Telecoms networks and broadband communications
Broadband communications and telecoms networks have been key enablers for the internet revolution and for organisations using the web to deliver new online services. Broadband is key to the UK's economic success and competiveness, and the roll out of superfast, fibre-based networks to deliver the next generation of services has become a political and technological issue, especially for rural networks on the wrong side of the digital divide. We analyse the implications and opportunities for IT managers as broadband adoption continues to grow.
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20 Nov 2024
Virgin Media O2 streamlines fixed and mobile service delivery
UK operator claims major milestone in its long-term network evolution strategy by switching on Converged Interconnect Network to rationalise and enhance service delivery Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Nov 2024
Essential tech for optical data comms, sensing and AI hits headwinds
Paper on future of optical modulators and integrated photonics reveals research moving beyond traditional silicon platforms to thin-film LiNbO3 and III-V semiconductors for applications in artificial intelligence, quantum information processing and Lidar Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Apr 2022
Nasstar appointed to run new secure network on behalf of UK MoD
New SD-WAN developed for facilities management services provider as it works with Ministry of Defence to support applications ensuring secure connection to public and private cloud Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Apr 2022
Mavenir takes 5G packet core, Open RAN tech to operators in Portugal, India
Network software provider becomes Vodafone’s strategic 5G Core supplier in Portugal, enabling speeds of more than 1 Gbps in 5G Non-Standalone configuration based on Open RAN Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Apr 2022
Entain bets on Syntropy to improve global network performance in sports gaming
Self-described ‘transformative Web3 connectivity company’ lands contract with sports betting and gaming giant to deploy global relay network with its decentralised autonomous routing protocol to connect global datacentres Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Apr 2022
Nour Global deploys SD-WAN for agile, bespoke networking for MENA enterprises
Global connectivity and ICT service provider launches multi-supplier software-defined wide area network to create what it says will be a bespoke networking service for enterprises across the Middle East and North Africa Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Apr 2022
Qualcomm accelerates advanced driver tech with Arriver acquisition
Chip giant will incorporate Arriver’s Computer Vision, Drive Policy and Driver Assistance assets into its Snapdragon Ride Platform portfolio of high-performance central compute and vision systems Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Apr 2022
Telent provides fire, rescue comms refresh in preparation for ESN transition
Specialist in design, build, support and management of UK’s critical digital infrastructure announces refresh to provide end-to-end replacement of legacy networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Apr 2022
AIS, ZTE, Qualcomm claim first for 5G NR-DC at 2.6GHz, 26GHz in Thailand
Thai operator teams with comms tech providers for a ‘milestone’ in enhancing the capabilities of 5G network and ecosystem, showcasing 5G New Radio Dual Connectivity in the field achieving 8.5Gbps peak downlink speed and 2.17Gbps peak uplink speed with a single mobile device Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2022
Scotland 5G Centre opens two more ‘transformational’ 5G hubs
Latest part of £4m Scottish government funding package to accelerate the adoption of 5G sees next-gen communications centres opened in Aberdeen and Kilmarnock to boost the economy and encourage entrepreneurship Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2022
Verizon and Cisco collaborate to advance autonomous vehicle tech with streamlined architecture
Verizon and Cisco partner on proof-of-concept based on mobile edge compute, LTE connectivity and industrial IoT to rearchitect autonomous driving by virtualising roadside infrastructure to support low-latency requirements necessary for autonomous applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2022
Nokia claims to prove case for 1Tbs per channel with Rakuten Mobile, develops Etisalat private 5G
Comms tech provider claims to have proved case for 1 Terabit per channel transmission in live network with Japanese operator while it works with mobile division of e& to launch 5G private wireless networks and support enterprise digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2022
Digital Catapult suggests way forward for widespread 5G adoption at live events
Report from partner in UK government’s 5G testbed scheme explores potential of 5G Broadcast to transform spectator experience at live events such as football and motor racing Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Mar 2022
Competitive pricing, network monitoring drive SD-WAN selection
Research reveals competitive pricing and monitoring features rank highest in companies’ software-defined wide area networking SD-WAN supplier selection, while WAN optimisation and standardisation rank lowest Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2022
HomeGrid Forum certifies first G.hn embedded module for industrial IoT
More support for industrial internet of things from industry alliance to promote recognised gigabit home networking technology, boosting device performance and resilience in industrial networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2022
Hybrid work offers markedly positive improvements to culture
Study finds effects that hybrid working is having on business culture, with nearly half of study across the globe feel diversity and inclusion has improved during the pandemic. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Mar 2022
Undersea cable market steams ahead in Africa and Middle East
Twofold capacity increase supports East Africa’s digital transformation as work continues on Equiano subsea cable linking Africa to Europe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
Manufacturers reveal concerns over tech readiness for hybrid work
Research reveals manufacturing firms must address both human and tech barriers relating to visibility of networks and the digital experience to create a sustainable and high-performing hybrid workplace Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
Webex aims to reimagine hybrid work experiences
After one of the biggest shifts of how we work in decades, collaboration technology firm adds functionality innovations to help organisations personalise the hybrid work experience for employees and customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
Chunghwa Telecom taps Nokia tech for energy-efficient 5G network upgrade
New deal with Taiwanese operator claimed to see Nokia deploy solutions that unlock the full business potential of 5G enabled by its AirScale portfolio, and support a lower-carbon footprint Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
McLaren Racing and Cisco extend partnership to drive innovation and hybrid experiences
Networking technology and services provider broadens role as official technology partner of leading Formula 1 racing team to provide network and collaboration infrastructure to enhance speed, scale and power across technology footprint Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
Virgin Media O2 teams with VMware to complete UK and EU 5G roll-out
UK operator enlists virtual machine technology provider as it sees virtualising and modernising network essential to retaining market share across the UK and EU as it rolls out next-generation mobile services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Mar 2022
Revenues tumble but Huawei builds up profitability in 2021
Chinese comms tech provider feels the strain from tech bans and Covid, but returns solid operations and looks for future investments as it releases annual report Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
SES taps Thales to extend connectivity across Europe, Africa and Asia
What operator describes as ‘innovative, flexible’ software-defined geostationary satellite to replace NSS-12 at 57 degrees East to deliver service to hundreds of millions at the crossroads of three continents Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
CityFibre broadens Zen reach across network
Deal between fast-growing infrastructure provider and leading ISP increases the latter’s exclusive commitments from an initial four cities to 285 cities, towns and villages across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
Vodafone selects Nokia software-defined tech for fixed access network
Mobile operator signs exclusive deal with comms tech provider on the evolution of software-defined network manager and controller (SDN-M&C) services for multi-access fixed network technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
Virgin Media O2 Business aims to ‘go beyond’ traditional broadband SLAs
Business arm of UK connectivity provider proposes new way of working, built on successful outcomes rather than service deliverables alone, with bespoke agreements offering flexible use, reduced dual running costs and next-level service for new large enterprise and public sector customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
FullFibre expands reach in East and West Midlands
Boost to altnet’s goal of reaching 500,000 premises by 2025 as rising expectations from consumers, and demands such as increased homeworking, drive expansion in key central England belt Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Mar 2022
Verizon adds to adapter portfolio to boost 5G fixed wireless access
Leading comms tech provider certifies C-band 5G adapter to provide connectivity across Ultra Wideband Network to give enterprise and business customers speed, capacity, coverage and performance Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Mar 2022
Neos Networks delivers education and research dark fibre network across Northern Ireland
Neos Networks introduces education and research dark fibre network to Northern Ireland, bringing new points of presence and Belfast-based access centres designed to offer greater resilience through sub-sea backup links to mainland UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2022
Under-investment in hybrid work threatens successful return to the office for European workers
Research from Ricoh Europe shows staff are looking to their employers for clarity and innovation in their new hybrid workplace, but a lack of planning and investment threatens to derail the success of a widespread return to the office Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2022
Vodafone heads consortium to develop use cases for world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed
Smart Sound Connect Marine 5G mobile private network to be the world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed, cementing UK city of Plymouth’s position at the forefront of marine and maritime innovation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2022
UK full fibre flourishes from local, European gigabit broadband providers
Slovenia-headquartered ICT provider is intensifying its activities in Western Europe, and is now offering fibre-to-the-home services from a newly opened branch in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Mar 2022
CW Innovation Awards: How Telekom Malaysia scaled its RPA initiative
Telekom Malaysia has been driving automation efforts across the company, not only to serve customers more efficiently, but also to improve a slew of back office functions Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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24 Mar 2022
CW Innovation Awards: Transforming Australia’s national assessment programme
Education Services Australia has transformed the country’s national assessment programme through an online platform that has enabled teachers to design adaptive tests and improved student engagement Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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23 Mar 2022
Soracom teams with Orange Wholesale to grow global IoT connectivity services
Connectivity provider introduces service designed to make it fast and cost-efficient to deploy IoT products globally. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Mar 2022
UK government promises high-speed internet for all schools by 2025
Hot on the heels of announcing upgrades to UK mobile networks in hard-to-reach places, and as part of its latest plans to roll out gigabit broadband across the country, government turns connectivity focus on educational establishments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Mar 2022
Virgin Media Business Wholesale brings dark fibre, managed services capacity to south Wales
Major fibre upgrade by wholesale arm of UK cable provider more than doubles capacity across Wales to support demand from wholesale partners, ensuring shorter delivery times for customer projects Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
SES accelerates C-band spectrum for Verizon, set to acquire Leonardo DRS global satcom business
Satellite operator to earn additional $170m from leading US telco through accelerated clearing, while strategic acquisition is said to let firm deliver broader suite of satcom services to US government customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
Vodafone targets UK small business with full-fibre broadband offer
With the impending shutdown of ISDN and PSTN phone lines in 2025, UK operator unveils full-fibre broadband offer specifically for the small office/home office sector Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
OneWeb resumes satellite launches with SpaceX, inks Eutelsat distribution and Telstra teleport deals
Satellite broadband provider to resume its launch programme with Elon Musk company, signs multi-year agreement with shareholding fellow satellite provider and announces partnership with Australian telco Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
UK government sets up body to make UK ‘world-leading’ centre for telecoms innovation
UK Telecoms Innovation Network to ‘unleash innovation’ in broadband and mobile network companies, guiding firms seeking R&D funding or collaboration on Open RAN and other disruptive technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
Hispasat gets in higher orbit with agreement to acquire AXESS Networks
Spain-based satellite operator aims to position itself as a leader in the market of satellite solutions for telecommunications operators, corporate networks and public administrations in Latin America Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Mar 2022
Kurmi brings UC, CC provisioning automation to the cloud
Software developer takes on-premise platform to a hosted model to deliver faster and easier access to the tools required to streamline and optimise the day-to-day administration of Unified Communication platforms Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
21 Mar 2022
digital video broadcasting (DVB)
Digital video broadcasting (DVB) is a set of standards that define digital broadcasting using DVB satellite, cable and terrestrial broadcasting infrastructures. Continue Reading
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21 Mar 2022
Schneider Electric, NTT team to trial private wireless network in IoT environments
Combined capabilities from global technology services firm and energy management and automation tech provider aim to enable a secure and on-premise end-to-end digital platform that supports different industries with the benefits of private 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 Mar 2022
Wellness essential as hybrid work to see total redesign of the office
Almost one-fifth of companies are asking employees to return to the office full-time, as new workspaces with quiet zones, Zoom pods and wellness areas are seen as key to retaining and attracting talent Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 Mar 2022
CityFibre gains £300m funding as it passes Portsmouth full-fibre milestone
New investment increases network provider’s recent financing round to over £1.4bn to enable participation in Project Gigabit rural programme and support continued roll-out acceleration Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Mar 2022
Numbers add up for Three UK in 2021
Mobile operator delivers strongest consumer contract customer additions since 2012 and a 10% increase in EBITDA, with incremental growth in mobile virtual network operator business line, home broadband and business-to-business operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Mar 2022
Real Madrid selects Cisco for team to claim Europe’s most connected stadium
Upgraded Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to showcase one of the world’s largest deployments of Wi-Fi 6 technology for more immersive fan experience applications, as well as more bandwidth and higher reliability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
18 Mar 2022
Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU)
In telecommunications, the Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is a contractual agreement (temporary ownership) of a portion of the capacity of an international cable. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2022
Verizon Business enriches mobile endpoint for Microsoft Teams
Business solutions provider becomes one of the first operators to join forces with IT giant to enable enterprise customers to experience the full power of communications and collaboration system Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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17 Mar 2022
Connectivity partnership sees Tata Communications get in gear with Formula 1
Global communications firm charged with delivering a managed end-to-end network that will transform the F1 fan immersive video experience in more than 180 countries Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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17 Mar 2022
Windstream claims North America’s ‘first and only comprehensive’ managed SASE
Managed communications service provider sees new bundle enabling convergence of networking and security as addressing modern-day challenges of digital business transformation, cyber security and workforce mobility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Mar 2022
UK government warned of ‘slow progress’ on infrastructure plans
Annual report from UK’s official independent infrastructure adviser warns that progress on gigabit roll-out may be at risk, and sets out infrastructure priorities for 2022 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Mar 2022
SmarTone, Ericsson team to empower businesses with industry-first connectivity boost app
What is said to be a world-first smartphone app will enable 4G and 5G business mobile users to dynamically boost cellular connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Mar 2022
Blu Wireless unveils ‘landmark’ 5G mmWave testbed in France
5G mmWave wireless systems provider opens testbed to drive mobility, 5G backhaul and security applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Telefónica, Pente partner to simplify 5G edge transformation for enterprises
Israeli enterprise LTE/5G services provider teams with incumbent Spanish telco on project aiming to “democratise” the delivery of advanced industry transformation through a managed edge-based 5G cloud service Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Nokia, Antofagasta Minerals dig deep for private 5G wireless network
Deployment of private 5G technology in mining use case in Chile brings high-capacity and low-latency connectivity for sensors and vehicles supporting operations, including an autonomous fleet of trucks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Vodafone unveils UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice
Leading UK operator teams with Ericsson to create the UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice, with trial showing how businesses can deploy dedicated on-demand and secure end-to-end connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
FullFibre furthers reach in Midlands and goes live with Droitwich Spa cabinet
Boost to altnet’s goal of reaching 500,000 premises by 2025 as wholesale customer lights up first cabinet in Droitwich Spa, allowing residents to access an ultrafast, full-fibre network, as Midlands South team makes gain Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Fibre, 5G form future for AT&T
Leading US comms provider reveals near-term growth strategy following pending close of WarnerMedia transaction Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
14 Mar 2022
line card
A line card may be a modular electronic telecommunications switching component on a printed circuit board, or a printed brochure or document that contains the names, descriptions and products that are sold by a third party. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2022
UK businesses struggling to support flexible work
Research reveals that as hybrid becomes the norm, a clear majority of firms say the pandemic caused them to re-evaluate what they value in the workplace Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Mar 2022
O2 Telefónica, Mavenir team to develop 5G core
‘Vital’ part of network simplification journey will enable transition to the adoption of virtualised network functions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Mar 2022
Nokia and Hrvatski Telekom conduct first 25G PON fibre broadband trial in Croatia
Following earlier deployments in Belgium and the UK, comms tech provider’s cutting-edge optical network technology gets trialled in Croatia with subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom Group Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Mar 2022
600 public buildings in Wales get full-fibre broadband
Completion of the largest public sector broadband project in Wales, funded by the UK government, sees gigabit connectivity delivered to buildings including hospitals, GP surgeries, care homes, libraries and youth centres Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
Telefónica Vivo launches 5G-ready IP transport network across Brazil
Brazilian operator teams with Cisco and NEC to deploy a flexible and scalable 5G-ready IP transport network for its converged mobile and fixed networks as it prepares to launch a next-generation communications network infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
DOCOMO adopts Beyond Now digital business platform for SME marketplace
Ecosystem orchestration company’s digital business platform will support Japanese operator’s goal to onboard hundreds of partners into its marketplace for small and mid-sized enterprises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
M2MC claims a first for IoT messages delivery
Comms management firm’s acknowledgement feature will form part of a ‘unique’ integration platform, aiming to increase significantly the reliability of low-energy networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
AST SpaceMobile enlists SpaceX to deliver on space comms mission
Aiming to bridge the digital divide through in-orbit technology, space-based cellular broadband network provider teams with Elon Musk-owned firm to deliver direct-to-phone connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
Hybrid cements place in working life as employees choose flexibility
Research from automation platform advises that focusing on technologies that improve employee and IT experiences is critical for future of work success and retaining talent in the hybrid world Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
CityFibre deploys 100th fibre exchange to power full-fibre roll-out
Century up for fibre exchange (FEX) deployments for UK’s largest independent full-fibre platform, enabling the delivery of live gigabit broadband services to the first 4.8 million premises of its eight million roll-out Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2022
Liverpool 5G Create showcases levelling-up in public health
Liverpool 5G Create claims to demonstrate real investment in people’s futures, and the chance to digitally level up health, education and economic opportunities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2022
Glide connects Proximity Edge 8 datacentre to Birmingham dark fibre ring
Second-city initiative with infrastructure and utilities business designed to bring increased diversity and additional low-latency connectivity options to edge colocation customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
EE deploys small cell technology to boost UK mobile quality
BT-owned UK mobile network teams with Nokia to deploy small cell technology and improve 4G coverage in busiest areas of UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
Orange Spain announces merger plans with MásMóvíl
Leading telco aims to enhance its Spanish reach in joint venture, but fears emerge of anti-trust uncertainty in bid to consolidate Spanish telecoms market, leading to potential 18-month delay in completion Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
Limelight gains large CDN scale with Edgecast acquisition
Leading CDN provider gains extra scale with strategic purchase, claiming to have created global leader in edge-enabled software services with diversified revenue across products, clients, geographies and channels Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
Accelerating full-fibre gigabit growth sees UK altnet association start 2022 on strong note
Independent Networks Cooperative Association enjoys continued membership boom as altnets maintain momentum in UK after several years of record investment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
UK government forges closer links with Japan, proposes laws to accelerate mobile
Agreement with Japan aims for closer cooperation to solve global telecoms supply chain issues, including support for R&D collaboration on future tech such as Open RAN and 6G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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07 Mar 2022
Ukrainian engineers fight to keep internet online
IT professionals in Ukraine are working tirelessly and at great risk to keep the country connected to the internet during the Russian invasion Continue Reading
By- Mark Ballard
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03 Mar 2022
Nato Cyber Security unit tests post-quantum VPN
Nato’s Cyber Security Centre has successfully tested secure communication flows in a post-quantum world using a UK-designed VPN Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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02 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: AT&T looks to the cloud to gain edge in 5G
Leading US network provider reaches out to communications industry ecosystem to strengthen next-generation infrastructure offer, encompassing edge and private networking, cloud and 5G massive MIMO technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Mar 2022
Orange to phase out 2G and 3G by the end of the decade
Orange becomes latest mobile network operator to use spectrum for 4G, 5G and other future services, making transition in what it says will be a seamless and balanced two-step approach, with one technology to be switched off by 2025 and the other by 2030 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Mar 2022
DCMS opens consultation on telecoms cyber standards
Proposed rules will set out the specific measures telecoms providers need to take to fulfil their legal duties under the Telecommunications Security Act Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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01 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: Huawei unveils innovation for 5Gigaverse, IntelligentRAN architecture
Chinese tech provider reveals a range of 5G transmission equipment, promising innovation in Massive MIMO and frequency division duplex ultra-wideband multi-antennas, offering improvements in network performance and energy efficiency Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Mar 2022
UK enterprises prioritise real-world 5G benefits over sophisticated use cases
Study finds more than half of enterprises plan to invest in 5G within three years and many are drawn to private networks, but confidence around implementation appears to stall Continue Reading
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28 Feb 2022
Cradlepoint offers pathway for simplified LTE, 5G wireless WAN deployments
Cloud LTE and 5G wireless network edge services provider unveils business-grade wireless WANs, with management capabilities that are claimed to exceed entry-level cellular offerings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Feb 2022
AT&T teams with Microsoft to gain private 5G edge
US operator collaborates with cloud giant to integrate 5G network with Azure private mobile edge computing and builds on existing edge work between the two companies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Feb 2022
MWC 2022: Huawei hones hybrid offer with fibre to the room
Aiming to address the new world of work, tech giant Huawei has launched a fibre-to-the-room gigabit all-optical room offering Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
25 Feb 2022
Information in the metaverse is A Tale of Two Cities
The metaverse will make it easier to access an increasing wealth of information, but it also will make it more difficult to distinguish real from fake, accurate from wrong – and that goes for information as well as the information sources themselves Continue Reading
By- Martin Schwirn, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2022
Mavenir expands Open RAN ecosystem
Network software provider ups its ante in the field of open radio access networks, with a new suite of O-RAN-compliant radios for deployments ranging from macro, mmWave and mMIMO Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2022
Mid-band 5G forecast to deliver $610bn GDP growth by 2030
Study shows 5G mid-band spectrum will play a key role in meeting demand for enhanced mobile broadband and fixed wireless access, but to satisfy demand for 5G services by 2030, government action is crucial Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2022
Workers demand universal high-performance broadband to succeed with hybrid work
Cisco Broadband Index finds just more than two-fifths of UK workers now rely on their home internet to work from home or run their own business, but almost three-quarters think broadband services need to dramatically improve to enable them to work from anywhere Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2022
Nokia launches Intelligent RAN Operations to manage 5G with machine learning
Solution goes beyond automation with machine learning to help mobile operators keep costs down with superior 5G network management, and reduces base station energy consumption by up to 15%, says Nokia Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2022
Benu teams with AWS for SASE-based cloud-native networks
Network edge service provider teams with global cloud giant on first use of public cloud for wireline broadband and security services with secure access service edge infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2022
5G device sales forecast to hit 46.5 million by 2026
With the rise of always-on 5G portable devices, an explosion of edge AI adoption, the proliferation of smart manufacturing platforms and the emergence of the metaverse, industry is set for a sharp rise in mmWave smartphone sales Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2022
Cohere Technologies raises $46m Series D round as it evolves spectrum software
Open RAN spectrum multiplier software provider announces funding round led by new strategic investments and existing investors Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2022
Helsinki shares its plans to bridge post-Covid learning gap with the rest of the world
Finnish capital is calling on global education systems to embrace technology as a facilitator of research, ideas and knowledge-sharing, not just as a new way to deliver classes Continue Reading
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23 Feb 2022
Mobile device trade-ins and upgrades return more than $3bn in 2021
Quarterly research shows that as 5G devices proliferate around the US, device trade-in programmes return more than a billion dollars to US consumers in the fourth quarter of 2021 alone Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Feb 2022
Dell makes push to simplify and accelerate modern, open telco deployments
IT giant announces validated designs for telecommunications edge and core to offer more choice and speed for network modernisation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Feb 2022
KDDI further extends 5G Open RAN network with Wind River virtualised base station
Japanese operator advances base stations within next-generation infrastructure, delivering open radio network access in commercial deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly