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.

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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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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- Peter Ray Allison
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 13 May 2025
O2 upgrades Wembley Stadium connectivity

Upgrade around major UK sporting arena to see fans gaining access to dedicated distributed antenna system-based 5G standalone network inside the stadium, in addition to small cells and upgraded masts in surrounding area Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 12 May 2025
Nokia looks to light up in-building enterprise connectivity with Aurelis

Fibre-based LAN solution designed to deliver simple, reliable and future-proof local area connectivity for enterprises, using up to 70% less cabling and 40% less power than copper-based technologies Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 12 May 2025
Virgin Media O2, Daisy Group merge to form B2B comms company

Comms provider and IT services company unite to offer digital-first connectivity and managed services Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 09 May 2025
UK broadband hits 2025 target with strong first quarter

Study from UK communications regulator finds gigabit broadband on track to become virtually universally available across country by 2023, with the number of full-fibre broadband connections in particular increasing to nine million in past six months Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 07 May 2025
Global broadband growth slows at end of 2024

Fourth quarter 2024 update of global connectivity market shows subscribers pass 1.5 billion barrier as fibre, non-terrestrial and fixed wireless gain popularity, especially in emerging markets Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 07 May 2025
Nokia supplies 1.2Tbps backbone in Pakistan and private wireless to Maersk fleet

Comms tech provider lands large-scale contracts for optical fixed network in Pakistan and IoT connectivity platform with mobile network to enhance operational efficiency at shipping firm Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 07 May 2025
Cisco lays out plans for networking in era of quantum computing

The network equipment provider has opened a new lab and developed a prototype chip as it fleshes out its quantum networking strategy Continue Reading
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- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
News 07 May 2025
DCC signs contracts for major smart meter network upgrade

UK energy and utilities data company inks major contract with industry partners in IT and communications sector to enable modernisation of Data Service Provider platform Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 06 May 2025
UK altnets’ long-term survival ‘in question’ as 96% consider M&A

Study from business connectivity firm warns that while alternative broadband providers have fuelled full-fibre expansion and delivered much-needed competition, many are having to explore strategies for survival Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 02 May 2025
Scotland’s most remote towns and villages to get gigabit upgrade

UK government signs largest-ever broadband supply contract with leading comms operator to provide homes and businesses in hard-to-reach areas of Scotland with access to gigabit connectivity for the first time Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 01 May 2025
UK networks feel the strain under AI pressure

Global internet company’s study finds almost half of UK organisations say their network and connectivity infrastructure is not ready to support new technology initiatives, in particular artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 30 Apr 2025
Juniper doubles down on AI as HPE deal faces scrutiny

Juniper’s ANZ chief highlights strong enterprise adoption of the Mist networking platform, with AI-powered automation delivering cost savings and operational benefits for customers Continue Reading
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- Stephen Withers
News 29 Apr 2025
Three Business launches business eSIM trial

Business arm of UK mobile operator unveils what it says is the UK’s first large-scale embedded subscriber identity module trial for business in two of the country’s largest cities to allow customers to test network capabilities before possible switch Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 28 Apr 2025
Arelion expands network presence in Mexico with DWDM route

Multinational enterprise connectivity provider opens up network route supporting key territory’s economic growth through resilient, terabit-scale communications infrastructure Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 25 Apr 2025
Kingston Council taps Boldyn to improve digital infrastructure

Partnership between London borough council, regional transport authority and leading large-scale network provider to see high-speed fibre links to CCTV locations, enabled through the construction of a 10km network covering main town centres Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 25 Apr 2025
Omdia: All-photonics infrastructure key to safer, smarter, more sustainable world

Research revealed at Innovative Optical and Wireless Network global forum outlines future of digital economy, powered by all-photonics networks Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 22 Apr 2025
Virgin Media O2 cuts carbon emissions 56% against its 2020 baseline

Virgin Media O2 reveals that it is on track to achieve net zero across its operations, products and supply chain by the end of 2040, 10 years ahead of UK’s net-zero goal Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 22 Apr 2025
HyperFiber scales with Render to boost broadband efficiency

Network workflow automation and productivity optimisation firm’s services deployed to scale fibre deployment across multiple expanding markets in key areas across US Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 17 Apr 2025
Windstream, Ciena boost 400G network capacity in Southeast US

Optical communications technology enhances network infrastructure with its reconfigurable line system and coherent optical innovations, strengthening connectivity between Texas and Florida Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 17 Apr 2025
ETSI highlights integrated sensing, communication 6G use cases

European standards organisation releases report identifying the first use cases for next generation of mobile in sensing, spanning indoor, outdoor, mixed environments applications with targets including people, vehicles, UAVs and robots Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 16 Apr 2025
Kraft Group enlists NWN for New England Patriots network upgrades

North America’s largest AI-powered technology services provider to power fan experiences across entire sports enterprise business portfolio, including Gillette Stadium, New England Patriots and New England Revolution Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 15 Apr 2025
UK altnets set to usher mass migration away from legacy broadband

Research reveals how momentum is building in the alternative provider sector to drive gigabit broadband to rural and hard-to-reach locations the UK Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 15 Apr 2025
Qwilt covers more than 2,000 edge cloud nodes across six continents

Distributed edge network technology provider claims milestone in Edge Cloud infrastructure through shift in how enterprises can deliver content and deploy latency-sensitive applications Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 14 Apr 2025
Windtre Advances 5G offer with Juniper network architecture

AI-native networking tech provider announces major collaboration with Italian operator to future-proof core and edge network infrastructure as demand for 5G and internet services surge Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 14 Apr 2025
Nokia networking backbone firms up ResetData AI factory

Deployment of networking backbone to support immediate roll-out of Australia’s first sovereign and sustainable liquid immersion-cooled data centres looks to gain 75% reduction in energy consumption over previous generations Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 11 Apr 2025
Comms consortium calls for greater vigilance on subsea cable security

Open letter from European telecommunications operators and subsea cable stakeholders calls on cables ecosystem to align security objectives with operational feasibility as well create viable business model based on risk-based best practices Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 11 Apr 2025
Nokia claims alien wavelength record, boosts event wireless connectivity

Leading comms tech provider seals deals for 1,000km 800Gbps trial and to deliver private wireless connectivity for large domestic and international mass events. Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 10 Apr 2025
Elevate raises full-fibre bar for businesses across Cardiff

Altnet to bring gigabit-speed connectivity to thousands of businesses through partnership with local council and national government across Welsh capital to boost digital inclusion, economic growth and educational access Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 10 Apr 2025
HPE intros virtual private cloud, on-premise options for Aruba Networking Central

Expansion of flagship network management service designed to address increasing demand for data sovereignty with regional and local control of networks with built-in security, AI-powered optimisation and enhanced observability Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 09 Apr 2025
Airportr checks in with SITA to enhance traveller baggage delivery services

Air transport IT provider and baggage management firm combine efforts to give passengers the freedom of baggage-free travel and boost airline efficiency Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 08 Apr 2025
Fibrus to deploy Deepfield network analytics, monitoring

Ulster and Northwest of England communications provider inks five-year agreement to deploy Deepfield offering to manage increasing demand for high-quality services, ensuring customers continue to receive reliable, high-performance connectivity Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 08 Apr 2025
Elevate and Xantaro accelerate UK full-fibre reach

UK alternative gigabit broadband suppliers unveil further advances in their full-fibre business in the north-west and south-west of England, deploying in urban and rural communities Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 08 Apr 2025
Boost to push-to-talk services will see MCPTT, PTT revenue soar by end of 2028

Comms evolution aimed at boosting performance of mission-critical group communications in digital land mobile radio systems to see MCPTT and broadband PTT service revenue grow at a CAGR of 11% over the next three years Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 07 Apr 2025
Myriota expands constellation with LEO satellites to support IoT

Satellite IoT connectivity provider teams with global space infrastructure company to launch four new satellites in its UltraLite LEO constellation Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 04 Apr 2025
SP Energy Networks upgrades operational telecoms network in Scotland

Leading UK operator secures four-year capital project delivery contract with energy firm for fixed, mobile and satellite connectivity to modernise and maintain its operational telecoms network across Scotland Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 04 Apr 2025
Mercury fibres up to boost utility efficiency

Demand to support continuous traffic growth sees New Zealand utility provider offer 400G broadband connectivity supplied by country’s leading telco and optical communications technologies supplier Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 03 Apr 2025
Qualcomm becomes strategic shareholder in Qorix

Automotive industry modular and integrated software firm gains cash injection intended to further strengthen its position offering middleware services for software-defined vehicles Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 03 Apr 2025
Oxa and Applied EV drive for first in industrial mobility automation

Partnership empowers businesses to tackle industry challenges through the deployment of safe, secure and efficient autonomous fleets Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
News 02 Apr 2025
Keysight introduces AI network architecture validation, optimisation tool

Tool designed to validate the network performance of AI workloads and system infrastructure by adjusting and optimising parameters Continue Reading
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- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly