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Telecoms networks and broadband communications
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May 15, 2025
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May'25
Myriota and ETSI team to boost NTN IoT satellite comms standardisation
Global IoT-optimised satellite connectivity provider becomes associate member of leading communications standards body to boost delivery to mobile devices
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May 14, 2025
14
May'25
London Fire Brigade improves emergency response network
UK’s largest fire service turns to advanced comms tech – including real-time data analytics and social media integration – to make it easier and quicker for the public to contact it and improve its response to emergencies across UK capital
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May 14, 2025
14
May'25
Fibre, 5G continue to expand global footprint
Core ‘future-proof’ communications technologies are steadily expanding their reach as wireless applications gain ground in key territories
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May 14, 2025
14
May'25
Openreach connects first customers under Project Gigabit partnership
UK’s leading broadband provider reveals initial customers in hardest-to-reach communities gaining gigabit access as part of partnership with government’s £5bn deployment scheme
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May 13, 2025
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May'25
Surrey Search & Rescue taps Ericsson and UK Connect for critical connectivity
Advanced connectivity solution that includes vehicle router and ruggedised devices deployed under SARNET initiative helps search and rescue teams respond faster, improving survival outcomes
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May 13, 2025
13
May'25
KDDI, DriveNets team to accelerate open network architecture
Strategic partner to see leading carrier and software-based network services provider promote openness, disaggregation and innovation from the core network to the edge and aggregation layers
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May 13, 2025
13
May'25
O2 upgrades Wembley Stadium connectivity
Upgrade around major UK sporting arena to see fans gaining access to dedicated distributed antenna system-based 5G standalone network inside the stadium, in addition to small cells and upgraded masts in surrounding area
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May 13, 2025
13
May'25
Private cellular business deployments to reach more than 7,000 by 2030
Research finds enhanced security features and neutral host deployments will be central to expediting growth across all sectors for key sector of mobile industry
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May 12, 2025
12
May'25
Nokia looks to light up in-building enterprise connectivity with Aurelis
Fibre-based LAN solution designed to deliver simple, reliable and future-proof local area connectivity for enterprises, using up to 70% less cabling and 40% less power than copper-based technologies
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May 12, 2025
12
May'25
Virgin Media O2, Daisy Group merge to form B2B comms company
Comms provider and IT services company unite to offer digital-first connectivity and managed services
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May 09, 2025
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May'25
UK broadband hits 2025 target with strong first quarter
Study from UK communications regulator finds gigabit broadband on track to become virtually universally available across country by 2023, with the number of full-fibre broadband connections in particular increasing to nine million in past six months
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May 08, 2025
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May'25
Leading European telcos call for exclusive access to 6GHz band
Open letter from Europe’s leading telcos demands exclusive access to key wireless spectrum band for the benefit of Europe’s economy and to ensure successful roll-out of 6G, underpinning digital societies
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May 07, 2025
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May'25
Global broadband growth slows at end of 2024
Fourth quarter 2024 update of global connectivity market shows subscribers pass 1.5 billion barrier as fibre, non-terrestrial and fixed wireless gain popularity, especially in emerging markets
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May 07, 2025
07
May'25
Nokia supplies 1.2Tbps backbone in Pakistan and private wireless to Maersk fleet
Comms tech provider lands large-scale contracts for optical fixed network in Pakistan and IoT connectivity platform with mobile network to enhance operational efficiency at shipping firm
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May 07, 2025
07
May'25
DCC signs contracts for major smart meter network upgrade
UK energy and utilities data company inks major contract with industry partners in IT and communications sector to enable modernisation of Data Service Provider platform
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May 06, 2025
06
May'25
UK altnets’ long-term survival ‘in question’ as 96% consider M&A
Study from business connectivity firm warns that while alternative broadband providers have fuelled full-fibre expansion and delivered much-needed competition, many are having to explore strategies for survival
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May 06, 2025
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May'25
Defra taps BT to connect workers, sensors across UK
UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs inks deal to provide 34,000 mobile connections to support real-time reporting on issues from flooding to farming disease outbreaks, and improve connectivity and safety for remote workforce
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May 05, 2025
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May'25
How AsiaPac transformed into a multicloud powerhouse
AsiaPac CEO Andrew Cheng outlines the company’s growth from a laptop PC distributor to a regional technology service provider known for its multicloud capabilities
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May 02, 2025
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May'25
Scotland’s most remote towns and villages to get gigabit upgrade
UK government signs largest-ever broadband supply contract with leading comms operator to provide homes and businesses in hard-to-reach areas of Scotland with access to gigabit connectivity for the first time
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May 02, 2025
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May'25
Myriota scales up satellite IoT constellation with 16 more craft
Myriota extends partnership with direct-to-orbit satellite internet of things connectivity provider to design, build and operate 16 satellites with enhanced second-generation payloads
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April 30, 2025
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Apr'25
Digital Catapult joins EU 6G innovation consortia
Deep tech innovation organisation to participate in European Union-funded initiative to advance the development and deployment of 6G technologies
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April 29, 2025
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Apr'25
UK National Parks deploys AI, IoT to transform environmental monitoring
Telco and parks authority form technology-led partnership, showcasing how advanced AI, IoT and mobile network innovation are being deployed to protect and future-proof the UK’s most important natural spaces
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April 29, 2025
29
Apr'25
T-Mobile rolls out 5G Advanced across US
So-called US ‘un-carrier’ highlights AI automation, immersive technology like AR/XR and ‘seemingly infinite’ new industrial use cases to benefit from next-generation mobile network
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April 28, 2025
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Apr'25
Arelion expands network presence in Mexico with DWDM route
Multinational enterprise connectivity provider opens up network route supporting key territory’s economic growth through resilient, terabit-scale communications infrastructure
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April 25, 2025
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Apr'25
Kingston Council taps Boldyn to improve digital infrastructure
Partnership between London borough council, regional transport authority and leading large-scale network provider to see high-speed fibre links to CCTV locations, enabled through the construction of a 10km network covering main town centres
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April 25, 2025
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Apr'25
Omdia: All-photonics infrastructure key to safer, smarter, more sustainable world
Research revealed at Innovative Optical and Wireless Network global forum outlines future of digital economy, powered by all-photonics networks
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April 24, 2025
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Apr'25
ASEAN telcos going beyond the 5G hype
Telcos from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia are moving beyond the 5G hype as they focus on driving enterprise 5G and AI adoption to drive value for customers
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April 23, 2025
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Apr'25
Intel accelerates software-defined vehicles with SoC first
Automotive technology arm of chip giant Intel unveils product and customer development that it says marks a step forward in software-defined vehicle strategy
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April 22, 2025
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Apr'25
Virgin Media O2 cuts carbon emissions 56% against its 2020 baseline
Virgin Media O2 reveals that it is on track to achieve net zero across its operations, products and supply chain by the end of 2040, 10 years ahead of UK’s net-zero goal
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April 22, 2025
22
Apr'25
HyperFiber scales with Render to boost broadband efficiency
Network workflow automation and productivity optimisation firm’s services deployed to scale fibre deployment across multiple expanding markets in key areas across US
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April 22, 2025
22
Apr'25
Automotive OEMs accelerate AI integration for in-cabin mobility
Research note highlights how upcoming regulatory requirements are shaping the future of smart mobility with technology, playing a crucial role in improving safety, convenience and experiences
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April 21, 2025
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Apr'25
Top APAC firms recognised at innovation awards
Citic Telecom, CapitaLand Investment and DBS Bank were among the region’s top industry innovators recognised for their digital transformation efforts at the Computer Weekly Innovation Awards APAC 2025
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April 21, 2025
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Apr'25
CW Innovation Awards: M1 aims to become digital-native telco
The digital-first telco is running all its back-end systems on the cloud, enabling it to speed up decision-making and enhance customer service
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April 17, 2025
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Apr'25
Windstream, Ciena boost 400G network capacity in Southeast US
Optical communications technology enhances network infrastructure with its reconfigurable line system and coherent optical innovations, strengthening connectivity between Texas and Florida
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April 17, 2025
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Apr'25
ETSI highlights integrated sensing, communication 6G use cases
European standards organisation releases report identifying the first use cases for next generation of mobile in sensing, spanning indoor, outdoor, mixed environments applications with targets including people, vehicles, UAVs and robots
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April 17, 2025
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Apr'25
London falling behind in 5G mobile experience
Research reveals mobile users in UK capital spend more time in mobile signal not-spots and experience slower 5G speeds than residents of other UK cities, resulting in poorer performance in everyday tasks
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April 16, 2025
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Apr'25
Video telematics systems set for solid growth in North America, Europe
Research from dedicated machine-to-machine and IoT analyst finds integration of cameras in commercial vehicle environments will be significant trend for fleet telematics
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April 16, 2025
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Apr'25
Fibre fine but US tariffs to take hit on broadband equipment
Analyst predicts effect of US tariffs on telecoms and communications industry, revealing probable winners and losers
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April 15, 2025
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Apr'25
UK altnets set to usher mass migration away from legacy broadband
Research reveals how momentum is building in the alternative provider sector to drive gigabit broadband to rural and hard-to-reach locations the UK
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April 15, 2025
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Apr'25
Qwilt covers more than 2,000 edge cloud nodes across six continents
Distributed edge network technology provider claims milestone in Edge Cloud infrastructure through shift in how enterprises can deliver content and deploy latency-sensitive applications
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April 14, 2025
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Apr'25
Windtre Advances 5G offer with Juniper network architecture
AI-native networking tech provider announces major collaboration with Italian operator to future-proof core and edge network infrastructure as demand for 5G and internet services surge
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April 14, 2025
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Apr'25
Qualcomm, Epec team to drive digital transformation in mobile machinery
Collaboration aims to transform off-highway heavy machinery sector combining machine system solutions and automation expertise with computing, AI and connectivity technologies
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April 14, 2025
14
Apr'25
BT stretches Fabric further through Google Cloud partnership
UK’s leading telco announces step forward in partnership with IT giant, deepening collaboration to offer customers cloud WAN routes via its Global Fabric network platform
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April 11, 2025
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Apr'25
Comms consortium calls for greater vigilance on subsea cable security
Open letter from European telecommunications operators and subsea cable stakeholders calls on cables ecosystem to align security objectives with operational feasibility as well create viable business model based on risk-based best practices
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April 11, 2025
11
Apr'25
Nokia claims alien wavelength record, boosts event wireless connectivity
Leading comms tech provider seals deals for 1,000km 800Gbps trial and to deliver private wireless connectivity for large domestic and international mass events.
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April 10, 2025
10
Apr'25
Ericsson unveils AI-led enterprise wireless-first branch architecture
Global comms tech provider launches wireless-first branch architecture to deliver secure, reliable and scalable connectivity to support higher-bandwidth, business-critical AI-based operations across multiple industries
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April 10, 2025
10
Apr'25
Elevate raises full-fibre bar for businesses across Cardiff
Altnet to bring gigabit-speed connectivity to thousands of businesses through partnership with local council and national government across Welsh capital to boost digital inclusion, economic growth and educational access
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April 09, 2025
09
Apr'25
Nokia, Telia, Finnish Defence Forces claim 5G standalone slice first
Companies showcase potential of 5G technology in enhancing critical communications for defence units operating in coalition environments to ensure seamless experience when crossing country borders
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April 09, 2025
09
Apr'25
Enterprise IoT set for market recovery and AI integration, but regulations loom
Sluggish growth in business internet of things sector set to end over the course of next 12 months, as importance of IoT data as AI fuel becomes more apparent
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April 09, 2025
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Apr'25
GSMA: 2025 set to be year of satellite commercialisation
Business intelligence arm of global mobile suppliers’ association rates this year as ‘ground zero for commercialisation’ of D2C communications depending on business plans of telcos