Networking and communication

Aftermarket car telematics arena drives past 90 million subscriptions

Study of aftermarket car telematics finds growing value in technology for application areas including stolen vehicle tracking and recovery, vehicle diagnostics, Wi-Fi hotspots, convenience applications and usage-based insurance Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Sama X to commence operations in Jordan with Starlink services

Regional tech venture aims to bridge connectivity gaps in industry, education, enterprise, government and humanitarian sectors in the Middle East and North Africa with regional roll-out Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Top 10 telecoms stories of 2025

The telecoms market has delivered a wave of innovation over the course of the past 12 months, but in 2025 the sector shifted focus with eyes very much on the skies. Find out more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 telecoms stories of 2025 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Macrocell vs. small cell vs. femtocell: A 5G introduction

Macrocells, small cells and femtocells each play distinct roles in 5G, balancing coverage, speed, cost and indoor connectivity across different deployment scenarios. Continue Reading

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• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

What are the features and benefits of 5G technology?

Increased cellular speed, bandwidth and capacity at lower latencies have made wireless VR and AR practical for business use, enabling vertical industry apps and boosting IoT. Continue Reading

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• Amy Larsen DeCarlo, GlobalData

Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G: What's the difference?

Wi-Fi 6 and 5G both boost speed and performance, but differ in cost, coverage and use cases. Together, they provide flexible connectivity for modern enterprises. Continue Reading

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• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

Digital Twin Consortium opens doors on four new testbeds

Testbeds accelerate the development and deployment of next-generation digital twin technologies across industries including manufacturing, medicine, aerospace and defence Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

BT: UK’s next phase of quantum progress hinges on network build

UK’s leading network provider reflects on the country’s quantum progress to date, and proposes what needs to happen next as funding and focus shift towards delivery Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Kodiak AI looks to transform trucking with autonomous tech, IoT connectivity

5G telematics and ThingSpace IoT management services enable autonomous vehicle technology operating model and manage massive amounts of data generated from its driverless trucks Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK mobile improves but digital divides persist

Mobile network analyst finds UK-wide median mobile download speed rose 15% year-on-year to 63.03Mbps in 2025, while upload speeds improved from 7.80 to 8.21Mbps Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Virgin Media O2 reveals record-breaking year of UK data use

UK operator releases data exploring how British people lived online in 2025, finding record-levels of data consumption including a rise in both broadband usage and mobile traffic Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Top 5G limitations and challenges for businesses

5G continues to expand to more areas, but reliance on older infrastructure, a new security model and variations in cost and performance mean businesses should choose carefully. Continue Reading

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• Lee Badman

Fortinet vulnerabilities prompt pre-holiday warnings

Analysts track exploitation of two vulnerabilities disclosed last week by Fortinet Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Freshwave, O2 enhance mobile connectivity for Guildford

Neutral host provider teams with leading UK comms operator and Surrey County Council to deliver 13 4G/5G outdoor small cells to country’s largest conurbation, with nine already live Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

GCC operators line up behind 10GIGA vision as 5G-Advanced moves from trials to scale

Industry leaders say spectrum clarity, AI-native networks and ecosystem coordination will define the next phase of ultra-wideband connectivity and lay the foundations for future 6G services Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

From Kuwait to Brazil: Inside the network behind real-time robotic surgery

Zain Omantel International and Zain Kuwait deliver ultra-low latency network enabling live telesurgery between Kuwait and Brazil, highlighting the role of advanced connectivity in digital healthcare transformation Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

Beyond bandwidth: A strategic blueprint for telco AI

APAC telcos can pivot from connectivity to business outcomes by leading with industry-specific AI services, providing AI infrastructure and partnering with other industry players Continue Reading

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• Edwin Lin

Enterprise 5G: Guide to planning, architecture and benefits

An enterprise 5G deployment requires extensive planning. This guide helps you understand 5G use cases and deployment options as well as the latest advances in wireless technology. Continue Reading

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• Chuck Moozakis, Editor at Large
• David Essex, Industry Editor

Port of Tyne charts successful course with private 5G

One of the UK’s most dynamic and key deep-sea gateways reports strong operational gains after several years using private 5G across its 620-acre estate using sensor-driven processes Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Zoom launches AI Companion 3.0 with agentic workflows

AI-first work platform provider unveils next evolution of its agentic AI product, including beta version of AI-first capabilities for personal workflows, agentic AI features for Docs product and new web interface with expanded context Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Abra launches in-flight connectivity through SES multi-orbit craft

Latin American airline strikes deal to be leading provider of satellite-powered broadband inflight service in region Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

2025 a ‘transformative year’ for private connectivity

Research finds standalone private 5G networks well-positioned to become predominant wireless connectivity medium for Industry 4.0 applications in manufacturing and process industries, as well as critical communications Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Keysight and KT SAT claim satellite first with GEO to LEO link

Keysight Technologies and KT SAT complete successful handover from a live GEO connection to an emulated LEO link, creating a dependable way to study real NTN behaviour before constellations are deployed Continue Reading

Top IT predictions in APAC in 2026

Enterprises across the Asia-Pacific region are expected to prioritise sovereign architectures, double down on securing agentic systems and rewrite their infrastructure playbooks, among other tech trends Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget

ITER builds global, high-speed data backbone for remote scientific participation

Based in southern France, ITER is building one of the most advanced scientific data networks in Europe to support high-speed, resilient connections with fusion researchers worldwide Continue Reading

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• Pat Brans, Pat Brans Associates/Grenoble Ecole de Management

GMV advances satellite navigation to boost autonomous transport and logistics

UK technology business group looks to advance resilient satellite navigation with new beamforming capability and resilient C-band navigation capabilities, improving performance in challenging and interference-prone environments Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Starlink broadband skyrockets as internet gets fundamentally rewired

Research from leading connectivity cloud company finds several internet milestones throughout the year Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK flat owners to get rights to faster, more reliable broadband

Proposals designed to enable UK flats to gain access to gigabit-capable broadband access empower leasehold owners with right to request a connection Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI and digital twins: a powerful partnership for urban management

Digital twin virtualisations are increasingly being used to design and reconsider urban environments, with city planning, management and operations set to benefit tremendously from AI capabilities Continue Reading

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• Martin Schwirn, Computer Weekly

US nears universal adoption as North America leads 5G

Study finds over 99% 5G penetration in US, almost three times more than global average, with global 5G connections reaching 2.8 billion and global cellular IoT subscriptions surpassing four billion Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

ESA promises smarter flights for ITA Airways through sat comms

Italian airline deploys comms system designed to enable digital, real-time connectivity and offload current ground systems for air traffic management, showing how satellites can complement terrestrial infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Three in five businesses more confident in Wi-Fi investment

Research finds 60% of businesses see converged Wi-Fi and 5G as key to enterprise flexibility, with 38% planning to roll out Wi-Fi 7 in 2025/2026, while 65% say 6 GHz availability is important to their Wi-Fi business Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Consumers trade up smartphones for AI

Quarterly study of US mobile trade-in arena finds 46% growth year-on-year driven by accelerated adoption of AI-enabled devices and expansion of the secondary market, with the third consecutive record-breaking quarter for revenues Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Unlocking intelligent automotive: why openness wins

Cars are rapidly becoming rolling computing spaces, but mobile networks have not kept pace. Networks must evolve into programmable platforms that developers at automotive enterprises can directly build on Continue Reading

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• Henry Calvert, GSMA

Harrow Council votes on Cellnex to advance borough connectivity

North London council announces a partnership with telecoms infrastructure operator to deploy small cell technology and target connectivity blackspots around high streets and transport hubs Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AI investment and its potential effects on urban digital twins

Investment in AI will support developing the technology as an enabler for digital twins across virtually all application areas. But analysts voice serious concerns that spending on AI has created a massive bubble that is ready to pop Continue Reading

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• Martin Schwirn, Computer Weekly

Wireless security: Differences between WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3

As wireless networks have evolved, so have the protocols for securing them. Get an overview of WLAN security standards, and learn the differences among WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3. Continue Reading

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• Alissa Irei, Senior Site Editor
• Jessica Scarpati
• Lee Badman

How APAC telcos are reclaiming relevance with AI-ready infrastructure

In part three of this series, we explore how Singtel, China Telecom and SK Telecom are pivoting away from head-on competition with hyperscalers to become enablers of the AI era through sovereign cloud and edge platforms Continue Reading

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• Edwin Lin

How Oracle Red Bull Racing is driving Formula 1 into the future with cloud, AI and data

Access to the F1 team’s garage in Abu Dhabi reveals how Monte Carlo simulations, artificial intelligence and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure power split-second decisions, strategy and championship-winning performance Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

Alcatel-Lucent, Nokia team to deliver end-to-end enterprise network services

Enterprise secure networking services provider and global comms tech firm expand partnership to provide joint networking, driving digital transformation at deployment sites Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

The essential 5G glossary of key terms and phrases

5G offers enterprises new features and capabilities that promise to transform traditional networking. Continue Reading

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• Kate Gerwig, Editorial Director
• Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor

What is 5G New Radio (5G NR)?

5G New Radio, or 5G NR, is a globally accepted standard that delivers more responsive mobile experiences for a wide range of applications over fifth-generation wireless (5G) networks. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Lee Badman

UK altnet market ‘entering its most dangerous phase yet’

Research predicts shakeout for UK’s independent broadband sector, with likely survivors being those companies that build infrastructure where it matters, invest where returns can be realised and collaborate where value can be unlocked Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SBB undertakes Europe’s first major railway with IMS, VoLTE comms

Infrastructure upgrade offers onboard 4G service designed to ensure nationwide comms for rail network ahead of planned decommissioning of 3G, redefining connectivity and reliability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Indoor 5G gets a boost as small cells come to the rescue

Indoor small cells are becoming more common in consumer and enterprise markets. Along with distributed antenna systems and Wi-Fi networks, small cells increasingly enable RF coverage. Continue Reading

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• Jennifer English, Editorial Director
• Dan Jones

Cloudflare fixes second outage in a month

A change to web application firewall policies at Cloudflare caused problems across the internet less than three weeks after another major outage at the service, but no cyber attack is suspected Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Ryder Cup takes its best network shot

The Ryder Cup sets sporting and organisational bar higher than ever, depending on ‘an AI-driven connected intelligence platform’ to gain required real-time insights and intelligence Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fujitsu police contract ‘complicates’ Post Office investigation

National Police investigation into Post Office scandal uses IT infrastructure provided by Fujitsu Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

What is a small cell in wireless networks?

A small cell is a type of low-power cellular radio access point or base station that provides wireless service within a limited geographic area. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Andrew Zola
• Sarah Lewis

HPE expands AMD collaboration to advance open rack-scale AI

IT and networking provider to adopt open, full-stack AI platform engineered for large-scale AI workloads looking to deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity across massive AI clusters Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Ericsson teams with LotusFlare to accelerate network API adoption

Partnership complements comms tech provider’s offering to expose and monetise advanced capabilities via APIs, providing common solution blueprints that describe typical integration scenarios Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

General availability for IoT-focused Myriota HyperPulse 5G NTN

Internet of things connectivity specialist announces general availability of what it calls the world’s first commercial 5G non-terrestrial network engineered for IoT Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

British space comms tech heads into orbit

Successful launch of constellation seen as increasing the availability of advanced information from space, to help meet the fast-growing global demand from civil, national security and defence customers Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Black Hat MEA: Saudi Vision 2030 fuels surge in cyber security innovation

Global cyber firms are racing to support the Kingdom’s mega-projects, but building trusted partnerships remains key, says Exabeam CEO Pete Harteveld Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

Spacecoin claims pivotal moment with decentralised satellite

Decentralised physical infrastructure network provider goes live with mission to deliver three satellites aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9, claiming major step in goal of reaching 2.6 billion people globally without affordable connectivity Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK full-fibre overtakes FTTC for first time

Study finds FTTP connectivity in the UK now mainstream with competition intensifying, but with pricing and operational models facing increasing pressure, raising questions about business sustainability Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

SASE, SD-WAN evolve as enterprises prioritise unified network security

Research confirms trend that software-defined wide-area network implementations are increasingly tied to security, with the continual rise of cyber security incidents worldwide only accelerating this dynamic Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Hong Kong FWA services market set for 9.6% growth

Special administrative region sees increase in fixed wireless access market being driven by extensive 5G network coverage and local operators’ efforts to expand FWA services and position it as an alternative to traditional fibre broadband services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Asia-Pacific 5G subscriptions set to reach 4.6 billion by 2030

APAC becomes centre of the technological race for 5G supremacy, with leaders going beyond the deployment of ‘standard’ networks to the development of a wider 5G ecosystem, driving IoT/M2M Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UK partnership extends fibre optic tech for more reliable radio comms

Knowledge transfer partnership aims to make ‘radio-over-fibre’ technology available to new sectors, developing ways to amplify and extend radio signals through fibre optics for fewer delays and stronger signals Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

RailTel modernises long-distance, metro optical networks across India

Strategic partnership allows tech provider to modernise Indian railway communications, using right-of-way assets to deliver cost efficiencies, vendor diversification and long-term investment protection Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 revs up testing with augmented reality

Formula 1 team switches from paper guides to incorporate AR designs into its workflow and see quickly how parts form car assemblies resulting in gains in team’s operations that add up to improved performance on the racetrack Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Proximus Global, Starlink expand European direct-to-cell satellite connectivity

Collaboration enables satellite leader to expand its footprint in connecting more European operators with IPX network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Microsoft creates framework for secure optical network architecture

IT behemoth taps optical network provider to create ‘survivability by design’ architecture said to ensure operational continuity at all times, during both planned and unplanned outages Continue Reading

AI, 5G bring UK sports fans closer to the action

UK technology consortium built on academia, industry and UK regions claims mobile connectivity technology will be a ‘game changer’ for stadiums integrating existing stadium infrastructure with 5G, cloud-based private telecom network Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

EE claims 5G standalone coverage leadership

UK’s leading mobile provider reveals latest phase of its 5G standalone roll-out, confirming more than half a million customers have now been upgraded to what it markets as 5G+ at no extra cost Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

UAE’s e& enterprise drives growth with AI and sovereign cloud

Acting chief revenue officer Majd Coussa outlines how the digital transformation company is turning innovation into measurable business outcomes for 2025 Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

Telstra announces Australia’s first release of Camara API

Telco extends presence in API arena with two products designed to give businesses practical tools to improve customer experience, while laying the foundation for models of innovation and collaboration Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

MWC25 Doha debut marks a new chapter for MENA mobile innovation

GSMA’s Jawad Jalal Abbassi outlines how Qatar’s first Mobile World Congress will accelerate digital transformation, 5G adoption and AI integration across the region Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

IBM and Cisco light up quantum networking collaboration

Firms collaborate to design a connected network of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers, laying the groundwork for a quantum computing internet Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G-Advanced features: Pervasive AI, broader reach, precision

The interim standard brings a boatload of major improvements to 5G on the way to 6G's planned release in 2030. Learn what they do, their benefits and use cases, and what's next. Continue Reading

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• Ron Westfall, HyperFRAME Research

UK connected tech upgrades could spur productivity boost

Report from UK’s leading comms provider finds investment in UK’s connected technology could offset the days lost due to employee sick leave every year by 2030 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

6G networks predicted to need 3x spectrum to meet surging data demands

Report from global mobile trade association finds next-generation wireless infrastructures will require up to three times more mid-band spectrum to keep pace with surging data demands, AI-powered services and digital apps Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

What is 6G? Overview of 6G networks & technology

6G (sixth-generation wireless) is the successor to 5G cellular technology and is expected to be globally available by around 2030. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Garry Kranz
• Gerry Christensen, Mind Commerce

phase-locked loop (PLL)

A phase-locked loop (PLL) is an electronic circuit with a voltage or voltage-driven oscillator that constantly adjusts to match the frequency of an input signal. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• John Burke, Nemertes Research

Meta announces completion of core 2Africa cable

IT behemoth reveals final phase of subsea cable connecting Africa and the world Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

First fibre laid under Project Reach UK digital backbone

High-count fibre laid along Great Western Main Line in four weeks, marking the first milestone in strengthening the UK’s connectivity infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

5G Standalone growth spurs differentiated connectivity services

Mobility Report shows 33 CSPs currently offer differentiated connectivity services based on network slicing, with a combined total of 65 offerings with around 1.4 billion people expected to be served by FWA broadband by the end of 2031 Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

VMO2 upgrades 4G, 5G coverage on UK motorways, A-roads

Leading UK operator announces mobile coverage upgrades on more than 40 main highways to provide the connectivity it says is critical for future electric vehicle infrastructure and adoption Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

AWS claims cloud-provider first with DWDM transponder

IT and cloud giant reveals in-house development project for dense wavelength division multiplexing transponder system showing significant bandwidth gains, and reduced failure rates and power consumption Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Orange claims Euro first with satellite direct-to-device SMS service

Telco’s customers in France, England and 35 other countries will be able to use core mobile network to send messages even if they have no mobile or Wi-Fi coverage using direct-to-device satellite technology Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cloudflare contrite after worst outage since 2019

Cloudflare CEO Matthew Prince apologises for the firm’s worst outage in years and shares details of how a change to database system permissions caused a cascading effect that brought down some of the web’s biggest names Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

UK government unveils essential signals safeguarding scheme

Funding intended to boost national security, deliver national renewal and better safeguard critical services Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Fibre flies as improved 5G sees record UK mobile data consumption

Research from comms regulator finds UK mobile data use climbs to over 1.2 billion gigabytes each month, as networks deliver 5G SA to 83% of the UK to meet rising demand Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qatar Airways claims Starlink in-flight connectivity benchmark

MENA airline accelerates programme to equip widebody aircraft with Starlink-based connectivity and now operates up to 200 daily such connected flights to key destinations Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Emirates preps for world’s largest Starlink-enabled wide-body fleet

Leading MENA region-based airline to debut the world’s first Starlink-equipped A380 aircraft and attempt to lead the industry as part of aircraft retrofit programme Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Inside the Middle East tech ambition: How A2RL is shaping the future of AI-driven mobility

Driverless cars push the boundaries of artificial intelligence, real-time decision-making and data-driven mobility at Yas Marina Circuit Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

UAE to launch first space-to-ground quantum communication network

Technology Innovation Institute and Space42 unveil a collaboration at the Dubai Airshow to deliver the UAE’s first space-enabled quantum communication network, strengthening national cyber resilience and advancing sovereign leadership in next-generation secure infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly

Cisco: Network architectures must be rebuilt for agentic AI

Rising traffic volumes, AI-powered security threats and the move to agentic workflows will require organisations to modernise their network infrastructure Continue Reading

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• Stephen Withers

What is millimeter wave (mmWave)?

Millimeter wave (mmWave) is a range of electromagnetic frequencies that exist between microwaves and infrared light. Continue Reading

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• Rahul Awati
• Alexander S. Gillis, Technical Writer and Editor
• Terry Slattery, NetCraftsmen

Ericsson teams with Orange on ‘adaptable, eco-conscious’ networks

Global telco and comms tech provider collaborate on trials aiming to create more efficient, flexible and sustainable 5G networks, with initiatives including massive MIMO radios, 5G energy-saving, AI, cloud and open RAN Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Cloudflare outage disrupts public web services

An outage at web traffic management specialist Cloudflare has caused disruption across the internet Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Global on-device AI market tops $10bn in 2024

Research displays the strength of the on-device artificial intelligence device arena as industrial, and embedded AI – as well as micro-power Wi-Fi silicon on chip platforms – enable intelligent computing everywhere Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

NTT Docomo claims successful outdoor 6G AI-driven interface trial

Japanese operator NTT Docomo accelerates trial of next-generation mobile technologies, resulting in throughput improving by ‘up to 100%’ under real-world outdoor conditions Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Viewing business through a sustainability lens

In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we take a closer look at reports of low workplace morale within the Police Digital Service, as its staff eagerly await the outcome of the long-promised Home Office’s policing reform whitepaper. Jérôme Goulard, the chief sustainability officer of Orange Business, talks us through the work he is doing to balance business objectives with IT sustainability within the organisation. This week’s buyer’s guide features the second instalment of three articles advising IT buyers on how to get started on using agentic artificial intelligence (AI) – and sets out how enterprises can use the technology to take their automation efforts to the next level. Rounding out the issue is our look at what is holding European startups back when it comes to leading the way in the field of quantum computing. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

A guide to Windows DHCP server configuration

Ensuring your Windows DHCP server is properly configured can be a significant undertaking. Here's what network admins can do to make the job easier. Continue Reading

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• Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction

20 systemctl commands for system and service management

Linux administrators are overseeing more systems than ever. Managing system and service settings can be a challenge, but the systemctl command can make those tasks easier. Continue Reading

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• Damon Garn, Cogspinner Coaction

Zayo builds backbone for Western US AI growth

Route connects two of the US’s fastest-growing AI, cloud hubs through first direct inland path, offering a resilient, diverse alternative to the existing corridor while expanding critical access to underserved communities Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Qatar Airways checks in SD-WAN to take operations to higher altitude

MENA airline’s worldwide roll-out of airline technology provider’s software-defined wide-area network claimed to set a benchmark for aviation connectivity and performance Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly

Nokia strengthens AI datacentre network performance

Supplier enhances portfolio, claiming ‘breakthrough’ network performance for new datacentre switches, doubling throughput and interface performance with added flexibility for range of deployment scenarios Continue Reading

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• Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly