoing development and adaptation, meeting evolving global business needs.
Cisco’s Q4 and fiscal year 2024 results reflect a mixed performance with essential strategic shifts. The company generated $13.6 billion in quarterly revenue and $53.8 billion for the fiscal year. Cisco’s focus on AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, underpinned by key milestones like $1 billion in AI sales, underscores its future growth vision.
Cisco and Rockwell Automation have partnered to accelerate industrial digital transformation in the Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China region. This collaboration aims to optimize manufacturing operations, boost productivity, and ensure industrial network security through advanced solutions like industrial IoT.
Australian telecommunications company Optus has partnered with Cisco to enhance network security for its business customers. As remote work and reliance on VoIP and Software-as-a-Service increase, this collaboration aims to address complex cyber threats.
Cisco has unveiled a $1 billion fund dedicated to investing in AI startups, marking a significant move to strengthen its presence in the AI industry. CEO Chuck Robbins made the announcement at the company’s “Cisco Live” event in Las Vegas, emphasizing that the investment, though modest by AI standards, aims to foster innovative solutions and assist businesses in navigating the AI landscape.
