Mobile technology
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News
22 Nov 2024
CMA gets ready to take on Apple and Google over mobile browsing
Preliminary investigation finds a lack of fairness and choice of mobile browsing on iOS devices like the iPhone is holding back innovation Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
22 Nov 2024
Swiss encrypted messaging service, ePost, targets one million postal users
Swiss ePost chief Renato Stalder bets on encrypted communications as demand for letter delivery falls Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Nokia, Microsoft team to offer public cloud AI use-case library for telcos
Nokia’s AVA AI use-case library now delivered as a service on Azure public cloud, claiming to combine telco-grade security and instant web scale architecture scalability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
Aruba claims enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6E industry first
HPE subsidiary introduces new access points to take advantage of 6GHz spectrum band to deliver greater performance, lower latency and faster data rates to support high-bandwidth enterprise applications and use cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 May 2021
How the pandemic accelerated the Gulf’s edtech revolution
The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital learning technologies in the Gulf region’s education sector Continue Reading
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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
25 May 2021
Amdocs expands telco cloud strategic collaboration with Microsoft
Software provider boosts collaboration that will enable service providers to transform to the cloud with cloud-native systems and cloud transformation services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 May 2021
Stockholm’s startup scene seeks more diversity
Swedish capital has created a world-leading tech startup environment, but it still lacks the diversity of people needed to move it to the next level Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
Vaccine status drives more than a million new users to NHS App
Over 11,000 people have registered their preference for organ donation via the NHS App in just four days, 10 times more than average for that time Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 May 2021
Hard Rock Hotel checks in Extreme Wi-Fi 6 to enhance guest experience
Advanced cloud-managed Wi-Fi enables secure, reliable connectivity and simplified network management throughout historic site of renowned global hotel chain Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
24 May 2021
Getting ready for the new normal of hybrid working
Many companies are preparing to return to offices for the first time since the UK’s first lockdown began, but the office environment will look very different to a year ago. With some workers looking forward to returning to the office and others preferring to stick to remote working, employers will have to accommodate differing needs and create an IT and networking infrastructure to do so Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
Mavenir powers Thailand’s Smart City to add fuel to 5G Open RAN fire
Thailand’s state comms technology joins consortium of network firms to develop “Silicon Beach”, with end-to-end 5G private network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 May 2021
Qualcomm scales out 5G for industrial IoT
Comms tech giant makes major push to advance next-generation network product range to act as catalyst for digital transformation within industrial internet of things environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 May 2021
Lack of developer attention to cloud security prompts alerts
The personal data of over 100 million Android users may have been put at risk through a variety of cloud service misconfigurations Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 May 2021
Liverpool 5G Create becomes independent digital public service provider
The quality of Mersey is not strained in mobile healthcare as ground-breaking next-gen network-based public health project takes advantage of digital disruption with mobile network operator’s provision capability to make revolutionary step Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 May 2021
Zoom launches Events platform for virtual experiences
Breakout conferencing platform makes next evolutionary step with platform for producing and monetising interactive virtual events and conferences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 May 2021
Huge spike in uptake of UK NHS mobile app
Mobile app tracking specialist records mass downloads of UK health service mobile app after it was chosen to certify Covid jabs record for Brits travelling abroad Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
Three UK boosts 4G and 5G network capability
Leading UK operator further progresses its £2bn network investment programme, claiming to have significantly transformed next-generation and existing network capability, as well as boosting indoor connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
Virgin Media, O2 merger gains final UK regulatory approval
Competition watchdog CMA removes last stumbling block and gives green light for what is being described as a watershed moment for the UK comms market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
Amdocs beefs up BT business continuity for mobile customers
Expansion to existing multiyear managed services agreement sees Amdocs and Lightico joint solution deployed to enable telco’s mobile customers to complete sales journeys remotely and securely, without the need for physical paperwork or store visits Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
O2, Microsoft reveal plans to develop mobile edge capability for private 5G
Operator and IT giant O2 partners with Microsoft to trial the benefits of on-premise mobile edge computing in a private 5G network, paving the way for secure data management and enabling confidential information to stay on-premise at all times Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2021
5G-enabled sales to surpass €400bn and offer huge green gains by 2030
Commissioned by global telco, study in five European geographies finds hugely positive socio-economic impact from 5G roll-out in terms of enabled sales, employment and reduced greenhouse gas emissions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 May 2021
Shift to digital remittances helps sector retain transaction value
Global remittance volumes and value was more resilient than expected over the past year, partly as a result of the take-up of fintech services Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 May 2021
Unlicensed 6GHz spectrum puts 5G economic potential at risk, warns GSMA
As countries diverge on their strategies for critical spectrum band, mobile trade association calls on governments around to license 6GHz to power 5G development rather than permit unfettered Wi-Fi6E expansion Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 May 2021
Covid lockdowns dent Vodafone fiscal year
Revenues fall for fixed and wireless operator as mobile users obey stay-at-home orders but overall yearly service takings are described as stable, returning to growth in the second half Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 May 2021
Irish High Court dismisses legal bid by Facebook over EU-US data transfers
Latest twist in long-running legal battle sees Facebook lose legal bid to prevent the Irish Data Protection Commissioner suspending its transfer of data about European citizens to the US Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
18 May 2021
NHS to issue 30,000 iPads to ambulance crews
Mobile devices will allow crews to send photographs to hospital specialists and access health records while at the scene of incidents, aiming to speed up and improve care Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2021
AT&T to focus on fibre, 5G after WarnerMedia merger with Discovery
Media mega-deal presents leading US operator with opportunity to unlock value and be one of the best capitalised broadband companies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 May 2021
EE boosts mobile coverage across London’s rail network
As the UK embarks on the great indoor reopening and workers start returning to the office, BT’s mobile division beefs up mobile network capability along capital’s main commuter rail routes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 May 2021
Dutch police used deep learning model to predict threats to life
Dutch police developed a deep learning model in their EncroChat investigation to predict which messages contain serious threats to life Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
13 May 2021
Refuge launches tech safety site for domestic abuse victims
Created with the help of survivors, Refuge’s resource site offers guidance on protecting yourself from tech-enabled domestic abuse Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
12 May 2021
More than a third of UK homes have gigabit-capable broadband
First interim update to UK regulator’s audit of mobile coverage and fixed broadband availability finds gigabit industry defies pandemic to continue aggressive infrastructure deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2021
5PRING, West Midlands local authorities announce smart cities challenge
5G accelerator issues challenge to innovators in health, social and public services to help lead the 5G revolution with local authorities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 May 2021
UK government selects NHS App for Covid vaccination passport
UK health service mobile application, currently used by patients to book appointments, order repeat prescriptions and view medical records, chosen to certify jabs record Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2021
New normal of remote, hybrid working sees two-thirds of European businesses increase IT spend
Remote IT support, cloud-based systems and cyber security infrastructure are among top IT investment priorities across all sectors as firms reassess priorities and practices in post-Covid working environment 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
11 May 2021
Swedish court finds ambiguities in hacked EncroChat cryptophone evidence
Defence lawyer claims evidence obtained by hacking the EncroChat encrypted phone network has ‘no legal’ value following Swedish appeal court ruling Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
- Sara Nkwe Assarsson
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News
10 May 2021
Pandemic drag fails to pull back 5G growth
Study finds worldwide 5G prospects remain strong, with connections to next-generation networks projected to triple to 670 million in 2021 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 May 2021
Telemedicine to save healthcare industry tens of billions globally by 2025
Research predicts good times ahead for key network-based industry, especially as teleconsultations improve patient care, but warns that deregulation of telemedicine is needed to maximise growth Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 May 2021
Mildenhall claims digital communications upgrade first for East of England
Openreach focuses on Suffolk market town for the next step towards upgrading to digital services, with properties now unable to buy copper broadband if they are upgrading, regrading or switching provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 May 2021
Brunel goes SD-WAN with Orange Business Services
Global specialist recruitment consultancy aims to accelerate time to market for new global offices with software-defined networking architecture 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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Blog Post
07 May 2021
Ausounds AU-Frequency true wireless earbuds
Let’s be honest, the Inspect-a-Gadget elves have huge ears, it’s what makes us elves… but that doesn’t stop us from testing out human earphones, earbuds and (for that matter) earrings are ear ... Continue Reading
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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
Ericsson, Telarus team to take 5G-ready virtual workspace to small businesses
5G-ready virtual desktop subscription service will cover business applications, compute, storage and security needs for small and medium-sized businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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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
Google to introduce mandatory MFA for users
In future, holders of Google accounts will have no option but to use multifactor authentication if they want to use the firm’s services Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
06 May 2021
WBA OpenRoaming enabled in forthcoming Telecom Infra Project OpenWiFi standard
Open technology initiative adopts OpenRoaming Wi-Fi roaming standard to facilitate what is claimed to be seamless roaming connectivity using the wireless network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 May 2021
Deloitte: Widespread broadband infrastructure critical to the US economy
Deloitte study finds that increased broadband coverage, adoption and speed is needed to create more US jobs and GDP, but warns of diminishing returns due to lack of widespread, high-quality broadband access 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
30 Apr 2021
EncroChat: Top lawyer warned CPS of risk that phone hacking warrants could be unlawful
Lord David Anderson QC warned prosecutors that there were formidable arguments against the lawfulness of a police operation to infiltrate the encrypted phone network, EncroChat Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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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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Opinion
30 Apr 2021
The case for vaccine passports: the real world versus the digital world
What are the security issues challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading
By- Andy Jones and Alex Jordan
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Blog Post
30 Apr 2021
AirPop Active+ smart mask with ‘Halo’ sensor
If you had to take a random stab at naming the types of products we get to see in the Computer Weekly Inspect-a-Gadget test lab, you’d probably come up a list that includes most of the usual ... Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2021
Vodafone, Qualcomm draft blueprint for Open RAN supplier diversification
Operator and comms tech giant collaborate on Massive MIMO RU and DU platform development to boost Open RAN ecosystem and increase pace of 5G innovation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Apr 2021
Smartphone industry smashes it in Q1 2021
Apple and China among the big winners as smartphone industry shows a renaissance in first quarter due to a boost from 5G-capable devices 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
Norway’s agritech innovators are ready to expand to pastures new
A tech startup industry aimed at modernising farming is making hay in Norway and laying down roots in other countries Continue Reading
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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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Blog Post
28 Apr 2021
Contentstack: Nothing spooky about a headless CMS
When a digitally-heavy business takes on new distribution channels (and let’s remember that ‘channel’ in the modern sense means everything from retail shops to the web and then onwards to mobile, ... Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
NHS App to serve as vaccine passport for foreign holidays
Existing NHS App will have vaccine passport functionality added to it, transport secretary confirms Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
Fujitsu, NTT look beyond 5G to realise sustainable digital society
IT giants come together, envisioning a new, energy-efficient digital society founded on global and open collaboration with a range of partners supporting the Innovative Optical and Wireless Network 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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Opinion
27 Apr 2021
Why we need to reset the debate on end-to-end encryption to protect children
Private messaging is the front line of abuse, yet E2EE in its current form risks engineering away the ability of firms to detect and disrupt it where it is most prevalent Continue Reading
By- Andy Burrows, NSPCC
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News
27 Apr 2021
Apple OS updates patch multiple security holes
The much-heralded release of the privacy-centric iOS 14.5 also brings patches for multiple CVEs, and users of Apple smartphones, tablets and notebooks are best advised to update as soon as possible Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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
26 Apr 2021
French legal challenge over EncroChat cryptophone hack could hit UK prosecutions
Lawyers are challenging the legality of a French police operation to harvest tens of thousands of messages from the EncroChat encrypted phone network in a move that could overturn criminal prosecutions in the UK Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, 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
Mavenir gains new $500m cash injection as it opens UK O-RAN development centre
Network software provider gains backing from specialist new economy investment firm to further accelerate its advancement of open radio access network technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
22 Apr 2021
Skyflow to developers: embrace Privacy-as-an-API (PaaAPI)
With a name like Skyflow, an organisation or brand could be loft window specialist, a plumbing contractor or a premier service for executives to buy unlimited ‘bottomless up’ drink services when ... Continue Reading
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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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Opinion
22 Apr 2021
Security Think Tank: Security culture must underpin vaccine passports
What are the security challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2021
How AWS is supporting Asia’s battle with Covid-19
Public sector organisations and startups across the region have been tapping AWS cloud services to speed up and enable a range of pandemic-related initiatives Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Blog Post
21 Apr 2021
Contentful developer team: programming, products, pandemics & practical processes
The Computer Weekly Developer Network team likes to dig deep and we’re not afraid of a meaty download when it comes to software product and developer professionals expressing their views. Looking ... Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2021
EMEA business leaders out of touch with employees’ needs in new hybrid workplace
Research finds more alignment with staff is needed for firms to address the new hybrid world of work but nearly half of businesses plan tech investments to further improve the workplace experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Apr 2021
Health app myGP adds Covid-19 vaccine passport function
The new feature is described as the UK’s first NHS-assured Covid-19 certification feature Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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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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Opinion
20 Apr 2021
Security Think Tank: ‘Legitimate interest’ crucial for vaccine passports
What are the security issues and challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2021
UK government reveals new laws to wipe out rural mobile ‘not spots’ and speed up 5G roll-out
Legal measures to eliminate mobile signal blind spots in rural areas designed to create huge opportunities for rural economy and unlock potential of 5G to improve lives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Apr 2021
Zoom unveils $100m apps fund
After a blazing year fuelled by the pandemic, breakout conferencing solutions provider announces venture fund to stimulate innovation in the apps ecosystem Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
20 Apr 2021
Infobip: Shift conference ambitions & developer eXperiences
The Computer Weekly Developer Network newsdesk is used to seeing newsfeed stories with dateline and locations such as London, San Francisco, San Jose and New York… we’re even used to seeing ... Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2021
Nokia, Edzcom raise Konecranes R&D with 5G SA private wireless
Network technology provider to fuel lifting equipment firm’s 5G research and digitised solution development for factories and ports, building on existing LTE private wireless investment 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
18 Apr 2021
Government puts Facebook under pressure to stop end-to-end encryption over child abuse risks
Facebook faces growing government pressure to abandon its plans to offer users end-to-end encryption to secure the privacy of their messages as the NSPCC raises concerns about child protection Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Apr 2021
Dutch accuse UK of ‘damaging confidence’ by disclosing details of EncroChat police collaboration
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service claims Britain has damaged confidence by disclosing details of an international investigation into the EncroChat encrypted phone network to the courts Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
15 Apr 2021
Amdocs joins Open Networking Foundation
Comms software provider Amdocs becomes part of the creation of open, real-time network control and management solutions, leveraging strengths of its AI/ML and cloud-based automation technologies and next-generation OSS Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Apr 2021
Qualcomm reveals successful 5G mmWave data call test
Comms chips giant claims 5G data call commercialisation milestone from fourth-generation 5G modem-RF system and mmWave antennas Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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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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Opinion
14 Apr 2021
Security Think Tank: Vaccine passports must be secure by design
What are the security issues and challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading