Mobile technology
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News
26 Jul 2024
APAC mobile industry to surpass $1tn by 2030
The APAC region’s mobile industry is expected to exceed $1tn by 2030 due to the rapid adoption of 5G and AI technologies Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2024
Singtel, SK Telecom gear up for 6G future
Both telcos will work together to develop advanced network slicing, telco APIs and edge AI infrastructure, among other capabilities, to pave way for 6G deployments Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2022
Nokia claims to prove case for 1Tbs per channel with Rakuten Mobile, develops Etisalat private 5G
Comms tech provider claims to have proved case for 1 Terabit per channel transmission in live network with Japanese operator while it works with mobile division of e& to launch 5G private wireless networks and support enterprise digital transformation Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2022
Digital Catapult suggests way forward for widespread 5G adoption at live events
Report from partner in UK government’s 5G testbed scheme explores potential of 5G Broadcast to transform spectator experience at live events such as football and motor racing Continue Reading
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Blog Post
31 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Contentstack: Making a conscious compromise
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
30 Mar 2022
HomeGrid Forum certifies first G.hn embedded module for industrial IoT
More support for industrial internet of things from industry alliance to promote recognised gigabit home networking technology, boosting device performance and resilience in industrial networks Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Mar 2022
Boots accelerates its digital accessibility journey
Boots is working with website accessibility software provider Recite Me to make its website more user-friendly and improve the customer experience Continue Reading
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Blog Post
30 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Copado: Building a new line of logic
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Webex aims to reimagine hybrid work experiences
After one of the biggest shifts of how we work in decades, collaboration technology firm adds functionality innovations to help organisations personalise the hybrid work experience for employees and customers Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Chunghwa Telecom taps Nokia tech for energy-efficient 5G network upgrade
New deal with Taiwanese operator claimed to see Nokia deploy solutions that unlock the full business potential of 5G enabled by its AirScale portfolio, and support a lower-carbon footprint Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Virgin Media O2 teams with VMware to complete UK and EU 5G roll-out
UK operator enlists virtual machine technology provider as it sees virtualising and modernising network essential to retaining market share across the UK and EU as it rolls out next-generation mobile services Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Daylight Automation: The role of structured data & governance
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Revenues tumble but Huawei builds up profitability in 2021
Chinese comms tech provider feels the strain from tech bans and Covid, but returns solid operations and looks for future investments as it releases annual report Continue Reading
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News
28 Mar 2022
SES taps Thales to extend connectivity across Europe, Africa and Asia
What operator describes as ‘innovative, flexible’ software-defined geostationary satellite to replace NSS-12 at 57 degrees East to deliver service to hundreds of millions at the crossroads of three continents Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2022
NHS health and social care staff offered training on healthcare apps
Health service staff have free access to training courses to help them understand which digital healthcare apps and websites are best for their patients Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
Vodafone heads consortium to develop use cases for world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed
Smart Sound Connect Marine 5G mobile private network to be the world’s first 5G marine-focused testbed, cementing UK city of Plymouth’s position at the forefront of marine and maritime innovation Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
Trainline readies for fresh challenges from launch of Great British Railways
The travel industry is recovering from pandemic restrictions, and now the UK train sector faces a shake-up from a new state-run rail operator – all of which mean challenges for the popular ticketing app Trainline Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Iterate.ai: Three core low-code know-hows
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2022
Soracom teams with Orange Wholesale to grow global IoT connectivity services
Connectivity provider introduces service designed to make it fast and cost-efficient to deploy IoT products globally. Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2022
Digital continues to deplete bank branch networks as Lloyds cuts 60 more
Lloyds Banking Group has stripped UK high streets of a further 60 branches as the take-up of digital banking continues Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
SES accelerates C-band spectrum for Verizon, set to acquire Leonardo DRS global satcom business
Satellite operator to earn additional $170m from leading US telco through accelerated clearing, while strategic acquisition is said to let firm deliver broader suite of satcom services to US government customers Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
OneWeb resumes satellite launches with SpaceX, inks Eutelsat distribution and Telstra teleport deals
Satellite broadband provider to resume its launch programme with Elon Musk company, signs multi-year agreement with shareholding fellow satellite provider and announces partnership with Australian telco Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
UK government sets up body to make UK ‘world-leading’ centre for telecoms innovation
UK Telecoms Innovation Network to ‘unleash innovation’ in broadband and mobile network companies, guiding firms seeking R&D funding or collaboration on Open RAN and other disruptive technologies Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
Competition watchdog contacts Barclays and Lloyds banks over API failures
Barclays and Lloyds banks have failed to meet some of the open banking rules, says competition watchdog Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2022
Hispasat gets in higher orbit with agreement to acquire AXESS Networks
Spain-based satellite operator aims to position itself as a leader in the market of satellite solutions for telecommunications operators, corporate networks and public administrations in Latin America Continue Reading
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Blog Post
22 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Netguru: The big 'but' factor
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2022
Schneider Electric, NTT team to trial private wireless network in IoT environments
Combined capabilities from global technology services firm and energy management and automation tech provider aim to enable a secure and on-premise end-to-end digital platform that supports different industries with the benefits of private 5G Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2022
Wellness essential as hybrid work to see total redesign of the office
Almost one-fifth of companies are asking employees to return to the office full-time, as new workspaces with quiet zones, Zoom pods and wellness areas are seen as key to retaining and attracting talent Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2022
Mavenir makes business communications software pivot
Network software provider transitions from radio access network software solutions towards offering SaaS portfolio of business communications for CSPs, channels and systems integrators Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Great State: The CX normalisation factor
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2022
Numbers add up for Three UK in 2021
Mobile operator delivers strongest consumer contract customer additions since 2012 and a 10% increase in EBITDA, with incremental growth in mobile virtual network operator business line, home broadband and business-to-business operations Continue Reading
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News
18 Mar 2022
Real Madrid selects Cisco for team to claim Europe’s most connected stadium
Upgraded Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to showcase one of the world’s largest deployments of Wi-Fi 6 technology for more immersive fan experience applications, as well as more bandwidth and higher reliability Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Mar 2022
RedMagic 7 smartphone
As the line between PCs and smartphones continues to blur, we’re likely to see more and more features that we would normally expect to feature on a laptop (or a desktop, even) being incorporated ... Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Mar 2022
Private 5G deployments to advance in 2022
As commercial private 5G deployments begin to advance in 2022, private cellular networks will become a reality for many organizations in the U.S. and around the world. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2022
Verizon Business enriches mobile endpoint for Microsoft Teams
Business solutions provider becomes one of the first operators to join forces with IT giant to enable enterprise customers to experience the full power of communications and collaboration system Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2022
Connectivity partnership sees Tata Communications get in gear with Formula 1
Global communications firm charged with delivering a managed end-to-end network that will transform the F1 fan immersive video experience in more than 180 countries Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2022
Value of contactless transactions doubles in two years
Almost £166bn was spent in the UK last year using contactless technology, compared with £80.5bn in 2019 Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series – Professor Adrian Cheok: An aye-eye on low-code AI
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
UK government warned of ‘slow progress’ on infrastructure plans
Annual report from UK’s official independent infrastructure adviser warns that progress on gigabit roll-out may be at risk, and sets out infrastructure priorities for 2022 Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
Two men convicted after using EncroChat cryptophones to plot killing
Evidence from the encrypted phone network EncroChat led to the conviction of two men for conspiracy to murder Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
No end to UK bank branch closures as HSBC shuts 69 more
HSBC closes another 69 branches as customers continue to migrate to digital channels Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
Blu Wireless unveils ‘landmark’ 5G mmWave testbed in France
5G mmWave wireless systems provider opens testbed to drive mobility, 5G backhaul and security applications Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
ROC Mondriaan offers Apple skills in Dutch schools
Dutch school teaches the IT skills that users want but are not available in traditional courses, which is why it has developed a course focused on Apple technology Continue Reading
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News
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
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News
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
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News
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
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Definition
15 Mar 2022
location-based service (LBS)
A location-based service (LBS) is a software service for mobile device applications that requires knowledge about where the mobile device is geographically located. Continue Reading
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News
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
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News
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
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Opinion
14 Mar 2022
Encryption myths versus realities of Online Safety Bill
The UK government can’t legislate the impossible – a safer society depends on encryption, not breaking it Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2022
Majority of UK adults support legal right to disconnect
The introduction of ‘right to disconnect’ legislation to stop employees having to engage in work-related electronic communications outside their normal hours remains popular in the UK Continue Reading
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News
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
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News
11 Mar 2022
Police EncroChat cryptophone hacking implant did not work properly and frequently failed
Surveillance operation against EncroChat encrypted phone network had repeated technical failures Continue Reading
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News
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
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News
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
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News
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
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News
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
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Blog Post
10 Mar 2022
The low & no-code series – Appian: The science of compliance
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2022
Open banking’s next big thing could replace direct debits
Variable recurring payments could fuel the next stage of open banking take-up in the UK Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 Mar 2022
CW Europe: Luxembourg sees big role in global fintech market
Read about Luxembourg’s aim to play a larger role in the rapidly growing global financial technology market. Also find out how a Siri-like digital assistant will automate the completion of government service requests in Estonia, and how drones can get life-saving equipment to heart attack victims in Sweden before emergency services can arrive on the scene. Continue Reading
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News
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
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Blog Post
09 Mar 2022
The low & no-code series – OutSystems: Inner infrastructure constructs
The Computer Weekly Developer Network gets high-brow on low-code and no-code (LC/NC) technologies in an analysis series designed to uncover some of the nuances and particularities of this approach ... Continue Reading
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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
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News
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
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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
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News
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
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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
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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
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News
03 Mar 2022
Use of encrypted Telegram platform soars in Ukraine, Russia
Encrypted messaging service Telegram is proving a valuable asset to both sides in Russia’s war on Ukraine Continue Reading
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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
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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
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Feature
02 Mar 2022
Ship from store: A pandemic retail trend that’s here to stay?
Shipping online orders from bricks and mortar stores looks set to be a pandemic trend that will stick around to form part of retail’s new normal Continue Reading
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Blog Post
02 Mar 2022
The low-no-code series - Exposition: What we need to know
It is here, low-code no-code (LC/NC) has become part of our developer toolset and our global software application development fabric. Low-code, of course, doesn’t mean no-code, it is an approach ... Continue Reading
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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
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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
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News
01 Mar 2022
Nationwide suffers payday payments outage
Nationwide customers were left unable to pay bills on payday as the building society suffered a software outage Continue Reading
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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
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News
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
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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
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News
24 Feb 2022
Workers demand universal high-performance broadband to succeed with hybrid work
Cisco Broadband Index finds just more than two-fifths of UK workers now rely on their home internet to work from home or run their own business, but almost three-quarters think broadband services need to dramatically improve to enable them to work from anywhere Continue Reading
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News
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
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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
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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
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News
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
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Definition
22 Feb 2022
Short Message Service (SMS)
SMS (Short Message Service), commonly referred to as 'text messaging,' is a service for sending short messages of up to 160 characters (224 character limit if using a 5-bit mode) to mobile devices, including cellular phones, smartphones and tablets. Continue Reading
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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
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News
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
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Definition
22 Feb 2022
smartwatch
A smartwatch is a wearable computing device that closely resembles a wristwatch or other time-keeping device. Continue Reading
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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News
21 Feb 2022
Open banking surpasses five million UK customers
Upwards of five million people in the UK are using open banking services as the financial sector’s fintech revolution gathers pace Continue Reading
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Blog Post
21 Feb 2022
You say aroma, I say agora
Whether you’re an early adopter, a latecomer to the party, or a no-comer, you’ll surely be familiar with the grid of green, yellow and black squares popping up all over social media associated with ... Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2022
Amazon and Visa resolve UK credit card ban threat
Companies reach ‘broad, global agreement that includes the acceptance of Visa at all Amazon stores and sites’ Continue Reading
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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
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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
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Blog Post
20 Feb 2022
The API traffic cop: UP9 payload pacifier & protocol unpacker
What’s one louder than 7-Up? It’s 8-Up, obviously… but that doesn’t work as a brand name because it sounds like ‘ate up’, so why not go two-louder? It’s almost certain that this was not the brand ... Continue Reading
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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
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News
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
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News
18 Feb 2022
January 2022 saw low growth in online sales
Slow start to the year with minimal growth for online sales as pandemic drop-off has more people heading back to the highstreet Continue Reading