Mobile technology

OpenRoaming vs. Passpoint: What's the difference?

OpenRoaming and Passpoint both provide users with internet access outside of their coverage area via Wi-Fi, but they differ in terms of use cases, implementation, cost and more. Continue Reading

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• Venus Kohli

CES 2024: Qualcomm claims new era of mobility and inks Bosch deal for digital cockpit

Mobile platform giant takes to CES with automotive product portfolio claiming industry-leading performance for all tiers of mobility platforms Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - Workday: How LLM ecosystems can prevent model collapse 

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Clare Hickie in her role as EMEA CTO at Workday. Hickie says that ‘model collapse’ is a very real issue that must be ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Software-defined vehicles market to be worth over $700bn by 2034

Research finds there is plenty of opportunity ahead for software-centric experiences surrounding connected vehicles, but warns that too many OEMs are continuing to equip vehicles with limited and sluggish tech Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

CES 2024: BlackBerry announces foundation for next-gen automotive, IoT systems

QNX SDP 8.0 operating platform to feature fifth-generation architecture with safe and secure microkernel, advanced tooling and cloud enablement in what is claimed to be future-proof mission-critical embedded system design Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - Pathway: Taking LLMs out of pilot into production

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Zuzanna Stamirowska, co-founder and CEO at Pathway. Pathway bills itself as the ultimate data processing framework for the ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Inside the Met Police’s investigation into EncroChat crime gangs

The Met’s senior investigating officer responsible for investigating criminals using the EncroChat encrypted phone network tells the inside story of the UK’s biggest organised crime bust in a BBC podcast series released this week Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

What to expect from NerdioCon 2024

Straight into Q1 conference season, we dive into a somewhat different type of industry gathering at NerdioCon 2024. Nerdio is of course a software provider for organisations that want to manage and ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Hyundai Mobis taps Wind River Studio to accelerate software-defined vehicle development

Global vehicle technology innovator and supplier selects mission-critical intelligent systems provider to accelerate its software-defined vehicle development, looking to create an infrastructure for next-generation mobility Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Skylo, FocusPoint claim first for satellite-based IoT monitoring, escalation services

Non-terrestrial networks provider extends partnership with internet of things tech firm to link up its NTN satellite network for what it calls the first satellite-based IoT monitoring and escalation service Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - Bugcrowd: A vulnerability rating taxonomy for LLMs

This is a conversation cum-new-analysis with Casey Ellis in his role as founder and chief strategy officer at Bugcrowd for the Computer Weekly Developer Network (CWDN). The Bugcrowd Security ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Qualcomm claims new wave of mixed reality experiences with Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2

Samsung and Google announce support for addition to flagship mobile platform supporting 4.3K per eye resolution and 12 or more concurrent cameras to deliver immersive mixed reality and virtual reality experiences Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - SymphonyAI: Core realities for developers coding AI

This is a contributed blog by Vijay Raghavendra in his capacity as CTO of SymphonyAI in line with the Computer Weekly Developer Network’s series discussing software engineering work in the Large ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

AMD aims to reshape automotive industry with AI engines, in-vehicle experiences

Chip giant to use forthcoming CES to introduce Versal AI Edge XA adaptive SoCs and Ryzen Embedded V2000A Series processors to power next-generation automotive systems Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Celona and Palo Alto partner to enhance private 5G network security

Wireless services specialist Celona and security firm Palo Alto Networks are coming together to enhance device protection for organisations operating private mobile networks Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

LLM series - Pathlight: Why good AI starts with infrastructure

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Trey Doig in his position as co-founder and CEO at conversational intelligence company Pathlight.  Keen to address the fact ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

MENA looks ahead to networking drive   

The networking industry has been traditionally defined by generational advances in technology first deployed in markets such as North America, Europe and Asia Pacific – and before too long, the Middle East and North Africa region will be joining this club Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - eSentire: Start secure, to avoid black clouds later

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Jeff Schwartzentruber in his capacity as senior Machine Learning (ML) scientist at eSentire. Schwartzentruber is part of ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Zebra AI lead: A developer deep dive on LLM (part 1)

This is a discussion recorded for the Computer Weekly Developer Network (CWDN) with Andrea Mirabile in his position as global director of AI research at Zebra Technologies. With over 10 years as an ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

LLM series - Chainguard: Why developer 'trust' in AI images matters (a lot)

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Dan Lorenc, CEO and co-founder at software supply chain security company, Chainguard.  As a man who co-created the open ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Decoding zero trust in endpoint security: A practical guide for CISOs

The exponential increase in endpoints has vastly expanded the average organisation’s attack surface – address this by applying zero-trust best practice to endpoints Continue Reading

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• Isla Sibanda

Top 10 retail technology stories of 2023

Computer Weekly looks at what 2023 had in store for the retail industry – a year of financial uncertainty and increasing cost of living has made consumers ever more demanding, so how are retailers using tech to cope? Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Elizabeth Line intros 4G connectivity

UK operators announce delivery of 4G mobile coverage to four key stations on London Underground’s latest and state-of-the-art train line, stretching from the West End to the financial heart of the UK capital Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Global private wireless networks hit accelerator in 2023

Study shows good times rolling for private networks industry, with major tech suppliers playing significant roles as integrated solution providers and total deployments set to grow by 33% to 2028 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia drones-as-a-service business gains altitude in North America

Tech provider and partners make drone network backed by 4G/LTE and 5G connectivity available for purchase, lease or one-off flight hire, bundled with services so more enterprises can take advantage of industrial drones Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

unlocked cell phone

An unlocked cell phone is a cellular telephone that can be used with more than one service provider, allowing a user the flexibility to switch between different networks. Continue Reading

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• Katie Terrell Hanna

5G continues momentum growth and drives spectrum demand

Survey from mobile trade association finds 1.6 billion global 5G connections by the end of third quarter of 2023, growing 71% annually Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Why Intel has joined the race for the AI-enabled laptop

A new AI battlefield is opening up, not among all the GPU ‘farms’ in data centres around the world, but out at the network edge and in particular on the laptop. This explains why Intel has invested ... Continue Reading

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• Bryan Betts, Freeform Dynamics

Virgin Media O2 network traffic rises 13% over 2023

Leading UK operator’s year in review reveals connectivity, digital and TV habits of 2023, with continuation of working from home, online gaming, and streaming live sport, films and TV shows seeing usage on broadband network increase Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - Nutanix: Boxed for builders, how to forge & create developer AI tools

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by James Sturrock in his position as director of systems engineering, UK&I at Nutanix. Sturrock writes as follows in full… ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Top 10 telecoms stories of 2023

Over the past 12 months, the telecoms market has been defined by the three Fs – fibre, 5G and flying objects. Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 telecoms stories from 2023 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The ransomware threat to UK critical infrastructure

In this week’s Computer Weekly, a parliamentary report warns that a lack of ransomware preparedness at the highest levels of government is leaving UK critical national infrastructure dangerously exposed – we analyse the risks. We examine how AI tools are helping to enhance cloud security. And the CTO at jewellery retailer Pandora discusses organisational change in IT. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Qualcomm allies with Airties for 5G fixed wireless, home Wi-Fi

Mobile tech giant teams with wireless connectivity technology provider to further enhance FWA offers, driving user experiences and managed network optimisations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Global mobile trade body hails agreement on future mobile spectrum ranges

ITU’s World Radiocommunication Conference concludes with consensus on roadmap for mobile services using designated low-band and mid-band frequencies Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Top 10 end user computing stories of 2023

While the humble personal computer remains core to business productivity, IT admins now need to support a flexible and hybrid workforce Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

LLM series - Snorkel AI: Distillation refines LLMs into smaller (richer) droplets of data science

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Braden Hancock in his capacity as co-founder of Snorkel AI. As a company, Snorkel AI says it is the first ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Warwickshire Search and Rescue takes flight with Virgin Media O2 5G connected drone

Virgin Media O2 delivers search and rescue team ‘signal from the sky’ with mobile base station small enough to be flown on a drone, bringing reliable 5G signal to remote areas to assist with rescue missions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series – Qwiet AI: Avoiding 'tab complete' in AI-driven software development

This post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network features commentary from Stuart McClure in his capacity as CEO of Qwiet AI. Qwiet AI aims to reduce the noise inherent in the AppSec space and ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

The Security Interviews: Talking identity with Microsoft’s Joy Chik

Microsoft’s president of identity and network access, Joy Chik, joins Computer Weekly to discuss the evolving threat landscape in identity security, using innovations in artificial intelligence to stay ahead, and advocating for the coming passwordless future Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Nokia hails Deutsche Telekom Open RAN, BT API wins

Leading German operator works with Nokia and Fujitsu for open radio access network products integrated into its live commercial network with initial cluster to provide 2G, 4G and 5G commercial services to customers in Neubrandenburg, Germany Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia, du look to lead in UAE with 5G-Advanced RedCap

Leading MENA operator says trial of low-load next-generation mobile wireless standard shows readiness to trial innovative use cases that could unlock revenue opportunities in the internet of things and Industry 4.0 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone: 5G SA to accelerate UK net-zero journey

Research reveals 5G-enabled technologies could help deliver huge emissions savings, which could accelerate the UK’s renewable energy transition, especially in wind power generation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Telent to boost critical communications for Greater Manchester

Telent offers support for Greater Manchester’s aim to become a world-class digital city-region with network to provide faster and more reliable connectivity to public sector organisations across the region Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series - Sonatype: The good & the bad of LLMs-as-a-service 

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Ilkka Turunen in his capacity as field CTO at Sonatype. From development to production and everything in between, Sonatype ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Considerations for the security of evolving workspaces

Remote working has enabled people to work from almost anywhere but has piled pressure on cyber pros. Three years after Covid, how are best practices evolving and what can we expect going forward? Continue Reading

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• Simon Backwell

Verizon Business, Zebra Technologies team to accelerate private 5G

Business comms provider certifies mobile device manufacturer to work with private 5G and LTE networks throughout the US to enable frontline workers in multiple industries to manage projects and comms on job sites more efficiently Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AT&T taps Ericsson Open RAN to pioneer path to networks of the future

US comms giant inks five-year network transformation agreement with Swedish comms tech company as it aims to pioneer path to programmable and intelligent networks of the future Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

LLM series -  Tricentis: Continuous testing for gen-AI systems 

This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by David Colwell in his capacity as VP of AI & Machine Learning (ML) at Tricentis. For any app on any infrastructure, ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

EE fulfils 4G coverage commitments in remote Scottish islands

UK mobile network operator extends mast-building programme to furthest reaches of Scotland to offer reliable 4G connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BICS and Telcofan team up to streamline private networks

Collaboration aims to simplify adoption of private networks and ease transition to internet of things ecosystem, removing complexities like provisioning SIM cards and enabling device roaming Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cubic gains SoftBank investment for software-defined connected vehicles, IoT

Leading Japanese mobile network operator makes significant investment in connected vehicle software provider to accelerate growth of software-defined vehicle market and enter new sectors Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Majority of GPs now give patients online access to records

NHS England is close to reaching its target of having nine in 10 GPs offering patients access to their primary care records online Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Technologies to support hybrid working

In this week’s Computer Weekly, our latest buyer’s guide looks at technologies to support hybrid working – even when your business is as unique as farming. We examine the new guidelines on AI cyber security published by G7 government security chiefs. And we find out how the Jaguar Formula E racing team is using digital twins to improve electric vehicle performance. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

CCaaS platform subscriptions to generate $18bn revenue by 2028

Study finds contact centre as a service set for strong revenue gains, driven by growth of RCS and OTT messaging apps as leading providers reduce data silos Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

eSIM adoption drives growth and market disruption in cellular IoT

Study reveals that embedded subscriber identity modules have gained more popularity from users and device makers than mobile operators but that is changing thanks to a new specification for IoT eSIMs Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G to be the last 'G' for Orange as comms hits singularity

Telco believes mobile communications has hit tipping point with imminent end of traditional generational paradigm and delivery of products to be replaced by services enhanced on a continuous basis Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cyber and remote working: How Covid moved the cursor

Remote working has enabled people to work from almost anywhere but has piled pressure on cyber pros. Three years after Covid, how are best practices evolving and what can we expect going forward? Continue Reading

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• Lionel Garacotche

Apple Automated Device Enrollment

The Apple Automated Device Enrollment program, formerly known as the Device Enrollment Program (DEP), is a device enrollment service that's included with Apple Business Manager (ABM) and Apple School Manager (ASM). Continue Reading

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• Robert Sheldon
• Eddie Lockhart, Site Editor

Supporting a hybrid workforce

The now permanent shift to cloud services and the necessity of dealing with a hybrid workforce have changed modern IT Continue Reading

Security Think Tank: Four steps to secure remote workers

Remote working has enabled people to work from almost anywhere but has piled pressure on cyber pros. Three years after Covid, how are best practices evolving and what can we expect going forward? Continue Reading

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• Olivia Rofe

Cologne Bonn Airport extends Tetra digital radio network

German Airport taps Motorola Solutions in 10-year agreement to provide essential radio technology supporting safe and reliable airport services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

tablet (tablet PC)

A tablet is a wireless, portable personal computer with a touchscreen interface. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati

Government’s Online Fraud Charter welcomed

The government has corralled 11 of the largest tech platforms in the world to commit to its Online Fraud Charter, designed to tackle online scams, fake adverts, and more Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

LLM series - What developers need to know about Large Language Models?

A developer strolls casually into work and gets comfy in their cubicle. Suddenly there’s an update alert on the laptop screen - a new generative Artificial Intelligence (gen-AI) function has been ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

Advanced metering infrastructure deployment to exceed expectations

Research predicts that while proprietary and RF communications technologies will remain pivotal connectivity options for water AMI projects in the foreseeable future, emerging alternatives are rapidly growing Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G service expansion to drive APAC mobile

Study forecasts 5G service expansion will drive mobile services market in Asia-Pacific to 2028, with revenue prospects for mobile data segment remaining strong in key territories Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ooredoo Qatar claims milestone for private networks in Middle East

Leading operator in MENA region reveals first-of-its-kind project designed to provide dedicated voice and customer data services in most remote and challenging locations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Growing European mobile data traffic drives pressure on network investment

Research from global mobile trade association shows that mobile contributed €910bn to Europe’s economy in 2022 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Slow or fast UK 5G Standalone deployment could make £7.4bn difference

Research shows transformative potential of 5G Standalone technology for the UK economy beyond NHS cost savings and shorter travel times Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Operators unprepared for high gains from low-power IoT roaming

Study finds sophisticated detection crucial to growing revenue in low-power internet of things arena, and recommends operators partner with suppliers that can provide AI-based roaming detection services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nerdio training camps hoist tent for Microsoft cloud skills

It’s chic to be geek and not at all absurd to be a nerd. Whether or not Nerdio chose its company name to pay homage to the techies that use its technology and services is hard to say, but what does ... Continue Reading

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• Adrian Bridgwater

MediaTek unveils RedCap services

Looking to advance a transition to the 5G-NR wireless standard for enterprise and industrial IoT applications, leading fabless semiconductor company introduces modem technology and chipset family Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Philadelphia Flyers and Winnipeg Jets net top-shelf Wi-Fi 6 and 6E

Extreme Networks scores more wins in sport as it looks to help leading ice hockey clubs improve fan experience and operational efficiency by making the network the backbone of strategic initiatives Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Norfolk International Terminal expands private 5G for Port of Virginia

One of the largest commercial shipping hubs in the US plans to use its private 5G network to enable drones used for safety and surveillance, autonomous trucks and mobile cranes, and cost reduction from reduced downtime Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Defence lawyers seek appeal of tribunal ruling on police EncroChat cryptophone hack

Defence lawyers are seeking leave to appeal against a tribunal ruling that found the National Crime Agency had lawfully obtained warrants to access messages from 9,000 cryptophones used in the UK Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Viasat, Skylo Technologies claim first global direct-to-device network

Satellite communications provider and non-terrestrial network service provider announce what they say is world’s first global direct-to-device network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Spatial computing redraws the world of work

Immersive technologies such as augmented, mixed and virtual reality are nothing new but next-generation capabilities are coalescing into a spatial computing ecosystem that is set to create a new immersive world of work Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm claims ‘remarkable’ gains with Snapdragon 7-Series platform

Gen 3 mobile platform said to amplify mobile user experiences bringing next-generation technology and features to more consumers, with on-device AI, fan-favourite mobile gaming Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G Advanced features include accurate timing, AI support

5G Advanced is the latest 5G specification, aiming to deliver enhanced massive MIMO, 5G integration with AI and accurate location positioning. Here's more about recent developments. Continue Reading

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• Andrew Froehlich, West Gate Networks
• Dan Jones

UK government reveals 5G Innovation Regions

Latest part of UK government plan to boost next-generation mobile services sees 10 regions spanning the UK set to benefit from fund aimed at expediting innovation driven by 5G technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G-Advanced not yet ready for enterprise opportunities

Report highlights why 5G-Advanced has not yet realised potential in unlocking use cases which unlock new business opportunities, more efficient networks, and the integration of AI and machine learning Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange France broadband gains higher orbit with satellite offer

Leading operator unveils ‘superfast’ broadband offer available throughout France and for everyone through partnership with satellite company Eutelsat and essential equipment firm Nordnet Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK companies secure contract to trial sky-based 5G infrastructure

Aircraft manufacturer, communications firm and cooling systems company join forces to broaden and transform access to high-speed 5G communications through fleet of zero-emission turbo prop aircraft Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

app wrapping (application wrapping)

App wrapping (application wrapping) is applying a management layer to an existing mobile app. It is typically done by an organization using third-party tools. App wrapping is done to increase an app's security, manageability and analytics. Continue Reading

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• Gavin Wright
• Colin Steele

Where tech can smooth out the retail returns process

New tech from supply chain companies, M&A activity among logistics firms, and H&M’s new fees show product returns is the retail industry debate that keeps coming back Continue Reading

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• Ben Sillitoe

PeopleSpot dishes out people-related advice

The PeopleSpot app provides resources to help workers deal with people-related challenges and enables organisations to surface HR issues through its analytics capabilities Continue Reading

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• Stephen Withers

Revs, profits fall but Vodafone claims H1 highlights improved trends

After poor fiscal 2023, pan-European and African telecoms company sees bounce back in first half of FY 2024, with focus on customers and simplifying business said to be beginning to bear fruit Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Satellite firm neXat looks to enhance critical communications with SD-WAN

Business connectivity provider looks to improve communications in key vertical through software-defined wide area network integrating configuration, monitoring and control into a single user platform Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Million Brits could lose access to bank branch if closure rate continues

Even people in urban constituencies could lose access to a local bank branch, according to research Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

The status of the US 5G fixed wireless access market

FWA's ability to deliver high-speed connectivity to rural areas has high revenue potential and has prompted U.S. MNOs AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile to expand national deployment. Continue Reading

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• David Weldon

McLaren Applied, Blu Wireless find new gear for ultra high-speed telemetry

Engineering tech provider and mmWave comms firm target new breakthroughs in motorsport connectivity and transformation of fan experience Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Successful launch for fifth, sixth SES 03b mPOWER satellites

With six satellites, satellite operator’s second-generation medium-Earth orbit system is set to provide high-performance connectivity services around the globe from early Q2 2024 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Boldyn Networks to acquire Cellnex private 5G networks business

Shared network infrastructure provider acquires private networks business of independent wireless telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructures operator, including subsidiary to accelerate expansion into Europe Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Vodafone inks strategic partnership with Accenture

Global professional services company to form pan-European and African telco as it announces acceleration of transformation to commercialise operations and accelerate growth Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm and Iridium direct-to-device satellite partnership falls out of orbit

Much heralded non-terrestrial-network communications technology collaboration between chip firm and satellite tech company collapses after lack of take-up by smartphone device manufacturers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Amdocs joins AWS Private Wireless programme as system integrator

Collaboration between hyperscaler and communications industry designed to bring together mobile private network offerings, infrastructure and services to accelerate enterprise network innovation Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G, AI and IoT drive leading UK smart cities

Survey reveals UK cities are embracing smart technologies but data security concerns hinder urban developments Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qualcomm reveals operator support for 5G RedCap

OEMs and operators select Snapdragon X35 5G Modem-RF System for 5G RedCap to enable smaller and more cost-efficient 5G devices, with launches beginning in 2024 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Stark digital comms divide between UK rural and urban areas

UK operator’s Connecting the Countryside study finds as many as seven in 10 rural deprived areas have poor mobile coverage and nearly half are total 5G notspots Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Oxa and eVersum join self-driving shuttle roll-out at Belfast Harbour

Self-driving vehicle software developer teams with electric commercial vehicle specialist to deliver self-driving shuttles in Northern Ireland’s leading port as part of Harlander Project, the area’s sustainable transport plan Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly