Telecoms networks and broadband communications
Broadband communications and telecoms networks have been key enablers for the internet revolution and for organisations using the web to deliver new online services. Broadband is key to the UK's economic success and competiveness, and the roll out of superfast, fibre-based networks to deliver the next generation of services has become a political and technological issue, especially for rural networks on the wrong side of the digital divide. We analyse the implications and opportunities for IT managers as broadband adoption continues to grow.
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News
30 May 2025
T-Mobile for Business ups 5G fixed wireless access offer
5G enterprise cloud WAN provider teams with operator to deliver high-performance FWA connectivity for business customers throughout the US Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 May 2025
Nokia accelerates multi-Gig PON fibre broadband services
Line card product optimised for cost-effective mass market 25G PON, while co-existence network element enables ability to run single fibre 10G, 25G and 50G services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2020
Huawei excluded from UK 5G core but retains place in radio network
Local operators breathe huge sigh of relief as UK government allows potentially high-risk telecoms equipment suppliers continued ability to supply essential technology for 5G radio network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2020
Cisco unveils business transformation suite for hyper-connected enterprise
New tools claimed to help businesses push their boundaries by reimagining their applications, empowering their teams, securing their data and transforming their infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2020
UK in catch-22 decision over Huawei security
The UK’s final decision on whether to permit mobile operators to use Huawei equipment is expected imminently, and its decision will have ramifications far beyond the technology sphere Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
27 Jan 2020
Openreach extends full-fibre network to rural UK
UK national broadband infrastructure provider ramps up programme to deliver full-fibre to 200 locations, mainly towns and villages hitherto not passed by network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2020
RAN sharing and convergence juice up Orange for 2020
Telco Orange’s roadmap for Europe in 2020 reveals the power of convergence and the need for ecosystem partnerships Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jan 2020
Singapore’s StarHub and M1 team up in 5G licence bid
The two telcos are working towards the 17 February 2020 closing date for 5G proposals Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
23 Jan 2020
Pluribus claims industry’s first central office edge compute switch
Open networking and controllerless SDN automation tech provider aims to respond to the extensive and exacting needs of distributed cloud environments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Jan 2020
Privafy claims ‘fundamentally new’ approach to mobile data security
New company aims to address underlying security vulnerabilities to protect internet-reliant businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Jan 2020
Seven projects funded to explore CAV security
The winners of the Cyber Securities Feasibility Studies contest, exploring cyber security for self-driving cars, have been revealed Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
23 Jan 2020
Canonical offers scalable mobile Android apps in the cloud
New Android technology allows enterprise users to offload compute, storage and energy-intensive applications from devices to the cloud Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2020
Aeris gears up for connected vehicle joint venture with VW
Connected technology provider forges joint venture with leading automotive manufacturer to improve service flexibility and speed, operational efficiency and customer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
22 Jan 2020
Making gigabit broadband a reality for everyone in the UK
As the new government introduces its first legislation to boost full-fibre broadband, digital minister Matt Warman looks ahead to delivering on the Conservatives’ election promises Continue Reading
By- Matt Warman, Digital minister
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News
21 Jan 2020
UK broadband offers poor relative value for money
Importance of fibre push by UK broadband providers clear as research shows data speeds available to UK households have not significantly changed while prices have risen steadily Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2020
CityFibre acquires FibreNation in £200m deal
Strategic acquisition sees growing UK fibre provider’s roll-out plans almost double in size, with TalkTalk joining network with long-term commitments for residential and business customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2020
5G builders test vulnerabilities in Finnish hackathon
University hackathon puts 5G security to the test as new wireless technology’s roll-out nears Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
21 Jan 2020
BT calls on fellow operators for investment fairness in rural UK network scheme
BT wants its prior investments in UK mobile infrastructure to be recognised in formulating operators’ investment in Shared Rural Network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2020
Nicky Morgan says new government will be pro-tech
DCMS minister outlines five key ways the government aims to support technology going forward, including being “unashamedly” pro-tech Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
21 Jan 2020
SK Telecom claims standalone 5G data session is world’s first
South Korean telco proclaims 5G breakthrough that makes it set to be first to provide standalone 5G services in the first half of this year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2020
Will 5G turn Langkawi into world’s first smart island?
Malaysia telco TM is set to transform Malaysia’s Langkawi archipelago with a 5G testbed that will pave the way for 5G services across the country Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2020
Ericsson to ramp European 5G with new R&D site in France
New facility will provide access to a competence pool and foster industry and academic collaborations on 5G, says company Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Jan 2020
Samsung unveils new enterprise-ready smartphone
Business-focused phone aimed at in-the-field or on-site use in industries such as retail, manufacturing, healthcare and logistics Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Jan 2020
BT becomes first Euro distribution partner for Google Stadia gaming platform
Incumbent UK comms provider BT teams up with Google to use cloud gaming platform to drive growing fibre broadband network offers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jan 2020
CenturyLink lands $1.6bn network services contract from US Dept of Interior
US operator engaged to help US agency achieve its mission to conserve and manage natural resources and cultural heritage Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jan 2020
O2 goes O-RAN to improve network service
Telefónica UK subsidiary announces open radio access network project to help customers better utilise its network, addressing issues such as densification of coverage and enabling faster uptake of 5G-based services in autonomous vehicles Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jan 2020
Huawei unveils mobile development programme for UK and Irish business
Leading comms tech and service provider Huawei reveals strategy to support UK and Irish businesses with mobile services development offering Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jan 2020
Sky comes to the UK 5G party
Telco, broadband and pay-TV provider switches on 5G services in 20 leading UK towns and cities with packaged based on Samsung devices Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jan 2020
Davos 2020: Why IT sector must address climate issues
Climate change is set to be top of the agenda at the World Economic Forum, with Microsoft chief Satya Nadella declaring he aims to delete the company’s emissions Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
17 Jan 2020
Australian wildfires take toll on telco networks
Major telco networks in Australia were disrupted by power cuts resulting from devastating bushfires, raising questions about the resilience of the country’s communications infrastructure Continue Reading
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News
16 Jan 2020
Ericsson launches eSIM
Swedish comms tech giant aims to drive communication service providers’ top line and improve consumer experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2020
Global 5G leaders create 5G Future Forum
Six forum members say they will create a common platform to enable a global ecosystem of applications to exploit 5G at its full potential Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2020
UK ranks 13th in Cisco digital readiness index
Networking giant reveals benchmark holistically assessing countries’ digital readiness across seven key criteria, including technology adoption and technology infrastructure, and finds UK somewhat wanting Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2020
Consumers download 1.7 billion mobile business apps in 2019, spending over $500m
Mobile app sector fuelling digital transformation, and businesses with a robust mobile-first strategy and engaging apps are enjoying much success Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
16 Jan 2020
Get Huawei done
The BBC’s Dan Walker has sat down with Boris Johnson to probe him over all manner of hot topics, including the government’s decision to let Huawei build its 5G telecoms infrastructure. Having ... Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2020
Four-fifths of SIM-swap fraud attempts successful
Researchers from Princeton University find that despite advances in technology, SIM-swap fraud continues to be difficult to detect and prevent, as fraudsters adapt attack techniques Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jan 2020
Spry cancels out P&J Arena dead zones with multi-operator 4G coverage
Tech supplier installs smart mobile signal booster in Aberdeen to ensure high-speed data connectivity for live video streaming and social media activities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jan 2020
Gates Foundation mobile money projects in developing world to go live this year
Mobile money projects aim to give millions of the world’s poorest people access to financial services Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
15 Jan 2020
Liberty Global Europe shakes up executive leadership
UPC Switzerland chief executive flies in to take financial reins at Virgin Media in UK while former UPC Netherlands boss takes over Swiss and select eastern European operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jan 2020
Cerence, LG drive into AI-powered connected car platform
Artificial intelligence will enhance in-car experiences through voice commands to allow drivers and passengers to have far more control over car functions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
Global used smartphone market set to grow 17.6% year-on-year
Questions may be asked of the longevity of steep growth in the new smartphone arena, but research finds no signs of slowing down across the used market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
Openreach extends free fibre installation scheme for UK home developers
UK broadband infrastructure provider drops the threshold for free eligibility to its fibre delivery scheme for new-build houses from 30 to 20 homes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
Vodafone extends UK 5G reach and introduces 5G roaming to Ireland
Leading UK mobile operator claims 5G tech first and broadens 5G reach across UK and into the Republic of Ireland Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
Maxis and Huawei team up on 5G as Malaysia outlines spectrum allocation plan
Maxis's partnership with Huawei to develop 5G use cases and services comes on the heels of Malaysia's recently announced spectrum allocation plan Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
14 Jan 2020
Extreme Networks claims Wi-Fi 6 a game changer for US sports stadiums
Cloud-driven networking technology and services company rolls out Wi-Fi 6 technology for Tennessee Titans, Houston Dynamo and Dash, Leeds Beckett University and West Texas A&M Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
EE scoops top rating in UK mobile connectivity assessment
BT subsidiary wins top spot in UK mobile quality benchmark survey for sixth time running Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jan 2020
MLL Telecom appoints new CEO
Shaun Ledgerwood succeeds Gary Marven as chief executive as network services provider seeks to maintain momentum as a technology supplier to public and private sector organisations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
Samsung boosts US 5G expansion with TeleWorld acquisition
South Korean giant buys US network services provider in the latest initiative designed to advance its 5G network development Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
SK Telecom gets close to the edge with global MEC task force
As operators’ remits expand beyond providing mobile connectivity to offering new value based on infrastructure, leading Korean operator announces mobile edge computing association Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
Asia-Pacific to lead 5G technology adoption to 2024
GlobalData analysis predicts that in the 5G era, Asia will lead the field and will hold half of 5G subscriptions globally by 2024 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
Virtual broadband connections to pass 500 billion by 2025
Virtualisation booms in broadband as infrastructures have evolved to higher speeds through technical advances in terminating equipment and increased penetration of fibre, but operators are now running out of road for further improvements Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
US, South Korea to drive 5G to reach 1.5 billion users by 2025
Aggressive pricing strategies and extensive device support, especially in the US and Korea, set to drive an explosion in 5G uptake over the next five years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jan 2020
TIM becomes first European operator to break 2Gbps 5G barrier
Italian operator takes advantage of acquired spectrum to break 5G network speed barrier using technology from Ericsson and Qualcomm Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jan 2020
‘Meaningful’ supplier, tech competition to drive down 5G smartphone prices throughout 2020
Analyst Ovum believes that healthy rivalry between brand manufacturers and multiple modem sources will likely provide a spur to drive down retail price of 5G-compatible products Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jan 2020
Scottish government misses national superfast broadband target
SNP government admits failing to meet ambitious target to roll out broadband of at least 30Mbps to all Scottish homes and businesses by 2021 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jan 2020
Portsmouth City Council taps MLL Telecom for future network
Initiative designed to offer schools, residents and businesses a fibre framework that will support existing and future digital services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
10 Jan 2020
The rise of 5G, entertainment in cars and increased focus on privacy
This is a guest post by Srinivasan CR, chief digital officer, Tata Communications No matter how much technology keeps evolving, making predictions about the future is always a risky business. But ... Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
09 Jan 2020
Nokia notches 63 commercial 5G tech equipment deals
Finnish comms giant reveals huge strides in 5G essential technology deployment around the world Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
5G roll-out no guarantee of smartphone upgrade bonanza
5G’s network success more or less guaranteed, but same can’t be said for 5G smartphones in short term as study finds only 30-40% of those in major markets such as the US, Europe and Australia likely to result in upgrade, while over 50% likely to do so in China Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
UK government begins legal process to bring about full-fibre roll-out
First steps on the legislative journey for UK government to make good on election commitments to bring full fibre across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
ITS to fast-track full-fibre roll-out gains with £45m investment
Gigabit network operator ITS plans to use latest funding to move into several new areas across the UK to build full-fibre networks which will pass at least 200,000 premises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
KCOM makes £100m full-fibre investment
Operator for UK’s first full-fibre city looks to spread full-fibre reach to surrounding areas with network that is said to have produced estimated cumulative economic impact of more than £469m Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2020
AWS finds growth in Australia amid maturing cloud market
Edge computing, the internet of things and contact centre services are some of the key growth areas for Amazon Web Services in Australia Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
08 Jan 2020
Extreme Networks simplifies retail cloud networks
New turnkey network solutions give retail chains and franchises ability to automate set-up and management of network connectivity with large scale Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jan 2020
Risk & Assurance Group joins i3forum to combat telecoms fraud
Telecoms risk information and advice service signs up as latest partner member in not-for-profit industry body that brings together the international carrier ecosystem to enable and accelerate transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jan 2020
Poor UK internet connectivity and technology cited as hampering SME productivity
Study suggests small businesses could be losing out on two and a half working weeks a year from employees because of unreliable internet connections and technology issues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jan 2020
Ofcom announces plans to ‘supercharge’ investment in fibre broadband
Regulator says proposals to upgrade UK broadband infrastructure will transform the business case for national full-fibre investment in towns, cities and villages Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jan 2020
Qualcomm gets into gear with autonomous vehicle platform and forges in-vehicle tech partnerships
Chip giant hits the road with new platform to address the complexity of autonomous driving and advanced driver-assistance systems while forging partnership with company specialising in helping launch in-vehicle infotainment systems, telematics and digital clusters to automakers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jan 2020
Telco revs set to increase, but suppliers face critical challenges in 2020
Potential good times set to roll for telecoms industry in 2020, with SD-WAN first deployments of 5G, but NB-IoT needs to gain traction to stay relevant, says research Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jan 2020
China Broadcasting Network begins 5G services
China’s national radio and TV network operator becomes fourth company to offer 5G services in the country, serving the cities of Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Shenzhen Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jan 2020
Etisalat unveils MENA’s first OpenRAN network and launches UCC suite
Leading MENA telco makes key move in transforming its network to software-based solution hub and introduces a collaboration suite to aid small businesses in the region with digital transformation journey Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jan 2020
Klaxoon claims mobile workspace first as multi-team projects become the norm
As new working methods and increased remote working make effective meetings more challenging, Klaxoon offers a new collaboration system Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jan 2020
More than 30 million smart street lights by 2023, predicts study
Glowing future for global connected industry over the next three years as adoption of LPWA technologies such as NB-IoT and LoRa grows quickly Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jan 2020
OTT challenge to see mobile operators lose voice over next five years
Harsh times predicted for voice services over the next five years as revenues are expected to nearly halve, but operators stand to be partially offset by nascent 5G-based offers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
03 Jan 2020
The new reality of 5G
5G’s development has been driven by a variety of use cases leading to a multi-service capability – a network of networks. But what is the reality of this, and how is it expected to change as we move forward? Continue Reading
By- Tim Wright, Institute of Telecommunications Professionals
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News
02 Jan 2020
Xiaomi makes big bet on 5G, IoT and partners to advance wireless file transfer
Leading Chinese device manufacturer Xiaomi builds on strong end to 2019 and starts decade with wireless alliance and ambition to cement leadership in 5G, the internet of things and artificial intelligence Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jan 2020
Luxoft drives into Microsoft connected vehicle platform ecosystem
Digital strategy and software engineering firm joins the Microsoft Connected Vehicle Platform as it aims to enable personalised connected customer experiences for automotive companies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Dec 2019
Huawei gets India green light as it reports strong sales growth for 2019
Comms technology giant finishes challenging 2019 with solid commercial performance and permission to supply 5G technology in one of the world’s largest internet markets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Dec 2019
Top 10 networking stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Dec 2019
StarHub and U Mobile conduct 5G SA roaming trials
Leading Asian telcos team up to gather 5G roaming insights and establish key aspects, such as the right network configurations and settings, to ensure optimum experience when 5G rolls out commercially Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Dec 2019
Vodafone taps Nokia to deliver 5G across Australia
With compatible devices becoming more widely available in the country, Vodafone Hutchison Australia will deploy Nokia enabling technology to build out 5G network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Dec 2019
Top 10 telecoms stories of 2019
2019 has been the year of 5G through the major economies of the world, with major markets launching next-generation networks that are set to flourish in 2020 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Dec 2019
EE joins London Tube 4G mobile trial
BT-owned UK telco will be part of testing of 4G coverage on select parts of the London Underground Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Dec 2019
Ericsson gains 5G spur with $150m extended credit facility
Swedish tech giant gets loans extension to support research and development of 5G technology in 2020-2022 Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2019
Managed services to be prime driver of APAC enterprise mobility
Managed mobility services set to account for one-third of overall enterprise mobility revenue in the Asia-Pacific region by 2023, equivalent to US$5.3bn Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Dec 2019
Cellular IoT gateway shipments projected to reach eight million by 2023
Cellular IoT gateway market is on the fast track, with 18.5% compound annual growth rate predicted for a market that was worth nearly $1bn by the end of 2018 Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2019
Ericsson gets into gear with Microsoft for next generation of connected cars
Integration of Ericsson’s Connected Vehicle Cloud and Microsoft’s Connected Vehicle Platform could accelerate delivery of new connected car services worldwide Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Dec 2019
Motherhood is the necessity of invention, says Mellanox channel boss
Mellanox vice-president Yael Asseraf Shenhav talks about how her employer has enabled her to thrive in a male-dominated industry and sheds light on how we can all better manage our time Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2019
Just 10% of UK homes and businesses have access to full-fibre broadband
Ofcom research reveals that for the highest-speed broadband connections, the UK is still in the slow lane, with only three million homes and businesses having access to fibre Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Dec 2019
Amazon, Apple, Google, Zigbee team up to develop smart devices standard
Connected Home over IP project aims to simplify development for device manufacturers and increase compatibility for consumers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Dec 2019
2020 set to usher in age of 5G always-on portable computing
Analyst identifies key 5G trends that will bear fruit in new year and pours cold water on one hyped technology that it thinks won’t make it Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Dec 2019
Top 10 broadband stories of 2019
Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 broadband stories of 2019 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Dec 2019
New UK government pledges to accelerate gigabit broadband delivery
New Conservative government’s Queen’s Speech reaffirms commitment to providing gigabit broadband access across the UK, but provides no specific timetable to meet commitments and targets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Dec 2019
Comms-platform-as-a-service revenues outpace unified-comms-as-a-service
Communications-platform-as-a-service uptake is benefiting from its ability to quickly add new functionality, the ease with which it can be customised and the flexibility of its pay-as-you-go service model Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Dec 2019
APAC region to drive global enterprise VR adoption through to 2030
Analyst predicts that the enterprise virtual reality sector will take off over the next decade, boosted by direct government investment in the APAC region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
Spirent lands at China’s Daxing International to assure critical communications
Beijing airport seeks to create an unrivalled technology experience for passengers and airport personnel Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
EE switches on 5G in six more UK locations
Operator broadens UK’s largest 5G network with six additional locations and announces aggressive plans for 2020 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
London needs to accelerate full-fibre digital infrastructure delivery
London’s capability to be the tech hub it aims for is currently limited by a range of issues, including the availability of fibre and the speeds delivered, says report from mayor Sadiq Khan’s office Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
Ericsson claims 5G voice and evolved packet core milestones with MediaTek and Telstra
Swedish comms tech giant reveals projects that could create new 5G services for consumers and enterprise customers with emerging technologies, and the successful completion of 5G standalone voice Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Dec 2019
Euro telcos eye up cloud market
With the increasing need for global cloud giants to address security, localisation and regulatory compliance, Europe’s telcos eye up datacentre and hosted services as potential growth areas Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Dec 2019
Cisco bolsters low-latency networking with Exablaze acquisition
Networking giant makes strategic acquisition of Australian provider of ultra-low latency devices and FPGA-based applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Dec 2019
Ofcom eases broadband switch process and outlaws locked mobiles
Regulator plans to make it easier for UK broadband customers to transition between different networks, or a full-fibre service on the same network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly