Network hardware
Network hardware products such as routers, switches, hubs, appliances and gateways form the vital infrastructure for successful enterprise IT. We look at the latest trends in technologies in building LANs, WANS and Ethernet networking.
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News
21 Aug 2025
Moscow exploiting seven-year-old Cisco flaw, says FBI
US authorities warn of an uptick in state-sponsored exploitation of a seven-year-old vulnerability in Cisco's operating system software. Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Aug 2025
‘Historic’ shift in broadband usage heralds expansion phase
Latest edition of report into broadband finds data consumption growth in second quarter is overcoming traditional seasonal declines to mark milestone Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
05 Sep 2025
A network cable management guide
When organizing cable clutter, network engineers should follow best practices, such as labeling, using cable ties and maintaining proper documentation, while avoiding trip hazards. Continue Reading
By- John Burke, Nemertes Research
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News
05 Sep 2025
Neos Networks to deliver live broadcast connectivity for Premier League
Provider of global connectivity services for broadcast and events taps dedicated B2B network provider to ensure high-quality delivery of Premier League football Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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04 Sep 2025
Some 87% of enterprises see private wireless, edge ROI in a year
Research reveals surge of ROI and AI-enabled use cases with on-premise edge and private wireless sectors blossoming with many industrial enterprises deploying edge with AI-driven applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Sep 2025
Initiative to address escalating US broadband infrastructure attacks
US trade body for broadband telecoms and technology joins with Internet and Television Association to co-lead executive forum to elevate national response against threat to business Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Sep 2025
CityFibre appoints Simon Holden as CEO
UK independent broadband provider sees new role for senior executive credited with being the driving force of its current status as ‘leading digital infrastructure challenger’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Sep 2025
Netomnia completes £300m junior debt raise with additional £140m
Funding facility designed to strengthen wholesale fibre operator’s claimed position as the UK’s fastest-growing altnet, supporting path to profitability in 2025 and to its target of five million premises by 2027 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Sep 2025
DE-CIX India adds Starlink to interconnection ecosystem
Global internet exchange operator becomes first of its kind in sub-continent to integrate satellite provider’s low-earth orbit technology to bring high-speed internet access to remote areas Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Aug 2025
HPE ups ante in self-driving net ops with enhanced Mist agentic AI
Merged company simplifies IT operations portfolio with aim of elevating user experiences with more autonomous actions delivered via agentic workflows and expanded digital experience twinning Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Aug 2025
Cable plant spending to grow steadily, Open RAN stabilising
Analyst optimistic on tech spend on both wired and wireless comms with 2026–2028 to be peak years for spending, as operators prepare their networks for Docsis 4.0 and Open RAN showing signs of growth at last Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Aug 2025
DFA, Ciena fibre test reveals capacity record
Planned deployment of optical connectivity technology designed to future-proof South African wholesale network and drive economic growth across country Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Aug 2025
Community Fibre inks strategic wholesale agreement with VodafoneThree
London-based altnet to connect customers of leading UK comms operator to more than 1.3 million homes in metropolitan region as part of strategic wholesale agreement Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Aug 2025
Enterprises believe networking will make or break AI adoption
Research reveals more than 40% of enterprises in advanced stages of GenAI adoption plan to integrate artificial intelligence into 20-30 applications, further raising the stakes for modernised networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Aug 2025
Community Fibre, Hey!Broadband claim major growth milestones
London area-based comms provider expands business to offer an international data roaming eSIM while fellow altnet announces it has surpassed 40,000 customers across southeast England Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Aug 2025
Three new Citrix NetScaler zero-days under active exploitation
Citrix patches three new vulnerabilities in its NetScaler lines warning of active zero-day exploitation by an undisclosed threat actor Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
26 Aug 2025
Qualcomm claims enterprise mobile processor world first
New chip combines integrated RFID with AI and advanced connectivity, enabling edge devices across retail, commercial and industrial sectors to connect, compute and interact in smarter, proximity-aware ways Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Aug 2025
Private mobile network deployments return to growth
Research finds that mobile private network landscape is diversifying, with specialist and smaller players gaining traction Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
26 Aug 2025
Why digital transformation has a physical address
CCS Insight looks at how Sidara, Cisco, Schneider Electric, Ideal and Para have flipped building design to put digital and sustainability first Continue Reading
By- Bola Rotibi
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News
21 Aug 2025
Moscow exploiting seven-year-old Cisco flaw, says FBI
US authorities warn of an uptick in state-sponsored exploitation of a seven-year-old vulnerability in Cisco's operating system software Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Aug 2025
‘Historic’ shift in broadband usage heralds expansion phase
Latest edition of report into broadband finds data consumption growth in second quarter is overcoming traditional seasonal declines to mark milestone Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Aug 2025
Routers key to broadband experience on NBN in Australia
Study of wireline broadband connections across Australian households shows retail service provider-issued gateways outperform bring-your-own alternatives, while fibre-to-the-home is driving demand for higher speed tiers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Aug 2025
UK broadband ISPs see mixed Q2
FTTB/H/P, FTTC, DOCSIS 3.1, DSL, FWA and satellite retail and wholesale connections see slight decrease during Q2 2025 standing at 28.91million, down from 28.92 million in Q1 and 28.98 million for Q2 2024 Continue Reading
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News
20 Aug 2025
Nokia, Netplus deliver advanced IPTV services for enhanced CX
Indian internet service provider deploys the latest 400G routing technology and software-defined access network platform to scale high-speed broadband and IPTV services for Netplus across Punjab and other cities Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Aug 2025
UK chip strategy needs an AI acceleration slant
Analysis for the government shows gaps in Labour’s AI plan of action, but the big opportunity is in optoelectronics Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
19 Aug 2025
Lumen lights up 400GB datacentre connectivity to fuel AI
Network expansion across 16 major US metro markets and more than 70 third-party datacentres designed to support AI-first planning and multi-cloud architectures aimed to ensure high-performance environment for business applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Aug 2025
AI, streaming to deliver ‘network crunch’ by 2030
Research from carrier routing software provider finds that despite significant investment in AI, operators admit they can’t fully optimise networks without access to more real-time data and network modernisation delayed through staff issues Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Aug 2025
UK fibre broadband continues progress
Study reveals continued pace of development of UK broadband market, with the number of fibre-to-the-premises locations rising 15.3% on an annual basis and the country’s leading provider passing fibre tipping point Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Aug 2025
Zen Internet, Sky Business Wholesale ink Ethernet partnership
Strategic partnership to see business customers gain access to Ethernet-enabled exchange footprint Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
14 Aug 2025
Mastering control of sovereign digital resilience
Internet infrastructure resilience has become a national security concern for several countries in recent years. Lithuania’s approach treats routing infrastructure, IP space, DNS and hosting as national and strategic assets Continue Reading
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News
13 Aug 2025
Fuel leak prompts Openreach full-fibre broadband upgrade
UK’s leading broadband provider deploys full-fibre infrastructure to enhance rural England village’s connectivity following leak that diminished comms services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Aug 2025
MX Fiber extends gigabit access across south-east Mexico with optical network
New photonic net in region traditionally underserved by digital infrastructure set to transform connectivity for datacentres, industrial zones and subsea hubs, while laying groundwork for smarter commerce, transportation and public services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
12 Aug 2025
Industry 5.0: Applying the human touch
The second part of our look at how manufacturing and production companies are deploying new technology paradigms for efficiency and productivity gains, and what effect these are having on those employing them Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Aug 2025
F&W Networks, Fusion Fibre team to accelerate gigabit broadband
Strategic partnership designed to reinforce broadband wholesaler’s position as a enabler of digital transformation across the UK and deliver on shared commitment to building a more connected future for homes and businesses in south of England Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Aug 2025
Arqit to join Vodafone network and ecosystem innovation centre
Innovation centre for leading-edge technologies welcomes encryption software service to scale its quantum-safe technology across operator’s ecosystem Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Aug 2025
US comms on verge of tipping point
Research from PwC finds that from fibre roll-outs to 5G breakthroughs, America’s broadband and mobile markets are undergoing major shifts, with cable’s grip slipping, the true 5G era beginning and mobile revenues set to surge Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Aug 2025
Broadcom unveils Jericho4 for distributed AI networking across datacentres
Global semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions provider scales over one million specialised processing unit clusters beyond single facility limits Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Aug 2025
Xantaro joins Jisc Framework for next-gen education connectivity
International service provider for carriers, service providers and enterprises awarded place on education and research sector framework, and will begin key procurement route for digital infrastructure across industry Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Aug 2025
O2 Daisy opens for business
Doors open on joint venture between comms provider and IT services company to offer digital-first connectivity and managed services encompassing cloud-based comms, 5G private networks and IoT Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
31 Jul 2025
ITU, IOWN further collaboration on next-gen photonics network
Collaboration forged between UN agency for digital tech and Innovative Optical and Wireless Network to achieve ‘a more sustainable and smarter world on a global scale’ Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jul 2025
Surge subsea net looks to boost affordable broadband in Indonesia
Subsea network between Indonesia and Singapore deploys high-speed optical transmission technology to enhance regional datacentre interconnectivity while expanding broadband access to over 40 million people Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jul 2025
5G standalone adoption accelerates mobile core network market
Study shows growing uptake of 5G SA takes MCN market growth to 6% CAGR, with AI set to drive next wave Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Jul 2025
Mixed Q2 for VMO2 with broadband dipping as mobile furthers reach
Leading UK operator reveals mixed bag in terms of financial and customer performance at the end of the first half of 2025, with gains in wireless business division offset by headwinds in fixed arena Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Jul 2025
Australian LEO satellite spending to hit A$664m in 2026
Research shows spending will increase by 6.6% from 2025, as applications for IoT, infrastructure backhaul and direct-to-device connectivity push LEO services into the enterprise mainstream Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
28 Jul 2025
Accelerated fibre deployments to take broadband tech spend to $20.1bn by 2028
Analysis shows growing broadband market optimism, reflecting stronger growth outlook to 2029 with increasing homes passed as cable and fibre ISPs ramp up DOCSIS 4.0 and deployment projects Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Jul 2025
Nokia lands connectivity deal for Medusa subsea cable system
Comms tech provider celebrates major win as part of transformative, open-access infrastructure connecting North Africa and Europe with high-capacity fibre links Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jul 2025
Viasat hails ‘revolution’ for global satellite IoT
Satellite communications firm launches its next-generation internet of things connectivity service, which it says is set to revolutionise global IoT capabilities with two-way messaging connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jul 2025
Arelion launches US-Mexico terabit-scale fibre route
Multinational enterprise connectivity provider furthers presence in Mexico with fibre link to support wholesale and enterprise customers with terabit-scale capacities and high-speed connectivity to US technology markets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jul 2025
L4S adoption sees T-Mobile writing ‘next chapter of 5G’
US operator claims first mover advantage through 5G Advanced network offering first steps towards programmable 5G, supporting use cases such as extended reality and remote driving Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
22 Jul 2025
Adding digital transformation firepower to Arsenal FC
Arsenal football club deploys customer experience and engagement systems from digital transformation partner to bring fans closer to the game while blending club traditions with a fresh approach to technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jul 2025
Urban-rural connectivity gap widens in OECD countries
Dataset reveals urban-rural connectivity gap across 60 countries worldwide, highlighting that while access and quality have been improving, divides continue to persist Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jul 2025
Linx, Megaport expand connectivity for London networks
London Internet Exchange announces a strategic partnership with global network-as-a-service provider offering one invoice, one port and one point of contact for engineering support Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jul 2025
Sizewell C deploys VodafoneThree dedicated 5G
UK operator inks strategic agreement as a tier one contractor for currently underway nuclear power station project deploying dedicated 5G masts and fibre installations, ensuring Wi-Fi, LAN and WAN connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jul 2025
Lack of automation hinders UK fibre industry
Study highlights how long-established manual workflows and fragmented processes are delaying time to revenue and compounding operational costs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 Jul 2025
LG adds extra gear to automotive content platform for Kia
Electronics giant’s Automotive Content Platform to power in-car streaming for European models of all-electric SUV, marking an expansion of in-car experience to key region following successful deployments in Korea Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jul 2025
UK mobile, broadband outpace delivery targets
Second year of government department said to be driving the UK’s leading position in science and technology, and makes clear the success of current broadband roll-out plans Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2025
EXA unveils high-capacity fibre route for key Euro business centres
Dedicated digital infrastructure platform provider expands its current reach, deploying new high-capacity 1,200 km fibre connection route from London to Frankfurt, Amsterdam and Brussels. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jul 2025
CityFibre to gain more than £2bn in financing round
CityFibre reveals cash injection to ‘supercharge’ next phase of growth and to boost UK economy through large-scale deployment of 10Gbps XGS-PON network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jul 2025
EU broadband challengers warn of fixed connectivity monopolies
Non-incumbent EU fixed broadband providers raise alarm at proposed legislation, insisting that regulatory certainty is needed to drive investment in connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jul 2025
Oxfordshire County Council completes GigaHubs project
Partnership between business-dedicated network provider and local authority brings to fruition vision of a ‘smart county’ that will see gigabit-capable connectivity deployed at rural public buildings, such as schools, GP surgeries and libraries Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jul 2025
Three-quarters of UK champion continued broadband infrastructure investment
Study from trade association for organisations building and delivering UK’s internet services finds almost half of Brits would sooner give up the gym than lose web access, but also highlights a need for real partnership and bolder action to bridge the digital divide Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jul 2025
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison, Nokia reduce energy demand and support AI comms
Comms tech provider’s autonomous networks portfolio deployed to enable Asian operator to shut idle and unused radio equipment automatically during low network demand periods Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jul 2025
Altnet calls on UK comms regulator to prevent rural broadband stagnation
Northern Ireland broadband supplier calls on Ofcom to cut charges applied by market leader regarding use of communications poles. Meanwhile, leading English altnet is hit by fine for its installed comms apparatus in Birmingham City area Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jul 2025
Dassault Systèmes accelerates virtual twin offer with Ascon Qube acquisition
Leading engineering technology provider acquires core technology to advance its virtual twin strategy for factories, with AI-powered, SaaS-ready tech set to enable software-defined automation at the machine level Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jul 2025
VodafoneThree and Currys ink exclusive multiyear partnership
Newly merged telco seals exclusive multiyear partnership with UK omnichannel retailer of technology products and services to become its sole mobile network operator and expand mobile broadband Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jul 2025
Network failures see third of UK businesses lose £4m a year
Research finds as many as half of UK businesses have been forced to urgently re-evaluate their tech infrastructure following a wave of high-profile IT outages Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
27 Jun 2025
Citrix Bleed 2 under active attack, reports suggest
Days after news emerged of a Citrix NetScaler flaw comparable in its scope and severity to 2023’s infamous Citrix Bleed, there are already clear indicators that threat actors are taking advantage of the critical vulnerability Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
26 Jun 2025
AI competitiveness maxing out US bandwidth
Research finds growing demand to bring compute and data closer to the edge for real-time performance. Hyperscalers and datacentres are securing dense metro networks to support AI inference and regional interconnects Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jun 2025
Latest Citrix vulnerability could be every bit as bad as Citrix Bleed
A Citrix NetScaler flaw that was quietly patched earlier in June is gathering widespread attention after experts noted strong similarities to the Citrix Bleed vulnerability that caused chaos in late 2023 Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
25 Jun 2025
Brightspeed, Calix conclude ‘innovative, seamless’ 50G-PON test
US broadband and telecommunications services provider’s technology advancement centre tests passive optical fibre network capabilities that it says will support rapid, scalable growth today and for years to come Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Jun 2025
Arelion upgrades Scandinavian network to support AI ‘superhighway’
IP backbone and diverse connectivity services provider deploys 1.6Tbps and scalable 400G coherent pluggable optics for network between Oslo, Stockholm and Copenhagen Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Jun 2025
ITS wins dark fibre contract to boost Carmarthenshire connectivity
Latest step in Welsh connectivity programme sees major contract to provide fibre to underpin the expanding needs of digital services in communities that rely on effective, secure and high-capacity infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2025
Nokia launches autonomous network fabric
Nokia’s platform aims to accelerate full network automation in an open, cloud-native, multi-supplier environment including telco-trained models, integrated security, and AI apps for automation workflows Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2025
Inca warns of ‘unjustified’ Openreach prominence in comms review
Trade association for UK’s independent broadband providers urges regulator to ensure forthcoming legislation secures the future of infrastructure investment, fosters regulatory consistency and promotes a fair and competitive landscape Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2025
University of Oulu shows machine vision can replace expert presence
Leading Finnish university and tech hub reveals advances in immersive augmented reality technologies to support remote work and operations and address unique challenges and skill shortages of northern regions Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Jun 2025
Enterprise LAN sector rebounding
After period of volatility, local area network arena shows stabilisation in market dynamics as Wi-Fi standards drive significant adoption of technology from leaders such as Cisco, HPE Aruba, Ubiquiti, Huawei and Juniper Networks Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jun 2025
Nokia private wireless flies at Leonardo as Elisa extends for 5G advanced
Comms tech provider works with global aerospace and defence firm to deliver integrated mission-critical services over private wireless networks for public safety and critical infrastructure, and wins long-term extension with key telco Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Jun 2025
CityFibre triples business Ethernet availability
UK’s largest independent full-fibre platform provider makes Ethernet services available to 180,000 more UK businesses underpinned by nationwide 10Gb XGS-PON upgrade, with investment in a dedicated business ethernet platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jun 2025
Cisco Live 2025: The digital workplace gets closer to ‘distance zero’
Research reveals disconnects between employer expectations and employee preferences around return-to-office policies in the new world of hybrid working, but also finds acceptance and uptake of cutting-edge collaboration tools Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jun 2025
Cisco Live 2025: The network critical for the future of the AI era
Network giant unveils simplification of network operations, delivers exponential performance with next-generation devices and fuses security into the network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jun 2025
Cisco reimagines infrastructure for the AI era
Cisco is betting on an AI-driven, agent-based future for infrastructure management with AI Canvas and a raft of network security capabilities at its Cisco Live 2025 conference Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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Feature
09 Jun 2025
Are we normalising surveillance in schools?
Children and teenagers are subjected to a vast array of surveillance technologies in schools. These are intended to keep them safe, but are we normalising surveillance for young people? Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2025
CSC, Surf and Nokia achieve 1.2 Tbps data transfer in supercomputer trial
Trial designed to help research networks prep for high-performance computing clusters and AI factories handling high-intensity workloads, confirming feasibility of multi-domain, high-capacity data transfers across multiple domains Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Jun 2025
‘Severe’ network outages costing $160bn globally
Research reveals costly impact of outages and spotlights a critical turning point in enterprise network architecture changing how IT leaders think about the network, such as what it is, what it enables and how it protects organisations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2025
CityFibre doubles broadband speed with 5.5Gbps wholesale offer
Independent UK broadband provider reveals new symmetrical wholesale product, twice as fast as its fastest currently available service, enabled by 10Gbps XGS-PON upgrade Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Jun 2025
Lumen lands terrestrial backhaul deal for JUNO trans-Pacific cable
Live Pacific connection designed to give enterprises direct, low-latency pathway between US and key Asian markets will be supported by Lumen Technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2025
Major shift predicted for IoT connection strategies
Arrival of SGP.32 eSIM standard, as well as regulations and evolving industry dynamics, seen as transforming the market for cellular-based IoT connectivity, including emergence of orchestrator role Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Jun 2025
Roig Arena to open with 6GHz Wi-Fi network and advanced analytics
State-of-the-art sports and events arena set to open in Valencia in September 2025 reveals connectivity set up to guarantee expected fan experience with high-speed connectivity plus optimised venue operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 May 2025
Nokia unveils Wi-Fi 7 gateways as high-end router market sees growth
As high-end segment of the router market is dominated by four firms and eases back into profit, leading comms tech provider introduces entry-level and mid-tier devices that can deliver speeds over three times faster than Wi-Fi 6 devices Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 May 2025
Nokia accelerates multi-Gig PON fibre broadband services
Line card product optimised for cost-effective mass market 25G PON, while co-existence network element enables ability to run single fibre 10G, 25G and 50G services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 May 2025
HPE Aruba Networking expands distributed services switch platform
Leading network tech and services provider extends offer with distributed services switches, and expanded wired and wireless portfolio, to meet increasing AI and high-performance computing demands Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
27 May 2025
UK eVisa: Ethical or harmful?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the criticism being levelled at government proposals to use electronic visa data and biometrics to surveil migrants living in the UK. We also hear from a noted cyber pro about why he thinks the Computer Misuse Act is ripe for reform. And we find out everything there is to know about retrieval augmented generation architectures and how they can be used to infuse generative artificial intelligence (AI) into a business context. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 May 2025
AI and networking: the two sides of the future infrastructures coin
Industry experts discuss how artificial intelligence is being used to support network management - and the growing requirements on networks to support AI. Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 May 2025
Virgin Media O2 Business offers Microsoft Teams Phone Mobile
UK operator’s business division looks to offer companies seamless, secure collaboration to support flexible working and gain enhanced productivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 May 2025
BT returns to capital spending for full-fibre expansion
UK’s leading communications group lifts investment in order to beat previous build target and connect customers faster as part of mass transformation of UK’s Digital Infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 May 2025
Agentic AI to drive heavy infrastructure demands
As organisations begin to explore agentic AI, Dell’s Soo Mei May warns that scaling these intelligent systems will have higher compute, memory, storage and networking requirements, far exceeding those for generative AI Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
21 May 2025
Extreme Networks ups networking AI ante with Platform One
Leading cloud networking provider announces limited availability of next-gen networking platform attributed with reducing manual tasks by up to 90% Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 May 2025
Qualcomm boosts UAE presence with AI, IoT, Edge development
AI-first platform provider bolsters UAE activity in collaboration with leading operator for AI at the edge, and expands global engineering centres to Abu Dhabi to spearhead technological innovation in AI, datacentres and industrial IoT Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 May 2025
5GAA claims first-ever satellite, 5G-V2X direct vehicle connectivity
Leading car manufacturers demonstrate what is said to be a world-first for emergency messaging and hazard warnings showing the ability for vehicles to connect over non-terrestrial networks, complementing terrestrial 4G and 5G Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 May 2025
ITS claims UK first for 50G-PON business trial
What is described as ‘pioneering’ test with Lancashire-based technology group said to have shown early demand for next-generation fibre speeds through passive optical network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 May 2025
BT to bring gigabit broadband to hard-to-reach Swansea Bay areas
UK’s leading comms provider inks £10m contract to deliver full-fibre to nearly 1,800 sites across the south coast of Wales, bridging connectivity gaps in Pembrokeshire, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 May 2025
Openreach connects first customers under Project Gigabit partnership
UK’s leading broadband provider reveals initial customers in hardest-to-reach communities gaining gigabit access as part of partnership with government’s £5bn deployment scheme Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly