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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News
02 Dec 2024
Bin lorries drive Scotland’s largest mobile network study
Study in Glasgow region to gather data about throughput speed, signal strength, network generation and frequency band from the UK’s four mobile operators while people’s bins are being emptied Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Dec 2024
UK broadband digital divide persists
Study reveals that despite acceleration in pace of full-fibre access throughout the UK, broadband digital divide still exists, especially in “less attractive” areas Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Oct 2019
Nordic governments open to Huawei’s ‘no spy’ offer
Chinese tech giant seeks to reassure Nordic governments over security concerns in 5G contracts Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
21 Oct 2019
Asset sharing essential to making 5G RAN affordable
Rethink Technology finds that upfront cost containment has been the number one priority for cellular operators in the first stage of 5G deployment, and that three main tactics have been used to achieve this ambition Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2019
Edge computing, 5G spur mobile mixed reality market
Research identifies 5G networks and edge computing as two key emerging technologies that will accelerate the development of mixed reality from 2020 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2019
Qualcomm teams with Radisys to hasten 5G deployment process
Chip maker Qualcomm inks 5G technology partnership with telecoms software provider Radisys for faster time to market and faster time to revenue Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2019
CityFibre expands connectivity offer with Digital Wholesale Solutions
Wholesale full-fibre provider CityFibre is to make its products available to independent communications, IT and cloud services provider DWS Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2019
VR over 5G helps Belfast Harbour vision to become smart port
Harbour teams up with BT to deploy 5G-enabled applications including virtual reality Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
18 Oct 2019
5G trials to spice up hotpot experience, improve last-mile connectivity
Singapore telco M1 is planning a 5G trial at the latest outlet of Haidilao, a well-known hotpot restaurant in the city-state, in a bid to demonstrate the use of 5G networks in the food and beverage ... Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
18 Oct 2019
O2 promises ‘revolutionary’ offers as it joins UK 5G party
O2 has become the latest operator in the UK to offer a 5G network and claims to be able to demonstrate real-world 5G business use cases that can potentially boost the British economy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2019
London calling for Ding
Dublin-based top-up mobile services provider Ding expands operations with new office in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2019
Three hit by network outage
Telco blames “technical difficulties” for outage that has taken down voice, text and data services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2019
Emerging markets’ mobile financial services transactions set to surpass $1tn in by 2024
Mobile financial services transaction value will grow by 70% from 2019 to 2014 to total more than $1tn, driven by markets such as Latin America and Cico transactions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Oct 2019
Singapore kicks off first steps in 5G roll-out
Singapore’s telco regulator will award 5G spectrum to mobile operators by the middle of next year, culminating in the deployment of two nationwide 5G networks by the end of 2022 Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
16 Oct 2019
Huawei defies US ban with rising revenues in third quarter
Chinese telecoms equipment giant attributes 24.4% revenue growth to maintaining its focus on ICT infrastructure and smart devices Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Oct 2019
5G awareness and interest high but consumers struggle to see benefits
The ramp-up of 5G networks would seem only a matter of time, but research suggests consumers are not yet seeing the light Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Oct 2019
Huawei: Fresh mindset needed to speed up 5G development
It may already enjoy pricing and technological advantages, but Huawei is calling on 5G industry to collaborate more, especially with regard to regulatory policy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Oct 2019
Braintree boasts broadband benchmark
Braintree in Essex claims to have access to some of the fastest broadband speeds in the world Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Oct 2019
UK government confirms gigabit broadband roll-out, rows back on 2025 delivery commitment
UK government confirms plans to roll out gigabit-capable broadband across the UK, yet quietly shelves previous pledge to do so by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Oct 2019
New law will help roll-out of faster broadband
Measures will make it easier to install faster internet connections in blocks of flats where landlords repeatedly ignore requests for access from broadband firms Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
09 Oct 2019
BT goes local with UK jobs boost under ‘beyond limits’ banner
Telco to boost UK call centre staff numbers, up high-street presence and add in-home tech support Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
09 Oct 2019
US likely to concede on Huawei export ban
The US government may make some concessions over the future of Huawei before the end of the year Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
08 Oct 2019
Showcasing the potential of 5G
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we visit an ambitious trial in Bristol that is showcasing the possibilities offered by 5G roll-out. We look at how emerging automation technologies are enhancing the use of identity and access management tools. And we assess the Government Digital Service plan for transforming public services. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
07 Oct 2019
Openreach tests new digging tech for rural broadband builds
Openreach is testing new tools and techniques to roll out full-fibre broadband faster in rural areas Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
05 Oct 2019
Turbocharging Full Fibre/5G Broadband
The INCA Conference provides an opportunity to "help" DCMS put flesh on the announcement of £5 billion for broadband at the Conservative Party Conference Continue Reading
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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News
04 Oct 2019
Government planning for ‘undeliverable’ ESN
The government has agreed to all of the Public Accounts Committee’s findings in its investigation into the Emergency Services Network, but there is still a chance the programme could collapse Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Sep 2019
Mayor launches guidance on building access to increase mobile coverage
London mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a new standard agreement for commercial landlords and public property owners to make it easier to access rooftops to install 5G Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
20 Sep 2019
BT spearheads plans to accelerate switchover from copper to fibre
Full-fibre broadband could replace copper networks region by region over the next six years, under proposals discussed with the government Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
17 Sep 2019
Rural connectivity struggling to keep up with demand
The digital divide between urban and rural areas of the UK is continuing, with broadband and mobile network roll-outs struggling to keep pace with demand Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Sep 2019
Full-fibre within reach of 2.5 million homes and businesses
Access to full-fibre broadband is approaching 10% of properties in the UK Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Sep 2019
Smart meter roll-out delayed to 2024
The government has been forced to put the planned completion date for its Smart Meter Programme back from the end of next year to 2024 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
16 Sep 2019
Research explores economic benefits of full-fibre and 5G at local level
The Broadband Stakeholders Group (BSG) has published research by Oxera to help local authorities understand the benefits of full-fibre and 5G Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton , Senior reporter
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News
12 Sep 2019
5G takes off at Gatwick Airport
Vodafone’s 5G network goes live in airport’s South Terminal Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Sep 2019
Nokia, NTT Docomo and Omron to test 5G at factory floor
Three firms – Nokia, NTT Docomo and Omron – have banded together to test the feasibility of running a layout-free production line operated by 5G-connected robots and human technicians Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Opinion
10 Sep 2019
Is there substance in Boris Johnson’s full-fibre broadband vision?
The new prime minister made a bold promise to roll out full-fibre broadband across the country by 2025 – but it’s a challenging task that requires serious investment and planning Continue Reading
By- Julian David, TechUK
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Tip
06 Sep 2019
5G vs. LTE: Comparing speed, spectrum and latency
The debate between 5G and LTE largely comes down to speed and spectrum. But latency and wired network implications are also important differentiators. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Aug 2019
What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again
The other day, the government announced yet another consultation on the future of the UK's digital networking infrastructure, this time exploring the possibility of liberalising the planning laws ... Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
28 Aug 2019
Gartner report provides reality check on the 5G hype
The next generation of cellular technology, 5G, is nearing peak hype status, according to a Gartner report. But real, widespread adoption is still several years away. Continue Reading
By- Luke O'Neill, Executive Editor
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Feature
28 Aug 2019
Building a 5G city: Bristol’s valuable lessons for the UK’s digital future
West of England Combined Authority is taking part in DCMS’s 5G Testbeds and Trials programme, exploring applications for tourism and entertainment. We find out how it is applying its learnings to life in Bristol and Bath Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
27 Aug 2019
Here’s to five years of the new NHS Spine
Like any milestone birthday it’s a time for reflection, writes Andrew Meyer, director of NHS Digital's Digital Delivery Centre. Have you achieved what you wanted in the time passed, are there ... Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Aug 2019
Government to ease planning laws for mobile networks
Westminster is seeking input on four key proposals to make it easier to build and operate 5G mobile networks Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Aug 2019
5G testbed brings Li-Fi broadband to Orkney
A number of homes on the remote island of Graemsay in the Orkneys are testing so-called Li-Fi technology as a broadband delivery mechanism Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Aug 2019
Sky launches first ultrafast broadband products
Ultrafast full-fibre broadband products are 12 times faster than Sky’s previous fastest offering and will be immediately within reach of two million homes Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Aug 2019
Huawei to US: Ban violates free market principles
Huawei has hit back at the US government’s latest moves to restrict its activities Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
20 Aug 2019
Myriota and Optus sign deal on IoT connectivity
Myriota and Optus Business will leverage each other’s connectivity and network footprint to help Australia’s industries connect up internet of things sensors in remote areas Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
19 Aug 2019
US extends temporary stay on Huawei ban
American network operators given extra wiggle room to wean themselves off Huawei’s hardware Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
18 Aug 2019
Three launches UK’s third 5G network
Mobile operator Three has switched on its 5G service, but for now it will only be available as a home broadband service Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
15 Aug 2019
Private 5G networks: Are they the right choice for you?
The concept of dedicated private mobile networks for large enterprises is not a new one, but with the advent of ultrafast 5G networks, they are starting to attract more interest Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Aug 2019
What 5G applications will transform your business?
The UK’s mobile network operators have started work on their 5G roll-outs, but what applications are most likely to gain enterprise traction for the new standard? Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2019
Vodafone switches on 5G in Ireland
The first 5G sites in Ireland have gone live in Cork, Dublin, Galway, Limerick and Waterford Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
13 Aug 2019
RootMetrics ranks EE top on 4G service performance, quality
EE once again emerges as the top 4G network performer in RootMetrics’ latest semi-annual, UK-wide survey Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Aug 2019
Huawei mobile IoT OS ready to plug Android gap
Huawei is positioning its microkernel-based, distributed HarmonyOS mobile operating system as a true competitor to both Android and iOS Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
08 Aug 2019
UK businesses deserve a 5G networked nation
The tech sector needs to coalesce around a unified, positive vision of 5G to establish a proper business case for ultrafast, low latency mobile Continue Reading
By- Russ Shaw, Tech London Advocates and Global Tech Advocates
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News
08 Aug 2019
Openreach starts roll-out of dark fibre product
Openreach is soft-launching a wholesale dark fibre product in eastern England ahead of a wider national roll-out Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
05 Aug 2019
Britain won't have 100% full-fibre by 2025. One horrible - if speculative - version of why not
On 24 July 2019, as jubilant Conservative party members emerged from Boris Johnson's victory speech in Westminster, one supporter was heard to remark Johnson had promised to "insert high-speed ... Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
05 Aug 2019
Boris Johnson has 12 months to reform broadband policy, says industry
Broadband sector advocates warn prime minister that the clock is ticking if he wants to be serious about achieving 100% full-fibre broadband coverage in six years Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
02 Aug 2019
BT chief urges PM to act decisively on broadband
BT’s new chief executive Philip Jansen says he is ready to help meet Boris Johnson’s broadband roll-out goals, but warns the cost will be high Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
31 Jul 2019
Scottish tax holiday tempts Openreach
Openreach has announced 36 new locations in line for its expanding full-fibre broadband network build, with Scotland a particular focus after the announcement of additional rates relief Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
31 Jul 2019
Police Scotland awards National Network contract to BT
Police Scotland is embarking on a £3.9m network project as part of its wider digital transformation strategy Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
31 Jul 2019
5G mobile networks transformative for health and social care, says TechUK
A new report produced by TechUK and the Liverpool 5G testbed shows how 5G can be used effectively in the NHS, and offers recommendations to government Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Jul 2019
Huawei ‘galvanised’ by Trump ban
Huawei has found itself caught in the crossfire of the US president’s trade war with China, but chairman Liang Hua says the firm is rising to the challenge Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
29 Jul 2019
Space – the new frontier in cyber security
50 years after the Moon landings, our growing reliance on satellite communications presents a new target for malicious cyber attacks Continue Reading
By- Elliot Rose
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Blog Post
29 Jul 2019
The restructuring of digital markets has begun
Change is accelerating, making attempts to predict the future in order to regulate it ever more impractical - although that does not appear to stop some regulators from trying. Continue Reading
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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News
26 Jul 2019
New digital minister appointed as PM Johnson continues reshuffle
Former telecoms executive Nigel Adams takes over as minister for digital and sport, succeeding Margot James Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
25 Jul 2019
Virgin Media pledges gigabit broadband without full-fibre
Cable TV operator is betting that improvements to the Docsis standard will enable it to offer gigabit broadband without full-fibre Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
25 Jul 2019
Ofcom must do more to help operators invest in 5G
Telefónica UK boss Mark Evans warns that Ofcom is prioritising action on behalf of consumers to the exclusion of enabling the telecoms and mobile industry to grow Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
25 Jul 2019
O2 to launch 5G network in October
Customers in 20 towns and cities around the UK will be able to access O2’s 5G network by Christmas 2019 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
25 Jul 2019
New ministerial appointments for tech policies in Boris Johnson Cabinet
The new Prime Minister has brought in ministers in all the key government posts affecting digital and technology policy Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
24 Jul 2019
BT picks Canonical Ubuntu to build 5G core
Canonical will help BT and EE deliver new services to end-users more quickly Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
23 Jul 2019
Home Office hands EE additional £220m for ESN
Home Office quietly announces a major extension to the ESN project, pumping over £200m of additional taxpayer money into its contract with EE Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
23 Jul 2019
Boosting the UK’s digital infrastructure so it is fit for the future
Extending full-fibre broadband and mobile network coverage are critical issues for a healthy UK economy – and a new prime minister must continue progress Continue Reading
By- Jeremy Wright, DCMS
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News
23 Jul 2019
Plusnet most complained about broadband provider
Ofcom’s latest stats show a downward trend in consumer complaint volumes, but some are bucking the trend Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
23 Jul 2019
Government delays final decision on Huawei
Culture secretary says he cannot yet make specific decisions about Huawei’s involvement in the UK’s telecoms and mobile networks due to a lack of clarity from the US, effectively green-lighting its use Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Jul 2019
Openreach to slash wholesale fibre prices from September
Wholesale price cuts of almost 40% will help Openreach’s CSP customers grow their full-fibre customer bases, and generate a better return on their investment Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Jul 2019
Ofcom brings in new protections for mobile users
New rules around how mobile contracts are sold should give end-users a fairer deal Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
20 Jul 2019
How long before the shareholders break up BT?
The BT share price looks set to drift down to under a £pound. That would leave it unable to invest other than from cash flows and Government subsidies. It would also be unsaleable because of the ... Continue Reading
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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News
19 Jul 2019
CityFibre announces 14 more locations on its full-fibre network
Full-fibre broadband provider extends its network to more homes and businesses in latest roll-out Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Jul 2019
London Underground 4G plan will lead to wider fibre broadband backbone
The Jubilee Line will be first Tube service to offer 4G through tunnels, and the cabling to support the service will become part of a fibre hub for London homes and businesses Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
18 Jul 2019
Digital minister Margot James quits after Brexit vote
James voted against the government in an attempt to stop the next Prime Minister from suspending Parliament to force through a no-deal Brexit Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
17 Jul 2019
MPs slam Home Office over troubled Emergency Services Network programme
The plan for a new communications network for police, fire and ambulance services is three years late and £3.1bn over budget, and Public Accounts Committee fears further delays Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
15 Jul 2019
UK launches 5G security inquiry
The Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy is to probe the UK government’s approach to telecoms technology as a national security issue Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
15 Jul 2019
No technical grounds to ban Huawei, DCMS told
Science and Technology Committee tells Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport that there are no technical grounds for it to exclude Huawei Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Jul 2019
Australia’s Myriota to connect up sensors in space missions
Australian startup Myriota has inked a statement of intent with the Australian Space Agency to provide sensor connectivity for future lunar and planetary exploration missions Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
12 Jul 2019
SD-WAN in play: How software-defined solves core business challenges
For foodservice business HMSHost International and chemical products firm Element Solutions, both customers of networking supplier Aryaka, software-defined wide area networking technology is proving its mettle when it comes to solving core business challenges. Find out how. Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
11 Jul 2019
Securing your mobile estate – best practice for CIOs
The prevalence of mobile devices in every part of daily life is shaping how enterprises make choices about software and network infrastructure, but how do businesses go about securing these vast new endpoint estates? Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2019
Brexit is paralysing action on broadband, warns CityFibre
Promises made 12 months ago in the Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review are not coming to fruition quickly enough, and the Brexit crisis is to blame Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
09 Jul 2019
Britain’s 5G roll-out – What is plan B?
The government has ambitious aspirations in respect of Britain’s full-fibre and 5G networks. But among all the Brexit fog, has it managed to shoot itself in the foot with the roll-out of 5G mobile? Continue Reading
By- Michael Watson, Shulmans LLP
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News
08 Jul 2019
Buckinghamshire village pools broadband vouchers to fund full-fibre dig
The village Lillingstone Lovell in Buckinghamshire is helping to fund an Openreach broadband network dig using vouchers pooled through the government’s Rural Gigabit Connectivity scheme Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
07 Jul 2019
There’s no free lunch in SD-WAN, says Tata Communications
Software-defined wide-area networks may help to lower connectivity costs and prioritise network traffic, but enterprises must still invest in bandwidth to reap the benefits of the technology Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
04 Jul 2019
Over half a million homes now using full-fibre as access improves
Ofcom’s latest Communications Market Report examines key trends in the UK’s broadband and mobile market, and finds that access to faster broadband is expanding rapidly across all delivery mechanisms Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
03 Jul 2019
Vodafone switches on 5G mobile network
The UK’s longest-standing mobile operator, Vodafone, has officially turned on its 5G mobile network at an event in London, and reintroduced unlimited data packages for users as it looks to shake up the market Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
03 Jul 2019
BT and Openreach told to be more transparent over split
Ofcom’s latest monitoring report on the changing relationship between BT and Openreach finds room for improvement, but is mostly positive Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
01 Jul 2019
Ofcom to make switching mobile operators easier
The often fraught process of switching mobile network operators will become easier for end-users as new Ofcom regulations come into force Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Jun 2019
Ofcom gets go-ahead for new Openreach access model
Following referral to the European Commission, Ofcom is pressing ahead with a new regulatory model governing more open access to Openreach’s ducts, poles and dark fibre Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
27 Jun 2019
Why are regulations still hindering connectivity?
This is a guest blog post by Tom Dailey, chief international legal, policy and regulatory officer at Verizon The regulatory and policy landscape is a really important topic for all businesses given ... Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Jun 2019
Isles of Scilly among first UK locations to get 5G
The Isles of Scilly are to be included in Vodafone’s 5G network roll-out from day one, with the aim of supporting local community organisations Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
27 Jun 2019
What Singapore consumers expect from 5G
While enterprises are expected to be one of the early beneficiaries of 5G networks that promise low-latency connectivity for driverless vehicles and factory machinery, consumer use cases of the ... Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
27 Jun 2019
Singapore aims to be global node for 5G innovation
The government will spend S$40m to develop 5G technology use cases in key sectors such as maritime and manufacturing with an eye on exporting Singapore's expertise to global markets Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Podcast
25 Jun 2019
Podcast: The Computer Weekly Downtime Upload – Episode 21
In this week’s episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast, Brian McKenna, Clare McDonald and Caroline Donnelly are joined by Computer Weekly’s acting management editor, Angelica Mari, to talk about some of the past week’s biggest news stories Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Jun 2019
Sky invests £125,000 in female-led business ideas
Five women have been awarded their share of £125,000 from Sky to pursue technology-led business ideas Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
24 Jun 2019
New security challenges await 5G planners, say APAC experts
With 5G technology expected to move more data and processing to the network edge, some experts have called for the need to address the security risks when planning 5G networks Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2019
European and UK space agencies start CAV connectivity project
Academia and telecoms operators partner to investigate 5G and satellite systems for connected and autonomous vehicles, with proofs of concept expected for 2020 Continue Reading