Mobile networking

Eutelsat confirms OneWeb merger after ‘robust’ financial year

As it posts results showing growth in connectivity and mobile services, satellite operator inks agreement with joint venture satellite broadband provider to create what they claim will be a global connectivity leader Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK government looks to universities, Korea to develop 5G diversity plans

UK government has created a body for telecoms innovation and inked milestone R&D partnership with Republic of Korea Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

OneWeb merger plans with Eutelsat confirmed

French satellite operator reveals talks with UK government and Bharti Global-owned company that they say would be the first multi-orbit satellite operator offering integrated GEO and LEO solutions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G connections in APAC to surpass 400 million by 2025

The number of 5G connections in Asia-Pacific will grow to more than 400 million by 2025, but a usage gap due to the lack of digital skills and affordability will still exist Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

NHS Digital seeks out wireless healthcare innovation

Funding is available across the NHS for innovative projects that use wireless technology within healthcare Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Cloud comms provider 8x8 claims visual, ‘effortless’ customer experience through CPaaS

Integrated cloud communications platform provider announces availability of communications management service in bid to allow array of user roles in organisations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

ING pilot project tests payments from phone to phone

Dutch bank is testing an app that enables users to make peer-to-peer payments directly from smartphone to smartphone when they are close together Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Doogee S98 Pro ruggedised smartphone

There’s a certain breed of user that likes to ‘tool up’ to the highest possible level, even if they’re not always found on the side of a mountain. You know the sort of person… you’ve seen them walk ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Scotland 5G Centre turns to Vodafone for 5G networks to support economic growth

Leading UK operator designs and deploys two new 5G mobile private network deployments in Aberdeen and Kilmarnock to support the digitisation and diversification of local economies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

ST Engineering, MEASAT expand partnership for enterprise satellite connectivity

Malaysian satellite operator expands network to deliver what it says will be a ‘plethora’ of services to enterprises and communities in rural and ultra-rural areas across the country Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson, Qualcomm, Thales team to validate space-based 5G

Comms technology providers enter into partnership with aerospace firm to provide global 5G coverage including areas currently not served by terrestrial networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia deploys passive optical LAN at Orange France, delivers 5G for AT&T Mexico

Leading comms tech provider strikes partnership with French operator to deploy a passive optical LAN service at more than 20 sites across the country Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Olympique de Marseille scores with Orange 5G

Robust communications in football stadiums is key to delivering optimal fan experiences and leading French team Olympique de Marseille has achieved connectivity in consumer and enterprise 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Effect Photonics, Rural Dorset roll out fixed wireless 5G access to rural UK

Fixed wireless access gains boost across hard-to-reach areas in rural Wales and Dorset, making 5G services available to homes in island of Anglesey Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G-Advanced to hit stride from 2025

Next gen of current next-gen mobile targeted to flourish from 2025-2030, helping 5G commercialisation, long-term development of AI, machine learning and network energy savings for a fully automated network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 Business switches on 5G-connected hospital

Business division of UK cable provider announces switch-on of what it calls UK’s first 5G-connected hospital Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

WBA sets out how Wi-Fi 6/6E enables Industry 4.0

Report highlights next-gen wireless use cases, including detailed autonomous mobile robots, automatic guided vehicles, augmented and virtual reality, and posts IIoT deployment guidelines Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G investment could deliver £7bn a year to UK economy

Benefits of next-gen networks are clear, but research warns that more needs to be done to ensure the UK doesn’t miss out on the full economic benefits of 5G technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia and Proximus demo 5G network slicing innovation to support demanding network conditions

Leading comms tech provider enters into partnership with incumbent Belgian operator to deliver dedicated next-generation spectrum to support demanding conditions such as congested networks in use cases including Industry 4.0, fixed wireless access and cloud gaming Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

India gears up for 5G but challenges remain

The country’s upcoming spectrum auction marks the start of larger scale deployments of 5G in the subcontinent, but telcos will need to find a way to address high infrastructure costs and monetise their investments Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Liverpool 5G Create adds use cases

Liverpool school’s 5G-enabled anti-anxiety game and care home’s 5G-supported fall prevention technology demonstrate benefits of affordable next-generation technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hardware and commercial flexibility issues slow down IoT adoption

Eseye survey finds more than eight out of 10 internet of things professionals view hardware design as top challenge for initial IoT deployments while more than 97% have found their IoT projects less than 50% successful Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

An introduction to neutral host networks using private 5G

Enterprises often use signal boosters and distributed antenna systems to improve carrier signal strength. Neutral host networks over private 5G could disrupt those methods. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks

UK telecoms industry agrees to cost-of-living plan

UK wireless operators make commitment to do more to help customers cope with global price rises and stay connected Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm expands its RF front end with range of Wi-Fi 7 front-end modules

Mobile chip giant aims to take business beyond smartphones with launch of next-gen Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radio frequency front-end modules that are claimed to offer superior wireless performance in automotive and internet-connected devices Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G-Carmen autonomous driving project gets into gear with Italy, Austria and Germany

European Commission-funded autonomous and assisted vehicles project unveils test of innovative automotive functions and services on motorway across three Alpine countries Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Germany – let’s stop debating data retention and start finding solutions

Germany has the opportunity to set the democratic precedent for ending the collection and retention of everybody’s call details record and metadata in the EU. It is time find real and effective solutions to crime Continue Reading

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• Patrick Breyer

5G set for rapid growth phase as world nears 750 million connections

Study shows global 5G rise of 17% from the end of 2021, accelerated by North American migration to 5G from LTE Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, Elisa, Qualcomm claim record 5G uplink speeds over mmWave spectrum

Chip giant, comms tech provider and Finnish operator reveal 5G trial hitting record-breaking uplink speeds of 2.1Gbps over 2Gbps on mmWave spectrum to enable ultra-high-performing, low-latency services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Seven in 10 UK businesses already using, planning to deploy 5G for competitive advantage

Research from national innovation network for next-generation mobile connectivity reveals a significant number of UK businesses are already embracing the benefits of 5G Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Altnets advance fibre broadband in East England

Colchester and Norwich get the opportunity to obtain full-fibre gigabit broadband as leading ISP and cable provider promises ability to work from home and connect online better than ever before Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Leading Belgian telcos land key 5G spectrum

Once seen as behind the curve in next-gen infrastructures, Belgium now comes out strongly for 5G, with telcos Orange and Telenet snaffling up additional spectrum capability to offer advanced mobile services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

North America drives soaring global 5G market

The latest Ericsson Mobility Report reveals that 5G coverage in the UK is still at only around 40%, but growth in fixed wireless access could play a crucial role in ‘levelling up’ Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Aurrigo gets into gear for rural UK self-driving first

Iconic venue that hosted Harry Potter and The Transformers films becomes base for first self-driving vehicles in UK countryside seeing Auto-Pod carry passengers on a shared 500-metre path Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hyundai taps Singtel’s 5G network in electric vehicle manufacturing

Automotive giant is tapping Singtel’s 5G network and multi-access edge computing platform to manage and power its electric vehicle factory in Singapore Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

SES-17 begins delivering satellite connectivity services across Americas

Very high throughput geostationary satellite enters into fully operational stage and is set to expand high-speed broadband network capabilities and accelerate digitisation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

OPPO accelerates 5G enterprise network slicing deployment

OPPO, Ericsson and Qualcomm collaborate to realise what they claim is industry-leading milestone of deploying 5G enterprise network slicing solution for commercially available Android 12 devices Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Comau, Ericsson, TIM test factory of the future through 5G network slicing

Robotics and automation company teams with comms tech provider and leading Italian operator to deliver solutions for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing by using the potential of the 5G network as part of EU-funded 5Growth project Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

India surges in international bandwidth demand

Research shows undersupply has created an opportunity to serve ballooning bandwidth needs across regional hubs such as Mumbai and Chennai Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oxbotica taps metaverse to improve autonomous vehicle detection scenarios

Software firm aims to use artificial intelligence to accelerate the safe and efficient deployment of autonomous vehicle technology, also reducing the carbon emissions generated by vehicles Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm acquires Cellwize to accelerate 5G, edge adoption, innovation

Chip giant makes acquisition of 5G network deployment, automation and management software platform with intention of fuelling digital transformation of industries, powering the connected intelligent edge and supporting growth of cloud economy Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone hits switch on UK’s first live ‘self-powering’ mobile phone mast

Mast incorporates technology to not only reduce environmental impact, but also help bring connectivity to ‘not-spots’ in remote and rural areas Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Port of Tyne lands BT 5G private network to boost smart port ambitions

UK telco teams with leading North East of England port to develop services based on private 5G network to power applications including robotics and autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence, and internet of things Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Managing Apple Macs in the enterprise

In this week’s Computer Weekly, with more people working remotely, the use of Apple Macs in the enterprise is growing – we look at how to manage them securely. Our latest buyer’s guide examines security in the supply chain. And 10 years on from the London Olympics, we find out how data innovation is revitalising its legacy. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Micron to deploy mmWave in Singapore fab

The US chipmaker is leveraging Singtel’s 5G mmWave connectivity to roll out a range of Industry 4.0 applications at its cleanroom in Singapore Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

SES and Vodafone team to deliver 4G and future 5G services via satellite to Papua New Guinea

Latest development in satellite-based connectivity sees new mobile operator in southwestern Pacific island supported by terrestrial and satellite providers to boost further digital opportunities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT inks partnership with Ericsson to support commercial 5G networks

First commercial 5G private network agreement of its kind in the UK will drive Industry 4.0 and the digital transformation of industrial sectors Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Circular IT series - Kong: Efficiency via micro-compute cherry-picking

This is a guest post in Computer Weekly’s circular IT series written by Reza Shafii, VP of product, Kong, a company for its cloud connectivity technology. In this series, we aim to examine all ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Eutelsat, Telenor set sail on maritime connectivity deal

Reflecting the buoyancy of the maritime connectivity market in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, French and Nordic providers showcase combination of in-orbit resources and managed connectivity services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mobile digital transformation – from fast to deep

The first half of 2022 has been a busy time, with much happening in the mobile industry. We consider what the rest of year might hold Continue Reading

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• Dario Betti, Mobile Ecosystem Forum

Swim England takes the plunge with CaaS to reap remote work benefits

England’s national body for swimming deploys communications-as-a-service platform to support remote work for employees and sees benefits such as 35% reduction in monthly platform costs Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

NUS students learn to handle agitated patients through VR

Medical and nursing students at the National University of Singapore’s medical school will soon don virtual reality headsets to learn how to handle agitated patients Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Verizon, AWS expand edge computing to more metro areas

US comms provider teams with cloud giant to add new Wavelength Zones in Tennessee and Florida Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Amdocs acquires MYCOM OSI to monetise next-generation 5G intelligent services

Acquisition of UK SaaS-based cloud network and service assurance company designed to expand comms software and services provider’s network service assurance and monetisation offering Continue Reading

MEC to gain sharper edge over next five years

Driven by autonomous vehicles, advances in the urban sprawl of smart cities and an increase in mobile cloud usage, spending on multi-access edge computing is set for 260% growth from 2022-2027 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia and T-Mobile team to build private 5G networks

US operator and comms tech provider unite to deliver 5G private mobile networks that use telco cloud and 5G hybrid mobile networks in bid to allow enterprise customers to access an extra level of reliability, control and security to enable their digital transformation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three UK aims for medium-sized firms with business comms offers

Marking a significant moment in its growth strategy, UK operator targets business market with service that puts firms with 25-250 staff in control of their monthly spend Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oxbotica completes Europe-first on-road zero-occupancy autonomous vehicle journey

Driverless vehicle software provider collaborates with regulators and insurers to facilitate autonomous vehicle testing and announces landmark deployment with zero-occupancy, fully autonomous, new-type electric vehicle on UK roads Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media brings gigabit broadband to O2 arena

Gigabit broadband provider opens service at leading London entertainment venue bolstered by 5G mobile network which it claims will provide ‘unrivalled’ connected experience for the millions of fans who visit every year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three UK claims 5G network population coverage leadership

With £2bn network transformation said to be gathering pace, UK operator reveals 5G network population coverage has reached 54%, available in over 400 locations across more than 3,000 sites Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Q1 2022 mobile device trade-in programmes see $784m returned to US consumers

A study from Assurant shows continued growing uptake of 5G devices and highlights role mobile trade-ins and upgrade programmes play in promoting a circular economy Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Liverpool Football Club signs Extreme Networks to kick up Anfield Wi-Fi experiences

England’s most successful football team installs high-capacity Wi-Fi and network analytics to drive ‘exceptional’ experiences for fans and more fluid operations for the club Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three UK boosts business offer with Currys partnership

Telco claims game-changer in long-term partnership with technology retail chain in plans to reshape the business connectivity market with business services offered across all B2B sales channels and via retail referral programme Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Marsden building society deploys UCaaS to enhance employee, customer experiences

Regional financial services leader chooses unified communications as a service offering for more agile, flexible and scalable communication to support both immediate needs and long-term growth Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

OneWeb sets sail with Navarino to extend connectivity to commercial shipping

Growing satellite broadband provider agreement expands availability of low Earth orbit connectivity for commercial shipping in bid to transform operational efficiency and support smarter shipping Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AMD, Qualcomm collaborate to optimise business connectivity

Joint effort between chip firm and processor platform provider brings remote Wi-Fi management capabilities to IT administrators through AMD PRO technologies suite of enterprise technology offerings Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 Business launches tech fund for medium businesses

UK-based cableco launches tech fund for new and existing medium business customers, as well as a free digital review to ensure businesses are set up for the future of hybrid working Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Etisalat takes stake as Vodafone reports ‘good’ fiscal year

In the wake of major MENA provider buying 9% share, global operator claims satisfactory fiscal year with continued growth in both Europe and Africa Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia and University of Technology Sydney unveil 5G-connected microbrewery

5G-connected microbrewery located in the Tech Lab of leading Australian educational establishment, which forms part of Industry 4.0 research facility, uses comms tech provider’s 5G backhaul connectivity solution and digital twin technology to optimise brewing process Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon Business and Visionable open connected healthcare centre

Verizon Business and Visionable to open technology-led centre dedicated to accelerating the adoption of connected healthcare technologies for patient-centric care Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Evolution of unified comms services

Post-pandemic ways of working are forcing organisations to rethink their comms – we look at the growth in cloud-based services to support hybrid working Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Record Wi-Fi 6/6E demand as digital-first European homes make wireless indispensable

Products based on next generation of wireless internet standard flourish as the past two years results in dramatic shift in home connectivity demands Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Pharrowtech raises Series A funding to develop first ‘viable’ wireless fibre alternative

Millimetre wave hardware and software design and developer gains investment to accelerate go-to-market for cutting-edge gigabit-per-second wireless solutions for internet access, consumer applications, 5G and smart cities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three UK to switch off 3G network in two years’ time

End of UK’s first third-generation network planned as operator announces its investments in 4G and 5G gather pace, with next-gen network hitting new usage milestone, increasing by over 358% over the past year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm unveils new Snapdragon, readies virtualised Open RAN with Viettel, advances robotics

Chip giant reveals next-generation of core Snapdragon platform with emphasis on smart transit and mmWave solutions, and deployment of virtualised and modular 5G networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone sharpens Edge Innovation Programme focused on distributed, dedicated MEC

UK operator introduces Edge Innovation Programme 2.0 to inspire the creation of new products and services using multi-access edge compute technology and its 5G infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ofcom outlines plans to make mmWave 5G spectrum available for new uses

UK comms regulator reveals roadmap to take advantage of opportunities for users and applications across the country to access high-frequency spectrum for new uses Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

EE hits coverage landmark with 5G network

UK operator hits key milestone in its ambition to offer 5G anywhere in the UK by 2028 through its macro network and on-demand connectivity solutions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G connections set to double year-on-year by the end of 2022

Leading analyst says that while next-generation mobile infrastructure growth is set to be strong, providers should look to bundle-rich 5G apps and services to drive demand and sate consumer needs Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm announces Wi-Fi 7 product line

Chip giant announces product line that supports latest version of wireless standard, anticipating a new class of customer systems for current applications and emerging Wi-Fi 7 ecosystem Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon Business opens gates to international stadium, deploys SD-WAN at Bertelsmann

Business services division of US comms giant announces dedicated strategy aimed at stadiums and venues located in Europe and Asia Pacific, offering specific technologies designed to benefit their requirements Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Amdocs launches Americas 5G Experience Lab

Communications software and services provider opens up 5G Experience Lab to capitalise on a diverse mobile communications partner ecosystem to unlock new applications and services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

iPhone sales soar even as global smartphone shipments decrease in 2022 Q1

Study into global smartphone arena finds Apple on a high while shipments by Chinese manufacturers have fallen sharply due to the slowdown in their domestic market, leading to global device industry maintaining negative growth trend Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G finds voice as Nokia, Optus claim first 3CC carrier aggregation standalone 5G data

Voice-over-5G market shows strong growth as tech provider and Australian operator establish 3 components carrier data sessions using a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone and Nokia’s 5G AirScale portfolio on Optus’ 5G network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Almost 2,000 5G cities globally at end of 2021

Research shows 23 live open radio access network deployments and 24 standalone 5G networks in addition to almost 2,000 cities in the world having a next-generation mobile network Continue Reading

Samsung serves DISH for 5G Open RAN roll-out

Networks division of electronics giant selected by US operator for the deployment of open 5G network solutions based on virtual and open radio access network technology to play an integral role in Smart 5G Network development Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UScellular taps Qualcomm, Inseego to launch 5G mmWave fixed wireless in 10 US cities

US provider’s Home Internet+ service will use high-frequency 5G technology to provide high-speed internet to homes and businesses, with expansion from 10 to dozens of cities throughout 2022 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oracle teams with Verizon as it expands global network of industry innovation labs

New facility outside Chicago will explore how 5G can create and test use cases to solve industry challenges, from carbon reduction to worker safety and sustainable building Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Huawei demands innovation for greener world based on 5.5G

Communications technology giant outlines three pillars for innovation in a greener world, including advancing the connectivity industry Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The importance of mid-band 5G for European economic growth

The roll-out of 5G networks promises to revolutionise the role of high bandwidth wireless connectivity, but underestimating the role of mid-band spectrum could needlessly restrict its benefits Continue Reading

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• Luciana Camargos, Computer Weekly

Global digital wallet transactions set to soar

Payments using mobile phones are set to soar globally as suppliers expand the services available, according to research Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

SES, SnT test MeluXina supercomputer to boost satellite broadband

Grand Duchy’s leading satellite operator and supercomputer site begin project to enable research partners to perform advanced optimisation tests for steadily growing broadband sector Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

US mobile network emerges as latest Lapsus$ victim

Lapsus$ extortion gang hit T-Mobile and attempted to perform SIM-swapping attacks and code theft Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

UK’s first full-sized autonomous bus takes the high road in Scotland

Live road testing is taking place for the next two weeks in what is claimed to be Europe’s most complex and ambitious public autonomous bus pilot, with passenger service due to go live in late summer Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange opens Warsaw 5G Lab

Telco adds Polish facility to its roster of 5G Labs across Europe, allowing businesses across the country to have the opportunity to discover and experiment all the potential of next-generation networks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Leadwind completes €140m first closing to fund deep tech scaleups

First investment for fund designed for firms at the intersection of technologies such as edge computing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, 5G connectivity, blockchain and cloud services located in Southern Europe, prioritising Spain and Latin America Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

EE, Qualcomm collaboration claims European 5G first

UK operator says use of spectrum aggregation technology across 4G and 5G bands to boost network capacity has seen it become the first European network to deliver 5G over seven combined spectrum carriers, achieving the network’s fastest 5G speeds to date Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Verizon takes equity stake in Casa Systems to sharpen 5G edge

US telco takes 9.9% stake in provider of core 5G technologies to develop mobile edge computing solutions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mavenir, Fujitsu, Aspire accelerate global development of Open RAN

Network software provider and network solutions developer accelerate O-RAN-compliant cloud-native CU/DU with pre-tested and integrated remote radio head units, while Japanese tech firm announces collaboration to hasten global adoption of Open RAN Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Softbank and UnaBiz team up on internet of robotic things

Japan’s Softbank Robotics and Singapore-based UnaBiz are bringing IoT and robotics technology together to improve facilities management, among other applications Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget