Mobile apps and software
Mobile apps and app stores have introduced a new way of developing and distributing software that opens up opportunities for corporate IT strategies. IT managers need to understand the relative merits of products such as Android, iOS, WebOS and Blackberry - and in particular the most popular enterprise mobile software, Blackberry Exchange Server (BES). We follow the latest developments in this fast-moving mobile apps and software sector.
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News
10 Oct 2024
Afas leads the way with four-day work week in the Netherlands
Dutch labour unions want a shorter working week and software company Afas is leading the way, introducing a four-day work week from 1 January 2025 Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2023
Netherlands enables contactless payments on entire public transport network
All modes of public transport now accept payments using contactless technology after the completion of major project in the Netherlands Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
16 Jul 2021
Ericsson lands landmark Verizon 5G deal as it reports strong Q2
Just as it was announcing a robust end to its first half, global comms tech provider reveals massive contract with US communications giant to deliver 5G solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jul 2021
Fintech sector continues to attract investment as Revolut hits $33bn valuation
Revolut has become the most valuable financial technology firm in the UK after its latest round of investment, with plans for a ‘superapp’ Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
15 Jul 2021
ODA reaches milestone as TM Forum calls on telcos to grab cloud opportunity
Industry association set up for driving digital transformation through collaboration calls on comms providers to take advantage of industry-defining cloud native standards Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jul 2021
3G net to be retired in 2023 as BT promises 5G across entire UK by 2028
UK’s incumbent telco unveils new mobile and convergence ambitions with almost universal next-generation wireless over next seven years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2021
EC approves pan-Nordic payments platform
Pan-Nordic payments platform will move to its next phase after receiving merger approval from the European Commission Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
14 Jul 2021
Mastercard, Verizon Business team to bring 5G to global payments industry
Global payments company harnesses comms provider’s 5G network to innovate in payments and commerce sector, delivering solutions to support immersive retail technology and point-of-sale Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2021
O2 Business improves in-store customer experiences with advanced connectivity-based AI technology
Technology uses artificial intelligence and video analytics to help retail businesses improve the in-store experience, with processes boosted by 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2021
Vodafone Spain deploys Ericsson 5G Core Standalone for pre-commercial operation
Spanish subsidiary of Vodafone follows UK and German counterparts in selecting Ericsson for core standalone solution to unlock the full potential of next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jul 2021
More women in South Asia using mobile internet
A GSMA study found that the gender gap is closing for mobile internet usage in South Asia, along with higher smartphone ownership fuelled by the falling cost of handsets and data Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
13 Jul 2021
Buoyant Nokia expects to raise 2021 guidance
Comms tech provider says positive news likely in forthcoming Q2 results and despite some headwinds in the second half, it has good foundation for the full year Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jul 2021
SNCF on track for industrial 5G in France
French train operator and technical partners unveil 5G Living Lab devoted to industrial practices, designed to extend 5G tests in local station and support modernisation of the group’s industrial entities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jul 2021
UK fintech investments recovering from lost year
Fintech investments have bounced back in the first half of this year after a Covid-19-hit 2020 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
13 Jul 2021
GSMA calls for 2GHz of mid-band spectrum to meet UN targets
Starting from the position that meeting mid-band spectrum needs is vital to the future of 5G and requires forward-planning from policy-makers, mobile industry trade association warns that without additional spectrum, it will be impossible to realise the full potential of 5G in some cases Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2021
KUKA taps Nokia to facilitate industrial 5G SA private wireless network
German industrial robot manufacturer turns to comms technology provider for 5G private wireless for reliable connectivity in the development of intelligent automation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2021
Liverpool 5G Create, Blu Wireless develop industry-boosting IP
5G mmWave networking equipment provider teams with Liverpool-based part of 5G Testbeds and Trials Programme to develop new multi-sector intellectual property Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2021
CMA consults on market investigation into emergency services’ mobile radio network
Competition watchdog considers whether to launch market investigation into role played by Motorola’s mobile radio network used by all emergency services in UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2021
Enterprise 5G, cloud and IoT disrupting the comms service provider market
Research predicts major uptick in enterprise IT spending, spurred by edge, 5G and private network investments, representing significant opportunity for communications service providers in 2022 and beyond Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2021
IoT at tipping point but multi-region connectivity, device deployment hinder UK adoption
Research from connectivity specialist finds three-quarters of UK respondents say their internet-of-things project is at best only somewhat successful in meeting expectations and realising benefits, but 91% still plan increased investment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
12 Jul 2021
Tech and new experiences tackling trouble at t’mall
UK shopping centres are under pressure, but new concepts, tech-infused spaces, and fresh approaches to consumer engagement are revitalising the sector Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2021
Enterprise private LTE, 5G networks projected to realise more than $7bn in annual spend by 2026
Study finds mission-critical use cases in manufacturing and energy/utilities driving demand for dedicated comms networks, but ecosystem remains challenging Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jul 2021
Vodafone creating indoor OpenRAN solution for business customers
UK operator Vodafone continues its momentum in developing OpenRAN solutions by partnering with Mavenir to create an indoor small cell solution for business customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jul 2021
Virgin Media O2 unveils ‘significant’ 4G and 5G boost
Ahead of the summer holidays, newly merged communications company announces what it says is a significant 4G and 5G boost to holiday hotspots Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jul 2021
CSP share of enterprise 5G deals falls 5% in 2021
Study shows that while the number of enterprise 5G projects doubled over the past year, competition from alternative service providers has significantly impacted CSPs’ share of the market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
08 Jul 2021
Nuisance for a reason
The past week has seen many businesses complaining that the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app has started sending out too many self-isolate alerts, leaving them short of staff. It’s the new jury ... Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2021
UK 5G availability and speeds progressing at steady clip
Analyst’s latest monthly snapshot of next-generation mobile network development shows steady progress of 5G in Leicester, Liverpool, Manchester and Newcastle Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jul 2021
Remote workers feel disconnected from company IT departments
As hybrid working becomes the norm, study advises that now is the time to invest in more robust technology to support remote workforces for the long term, and to fend off lingering feeling of resentment over lack of support Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jul 2021
Ocado sees 19.8% increase in retail business revenue
Online retailer’s half-year results show a significant increase in revenue for its retail business, with numbers reaching £1.2bn Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
06 Jul 2021
Pharrowtech claims first viable fibre alternative with wireless
Launch of 60GHz high-speed board designed to allow manufacturers and service providers to test broadband capabilities and support high-speed internet roll-out Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jul 2021
OneWeb confirms successful launch and contact with 36 new satellites
Controversial satellite operator OneWeb completes its ‘Five to 50’ mission to cover regions north of 50 degrees latitude, including UK, Canada, Alaska and Arctic region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jul 2021
TPG Telecom taps Nokia to launch world’s first live 5G standalone 700MHz service
Leading Australian telco unveils low-band 5G standalone service to cover wide outdoor areas, as well as deep indoor urban environments using Nokia’s triple-band remote radio unit Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jul 2021
Quarter of UK financial services staff want to continue working from home
Working from home looks set to stay in the finance sector after Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, as staff express their preferences for remote working Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
05 Jul 2021
Port of Ipswich trials IoT system to digitise operations
BT and ABP deploy intelligent asset platform across East Anglian maritime commercial hub to help its voyage towards smart port status Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jul 2021
Aurrigo gets into autonomous gear through Vodafone, AWS partnership
Autonomous vehicle specialist becomes one of the first UK companies to benefit from a new technology partnership between UK comms operator and leading cloud provider Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2021
Qualcomm, Capgemini collaborate to boost 5G private network implementations for industries
Partnership between 5G comms tech provider and leading business management firm looks to improve interoperability, provide proven performance and ease deployment for clients looking to unlock benefits of 5G private networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2021
UK government launches 5G network building competition
Latest part of UK government’s 5G diversification strategy sees launch of competition to put UK at the cutting edge of developing tech for 5G mobile networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2021
Ericsson, Huawei claim 5G core tech lead with Mavenir, Affirmed Networks leading challengers
Research reveals 5G core dominance is contingent on supplier positioning and strategy, but also that hungry pure-play software suppliers were already offering disruptive innovation and agility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2021
AT&T to move 5G mobile network to Microsoft Azure
Leading US operator to run its mobility network on leading cloud platform as it aims to deliver cost-efficient 5G services at scale, while network cloud technology will be deployed to gain competitive advantage through streamlined operations and service differentiation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2021
Ericsson, Deutsche Telekom, Samsung claim world first in 5G network slicing trial
Global operator joins leading tech firms in test showcasing the benefits of 5G end-to-end network slicing optimised for cloud virtual reality game streaming, while also allowing service providers to offer customer-focused service assurance Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Jul 2021
Nordic mobile wallets to merge onto single tech platform
Plans underway to merge the mobile wallets of various Nordic banks into a single public cloud-based technology platform Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
01 Jul 2021
Openreach warns UK firms to check comms CPE ahead of analogue switch-off
Ahead of current analogue phone network reaching the end of its life by December 2025, UK broadband provider advises firms to start checking digital compatibility of CPE such as alarm services, lifts, payment card readers and medical equipment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jun 2021
Half of mobile phones sold in the UK at risk of security issues
Lengthy mobile phone contracts leave buyers at risk of their devices losing support for security updates Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Jun 2021
Orange unveils Europe’s first 5G SA fully end-to-end experimental cloud network
Global operator to launch region’s first standalone fully end-to-end cloud network from devices to IS in a cloud-native mode Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jun 2021
Incoherent technology investment saps motivation at mid-size businesses
Research suggests that mid-size businesses are falling into the trap of investing in technology for technology’s sake, rather than identifying what the business actually needs, with stress especially acute supporting remote working Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jun 2021
Google Cloud, Ericsson target telcos with 5G, edge cloud solutions
Google Cloud and Ericsson form partnership based on respective compute platform and 5G technology portfolios to help comms service providers deliver capabilities to the edge to unlock new possibilities for enterprises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
30 Jun 2021
Huawei MateBook X Pro 2021
It’s blue, but actually, it’s not blue… it’s Emerald Green and that’s how the finish is supposed to look. Quite how Huawei’s colour stylists work to come up with its product finish details is tough ... Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2021
Productivity apps here to stay as quarterly mobile app spending hits all-time high
Research from leading mobile data and analytics company App Annie finds $7bn jump in app spending year on year, suggesting the start of a global economic rebound Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jun 2021
UK government reveals full extent of benefits of mobile, fibre development schemes
Scotland, Wales and North East England set to benefit most from mobile coverage boost under £1bn scheme with more than 230,000 Welsh homes and businesses to get access to faster broadband through Project Gigabit, and nearly 1,000 public buildings and 150,000 homes and businesses in Northern Ireland to get full-fibre connections Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jun 2021
MWC 2021: Global mobile industry leaders show commitment to 5G mmWave
Mobile industry leaders unite as key 5G business segment expands its momentum across multiple regions, aiming to allow operators and OEMs to meet rising demand for data and expand into new service opportunities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jun 2021
Bank branches will be a thing of the past in five years, say bankers
Traditional bank branches are likely to disappear from the high street in the next five years, but banking ecosystems will ensure customer service levels are high, say bankers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
28 Jun 2021
OneWeb, BT sign agreement to explore rural satellite connectivity solutions
Low Earth orbit satellite constellation provider OneWeb announces agreement with BT to discover how satellite technology might support improved capacity, mobile resilience, backhaul and coverage in challenging geographic locations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jun 2021
UK government announces high-tech lab to boost 5G diversification strategy
As a central pillar of strategy to build a more secure and innovative 5G supply chain, Sonic Labs test facility opens to explore ways of building 5G networks in a ‘simulated’ real-world environment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jun 2021
5G yet to take off as UK households demand more than broadband speed promise
Study from leading management consultant finds that despite not unrealistic worries about domestic network reliability, UK householders feel networks have dealt with extra strain from mass home working Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jun 2021
Windows 11: It’s more than a repositioned Start button
Microsoft has tried to grab the headlines with the latest incarnation of its desktop operating system, sporting a repositioned Start button and updated icons Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Blog Post
25 Jun 2021
The ephemeral composable stack - MuleSoft: Reusable APIs are the key
This is a guest post written by Paul Crerand, field CTO, EMEA at MuleSoft - it's full title is: Why reusable APIs are key to success with composable IT. Crerand writes as follows. Over the last ... Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2021
Deliveroo riders do not have right to unionise, UK court rules
A legal bid to establish collective bargaining rights for Deliveroo riders been dismissed in court, with judges ruling that they are not entitled to the right to form or join a trade union Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
25 Jun 2021
Brighton tourists charged thousands of pounds for fairground ride after Worldpay glitch
Tourists at a Brighton attraction were overcharged by thousands of pounds due to a glitch at payment processor Worldpay Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
25 Jun 2021
Vodafone launches 5G standalone commercial pilots in UK cities
Operator launches commercial pilot of 5G standalone service in London, Manchester and Cardiff as it continues development of cutting-edge mobile technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jun 2021
Visa to acquire Swedish open banking fintech for €1.8bn
Payments giant Visa agrees to pay €1.8bn to acquire Tink, a specialist open banking fintech Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
24 Jun 2021
NTT saddles up for Tour de France digital twin
World-famous cycling event to see ‘unique’ concept in communications designed to bring together people, processes and technology over 3,400km, ensuring the continuity and resilience of the race Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jun 2021
Nokia deploys AI services to cut complexity of network support and maintenance
Comms tech provider launches advanced suite of support services using artificial intelligence and automation to simplify network operations and maintenance Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jun 2021
Stalkerware apps becoming normalised among young people
Data in a new report appears to show that dangerous stalkerware apps are becoming normalised in younger age groups Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
24 Jun 2021
Lloyds Bank to close 44 more branches
Banking group has announced the closure of a further 44 branches as customers increasingly use other channels for banking Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
23 Jun 2021
Mavenir, MobiledgeX enable global edge connectivity with Deutsche Telekom
Network software provider teams with multicloud edge deployment tech firm to bring cloud-native dynamic deployment of 5G core for leading global operator Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Jun 2021
Majority of global knowledge workers will be remote by the end of 2021
Leading research firm predicts remote work will drive PC and tablet shipments to over 500 million units for the first time ever by the end of 2021 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jun 2021
Users’ network expectations change in new normal
Ciena study reveals how sustainability, connected industries and always-on connectivity are shaping the UK’s digital post-Covid landscape Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jun 2021
London Underground network goes fully mobile
TfL hands 20-year concession to comms company to provide what is claimed to be most advanced network of its kind on the Tube, helping to remove one of the UK’s most high-profile mobile ‘not-spots’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jun 2021
NSPCC, IWF help under-18s scrub their nude photos from the web
Report Remove tool is designed to be used by under-18s to report nude images or videos of themselves that have appeared online Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Jun 2021
Nokia, DISH, AWS to launch first 5G SA core network on public cloud
US network operator runs 5G standalone core on global cloud platform to optimise network operations and launch new software and services rapidly and efficiently Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jun 2021
NHS App reaches six million users, thanks to Covid vaccine feature
More than two million new users have downloaded the NHS App since it was updated in May to include Covid-19 vaccination status Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
18 Jun 2021
Digital banks could dominate once baby boomers pass on their wealth
Traditional banks face challenges in the coming years due to an increasing number of millennials only using digital banks Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 Jun 2021
Vodafone taps Ericsson to strengthen UK 5G core
Partners to deploy cloud-native dual-mode 5G core to bring the full promise of 5G services to business users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jun 2021
Telenor, Telia tap Nokia for 5G joint network roll-out in Denmark
Nokia to work with leading Danish mobile operators via their joint network to accelerate the delivery of 5G services across Denmark following the availability of 3.5GHz spectrum Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jun 2021
DISH, Dell announce Open RAN 5G edge infrastructure first for US
Leading US operator taps IT giant for cloud-native, open 5G radio access network and edge compute technology and announces collaboration on go-to-market strategies for joint edge solutions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jun 2021
Garden Court Chambers makes the case for communications transformation with UCaaS
Rapid transition from limited on-premise systems to cloud-based video conferencing and workstream collaboration sees leading London legal firm gain ‘frictionless’ digital workplace for a team-centric experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
17 Jun 2021
The ephemeral composable stack - Perforce: Shifting to 'assembly culture' with bigger widgets
As the Computer Weekly Developer Network embarks upon its editorial analysis series examining the ether (and on-premises synaptic connection points) that now form the ephemeral and inherently ... Continue Reading
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17 Jun 2021
Vodafone, AWS Wavelength unveil Europe’s first multi-access edge computing services
Cloud provider’s Wavelength system to be carried on European operator’s 4G and 5G networks to deliver ultra-low-latency capabilities to UK business customers and software developers serving the UK market Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jun 2021
5G subscriptions expected to exceed half a billion by end of 2021
Driven by China, North America and the Gulf Cooperation Council markets, 5G remains on track to become the fastest adopted mobile generation in history, with subscriptions increasing at a rate of about a million per day, says latest Ericsson Mobility Report Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jun 2021
Contactless payments accounted for a quarter of all UK payments in 2020
Restrictions in everyday life brought by the Covid-19 pandemic fuelled an increase in the use of contactless payment technology during 2020 Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
16 Jun 2021
Mobile operating systems: It's not about VHS versus Betamax
In the 1970s two rival video tape formats battled out for the hearts and minds of consumers. Movies were distributed on either VHS or Betamax. Eventually, VHS won. But today who uses video tapes? ... Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
16 Jun 2021
Competition and Markets Authority turns attention to Google and Apple
Are the two dominant mobile operating system providers anti-competitive? The Competition and Markets Authority shines a spotlight on the two digital giants Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
15 Jun 2021
5G race hotting up in UK cities
RootMetrics analysis of UK 5G sees rapid improvement in overall network capability, with BT-owned network recording the highest availability in all four cities tested and fastest download speed approaching 200Mbps Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jun 2021
Nokia and Ooredoo initiate 4G and 5G fixed wireless access deployment across Oman
Leading comms tech provider and local Oman operator begin 4G and 5G fixed wireless access deployment for services covering homes and businesses throughout the country Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
14 Jun 2021
Video commerce and livestreaming make waves in retail
The growth in e-commerce during the pandemic is well documented, but the fragmented retail environment has also helped video commerce and livestreaming rise to prominence Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2021
Verizon gets On Site with private 5G networking to enterprise and public sector
US comms provider brings dedicated 5G Ultra Wideband capabilities to large enterprise and public sector customers regardless of whether their premises are within its public 5G coverage area Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jun 2021
Qualcomm drives for cross-industry digital transformation with new IoT range
New generation of IoT solutions designed to deliver advanced edge-AI performance, innovative power-efficiency, 5G connectivity capabilities and enhanced features for processing and security Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
10 Jun 2021
Anker weighs in on a chain of hubs, USB on the high Cs
Picture the scenario, you’re wandering the halls of the average technology trade show and you casually pick up a small four-port USB-C data hub and sling it into your bag without thinking too much. ... Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2021
Zoom aims to empower hybrid workforce with phone appliances
Video conferencing provider introduces devices that offer an all-in-one desk phone solution for calls and meetings, with hardware solutions from Poly and Yealink Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jun 2021
How Ubisoft is embracing the cloud
Game developer Ubisoft has been tapping cloud computing to overcome the constraints of game development and create gaming experiences that live on for years to come Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
09 Jun 2021
FBI arrests distributors accused of selling An0m encrypted phones to crime groups
Working with overseas law enforcement, the FBI has arrested eight people and named a further 13 accused of distributing An0m phones to organised crime groups Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jun 2021
BBVA to cut 3,000 jobs in Spain as digital technology transforms industry
Spanish bank is the latest to announce swingeing branch and job cuts amid increased digital competition Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
09 Jun 2021
Klarna takes on UK credit card providers with feature that breaks up online payments
Fintech unicorn introduces feature to its app in the UK which will challenge traditional credit card providers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
09 Jun 2021
Nokia, Qualcomm and UScellular claim 5G mmWave range record
Consortium of leading mobile technology firms claim range milestone for mmWave next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jun 2021
BT announces dedicated business unit to support small companies
Telco launches new single office, home office unit offering ‘unbreakable’ Wi-Fi to deliver ‘unrivalled’ connectivity, coverage and customer service for micro-businesses Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jun 2021
Covid-19 accelerates interest in 5G
EY report shows that while the pandemic has prompted greater interest in 5G and IoT for majority of organisations, most are also struggling to identify the right 5G supplier strategy Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jun 2021
Trial of UK’s first mobile vehicle-to-everything road safety system goes live
Almost out of the garage at the same time as the real-life road run of an autonomous shuttle bus in Oxford, cities in the West Midlands are opening their roads for the national debut of vehicle-to-everything mobile technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
Inclusivity and participation top issues for employees in new normal
Canva study reveals pressing need to bridge the hybrid workforce divide and for companies to adopt new technologies and processes to sustain employee happiness and productivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
Indian IT giants cut carbon emissions by 85% as pandemic stops travel
Spurred by pandemic-related challenges, India’s IT industry has slashed travel costs and carbon emissions through the use of the latest technology Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
04 Jun 2021
BT sets out to enhance UK digital infrastructure with next-generation street connectivity
UK telco unveils plans for Street Hub 2.0 units to help local communities stay connected, boost 4G/5G mobile coverage and bring environment monitoring to high streets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
Vodafone-led consortium unveils 5G first multi-supplier RAN intelligent controller implementation
Operator declares success of technical trial investigating how building a cost-effective O-RAN ecosystem can benefit mobile network users Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2021
Orange Business Services taps Ericsson for enterprise IoT security
As billions of internet-of-things devices become connected and intelligent, security becomes more important, as comms tech provider delivers new security offering for CSPs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly