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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E-Zine
12 Nov 2020
CW Benelux: Dutch Alzheimer’s app helps dementia patients
An app aimed at helping dementia patients and their families has been developed by the Alzheimer Society in the Netherlands. Also in this issue, read about a Belgian startup's app based on blockchain technology to help container handling at ports, and why Rabobank ditched its legacy backup. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
11 Jun 2020
CW Europe: 5G rush in Russia
Russian mobile operators are pooling their resources to help them overcome the technical challenges of creating 5G networks. Also read why Swedbank is rebuilding its anti-money laundering systems, and how a public-private partnership in the Netherlands is combating business email compromise fraud. Continue Reading
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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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
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News
08 Jun 2021
BT announces dedicated business unit to support small companies
Telco launches new single office, home office unit offering ‘unbreakable’ Wi-Fi to deliver ‘unrivalled’ connectivity, coverage and customer service for micro-businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
BT sets out to enhance UK digital infrastructure with next-generation street connectivity
UK telco unveils plans for Street Hub 2.0 units to help local communities stay connected, boost 4G/5G mobile coverage and bring environment monitoring to high streets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
Vodafone-led consortium unveils 5G first multi-supplier RAN intelligent controller implementation
Operator declares success of technical trial investigating how building a cost-effective O-RAN ecosystem can benefit mobile network users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jun 2021
Aviva to launch autonomous vehicle trial on public roads in UK
Research work at UK’s first commercial laboratory for 5G and satellite communications, the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, takes next step with real-life road run of shuttle bus in Oxford Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jun 2021
5G drives surge in mobile trade-ins in Q1 2021
Latest edition of mobile device tracker shows continued year-on-year growth, highlighting the significant role of mobile trade-in programmes in stimulating new 5G smartphone upgrades Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2021
Equinor powers global collaboration with 5G-ready private LTE network
Producer of oil, gas and wind power supporting more than 170 million people globally signs eight-year frame agreement with comms tech supplier for private 4.9G and 5G-ready networking systems Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2021
Virgin Media O2 launches with mission to transform UK comms industry
Drawn-out merger of Liberty Global and Telefónica UK cable and mobile assets comes to fruition under new working brand aiming to power the UK’s recovery and create ‘unbeatable’ choice for consumers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
02 Jun 2021
What the Telecommunications (Security) Bill means for UK industry
The Telecommunications (Security) Bill is intended to reinforce the security of the UK telecommunications infrastructure, but what are the implications for industry? Continue Reading
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News
01 Jun 2021
Small business workers fear missing out on hybrid opportunity
Research finds three in five small business workers expect to be predominantly office-based after Covid-19 restrictions ease, due to high levels of admin and paper-based processes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Proximus claims world’s fastest live fibre network with Nokia PON
Accelerating build out of Belgium’s leading high capacity, open fibre network, operator taps comms tech provider to make first ever 25G PON live deployment running on the same fibre network equipment currently used Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Dumfries & Galloway to host Scotland’s first rural 5G connectivity hub
Farming and rural healthcare are among the sectors set to benefit from 5G hub, which will bring together technological expertise, academic research and local businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 May 2021
Viavi accelerates 5G Open-RAN testing at the AWS Outposts edge
Latest development in advancement of open radio access network technology sees global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance services take test solution to leading cloud environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 May 2021
Ericsson: 5G already changing smartphone usage behaviour
Largest 5G consumer study to date finds seven in 10 5G users expect more innovative services and apps, while 20% have decreased usage of Wi-Fi on their phones at home and other locations after upgrading Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2021
UK digital leaders expect long-term changes to future working patterns
Research from digital infrastructure company reveals changing working patterns brought about by Covid-19, including a surge in digital infrastructure investment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2021
Business Finland rolls out 5G industrial initiative
Finland is incentivising technology businesses to invest in 5G research and development to create export opportunities Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
11 May 2021
Samsung inks Ericsson patent agreement, trials 5G on Play Poland
Korean CE and communications technology giant demonstrates its capability and performance on leading Polish operator’s commercial network as it ends all ongoing patent-related legal disputes with Swedish comms tech provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 May 2021
Juniper Networks offers path to ease SASE transition
New cloud-based portal is designed to help customers transition seamlessly and securely to a secure access service edge architecture by safeguarding users, applications and infrastructure amid network transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
07 May 2021
Securing the UK's emerging smart cities
UK councils have a huge opportunity to improve services through the use of smart city technologies - but they must avoid the cyber security risks, says the government's digital minister Continue Reading
By- Matt Warman, Digital minister
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News
07 May 2021
Nordic real estate industry moves digital
The Nordic real estate is investing in technologies like IoT to prepare the sector for the changing demands from customers post-Covid Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
06 May 2021
Nokia unveils Smart Node for premium 5G mobile indoor coverage
Nokia rolls out ‘all-in-one solution’ for delivering high-quality 4G and 5G indoor mobile coverage, and is selected to provide technical, maintenance and management services for Germany’s BDBOS public safety digital radio network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 May 2021
5G mmWave delivering speeds 16 times faster than sub-6GHz
Mobile technology provider reveals speed test data that shows full extent of throughout gains at high-end part of next-generation infrastructure spectrum band Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 May 2021
Early commercial 6G deployments anticipated by 2028
Analyst says data security, user privacy and energy sustainably are the key features that make 6G a completely new communication system, not just a better 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2021
Aryaka acquires cloud-based SASE platform Secucloud
SD-WAN provider makes its first-ever acquisition with purchase of German security company Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 May 2021
Verizon sells off media division to focus on core comms
US comms giant follows in the footsteps of BT and divests division in order to make more profitable push into fibre and next-gen communications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
04 May 2021
How KFC put digital on the menu
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how fast-food chain KFC turned to digital to survive the pandemic. Our latest buyer’s guide looks at technologies to improve office productivity for home workers. And we assess the growing problem of electronic waste and how to tackle it. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
03 May 2021
New standard to simplify IoT device onboarding
Fido Alliance’s device onboarding protocol will automate the process of connecting internet-of-things devices to device management platforms while improving security Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
30 Apr 2021
HKT powers Hong Kong business hub with 5G
Business hub in Hong Kong territory goes for next-gen networking technology from leading local operator in a bid to ‘revolutionise’ the workplace with ultra-speed connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Apr 2021
Huawei takes hit from technology bans in first quarter
Bans batter revenues at Huawei, which is bracing for more challenges but insists good times are ahead in 5G and comms software Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Apr 2021
Digital divide narrows but 1.5 million UK homes remain offline
Gap between UK broadband haves and have-nots narrows as people have gone online to escape the lockdown and ‘proxy internet’ users emerge, but a significant minority remain digitally excluded Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
28 Apr 2021
radio access network (RAN)
A radio access network (RAN) is a major component of a wireless telecommunications system that connects individual devices to other parts of a network through a radio link. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Apr 2021
Artificial intelligence will maximise efficiency of 5G network operations
You’ll have heard of developments that would combine 5G networks with artificial intelligence to enable autonomous vehicles, augmented reality glasses, free-roaming robots, delivery drones and more. It’s anyone’s guess when these applications will become widely available. What is more certain is that AI will play an increasing role in automating 5G network operations Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
Red Hat eyes edge computing workloads
Open-source juggernaut has enriched its enterprise Linux and OpenShift offerings to support edge computing workloads better Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
28 Apr 2021
O2 and Vodafone enter UK 5G spectrum trade agreement
Leading UK mobile operators take advantage of new regulations and trade spectrum bands following auction, claiming to have created the UK’s fastest 5G for customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Apr 2021
EE more than doubles its UK 5G frequency holdings at end of spectrum auctions
BT-owned mobile operator wins 80MHz overall of 700MHz and 3.6GHz bands and announces roll-out of additional 3.6GHz capacity across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Apr 2021
Nokia, NewCore Wireless bring 5G, high-end broadband to remote US regions
Global comms tech provider and regional operator bring next-generation broadband to US tribal nations to empower economic opportunity through support for e-learning, telehealth and remote work during the pandemic Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Apr 2021
First 3GPP-compliant public safety network with MCPTT launches in South Korea
Samsung teams up with leading Korean mobile operators to complete the build-out of LTE-based public safety network in 700MHz Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Apr 2021
M1 manages and monetises digital and 5G with Amdocs Openet
Software and services provider’s charging and data management systems deployed to accelerate Singapore telco’s digital transformation based on Microsoft Azure cloud platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Apr 2021
Ericsson aims to ride 5G wave as it lands O2 Slovakia 5G supply deal
Swedish telecommunications technology and services provider selected by leading Slovakian operator as its sole 5G radio access network technology supplier hot on the heels of reporting 5G gaining momentum in quarterly results Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Apr 2021
Vodafone unveils first dedicated Open RAN test and integration lab
UK operator adds momentum to digital transformation programme and its transition to a software-orientated technology company with a big step towards readiness to deploy commercial open radio access network platforms Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Apr 2021
Australia and India team up on critical technology
The first three projects under a joint research grant programme will focus on developing ethical and regulatory frameworks for quantum computing, AI and 5G Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
20 Apr 2021
Specific and targeted interventions necessary to ensure UK mobile tech diversification
UK comms tech industry report highlights that successful diversification will require specific and targeted interventions to stimulate the supply market, de-risk the integration of new suppliers into operator networks and lay the foundations for long-term market growth and increased competition Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Apr 2021
Enea launches 5G MicroCore to support private enterprise networks for Industry 4.0
Telecommunications and cyber security software provider Enea reveals trials taking place in Asia for private 5G network, where market could be worth US$7bn by 2025 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Apr 2021
Singtel debuts portable 5G technology kit
Singapore telco develops 5G technology kit that includes all the equipment needed for enterprises to test 5G applications in their own premises Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
14 Apr 2021
CMA provisionally clears merger of Virgin and O2
Six months after being requested to review joint venture that could transform UK’s wired and wireless communications provision, UK competition watchdog CMA removes potential major hurdle to Virgin and O2 merger Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Apr 2021
Sim Local teams with Vodafone to accelerate eSIM travel growth
Specialist in eSIM technology collaborates with operator to exploit the option of a transformative shift in the global telecommunications industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2021
Mavenir and Xilinx team up to expand Open RAN massive MIMO portfolio
Network software provider and adaptive processing platforms collaborate to accelerate Open RAN ecosystem, with mMIMO portfolio scheduled for launch later this year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2021
Hyperbat accelerates industry 4.0 with 5G virtual 3D engineering model
Vehicle battery manufacturer uses the latest 5G-enabled technology to speed up the manufacturing process for hybrid and electric vehicle production in the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Apr 2021
Huawei steers towards intelligent vehicles in major corporate pivot
Leading global communications technology provider undergoes major strategic corporate shift to maximise its software capabilities and provide components for intelligent vehicles Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Apr 2021
5PRING, Ferrovial challenge UK 5G innovators to lead UK construction ‘revolution’
Leading UK 5G testbed provider announces partnership with global infrastructure operator to understand and assist in the development of the potential 5G has to take construction to a new level Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Apr 2021
Cisco, NEC advance 5G IP transport networks deployment
IT provider and systems integrator team up to provide added value to the 5G ecosystems that are accelerating enterprise users’ digital transformations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Apr 2021
EU advances Horizon 2020 project with 5GMediaHUB project
EU advances project to accelerate the testing and validation of 5G-empowered media applications and NetApps through open, integrated and fully featured experimentation facility investigating network slicing, AR and VR Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Apr 2021
Nokia announces next evolution of 5G microwave transport portfolio
Just as it announced a project with Intel to develop processors with improved speeds and throughput, the comms tech provider has turned its attention to transport solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Apr 2021
Brighton rocks as EE targets tourist locations for growing 5G net
EE is switching on next-generation network capability in 35 new UK towns and cities, with outdoor 5G coverage to some popular tourist spots Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Apr 2021
Future working models at big banks begin to fall into place
Banks traditionally lead the way in technology adoption, but what can businesses take from their post-Covid-19 remote-working strategies? Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
07 Apr 2021
5G Future Forum calls for members
Hoping to provide “a beacon of opportunities previously untapped”, 5G Future Forum is seeking new members to bolster ecosystem of expanded 5G partnerships and establish global edge market that drives innovation, collaboration and competition Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Apr 2021
Verizon and AWS team on private MEC to bring enterprises an edge
Partnership forged to allow enterprises to deploy a dedicated, private edge compute platform fully integrated with AWS cloud services and Verizon 5G private networks to improve productivity, safety and operational efficiencies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Apr 2021
2020 network upstream growth rate nearly 4x pre-pandemic levels
OpenVault study shows the impact of business hours increases and individual subscriber behaviour on upstream capacity is putting unprecedented strain on network operators Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Apr 2021
Lose-lose US sanctions apply brakes to Huawei’s 2020 growth
Bans on Huawei products in infrastructures around the world begin to affect its bottom line, but comms technology provider shows growth and reaffirms commitment to creating greater value for customers and society in the face of adversity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Apr 2021
Plume introduces WorkPass for small businesses
Smart home tech provider offers secure hyper connectivity and personalised smart home solutions as the home becomes the office Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2021
UK comms providers prep for permanent changes to customer demand and use patterns
Pandemic sees communications services industry experience surge in demand across distributed locations, escalating security concerns and major changes to customer strategies, with nearly three-quarters of UK providers regarding remote working as a permanent change Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Mar 2021
CW Innovation Awards: Jio Platforms taps machine learning to manage telco network
Why India’s largest telecom operator built its own machine learning platform to meet the growing data and signalling requirements of new networks Continue Reading
By- Paul Mah
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News
26 Mar 2021
Nokia, Key Bridge Wireless forge partnership to deliver enterprise CBRS
Comms tech provider and automated frequency coordination and spectrum administration solutions firm team to introduce integrated citizens broadband radio service offering for comms service providers, multiple-system operators and enterprise private wireless networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2021
Qualcomm enhances 7-series with Snapdragon 780G 5G mobile platform
Mobile chip giant continues 5G foray with new Snapdragon product supporting multi-gigabit Wi-Fi 6 speeds, VR-class low latency and robust capacity for use cases such as video calling Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Mar 2021
Qualcomm, 5G RuralDorset seed partnership to trial farming use cases
Government announces relationship with wireless technology company to work with its DCMS 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme to power smart agriculture for remote farms in the Dorset region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Mar 2021
Bharti Airtel taps OpenStack to modernise telco network
India’s Bharti Airtel turns to OpenStack to ready its network for emerging technologies such as 5G and edge computing Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
24 Mar 2021
Google Cloud claims revolution with Network Connectivity Centre
Cloud giant introduces platform designed to allow enterprises to simplify complex heterogeneous networks for on-prem and cloud connectivity needs and connect with Cisco SD-WAN as a single network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Mar 2021
Ericsson aims to make network services smarter with 5G Core Policy Studio
Programmability tool designed to offer centralised management of end-to-end network policies for communication service providers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Mar 2021
Benu has the edge with cloud-native integrated SASE and 5G AGF
New broadband network gateway said to offer industry’s only carrier-first secure access service edge architecture as market scales to billions of devices, users and services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Mar 2021
Northwest Australia to get digital boost
A $1.5bn datacentre and connectivity project that links Perth and Darwin to the rest of the Asia-Pacific region is set to boost digital investments in northwest Australia Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
22 Mar 2021
Nokia claims 5G throughput breakthrough and deploys first SE Asia 5G standalone RAN
Finnish comms tech supplier marks the first 5G standalone RAN sharing network in Southeast Asia, enables M1-StarHub joint venture to gain Singapore-wide 5G coverage, and breaks a speed barrier Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Mar 2021
Singtel and Optus partner AWS on telco edge
Singtel and Optus are supporting AWS Outposts in their telco edge platforms that will enable enterprises to use AWS services for on-premise 5G applications Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
19 Mar 2021
Nokia inks AT&T C-band deal and sets out plan to surf the 5G long wave
Leading comms tech provider outlines plans to speed up transformation to improve profitability, taking advantage of long wave of 5G contracts such as that from leading US operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Mar 2021
Liverpool health, social care and education 5G network expands
Europe’s largest 5G health and social care network infrastructure deploys range of IT and entertainment technologies in hybrid setup to increase reach of independent public sector network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Mar 2021
Nokia accelerates Telenet cloud services with 5G core tech
Comms and cloud tech giants to support public cloud deployment of Belgian operator’s mobile core, signalling the first step in its transformation towards cloud-based services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Mar 2021
Ofcom raises £1.356bn in principal stage of new 5G spectrum auction
After announcing their plans to extend and improve basic 4G connectivity around the country, the UK’s mobile operators are celebrating their principal gains in the 5G arena with low-band and mid-band spectrum Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Mar 2021
Legacy tech integration issues impede telcos’ digitisation ambitions
Research finds a worryingly large number of operators indicating that when it comes to digital transformation, integration with legacy technology is their largest gating factor, followed closely by data security concerns Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly