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07 Feb 2025
Vietnam Air Traffic Management modernises comms for improved safety
Southeast Asian country’s national aviation body to deploy multi-service network offering to upgrade its legacy network systems, and enhance the performance and flexibility of its air traffic network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
07 Feb 2025
5G vs. 4G: Learn the key differences between them
5G and 4G network architectures have some significant differences. See how the two technologies differ and what the new capabilities mean for business communications. Continue Reading
By- Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor
- Deanna Darah, Site Editor
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15 Mar 2022
Telefónica, Pente partner to simplify 5G edge transformation for enterprises
Israeli enterprise LTE/5G services provider teams with incumbent Spanish telco on project aiming to “democratise” the delivery of advanced industry transformation through a managed edge-based 5G cloud service Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Nokia, Antofagasta Minerals dig deep for private 5G wireless network
Deployment of private 5G technology in mining use case in Chile brings high-capacity and low-latency connectivity for sensors and vehicles supporting operations, including an autonomous fleet of trucks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Vodafone unveils UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice
Leading UK operator teams with Ericsson to create the UK’s first on-demand 5G network slice, with trial showing how businesses can deploy dedicated on-demand and secure end-to-end connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Fibre, 5G form future for AT&T
Leading US comms provider reveals near-term growth strategy following pending close of WarnerMedia transaction Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Mar 2022
Alibaba Cloud debuts cloud computer in Singapore
The Chinese cloud supplier unveils cloud computer powered by Alibaba’s Elastic Desktop Service for the first time outside China Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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11 Mar 2022
O2 Telefónica, Mavenir team to develop 5G core
‘Vital’ part of network simplification journey will enable transition to the adoption of virtualised network functions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
Telefónica Vivo launches 5G-ready IP transport network across Brazil
Brazilian operator teams with Cisco and NEC to deploy a flexible and scalable 5G-ready IP transport network for its converged mobile and fixed networks as it prepares to launch a next-generation communications network infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
DOCOMO adopts Beyond Now digital business platform for SME marketplace
Ecosystem orchestration company’s digital business platform will support Japanese operator’s goal to onboard hundreds of partners into its marketplace for small and mid-sized enterprises Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
M2MC claims a first for IoT messages delivery
Comms management firm’s acknowledgement feature will form part of a ‘unique’ integration platform, aiming to increase significantly the reliability of low-energy networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Mar 2022
AST SpaceMobile enlists SpaceX to deliver on space comms mission
Aiming to bridge the digital divide through in-orbit technology, space-based cellular broadband network provider teams with Elon Musk-owned firm to deliver direct-to-phone connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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09 Mar 2022
Liverpool 5G Create showcases levelling-up in public health
Liverpool 5G Create claims to demonstrate real investment in people’s futures, and the chance to digitally level up health, education and economic opportunities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Mar 2022
iPhone SE set to fuel global 5G device expansion
New mid-range 5G device in flagship range projected to spur adoption of next-generation network services in developed and emerging markets alike Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
EE deploys small cell technology to boost UK mobile quality
BT-owned UK mobile network teams with Nokia to deploy small cell technology and improve 4G coverage in busiest areas of UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Mar 2022
Orange Spain announces merger plans with MásMóvíl
Leading telco aims to enhance its Spanish reach in joint venture, but fears emerge of anti-trust uncertainty in bid to consolidate Spanish telecoms market, leading to potential 18-month delay in completion Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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08 Mar 2022
UK government forges closer links with Japan, proposes laws to accelerate mobile
Agreement with Japan aims for closer cooperation to solve global telecoms supply chain issues, including support for R&D collaboration on future tech such as Open RAN and 6G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Guest Post
07 Mar 2022
Demand for effective telecom service assurance to increase
As the markets for 5G, IoT and other emerging technologies continue to grow, the service assurance market that ensures the quality of these services will also increase. Continue Reading
By- Akshay Kedari
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News
07 Mar 2022
Ukrainian engineers fight to keep internet online
IT professionals in Ukraine are working tirelessly and at great risk to keep the country connected to the internet during the Russian invasion Continue Reading
By- Mark Ballard
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News
02 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: AT&T looks to the cloud to gain edge in 5G
Leading US network provider reaches out to communications industry ecosystem to strengthen next-generation infrastructure offer, encompassing edge and private networking, cloud and 5G massive MIMO technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Mar 2022
Orange to phase out 2G and 3G by the end of the decade
Orange becomes latest mobile network operator to use spectrum for 4G, 5G and other future services, making transition in what it says will be a seamless and balanced two-step approach, with one technology to be switched off by 2025 and the other by 2030 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: Huawei unveils innovation for 5Gigaverse, IntelligentRAN architecture
Chinese tech provider reveals a range of 5G transmission equipment, promising innovation in Massive MIMO and frequency division duplex ultra-wideband multi-antennas, offering improvements in network performance and energy efficiency Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: Telefónica boosts cloud cover with AWS, Microsoft
Hot on the heels of the operator inking a cloud sourcing deal with arch rival AWS, leading Spain-based telco Telefónica has signed a deal with Microsoft to expand their global collaboration Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Feb 2022
Cradlepoint offers pathway for simplified LTE, 5G wireless WAN deployments
Cloud LTE and 5G wireless network edge services provider unveils business-grade wireless WANs, with management capabilities that are claimed to exceed entry-level cellular offerings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Feb 2022
Mavenir expands Open RAN ecosystem
Network software provider ups its ante in the field of open radio access networks, with a new suite of O-RAN-compliant radios for deployments ranging from macro, mmWave and mMIMO Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Feb 2022
Mid-band 5G forecast to deliver $610bn GDP growth by 2030
Study shows 5G mid-band spectrum will play a key role in meeting demand for enhanced mobile broadband and fixed wireless access, but to satisfy demand for 5G services by 2030, government action is crucial Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Feb 2022
Nokia launches Intelligent RAN Operations to manage 5G with machine learning
Solution goes beyond automation with machine learning to help mobile operators keep costs down with superior 5G network management, and reduces base station energy consumption by up to 15%, says Nokia Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2022
5G device sales forecast to hit 46.5 million by 2026
With the rise of always-on 5G portable devices, an explosion of edge AI adoption, the proliferation of smart manufacturing platforms and the emergence of the metaverse, industry is set for a sharp rise in mmWave smartphone sales Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2022
Cohere Technologies raises $46m Series D round as it evolves spectrum software
Open RAN spectrum multiplier software provider announces funding round led by new strategic investments and existing investors Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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23 Feb 2022
Mobile device trade-ins and upgrades return more than $3bn in 2021
Quarterly research shows that as 5G devices proliferate around the US, device trade-in programmes return more than a billion dollars to US consumers in the fourth quarter of 2021 alone Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2022
Dell makes push to simplify and accelerate modern, open telco deployments
IT giant announces validated designs for telecommunications edge and core to offer more choice and speed for network modernisation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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22 Feb 2022
KDDI further extends 5G Open RAN network with Wind River virtualised base station
Japanese operator advances base stations within next-generation infrastructure, delivering open radio network access in commercial deployment Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2022
Singtel’s Paragon platform to ease edge computing deployments
Singtel’s new software platform is touted to make it easier for enterprises to deploy edge computing applications on its multi-access edge computing platform Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
22 Feb 2022
Deutsche Telekom, Ericsson claim 5G network slicing breakthrough
Partnership sees 5G slicing in combination with SD-WAN and local traffic breakout, enabling flexible connectivity establishment and control Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Feb 2022
BMW Group gears up with G+D Technology eSIM for connected cars
International tech group extends partnership with car giant in the area of eSIM to create the basic requirement for a new kind of individually networked mobility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Feb 2022
Samsung, KDDI claim world’s first 5G SA O-RAN site powered by vRAN
Japanese and Korean partners accelerate deployment of standalone 5G sites by simplifying and automating process of building out network infrastructure using virtualised RAN technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
21 Feb 2022
Storage and 5G: Big impacts likely as wide-area topologies evolve
Enterprise 5G will boost the need for storage generally. It will also push capacity needs closer to the edge and create new locations for processing and storage Continue Reading
By- Antony Adshead, Storage Editor
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News
21 Feb 2022
New consultation on legal direction to restrict use of Huawei in UK telecoms networks
UK government is consulting on its proposed legal instruments to mandate the removal of all Huawei equipment from 5G networks by the end of 2027 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Feb 2022
Telstra and TPG Telecom strike network sharing deal
Australia’s Telstra and TPG Telecom have joined forces to share their mobile networks and spectrum in a landmark deal that will expand coverage for both telcos Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
18 Feb 2022
Nokia, Kyndryl create global private network and edge computing alliance
Comms technology provider and IT infrastructure services company form partnership to focus on flexible, reliable and secure LTE and 5G private wireless connectivity services for enterprise customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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18 Feb 2022
Energy efficiency takes centre stage in new Ericsson 5G portfolio
Pre-MWC briefing sees Swedish comms tech leader introduce new radio access network technology led by the flagship dual-band antenna, said to consume 25% less power than current product Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
18 Feb 2022
CW APAC: Trend Watch - enterprise 5G
Businesses are increasingly embracing the positive effects of 5G. In this handbook, focused on enterprise 5G in the Asia-Pacific region, Computer Weekly looks at what the technology means for Australian enterprises, how Singapore is deploying 5G trials, why an Indian telco has turned to OpenStack and what AWS looks set to achieve through its launch of AWS Private 5G. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
17 Feb 2022
UK enterprises prioritise real-world 5G benefits over sophisticated use cases
Study finds more than half of enterprises plan to invest in 5G within three years and many are drawn to private networks, but confidence around implementation appears to stall Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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17 Feb 2022
Wyld Networks and Agrology team to enable satellite IoT in agriculture
Predictive agricultural technology provider to integrate satellite-based internet of things connectivity into core platform for global, 24/7 data collection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Feb 2022
EU accelerates space connectivity programme
European Commission puts forward a plan for an EU space-based secure communication system designed to ensure long-term availability of worldwide uninterrupted access to secure and cost-effective satellite connectivity services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Feb 2022
Juniper Networks begins Open RAN use case trial with Vodafone and Parallel Wireless
Leading operator, cloud-native Open RAN company and AI-driven networks provider team on software-driven architecture project to showcase route to enhanced mobile business opportunities and critical user experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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16 Feb 2022
Hitachi Energy brings 5G connectivity to mission-critical ops
Power tech firm brings 5G connectivity to mission-critical industrial and utility operations, deploying routers to enable a hybrid wireless network described as fast, secure and reliable Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Feb 2022
Virgin Media O2 accelerates Londoners’ 5G coverage
Recently merged operator’s 5G coverage in UK metropolitan area extends to over two-thirds of population coverage and company commits to reaching half of the UK’s population in 2023 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2022
Global investor community flocks to 5G
5G is now a reality, but how to make money from it remains a question. Research unearths insights that could offer direction on the specific industries in which to make returns on investment in next-generation networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2022
Stadium trial is latest success in 5G Vista project
Multi-supplier project to explore valuable commercial opportunities of 5G technologies announces successful trial at a live football match Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Feb 2022
New world of work sees emergence of hybrid holiday
Research from Virgin Media O2 suggests 2022 will be the year when working from anywhere becomes a reality for businesses across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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15 Feb 2022
Vodafone UK to deploy Oracle tech to support 5G standalone network core
Leading UK operator taps IT giant for cloud-native network policy solution to help accelerate new 5G services and get 5G offerings into the hands of customers more quickly Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2022
NatWest group shutters 32 more branches as digital shift continues
Banking group announces more branch closures as part of its digital transformation, but promises that no customers will be left behind Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
14 Feb 2022
Jio and SES forge joint venture for satellite-based broadband services across India
Joint venture between satellite operator SES and Indian mobile network operator Jio aims to extend network reach and resiliency by using satellites in geostationary and medium Earth orbits, including O3b mPOWER Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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14 Feb 2022
Mavenir intros intelligent IoT platform for smarter analytics
New internet-of-things technology is designed to converge hardware stacks and common software frameworks to produce optimised insights for enterprise users in real-world IoT initiatives Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Feb 2022
Operator 5G engagements increase by more than 50% in 2021
Research from mobile test and assurance services provider shows that standalone core, network cloudification and operational agility drive accelerating 5G roll-outs, with service assurance rapidly gathering pace Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Feb 2022
Infovista introduces solution to deploy and scale 5G networks with maximum ROI
Network lifecycle automation firm launches AI/ML-based network planning, optimisation and modelling solution aiming to deliver 5G mobile network with the highest revenue potential Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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10 Feb 2022
Samsung, Amdocs collaborate for private 5G at Howard University
Comms tech and software providers partner to deploy Citizens Broadband Radio Service private 5G network across Howard University’s campus in Washington DC Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Feb 2022
Call for easier consolidation as Ofcom investigates UK mobile market shake-up
UK communications regulator sets out initial thinking on how the UK mobile market might develop and how networks might need to evolve to meet future demand Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2022
New plans to slash red tape from 5G roll-out and improve mobile phone connectivity
Government announces eight pilots to simplify local authority processes to speed up 4G and 5G deployment, allowing telecoms firms to get easier access to public buildings and street lights, bus shelters and traffic lights Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2022
NTT teams with ServiceNow to help enterprises realise benefits of private 5G
Combined capabilities from global technology services provider and cloud computing platform to enable an AI-powered, end-to-end workflow management and service automation platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2022
Ferrari accelerates digital transformation with Qualcomm strategic technology collaboration
Leading mobile processor firm inks deal to be systems solutions provider for legendary motor marque in strategic technology collaboration aimed at helping to boost the manufacturer’s digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2022
5G networks increase content consumption
Study reveals a near-$20bn spike in carrier billing spend over the next two years, driven by the growth in 5G-based mobile gaming and video subscriptions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Feb 2022
BT announces managing director of Incubation for Digital unit
Innovation leader announced for digital unit as it aims to build a customer-centric digital organisation to bring products and services to customers and create new opportunities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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07 Feb 2022
LATAM Airlines taps Intelsat to support in-flight connectivity on new Airbus fleet
Aircraft’s satellite-based communications claimed to offer the best connectivity experience across Latin America Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Feb 2022
6G to have ripple effects on business and society ‘barely imaginable’ today
Research study outlines key attributes of the vision of 6G communications, including its foundational and enabling technologies, and the potential it will deliver to industries and economies alike Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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07 Feb 2022
WM5G expands 5G remit to address challenges in urban settings
Growing 5G hothouse in UK’s industrial heartland announces new education events designed to explore the possibilities and opportunities that next-generation infrastructures can bring to urban settings Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2022
Vodafone Business teams with RingCentral to deliver cloud communications
New cloud-based comms platform set to enable UK operator’s mobility and 5G capabilities to give customers more choice, flexibility and simplicity in workforce collaboration and remote working Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2022
Cisco pitches into private 5G, reveals hybrid work technology slate
Comms and collaboration technology services giant introduces new technologies to help businesses rapidly scale networks and digitise operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2022
Users set to skip Wi-Fi 6E as campus switch market grows more quickly than expected
Potential tough times ahead for Wi-Fi 6E, but digital transformation initiatives have been accelerated by the pandemic, spurring new network requirements and putting pressure on IT managers to upgrade their networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Feb 2022
Verizon takes 5G Ultra Wideband to support research at Caltech and Penn State
US operator rolls out 5G to support innovation and research at Pennsylvania State University and mobile edge computing at the Caltech Centre for Autonomous Systems and Technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2022
6GHz Wi-Fi spectrum critical to enable Australian technology innovation
Global spectrum organisation calls on Australia to set aside the full 1200MHz of available 6GHz spectrum for Wi-Fi applications under the country’s communications and media authority licensing framework Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2022
CommScope and Parallel push Open RAN
Further acceleration in the field of open radio access networks as comms tech provider CommScope collaborates with Meta Connectivity to promote standard designs and interoperability testing across Open RAN ecosystem, while O-RAN-compliant software platform Parallel Wireless broadens partner roster Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2022
UAE chooses Accenture to develop national payments platform
Consortium led by Accenture to build new payments infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
03 Feb 2022
IoT surges as Vodafone claims solid third quarter
Mixed bag of growth in key European markets but global operator claims steady progress in third quarter of financial year, with IoT showing demand in flagship arena Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2022
French Supreme Court raises constitutional questions over EncroChat hacking secrecy
Conseil Constitutionnel to decide whether ‘defence secrecy’ over state EncroChat cryptophone hacking breaches French constitution Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Feb 2022
Samsung and Amdocs collaborate on 4G and 5G private network solutions
Communications software and services provider teams with leading comms tech provider to deliver end-to-end 4G and 5G private network solutions, speeding and simplifying the deployment of 5G-ready CBRS solutions to industries such as education, utilities, manufacturing, logistics, transportation and retail. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
02 Feb 2022
What's the status of AI in networking?
The use cases for AI are expanding, but despite the advantages, network pros have yet to implement AI fully. Three analysts explain the status of AI in enterprise networks. Continue Reading
By- Deanna Darah, Site Editor
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News
01 Feb 2022
Orange Spain claims largest 5G network deployment on 700 MHz band
Global telco announces what it says is the largest 5G network deployment plan on the 700 MHz frequency band in Spain Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Jan 2022
NEC acquires Blue Danube Systems
Open RAN comms technology proponent and provider swoops for mobile network tech supplier to enhance its 5G product portfolio and customer support capability Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Jan 2022
Huawei retains 5G RAN leadership
As 5G flourishes across Asia-Pacific, analyst finds Chinese telecoms equipment and services giant is defying bans on its technology to claim leadership in 5G radio access networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Jan 2022
Nokia, China Mobile and MediaTek claim 5G standalone speed record
Shanghai trial claimed to achieve new 5G standalone speed record of almost 3Gbps in downlink throughput Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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31 Jan 2022
Google inks $1bn deal with Bharti Airtel
The wide-ranging deal covers Google’s equity investment in Airtel, as well as efforts to spur cloud adoption and lower barriers to smartphone ownership Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
28 Jan 2022
Manchester United signs Extreme Networks to modernise in-stadium connectivity experience
Football club sets out to transform the fan experience and increase its capability to deliver low-latency and secure digital services via fast and reliable Wi-Fi connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jan 2022
Verizon Business and Atos team on predictive analytics 5G edge solution
Business communications services and products provider announces partnership with digital transformation firm to power predictive analytics solutions with private 5G multi-access edge computing for businesses, in particular those working in transport, industrials, logistics and manufacturing Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2022
UK spectrum sharing should be a spectrum policy priority, says UK SPF
UK Spectrum Policy Forum and Ofcom makes call for mobile spectrum sharing to be a policy priority as demand is expected to increase in the coming years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jan 2022
DCMS taps Arqit for 5G project to provide Open RAN security by default
Quantum platform-as-a-service provider joins government’s programme to drive diversity in comms technology supply with the aim of integrating a novel quantum encryption service to enable security by default Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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27 Jan 2022
Orange Belgium, La Grand Poste create 5G Lab in Liège
After opening next-generation mobile laboratory in Antwerp, inviting companies to discover, test and develop innovative use cases on standalone network technology, telco signs up Wallonia tech hub as customer Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2022
MPs to debate landmark IoT security law
Proposed bill mandates tighter protections for connected products, and adds new rules for broadband roll-out into the bargain Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
26 Jan 2022
BT and Nokia trial Open RAN in UK
Partners will develop and deploy test of open radio access network system to enhance mobile broadband experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Jan 2022
Vodafone UK to begin 3G switch-off in 2023
UK mobile operator gives notice that it will begin to retire its legacy network in a year’s time, with 4G and 5G networks to get coverage and speed boost from repurposing of 3G spectrum Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Jan 2022
More evidence needed to establish 5G’s green credentials
Research paper from UK university cautions that received wisdom of sustainability associated with next-generation mobile technology is not currently backed up by a strong, publicly available, fully transparent evidence base Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Jan 2022
AgriFood Connect taps Telstra for industry-first Ericsson private 5G enterprise deployment
Australia-based global operator and comms tech provider extend long-standing business relationship with first deployment of dedicated next-generation 5G network at agriculture and manufacturing firm Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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25 Jan 2022
Open RAN on track to comprise 15% of radio access networks by 2026
Research from leading analyst and software-based networking technology provider Dell’Oro Group reveals growing progress in Open RAN arena with further acceleration over the next five years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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24 Jan 2022
Shanghai rated world’s number-one smart city for 2022
What is described as a world-leading citizen data platform propels China’s technical heart as the leading connected conurbation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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20 Jan 2022
Police Digital Service offers £50m contract for Tetra products and services
Delivery vehicle for the UK’s National Policing Digital Strategy announces major procurement contract for comms services and technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Jan 2022
LTE still has legs with permanent roaming IoT connections to reach 825 million by 2026
Study from Kaleido Intelligence reveals significant demand for monitoring and telemetry-based internet of things applications to drive 27% CAGR in permanent roaming IoT connections Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2022
Verizon, AWS take mobile edge to 30% more US metro area locations
Communications and cloud giants extend reach of mobile edge computing footprint in the US and announce deployment for drone and energy management applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jan 2022
Investigators find Beijing 2022 app riddled with security flaws
Security flaws in Olympic app may put personal health data at risk of compromise in a man-in-the-middle attack Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
19 Jan 2022
Vodafone switches on first UK 5G Open RAN site
Vodafone teams with Samsung Networks Europe to switch on the UK’s first Open RAN site to carry live 5G traffic, marking a milestone in the commercial deployment of Open RAN network architectures in Europe, with more than 2,500 additional sites to follow Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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19 Jan 2022
Arizona State University taps Verizon for 5G Innovation Hub
Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband and mobile edge compute services enable researchers to develop and test real-world solutions to enhance immersive education, remote learning, virtual reality and data analytics Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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17 Jan 2022
International Space Station gets connected on SpaceDataHighway
SpaceDataHighway deploys space laser communications to increase the operational flexibility of ISS, allowing more astronauts, scientists and researchers to benefit from a direct link with Europe Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly