Mobile networking
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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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News
20 Nov 2024
Apple addresses two iPhone, Mac zero-days
Two zero-day vulnerabilities uncovered in Apple’s operating systems could have allowed for arbitrary code execution and cross-site scripting attacks Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Mar 2021
Cibicom taps Nokia to supply mission-critical LTE network across Denmark
Finnish comms provider inks deal with Danish operator to roll out new 450 MHz LTE infrastructure for mass volume IoT and mission critical data coverage Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2021
Scottish consortium unveils new scheme to boost 4G, 5G connectivity
Programme launched to help Scottish local authorities and public sector organisations reap the benefits from improved connectivity without overburdening their resources Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Mar 2021
UK’s first 5G-connected tram on track across West Midlands
Leading next-generation network test lab announces latest project offering a showcase for what the future of connected transport could look like in its home region and beyond Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Mar 2021
UK government offers ‘inadequate’ response to broadband concerns
DCMS Committee takes government to task for the second time in two months for lack of response in how it will ensure communications strategy is realised Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Mar 2021
DZS accelerates network process strategy with RIFT acquisition
In its second recent strategic acquisition, transport and broadband access solutions provider swoops for automation firm to deliver and manage intelligent network and processing functions at the network edge Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2021
T-Mobile targets post-pandemic workplace with remote working suite
Aiming to address a world of work in which Covid-19 brought a decade’s worth of progress in a year’s time,T-Mobile launches a collaborative solutions suite that it says will meet the challenges of remote working head on Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2021
Vodafone promises ‘unbreakable’ broadband without breaking the bank
New hybrid Pro Broadband product aims to deliver Wi-Fi in every room through hybrid router that is claimed to deliver uninterrupted wireless connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2021
Mobile business and productivity apps see 7.1 billion downloads in 2020
App Annie research finds stay-at-home orders and lockdowns drive uptake of business productivity applications such as Zoom Cloud Meetings, Google Meet and Microsoft Teams, growing 35% annually Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Mar 2021
Goldman Sachs CEO comments highlight need for home working balance
The remote working revolution has been prominent in the banking sector and organisations have a balancing act to perform once the pandemic passes Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
02 Mar 2021
Cellular IoT connections to reach 3.5 billion by 2030
Strategy Analytics survey finds that despite mass roll-out of next-gen networks, in the real world of the internet of things, 4G will continue as the dominant underlying platform, and 5G-based IoT growth will be gradual over the remaining part of the decade Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Mar 2021
First Newcastle residents gain CityFibre gigabit access
UK’s third national digital infrastructure platform provider claims Tyneside digital revolution is gathering pace as the first homes are connected to next-generation full-fibre network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Feb 2021
Three UK broadens 4G, 5G reach
UK operator reveals the pace at which its 5G network is expanding according to an expansion plan announced at end of 2020 and gives visibility into its 4G net build Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Feb 2021
5G firms tune up for Sonic open networking scheme
Project offers the opportunity to shape what the UK’s 5G supply chains of the future could look like Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Feb 2021
HPE launches new comms tech group with ‘industry-first’ Open RAN Solution Stack
Group will help telcos and enterprises take advantage of the huge 5G market opportunity with technology bringing the company’s IP across telco software, services and infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Feb 2021
Tech-enabled hybrid working enables HSBC to cut 40% of its global office space
Bank is making huge reductions in the amount of office space it uses through a global hybrid-working policy Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
25 Feb 2021
EE to extend mobile coverage in more than 500 UK areas in 2021
As part of £1bn scheme to make sure acceptable mobile connectivity is spread among all UK communities, BT-owned telco reveals mass mobile roll-out plan Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Feb 2021
UK 5G offers faster speeds, but availability issues persist
Research shows UK 5G speeds have increased since initial deployments and are likely to increase further, with London a particular bright spot, but availability remains an issue Continue Reading
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News
24 Feb 2021
Vaccine passports prove an ethical minefield
Privacy campaigners warn that vaccine passports may turn out to be discriminatory and invasive, while technologists agree careful consideration must be given to their design Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
24 Feb 2021
Demand for telcos to prioritise efficiency and sustainability in 5G nets
Research reveals that embracing best practices and partnering with customers to amplify efficiency will be key for operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Feb 2021
Wi-Fi Alliance improves quality of service for real-time Wi-Fi applications
New certification programme for wireless broadband quality-of-service management is claimed to be able to bring robust service delivery and high-quality Wi-Fi experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2021
Huawei: World faces risk of K-shaped post-Covid economic recovery
MWC keynote sees Huawei deputy chairman warn that innovation is not just about solving current challenges, but about ‘lighting up tomorrow’ with innovation to make businesses smarter and create a more inclusive world Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2021
GSMA: 5G drives recovery from Covid
Research from global trade body for the mobile industry finds that, driven by China, adoption of next-generation networks will enable global economies to get back on track over the short to mid-term Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
23 Feb 2021
Rogue drones beware: We’re here to ground you
Eugene Kaspersky exclusively lifts the lid on a mysterious, shiny device that’s been sitting in his office Continue Reading
By- Eugene Kaspersky, Kaspersky
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News
23 Feb 2021
Bharti Airtel, Qualcomm team to advance 5G Open RAN in India
Subcontinent’s premier communication systems provider announces partnership with leading provider of communications chips and chipsets to accelerate the adoption of next-generation networks in India Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2021
SES beams high-throughput loopback services to US DoD
Government solutions division of Luxembourg-based satellite operator uses O3b medium earth orbit constellation to deliver mission-critical communications to the edge in Asia Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2021
Huawei: Mobile 5G and wireless home broadband set to triple in 2021
Keynote by leading executive predicts booming 5G market set to rise in the next 12 months and reveals first use case for 5G business suite in industrial mobile Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2021
Ericsson accelerates 5G mid-band roll-outs with mMIMO, RAN Compute lines
Swedish comms tech provider expands MIMO portfolio and radio access network solutions to enhance network performance with what it claims is optimised energy efficiency and reduced carbon footprint with new mid-band products, including 20kg flagship 64T Massive radio product Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2021
5G network densification and mMIMO to drive mobile net spend to US$191bn by 2026
Finding MIMO pivotal to driving massive uptake in cellular infrastructure expenditure over the next five years Continue Reading
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News
19 Feb 2021
Orange aims for pole with Totem on back of ‘solid’ fiscal year
Global telco claims to have defied Covid-19 with solid fiscal year and looks to the future with increased 5G penetration and new mobile tower business. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Feb 2021
Nokia wins multi-year 5G radio and core contract with A1 Austria
Central European telco signs further deal with Finnish comms provider to begin commercial implementation of 4G and 5G network slicing following successful pilot Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Feb 2021
Tech shortfalls erode company culture in mid-size businesses
Nearly half of European office workers feel their company culture has suffered due to coronavirus restrictions, with companies faced with the difficult task of creating a supportive, digital-driven company culture that works for everyone Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Feb 2021
C Spire taps Amdocs for 5G wireless policy and charging
US telco makes key 5G technology investment to be able to offer what it says will be the ‘most innovative’ 5G customer experience now and in the future Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Feb 2021
CSPs overlook SMEs as major source of 5G revenue
Study finds communications service providers are failing to recognise the vast potential of the SME arena as a major source of B2B revenue, especially on 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Feb 2021
NearForm secures investment to fuel rapid international expansion
Creator of contact-tracing app for the island of Ireland, Scotland, the EU and north-eastern US states secures faster cash injection to build better software Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
Altran, Qualcomm collaborate for 5G NR small cell software
Altran and Qualcomm join forces to expedite development of high-speed, low-latency private and public 5G small cells Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
BT fibres up UK Covid-19 vaccination centres
As NHS announces that 15 million people have received first dose of Covid-19 vaccine across UK, BT reveals its role in helping health service to achieve milestone by connecting more than 100 vaccination centres to high-speed connectivity and Wi-Fi Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
Digital investments will add £232bn to UK economy by 2040
The UK economy could grow by £232bn over the next two decades if investments in digital technologies continue Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
15 Feb 2021
Sun shines on first private cellular campus smart manufacturing network in Greece
Supporting the digital transformation of Greek enterprises, comms tech provider implements connectivity system based on the deployment of a private cellular campus network at solar thermal products provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2021
Zoom fatigue kicks in as working from home becomes working from phone
Research from leading telecoms operator finds over a third of Brits working from home are increasingly switching to mobile data to stay online in lockdown Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Feb 2021
Nokia furthers Open RAN push with CPQD partnership
Collaboration between Nokia and CPQD set to explore Open RAN-compliant RIC platform to develop 5G use cases such as fixed wireless access smart cities and Industry 4.0 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Feb 2021
Masergy, Cisco construct UCaaS collaboration solution
SD-WAN provider teams with networking and collaboration technology giant to address distributed enterprises’ communications needs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Feb 2021
More than $2bn returned to US consumers through mobile device trade-ins in 2020
Market falls back, but old comms devices maintain value in 2020 despite Covid-19, with $786m returned to US consumers in Q4 2020 alone, representing a 38% rise from Q3 for the secondary device market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Feb 2021
Massive uptick in collaboration software usage in 2020
US and Europe show differing directions of travel in remote working take-up but leading collaboration systems exhibit four-figure growth since February 2020, with usage levels set to remain high as the new normal of work establishes itself Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Feb 2021
Verizon Business, Deloitte gain retail edge with 5G
Operator’s 5G and mobile edge compute technology, coupled with IT consultancy’s retail industry and solution engineering experience, aims to improve store operating efficiency and enhance the customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
First phase of Shared Rural Network set to bring £187m boost to UK rural businesses
Operator-commissioned study claims first phase of scheme to reduce partial not-spots in the UK could mean rural communities contribute an added £58.9m to UK GDP each year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
Companies call for new breed of enterprise network operator for greater IoT control
Survey finds almost half of those controlling decisions on the deployment of internet of things technology and services would like to own a dedicated network in-house Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
Société Générale adopts work-from-home policy
French bank formalises remote working policy after discussions with labour unions Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Feb 2021
Vodafone UK adds Digitalk to MVNO portfolio
UK telco taps global mobile virtual network enabler service provider, offering cloud-based real-time communications platforms, to assist in on-boarding partners to virtual network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2021
Sim-swapping crooks targeted celebrities, influencers
Eight arrests have been made in England and Scotland in connection with a series of Sim-swapping attacks targeting high-profile victims Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Feb 2021
NHS Covid-19 app alerts 1.7 million contacts
More than 1.7 million users asked to isolate by UK app as a result of a close contact since launch, helping to break chains of transmission and prevent the deaths of thousands, says developer Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2021
BT claims £24bn value as it enables new customer experience for Walgreens Boots
As it announces role in delivering transformation for pharmacy chain, BT reveals data showing that it employs one in every 12 people in UK’s IT and communications sector Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2021
CityFibre lights up Yorkshire cities with gigabit connectivity
Former altnet turned UK’s third national digital infrastructure platform provider announces plan to transform two of the White Rose county’s largest conurbations into digitally connected cities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2021
Telecom Egypt implements IBM hybrid cloud to transform operations
Leading regional telco deploys Cloud Pak for Automation technology to modernise network operations and deliver fast and secure services to clients and looks to IBM Global Business Services to build and manage its datacentre Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2021
European cities hit key smart technology milestone with €250m investment
London, Lisbon, Milan, Bordeaux, Burgas and Warsaw trigger investment in smart technologies as part of Sharing Cities programme Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2021
Deutsche Telekom taps Nokia for optical transport network modernisation
Global operator signs deal to deploy optical transport portfolio to deliver more automated, higher-capacity network to meet growing demands of residential and Industry 4.0 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2021
Large and small firms accelerate UC technology adoption in response to Covid-19
Large companies showed an increase of nearly 40%, an increased adoption driven by remote working surge caused by the pandemic Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Feb 2021
Telcos flesh out 5G volumetric use cases
NTT DoCoMo and BT among first telcos to examine the potential of technology that will enable large, high-quality interactive 3D files to be streamed to 5G mobile devices and viewed directly through a browser, along with AR/VR. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Feb 2021
CE consortium calls on comms regulator to ignore pleas to delay 6GHz certification
As users’ reliance on wireless devices increases, the US Consumer Technology Association warns FCC to ignore lobbying to pause progress of Wi-Fi 6E equipment certification Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Feb 2021
RAN returns strong growth but Nokia prepares for challenging year ahead
Comms tech provider claims solid Q4, full year 2020 performance but anticipates “meaningful headwinds” in year of transition Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2021
BT counts cost of Covid-19 in third quarter
Fibre and 5G roll-outs continue apace, but trading update reveals trying times for UK incumbent telco, with falling revenues and profits Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2021
Ericsson: Dematerialisation is the path to profitability
Comms tech provider’s research finds so-called dematerialised enterprises expect to take advantage of cloud and mobile technology to become more productive and sustainable by 2030 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2021
Broadband speed boost sees UK home values jump by £3,500
UK government survey quantifies added value of access to superfast broadband, which is now said to have pushed broadband speeds up a gear for 5.5 million homes across the country, creating £2.7bn of economic benefits including 17,600 jobs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2021
EE, BT team to ‘redefine’ home broadband with BT Halo 3+
Comms provider and mobile division announce new hybrid connect device, claiming to combine full-fibre home broadband, Wi-Fi and UK’s fastest mobile network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2021
EE 5G mobile usage increases by 40% over last quarter of 2020
Surge in use of next-generation networks for BT-owned mobile service over the festive period with video, especially news, causing spikes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Feb 2021
Latency higher priority than speed as IT leaders look to gain edge
Business leaders believe success depends on low latency, namely 10ms or less to ensure the success of their applications, with three-quarters requiring 5ms or less for edge initiatives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Feb 2021
Nordic countries dominate European online banking take-up
Nordics dominate online banking take-up in Europe, but the UK is not far behind Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
01 Feb 2021
Enterprise 5G network slicing to carve out $20bn revenues over next five years
Research highlights dedicated network allocation technique as an enabler for new value creation as communications service providers bolster their capabilities to go beyond connectivity revenues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Feb 2021
O2 and NEC claim Open RAN trial success
Leading UK mobile operator teams reveal positive results from open radio access network test with IT and network technologies provider, including virtualised RAN software and hardware from GigaTera Communications, Supermicro among others Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Feb 2021
Qualcomm ramps up 5G with French research and development centre
Brittany and Paris Region colocated R&D facility set up to boost chip giant as it embarks on next-generation network objectives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Feb 2021
5G to the fore as Ericsson beats expectations in financial year
Strong year recorded by comms tech firm from continued high activity levels in North America, Northeast Asia and Europe, with 5G strong Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jan 2021
Dell, SK Telecom, VMware bring 5G edge to enterprises
IT giants team with telco to collaborate on an integrated multi-access edge computing system with the aim of providing more secure and reliable access to data at edge locations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jan 2021
Wi-Fi Alliance advances support for Wi-Fi 6E ecosystem
Specification published defining architecture, protocols and functionality for the automated frequency coordination system-to-AFC device interface to maximise the 6 GHz spectrum opportunity and expand Wi-Fi 6E benefits Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jan 2021
Telcos accelerate digital transformation but revenues remain store-based
Report reveals operators still rely mainly on physical channels to sell their products and services, but know the value that digital sales can create for them Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2021
More than one in six households struggling to afford broadband in UK
With UK lockdown persisting and education online until March at the earliest, research finds broadband customers in receipt of low-income benefits almost twice as likely to struggle to pay their bill than other customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2021
Smartphone industry roars back in Q4 2020 as iPhone propels Apple to new heights
The past 12 months as a whole may have been challenging for the smartphone industry, but the industry enjoyed an end-of-year renaissance driven by a staggering $66bn worth of iPhone sales Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2021
Contactless payment limit could rise to £100 as FCA seeks industry views
UK financial services regulator is considering raising the contactless card payment limit to £100 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
28 Jan 2021
UK government reviews law on access to land for digital infrastructure
Reacting to reports that agreements have been slow to conclude, holding up the roll-out of better mobile and broadband connectivity, UK government consults on changes to the legal framework for agreements on access to land for digital infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2021
UK broadband customers count cost of quietly expired contracts
Almost three million UK high-speed broadband customers – a third of those whose deal ended in the past year – say they were not informed when their contract ended, as mandated by the UK comms regulator, costing around £90 per household Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2021
O2, Three, Vodafone team to enhance rural mobile coverage
Three of the UK’s leading mobile operators announce plan to build and share infrastructure to boost 4G rural coverage in the first part of a national scheme to improve mobile connectivity in hard-to-reach places Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2021
Global VPN downloads surge in 2020
Repressive regimes’ regulatory demands and remote working see virtual private network usage rocket over the past 12 months Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2021
Virtualisation, automation and network slicing increasing operators’ focus
Research reveals added pressure on networks in the post Covid-19 world, with access network performance as the primary factor that most impacts subscriber experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2021
Barratt enlists UK network leaders to install full-fibre broadband across all new homes
At a time when the country has never been so dependent on fast and reliable home broadband, leading house builder has teamed with UK broadband leaders to ensure new builds are in the digital fast lane Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2021
Telia takes Ericsson 5G to transform industrial inspection as Project Reindeer runs
New partnership will benefit Swedish industry by performing livestream industrial inspections via drones, while more details are released on Ericsson’s EU-funded 6G initiative Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2021
Virgin to enter UK 5G fray but regulator delays 5G spectrum auction
UK operator marks ‘milestone’ moment in its history with 5G offer to add to gigabit broadband, but Ofcom puts on hold the process to gain mid-band frequencies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2021
Wireless Broadband Alliance rolls out roadmap for 5G, Wi-Fi 6 convergence
New industry guidelines highlight critical role next-generation wireless technology will play in the long-term success of 5G, outlining convergence opportunities for optimising business innovation and customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jan 2021
NEC announces 3x MIMO capacity gain for mmWave 5G CPE
Aiming to contribute to the development of mmWave 5G mobile access networks and building ecosystems among operators and suppliers, tech giant claims landmark achievement Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jan 2021
GSMA: mmWave 5G showing signs of market readiness
With 5G roll-outs and adoption progressing quickly and with the mmWave ecosystem showing signs of readiness, the main question the mobile industry faces is where and when mmWave systems can be cost-effective Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2021
Vodafone unveils ‘instant’ Wi-Fi
Telco targets digital households and small businesses with new mobile router for use cases including support for video calling, streaming and online learning Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2021
BT connects Dutch diplomatic missions
New software-defined network services designed to enable secure collaboration and support digital transformation of network supporting Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2021
Next-gen network roll-outs drive 5G FWA broadband CPE market
Continued momentum revealed for fixed wireless access as analyst sees such services using 5G technology capable of supporting gigabit speeds, creating huge potential to compete with existing fixed broadband services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2021
Optus taps Nokia for 5G tech to enhance stadium experiences
With crowds slowly returning to outdoor venues in Australia after lockdown, comms tech provider and leading local operator deliver gigabit wireless in-stadium connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2021
Nokia, Mobily unveil world’s first sliced FWA deployment
Global comms tech provider teams with Saudi Arabian telco to pilot world’s first 4G and 5G fixed wireless access network slicing on a live commercial network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2021
European telecoms big guns team up to drive Open RAN deployments
Major regional operators embark upon collaboration to provide a framework for the creation of an interoperable market for Open RAN Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Jan 2021
Few workers see employers as ready for new normal
Study finds vast majority of workers feel employers are not fully prepared to support the longer-term move to a hybrid workforce, prompting a need for organisations to plan their ‘future workplace’ better Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Jan 2021
Broadcast, media sector presents telcos with digital transformation opportunities
Analyst sets out potential winning strategy for telcos in entertainment sector with 5G, multi-access edge computing and network slicing, as well as virtualisation and cloud Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
20 Jan 2021
Five not the only magic number for Three in 2021
With a new CEO beginning to put into practice its plan, mainly a pivot towards business, mobile operator Three UK has been eyeing up new opportunities in 2021. We see what is on the agenda Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2021
Mavenir, VIAVI enter into collaboration to validate 5G RAN options for US market
Partnership will focus on lab testing of cloud-native radio access systems for major US mobile network operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2021
Legacy security architectures threaten to disrupt remote working
Annual survey of IT leaders finds network security is of prime concern as most companies continue with work-from-home policies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2021
AE Aerospace claims 5G landmark in transforming manufacturing productivity
Leading UK manufacturing business and partners trial 5G to pioneer productivity improvements and drive recovery in key sector hit hard by Covid Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jan 2021
Three UK, Tata team to accelerate 5G network roll-out
IT services, consulting and business solutions provider employed to help UK operator configure and maintain its next-generation mobile network and ensure first time right network operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly