Mobile networks
Mobile networks are increasingly being used for data communications and as such become a key consideration for IT managers. As smartphones become a vital business tool, the strategies of key players such as Vodafone, O2, Orange, T-Mobile and Three have ever greater relevance for IT strategy. As the mobile world starts to move from 3G and HSDPA networks to 4G and LTE, we look at the implications and opportunities for enterprise IT strategy.
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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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20 Nov 2024
Telenor unveils analytics and insights service for IoT devices
Leading Nordic operator unveils ‘game-changer’ analytics and insights service for businesses looking to make use of the full potential of their internet of things fleet data Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Oct 2021
Cisco lands fixed, 5G wins with Telenor, Deutsche Telekom
Networking tech giant announces deal with leading European operators with what is claimed to be state-of-the-art 5G equipment and its highest bandwidth router Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Oct 2021
Huawei teams with UK innovators to create 5G futures
Next-generation network facility in Cambridge claims to be breaking fresh ground across multiple industries and creating a true first-mover advantage with private 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Oct 2021
5G to play key role in meeting sustainability targets across industries
Study from Mobile UK highlights crucial role that 5G and wider mobile connectivity will have in assisting national efforts to mitigate climate change Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Oct 2021
American Express announces global hybrid working model
US credit card giant is latest corporate to formalise hybrid working following the success of informal policies introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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18 Oct 2021
Singapore pulls ahead with public sector 5G trials
Singapore’s public sector organisations are testing the use of 5G connectivity to remotely operate an autonomous vehicle for road-sweeping, among other use cases Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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18 Oct 2021
TM Forum teams with Bridge Alliance to simplify adoption of edge computing
Communications industry trade associations enter into collaboration to drive the advancement of industry standards on Open APIs for multi-access edge computing Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Oct 2021
Huawei plots course for 5Gigaverse society
Keynote presents roadmap to new landscape of all-scenario continuous next-generation network coverage driven by the rapid development of 5G, with more than 170 networks built and nearly 500 million users developed within two years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Oct 2021
Dell extends Edge, reveals 5G and Open RAN services
Technology giant continues with its advancement into the world of telecoms with offerings designed to automate the deployment and management of open, cloud-native network infrastructure to fast-track opportunities at the edge Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Oct 2021
DCMS appoints Plexal to drive telecoms diversity strategy
Government chooses UK innovation company to understand and develop the role of SMEs in the telecoms market with particular reference to how to create a diverse market that supports the creation of home-grown, sovereign technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Oct 2021
Connectivity takes telehealth from a nice-to-have to a must-have
Survey shows how the healthcare industry is evolving with digital experiences in the post-pandemic world, with providers needing to offer telehealth options that ensure the experience is easy, intuitive and enjoyable Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 Oct 2021
UK government to provide full-fibre broadband to 1,000 schools
New programme aims to give access to gigabit broadband speeds to UK schools while connectivity to nearly 7,000 hospitals, libraries, police stations and other public buildings will be upgraded by the end of March 2022 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 Oct 2021
New use cases revealed as Orange Belgium launches 5G Lab in Antwerp
Opening next-generation mobile laboratory facility in Antwerp, Orange Belgium invited companies to discover, test and develop new innovative use cases on standalone network technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 Oct 2021
Dubai World Trade Centre overhauls network to pioneer digital event experiences
Dubai exhibition space completes large-scale network overhaul and makes 10x increase in network capacity to power next-gen digital applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Oct 2021
UnaBiz raises $25m in Series B funding
Regional IoT tech supplier will use the funds to strengthen its foothold in key markets and develop new products and services Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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08 Oct 2021
Talent sits everywhere with hybrid work powered by mobile and artificial intelligence
Cisco’s Hybrid work index reveals insights on people’s preferences, habits and technology usage in the era of hybrid work Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Oct 2021
The status of 5G rollouts in 2021 and 2022
Major U.S. mobile operators -- AT&T, Dish, T-Mobile and Verizon -- are focused on deploying 5G through 2022. Learn about each provider's timeline. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2021
CW Middle East: Middle East hospitals accelerate take-up of healthcare technologies
The Middle East is accelerating its take-up of digital healthcare technologies following lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic, with regional government turning to technology to track disease trends and monitor treatment. Also read in this issue how the UAE’s National Program for Coders will offer ‘golden visas’ to 100,000 entrepreneurs, enterprise owners and startups. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2021
Eutelsat raises stake in OneWeb
Leading French operator takes involvement with growing Bharti/UK government-owned satellite firm into higher orbit, becoming second largest shareholder Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Oct 2021
5PRING issues call for 5G innovation in UK events sector
West Midlands telecoms industry testbed challenges innovators to help lead the next-generation networks revolution as live events industry gets back to life Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Oct 2021
Aetos to deploy Singtel MEC for security operations
Security firm Aetos will use Singtel’s multi-access edge computing platform to run applications such as surveillance robots, drones and video analytics at its security command centre Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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04 Oct 2021
Enea claims first 4G, 5G user-based congestion management solution
Telecoms software provider launches solution based on proprietary algorithms to take pre-emptive action to boost QoE for individual sessions before subscribers experience congestion Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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01 Oct 2021
KDDI taps Samsung to enable mid-band 5G net spectrum
Latest part of technology partnership between Japanese operator and Korean comms tech firm sees advances in RAN technology to support accelerated 5G network roll-out in key spectrum range Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Sep 2021
Poor connectivity sees majority of global enterprises suffer reduced productivity, efficiency
Research from core network software platform provider highlights enterprise willingness to invest in private networks solutions as they seek greater network security, network performance and tighter network control Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Sep 2021
Symphonie aims high in EC call for satellite connectivity
Newly formed consortium led by Unseenlabs and Euroconsult responds to European Commission call for tenders to collect disruptive ideas for an ‘innovative’ European broadband constellation in space sector Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Sep 2021
Global industry accelerates IoT adoption in response to Covid
Research reveals enhanced development curve for industrial internet of things in 2021 across global supply chains in agriculture, electrical utilities, mining, oil and gas, transport and logistics Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Sep 2021
Virgin to focus on business net as providers welcome new net neutrality debate
Network providers call on UK government and regulators to adopt net neutrality regulations to align with new times in the communications industry as leading cableco announces a pivot to B2B Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 Sep 2021
Virgin Media teams with Plume to support smart home service to all UK households
UK cable operator teams up with smart home services provider to bring the nation smarter Wi-Fi with advanced device security, in-home motion detection and sophisticated controls Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Sep 2021
UK’s fastest 5G found outside south-east of England
Analyst’s update on UK next-generation network shows 5G not just spreading, but flourishing across the country in terms of speeds and availability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Sep 2021
Vodafone, ITU aim to bridge global smartphone digital divide
First multi-stakeholder initiative to address global mobile internet access gap has been launched by operator and global comms body Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
17 Sep 2021
Top 10 promising 5G use cases CIOs should know
The technological advantages 5G presents are well known. The hard part for business leaders is choosing where 5G implementation can be the difference maker for their organization. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2021
BT gifts small businesses £7.5m in street advertising as Street Hub 2.0 units go live
Local businesses in Kensington and Chelsea are given the chance to advertise for free via digital screens in Street Hub 2.0 units while research reveals over 60% of small firms say local advertising will boost awareness of their business Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Sep 2021
European president outlines tech vision to drive Europe
President of the European Commission has set out plans for a stronger European economy, with less reliance on US and Chinese tech giants Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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16 Sep 2021
UK on a roll with 5G in second quarter of 2021
After two years of stagnant speeds, UK next-generation communications network industry gets into gear in terms of download speeds and availability as all stakeholders work to make conditions ripe for opportunity, with Three UK a ‘decisive’ winner in the second quarter Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 Sep 2021
Vodafone: Tech will be driving force for UK achieving net-zero targets
Study urges UK government to deploy 5G, IoT and other digital and connectivity technologies in its forthcoming energy efficiency and sustainability strategy, claiming this could reduce emissions by up to 4% a year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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13 Sep 2021
Virgin Media O2 and Fotokite trial 5G connected tethered drone
Swiss drone company partners with UK telecoms operator to test 5G-enabled, tethered drones in a simulated rescue mission as part of a trial to elevate possibilities for emergency services and first responders Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Sep 2021
Providers drive into the core network fast lane as 5G race accelerates
Study finds that in the next-generation network arena, 5G standalone core dominates key service provider activity, with an enduring need for agility and responsiveness Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Sep 2021
National Broadband takes on UK fibre with 5G business broadband
New 5G-based broadband complements existing 4G infrastructure and aims to offer towns and cities compelling alternative to fibre broadband Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Sep 2021
UK government reveals £4m trial to use streetlamps and bus shelters to boost 5G
Two-year project will begin to ramp up use of street furniture and public buildings to host 5G radio kit, with CCTV poles, traffic signals and other roadside infrastructure potentially used to boost coverage Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Sep 2021
Qualcomm, Google bring premium and intelligent in-vehicle experiences to Renault Mégane
Electric version of French car range to use third-generation Snapdragon automotive cockpit platforms and Google Technologies to design ‘seamless and cutting-edge’ in-car experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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03 Sep 2021
Berlin court reverses ban on use of EncroChat evidence in criminal trials
Berlin Superior Court allows use of EncroChat evidence in criminal trials but lawyers say the question will ultimately need to be decided by the German Supreme Court Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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03 Sep 2021
Hybrid work boom sees 170% increase in TalkTalk full-fibre footprint
Business growth and new ways of working have contributed to increasing investment in UK operator’s FTTP offering and wider business network over the past year as demand for reliable, gigabit broadband soars Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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03 Sep 2021
Vodafone taps Ericsson to halve 5G energy consumption, reinforces 4G network
Vodafone announces update to its network strategy, in particular how it is transitioning and refarming 3G spectrum to 4G, and deployment of a new 5G radio that saw energy consumption decrease Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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03 Sep 2021
5G-ENCODE reveals next phase of network slicing for industrial 5G
UK government backed next-generation network project 5G-ENCODE switches on the second phase of its network at the National Composites Centre, as it bids to move a step closer to realising the commercial benefits of 5G in manufacturing Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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02 Sep 2021
The Gulf is counting on its smart cities for a sustainable and profitable future
The countries in the Gulf region are leading the way in the development of smart cities as part of their economic diversification Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2021
Nokia presses pause on O-RAN Alliance
Citation of leading Chinese technology firms by US government department leads to Finnish comms tech giant halting activities in open comms software body Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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26 Aug 2021
Vilicom taps Mavenir for UK’s first offshore Open RAN private network for windfarm connectivity
Ending a week in which it announced technology for incorporating 2G into Open RAN standards and made a strategic acquisition to enhance its customer engagement platform, cloud-native networks software provider deploys private LTE network for windfarm application in Scotland Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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26 Aug 2021
Zoom plots path to hybrid return to the workplace
Pandemic’s breakout conferencing tool provider plans to support the new normal of hybrid working with systems recognising both remote and in-office work Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
- 26 Aug 2021
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25 Aug 2021
Extreme Networks strikes gold at Olympiastadion Berlin as official Wi-Fi solutions provider
New network set to be the first and largest end-to-end public Wi-Fi 6 deployment in a sporting arena in Europe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Aug 2021
M1 deploys surveillance robots at Keppel Bay
Singapore telco M1 is deploying surveillance robots and other 5G-enabled equipment to beef up security and maintenance operations at Marina at Keppel Bay Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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24 Aug 2021
Optus unveils first Australian demo of 5G NR-DC
Australian operator and global comms tech firms demonstrate new radio dual connectivity technology in Sydney, boosting 5G coverage area while maintaining superfast 5G speeds Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Aug 2021
Ericsson takes core 5G tech to Taiwan, Faroe Islands operators
Ericsson supports Asia Pacific Telecom to launch first 5G non-standalone multi-operator core network, while Faroese Telecom inks exclusive 5G core and radio access network deal Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Aug 2021
OneWeb maintains momentum with launch of more than 30 satellites
Company’s latest batch of low Earth orbit craft bring total in-orbit constellation to 288 satellites and it remains on track to deliver connectivity to hard-to-reach places by the end of the year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Aug 2021
A1 selects Nokia, Ericsson tech for service roll-outs across middle Europe
Provider of digital services and communications solutions in Central and Eastern Europe chooses Nordic network technology suppliers for 5G roll-out in key selected markets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Aug 2021
Vilicom, Virgin Media O2 boost enterprise comms with commercial Open RAN
Global network design and management firm teams with recently merged operator to roll out one of the first commercial sites built on its Open RAN technology platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Aug 2021
NEC, Fujitsu begin 5G base station Open RAN tech interoperability testing
Japanese tech giants team up to accelerate the global reach of base station equipment conforming to O-RAN specifications and aim to stimulate growth and innovation in the open 5G market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Aug 2021
Microsoft Azure first cloud to gain orbit with O3b mPOWER
As more critical workloads move to the cloud, SES medium Earth orbit satellite system will provide additional network diversity, service resiliency and gigabit connectivity for IT giant’s leading data platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Aug 2021
Adam Crozier to lead BT transformation as chairman
Business transformation specialist and nineties and noughties UK business golden boy to take the reins as BT chairman at the end of the year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
18 Aug 2021
How mobile operators can cope with staycation boom and sport lockdowns lifting
The periods of lockdown implemented in response to the Covid-19 pandemic led to new mobile network traffic patterns. How can operators adapt to shifting consumer behaviours and continue delivering high-quality experiences? Continue Reading
By- Kevin Hasley, RootMetrics
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13 Aug 2021
OneWeb satellite gains higher orbit with Hanwha investment, Northwestel connectivity MoU
Controversial satellite operator makes next step in its Five to 50 mission to cover regions north of 50 degrees latitude with Canadian coverage deal Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 Aug 2021
Project Endeavour concludes with autonomous vehicle passenger rides in London
Multi-city demonstration of autonomous vehicle services ends with public showcase in London using co-ordinated fleet of six vehicles to host passenger rides for first time Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 Aug 2021
Spectrum utilisation alliance calls for licence-exempt access to entire 6GHz band
Research reveals urgent need for access to 6GHz band which, when open, could add over $1tn to the world’s economy by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 Aug 2021
United Group contract sees Nokia hail core 3G/4G/5G tech success
Southeast Europe alternative telecom enhances wireless network so that it can transfer large volumes of data fast, securely and with very low latency to cope with surge in connected devices and other demands from mobile users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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11 Aug 2021
NTT claims first globally available private 5G network-as-a-service platform
Next-generation mobile comms infrastructure to provide a suite of services to help chief information officers and chief digital officers drive business outcomes and unlock ‘innovative’ business models Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Aug 2021
Global 5G market set for 3.2 billion connections by 2026
Study suggests that as network orchestration tools maximise monetisation, next-generation infrastructures will grow at a staggering rate of 940% over the next five years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Aug 2021
Healthcare providers to deliver 765 million teleconsultations globally by 2025
Research reveals patients will use remote consultation services 3.6 times per year on average, but need for mobile devices and connectivity will limit uptake of telehealth services to developed regions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Aug 2021
Vodafone claims UK first with voice-integrated Wi-Fi booster with Alexa built-in
UK operator expands capability of in-home broadband infrastructure with Wi-Fi booster with built-in voice control, hybrid 4G broadband backup and dedicated Wi-Fi support Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Aug 2021
Verizon, AWS take mobile edge computing to 13 of top 20 US metro areas
Developers and businesses in three new locations now able to build and deploy applications at the edge of communication provider’s wireless network through AWS Wavelength Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Aug 2021
Nokia, Taiwan Mobile claim first 5G carrier aggregation call in standalone architecture
Trial declared successful in aggregating spectrum in the 700MHz and 3500MHz bands for the first time to deliver enhanced connectivity and increased coverage and support Taiwanese operator’s vision to deliver 5G services. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Aug 2021
A million UK households reach to the skies for broadband
Satellite broadband is showing signs of beginning to take off in the UK, with further gains expected as Starlink arrives and BT teams with OneWeb Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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30 Jul 2021
IDC: Double-digit global smartphone growth in second quarter
Analyst finds global consumers around the world continue to show the need for mobile devices, and a particular increasing willingness to buy 5G devices as price points go down Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Jul 2021
Virgin Media O2 unveils UK fibre upgrade plan
Newly merged operator announces FTTP upgrade of fixed network starting this year with completion in 2028, taking advantage of what it says is efficient fibre deployment with ‘value accretive roll-out economics’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Jul 2021
Verizon, Samsung complete fully virtualised C-band 5G data session
Tech giant and US operator announce C-band trial that they say paves the way for a more programmable, efficient and scalable 5G network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Jul 2021
Apple posts all-time high for Q3 revenues
Global tech giant continues storming the consumer electronics industry, reporting record revenues for its June quarter featuring double-digit growth in each of its product categories and significant improvements in its services segment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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26 Jul 2021
Qualcomm claims world first for 5G mmWave data connection
Showcasing what it believes will be features required in anticipated 5G mmWave roll-outs in China, mobile comms tech provider unveils mmWave capabilities for global expansion with support for 200MHz carrier bandwidth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Jul 2021
Satellite and 5G firms announce ubiquitous UK communications trial
Space agencies and leading technology businesses test ubiquitous UK communications coverage for transportation market in region of south-west England notorious for poor communications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 Jul 2021
How IoT and machine learning are automating agriculture
A new generation of farmers is tapping the internet of things and machine learning to operate self-sustaining urban farms with minimal supervision Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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15 Jul 2021
Virgin Media outage: Electrical explosion takes down network in south-east London
Underground electrical network explosion causes ‘significant collateral damage’ to cabling infrastructure, with users in south-east London told to brace themselves for ‘at least’ 24 hours of disruption Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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13 Jul 2021
More women in South Asia using mobile internet
A GSMA study found that the gender gap is closing for mobile internet usage in South Asia, along with higher smartphone ownership fuelled by the falling cost of handsets and data Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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13 Jul 2021
GSMA calls for 2GHz of mid-band spectrum to meet UN targets
Starting from the position that meeting mid-band spectrum needs is vital to the future of 5G and requires forward-planning from policy-makers, mobile industry trade association warns that without additional spectrum, it will be impossible to realise the full potential of 5G in some cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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12 Jul 2021
Enterprise 5G, cloud and IoT disrupting the comms service provider market
Research predicts major uptick in enterprise IT spending, spurred by edge, 5G and private network investments, representing significant opportunity for communications service providers in 2022 and beyond Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Jul 2021
OneWeb confirms successful launch and contact with 36 new satellites
Controversial satellite operator OneWeb completes its ‘Five to 50’ mission to cover regions north of 50 degrees latitude, including UK, Canada, Alaska and Arctic region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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06 Jul 2021
TPG Telecom taps Nokia to launch world’s first live 5G standalone 700MHz service
Leading Australian telco unveils low-band 5G standalone service to cover wide outdoor areas, as well as deep indoor urban environments using Nokia’s triple-band remote radio unit Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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05 Jul 2021
Quarter of UK financial services staff want to continue working from home
Working from home looks set to stay in the finance sector after Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, as staff express their preferences for remote working Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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30 Jun 2021
Google Cloud, Ericsson target telcos with 5G, edge cloud solutions
Google Cloud and Ericsson form partnership based on respective compute platform and 5G technology portfolios to help comms service providers deliver capabilities to the edge to unlock new possibilities for enterprises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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29 Jun 2021
UK government reveals full extent of benefits of mobile, fibre development schemes
Scotland, Wales and North East England set to benefit most from mobile coverage boost under £1bn scheme with more than 230,000 Welsh homes and businesses to get access to faster broadband through Project Gigabit, and nearly 1,000 public buildings and 150,000 homes and businesses in Northern Ireland to get full-fibre connections Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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28 Jun 2021
UK government announces high-tech lab to boost 5G diversification strategy
As a central pillar of strategy to build a more secure and innovative 5G supply chain, Sonic Labs test facility opens to explore ways of building 5G networks in a ‘simulated’ real-world environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Jun 2021
Vodafone launches 5G standalone commercial pilots in UK cities
Operator launches commercial pilot of 5G standalone service in London, Manchester and Cardiff as it continues development of cutting-edge mobile technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Jun 2021
Nokia deploys AI services to cut complexity of network support and maintenance
Comms tech provider launches advanced suite of support services using artificial intelligence and automation to simplify network operations and maintenance Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Jun 2021
Mavenir, MobiledgeX enable global edge connectivity with Deutsche Telekom
Network software provider teams with multicloud edge deployment tech firm to bring cloud-native dynamic deployment of 5G core for leading global operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Jun 2021
London Underground network goes fully mobile
TfL hands 20-year concession to comms company to provide what is claimed to be most advanced network of its kind on the Tube, helping to remove one of the UK’s most high-profile mobile ‘not-spots’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Jun 2021
GlobalFoundries to open new fab in Singapore
US chip foundry GlobalFoundries is building a $4bn semiconductor fabrication plant in Singapore to expand its manufacturing capacity as chip demand surges worldwide Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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21 Jun 2021
Triax Technologies raises $12.5m Series A funding to expand IoT offer
First dedicated industrial internet of things venture capital fund supports growing loT worksite platform to increase worksite safety and efficiency Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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21 Jun 2021
Indian telcos start 5G trials, mass adoption remains elusive
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have started 5G trials in different cities, but mass adoption is still some way off due to high spectrum and infrastructure costs Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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16 Jun 2021
Lack of clarity hinders UK gigabit broadband roll-out
UK’s ability to capitalise on solid current momentum in roll-out of next-generation gigabit broadband is at risk because too few consumers are aware of the technology and its benefits, study warns Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Jun 2021
Cisco unveils catalyst for 5G at industrial IoT edge
Communications and services giant enhances portfolio of internet of things routers to unite edge networks and scale IoT deployments in factory and production environments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 Jun 2021
Vodafone announces key partners for Europe’s first commercial Open RAN network
Operator selects Dell Technologies, NEC, Samsung, Wind River, Capgemini Engineering and Keysight Technologies to build what it says will be one of the largest Open RAN networks in the world Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Jun 2021
Cisco reveals new Webex to power ‘inclusive’ future of work
Collaboration suite has new look and feel, and supports hybrid work collaboration at what is claimed to be 40% lower cost than à-la-carte systems Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Jun 2021
Nokia, Qualcomm and UScellular claim 5G mmWave range record
Consortium of leading mobile technology firms claim range milestone for mmWave next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Jun 2021
Aryaka activates EU-friendly point of presence
Cloud-first managed SD-WAN and SASE provider aims to bridge recently emerged EU/UK connectivity gap with enhanced networking support and application experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly