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January 11, 2024
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Jan'24
CES 2024: Volvo Penta advances sea vehicle intelligence
Automotive giant’s new platform combines dual power propulsion and smart features ranging from eco mode to assisted docking to dynamic positioning through electronic vessel control system for a premium on-water experience
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January 11, 2024
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Jan'24
CES 2024: Stellantis, AWS BlackBerry QNX launch virtual cockpit
Leading automotive manufacturer teams with mobile platform developer and cloud giant to intro virtual cockpit as key component of virtual engineering workbench
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January 11, 2024
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Jan'24
Hawaiki opens up optical 400GbE subsea services
Asia-Pacific digital infrastructure operator announces the availability of commercial 400GbE services on its trans-Pacific 15,000km high-capacity cable powered by optical networking technology
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January 10, 2024
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Jan'24
HPE nabs Juniper Networks in $14bn deal to boost networking
The two companies position the combined business as a major force in enterprise and datacentre networking
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January 10, 2024
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Jan'24
CES 2024: Samsung gets into gear with Tesla, Hyundai
CE giant unveils at leading tech event connected vehicle offerings for two of the leading global auto manufacturers, with particular emphasis on smart energy savings
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January 10, 2024
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Jan'24
CES 2024: Siemens eyes up immersive tech, AI to enable industrial metaverse
Siemens seals partnerships to highlight transformative technology and introduces solution for immersive engineering that combines Sony head-mounted display with its Xcelerator software
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January 09, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 09, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 09, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 09, 2024
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Jan'24
Neos Networks launches 10Gbps managed dedicated internet access
Infrastructure upgrade sees managed dedicated internet access service customers now able to access higher bandwidths, alongside active monitoring and management of devices and service
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January 08, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 05, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 05, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 05, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 05, 2024
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Jan'24
LG finds higher gear with autonomous driving and infotainment
Latest collaboration between Korean CE giant and global mobility tech company combines in-vehicle infotainment capabilities with ADAS and AD technologies
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January 04, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 04, 2024
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Jan'24
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
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January 04, 2024
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Jan'24
Record-breaking 2023 for UK home broadband
Research from UK’s leading comms provider finds more broadband data used than ever before, as bumper traffic during Christmas and New Year contributes to the busiest days
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January 03, 2024
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Jan'24
Openreach claims connectivity landmark with Fair Isle full fibre
UK’s leading broadband provider furthers Scottish roll-out of gigabit connectivity with full fibre to the UK’s most geographically remote inhabited island, with funding from Scottish government’s R100 programme and UK government
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January 02, 2024
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Jan'24
China’s UNC4841 pivots to new Barracuda ESG zero-day
The Chinese state threat actor behind a series of cyber attacks on Barracuda Networks customers embarked on a campaign targeting the supplier’s email security products in the run-up to Christmas
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December 21, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 21, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 21, 2023
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Dec'23
XR2 industry initiative targets European XR headset for Industry 5.0
European tech suppliers reveal plan to take on global extended reality leaders and become the reference for mixed reality in region by targeting Industry 5.0 and addressing user needs
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December 21, 2023
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Dec'23
Top 10 networking stories of 2023
This year has seen the continued adoption of software-defined wide area networks and secure access service edge as firms phase out multi-protocol label switching infrastructures, with artificial intelligence also stepping into the networking ...
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December 20, 2023
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Dec'23
Orange Business boosts digital ambitions with Expertime acquisition
Acquisition of consulting company by business services division of global telco becomes latest part of strategic ambition to accelerate growth in digital services and support growth in digital, public cloud, AI and data
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December 20, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 20, 2023
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Dec'23
AMRC North West showcases Industry 4.0 smart factory, smart building demonstrator
UK university’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre announces internet of things deployment powered by telco’s IoT.nxt management platforming showcase of low carbon smart building demonstrator and smart factory
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December 20, 2023
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Dec'23
Inside Zoom’s generative AI strategy
Zoom’s federated approach towards generative AI allows it to use a combination of models that are most suitable for the task on hand while lowering costs for itself and customers
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December 19, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 19, 2023
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Dec'23
More than 17 million UK homes gain full-fibre broadband access
Ofcom report into state of UK fixed and wireless communications shows surge in full-fibre uptake over the past 12 months and 5G mobile coverage continuing to grow rapidly
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December 19, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 19, 2023
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Dec'23
Nokia and HellasQCI complete quantum-safe networks proof of concept
Trial showcase by leading networking tech firm and communication infrastructure consortium shows hybrid approach with both classic and quantum physics key to reach goal of quantum-safe networks
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December 19, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 18, 2023
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Dec'23
Cathay takes off with global SASE deployment
Unified secure access service edge services provider replaces legacy MPLS network for improved performance and observability, and unified end user security, access and application performance across global sites
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December 18, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 18, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 18, 2023
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Dec'23
UK gigabit broadband furthers reach
DSIT releases figures showing 2023 state-funded investment of more than £500m in gigabit connectivity, boosting broadband for over 330,000 hard-to-reach homes and businesses across the country
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December 18, 2023
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Dec'23
How threat intelligence is applied in DNS security
Infoblox’s director of security architecture explains how the company leverages its threat intelligence capabilities to help organisations stay ahead of DNS security threats
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December 15, 2023
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Dec'23
Jaguar Land Rover taps Tata Communications to drive production
Car maker's new technology and connectivity framework is designed to power next-generation vehicle production by improving line performance and vehicle quality using AI and real-time data insights
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December 15, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 14, 2023
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Dec'23
Cisco eyes opportunities in AI, sustainability in Australia
Cisco is looking to tap opportunities in sustainability, AI and cyber security as it navigates Australia’s economic headwinds
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December 13, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 13, 2023
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Dec'23
Inside the Singapore government’s cloud journey
The Smart Nation Group’s chief digital technology officer outlines the government’s cloud journey, including its approach to cloud migration and how it came to host mission-critical workloads on AWS
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December 12, 2023
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Dec'23
NTT reveals acceleration to the future for photonics comms innovation
NTT releases annual report on the development of photonics-based wired and wireless communications infrastructure, claiming breakthrough in distributed datacentres and addressing communications for AI and LLM use cases
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December 12, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 11, 2023
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Dec'23
BT Group makes net neutrality call as it looks to improve network efficiency
Telco claims breakthrough technology that improves quality and reliability of live content for viewers while driving down costs for broadcasters and network operators, but calls for rethink in net neutrality debate
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December 11, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 11, 2023
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Dec'23
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
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December 08, 2023
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Dec'23
UK networks glow as Openreach hits halfway point in UK broadband upgrade plan
Full-fibre forges ahead as Openreach progresses towards plan to extend gigabit to vast majority of UK promises over next three years, as it reveals its biggest ever hourly peak for network traffic was on 6 December
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December 06, 2023
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Dec'23
Nokia unveils gigabit multi-dwelling unit solution for cable operators
Comms tech provider looks at increasingly important sector of fixed comms to offer solution designed to enable cable operators to deliver multi-gigabit services using existing coaxial cables in MDUs and buildings too difficult to serve with fibre