Networking and communication

Podcast: 2023 compliance and storage outlook

Geopolitical instability casts its shadow as organisations must think about cyber attacks, data location and what to do if things change quickly. We talk to Mathieu Gorge, CEO of Vigitrust Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Dryad, Vodafone team to bring wildfire detection technology to Spain

Berlin-based environmental IoT startup teams with leading operator to bring its wireless environmental sensor network to Spain, supporting the ‘ultra-early’ detection of wildfires across the country Continue Reading

MWC 2023: 5.5G to deliver true promise of 5G

As 5G adoption accelerates, industry leaders are already getting ready for the next-generation of mobile technology, and looking at new 5G innovations that are strengthening the sector's foundations Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Ooredoo upgrades networks across MENA in partnership with Nokia, Huawei

Comms tech providers tasked to modernise parts of leading MENA and Asia operator’s existing networks, including deploying new sites and preparing for potential future launch of 5G Continue Reading

SD-WAN comparison chart: 10 vendors to assess

This SD-WAN vendor comparison chart is a useful starting point to evaluate information about deployment options, pricing, security, cloud connectivity and more. Continue Reading

MWC 2023: IBM and Nokia strike private 5G partnership

Comms tech provider and IT giant become latest to address growing sector so that enterprises can benefit from secure, customised connectivity services enabled by a highly available 5G cloud network Continue Reading

WH Smith staff data accessed in cyber attack

The retailer has said that customer data has not been affected by the incident as it is held in different systems, and that investigations into the attack are ongoing Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Netflix pushes back against telcos in net neutrality row

Net neutrality seems to be an itch the European comms industry cannot scratch, and hot on the heels of an intention to get content firms to contribute to the build-out of networks for tomorrow’s services, Netflix takes aim at telcos’ demands Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Orange taps Ericsson for 5G first in Spain

Leading Spanish telco implements 5G Standalone technology for mobile users, with improved network capabilities designed to transform mobile user experiences Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Huawei chooses not to choose on network energy efficiency

Comms tech firm rebuts assumed binary choice in comms arena and assures simultaneous green ICT and ICT development is possible if the right balance is struck between energy efficiency, renewable energy utilisation and user experience Continue Reading

CIO interview: Clare Lansley, CIO, Aston Martin Formula One

A rare female CIO in a male-dominated sport, Lansley discusses how digital transformation is all a part of helping the team to move further up the F1 grid Continue Reading

MWC 23: Beacon Wi-Fi 6E gateway shines for Nokia

Addressing the widespread roll-out of gigabit fibre powered by XGS-PON, comms tech provider unveils its first gateway supporting Wi-Fi 6E to provide premium, high-performance Wi-Fi in the home using high-capacity mesh networking. Continue Reading

MWC 2023: HPE boosts enterprise wireless offer with Athonet acquisition

Acquisition aims to strengthen global edge-to-cloud company’s private networking capabilities to help enterprise customers accelerate 5G deployments and telco customers drive new revenue streams Continue Reading

Korea telecom giant SKT doubles down on AI

SKT plans to broaden the use of AI across its business, from delivering AI-powered services to improving customer experience using generative AI models Continue Reading

MWC 2023: GSMA launches open network API initiative

Looking to support its industry in what it believes will be a new era of digital services and mobile apps, mobile trade association announces initiative designed to provide universal access to operator networks for developers to boost quality of experience Continue Reading

MWC 2023: ICT infrastructure investment to drive Industry 4.0

Study reveals how digital economy will account for more than half of global GDP by end of 2023 and how growth of 5G and intergenerational evolution of connectivity technology will increase global economic benefits by approximately 15% Continue Reading

MWC 2023: Cisco and NTT team to accelerate enterprise digital transformation through private 5G

Leading network technology firms announce plans to bring private 5G services to enterprise customers, helping accelerate industry transformation through managed private 5G solution integrated within pre-existing LAN, WAN and cloud infrastructures Continue Reading

3 important SD-WAN security considerations and features

Device onboarding, control plane security and data plane security are three crucial SD-WAN security considerations enterprises should research when choosing an SD-WAN vendor. Continue Reading

European Commission unveils plans for gigabit future

Brussels presents set of actions aimed to make gigabit connectivity available to all EU citizens and businesses across EU by 2030 Continue Reading

RAKwireless brings private 5G core closer to business

LoRa/IoT technology developer launches what it calls world’s first small cell with integrated core network featuring 5G and LTE radio, LTE/5G core network, and edge computing capabilities Continue Reading

Fujitsu claims sustainable terabit networking with 1FINITY Ultra Optical

Japanese technology giant launches platform claimed to achieve top-level long-distance transmission capacity of 1.2 Tbps while delivering 60% reduction in CO2 emissions Continue Reading

Aryaka brings managed SD-WAN and SASE to more markets, verticals

Aryaka adds rich capabilities and innovations to accelerate the adoption of its cloud-based delivery for network and security services and to enable acceleration for improved application performance for increasingly hybrid workforces Continue Reading

Samsung, DISH Wireless launch virtual Open RAN 5G network

Partnership sees comms tech provider deliver an initial shipment of 24,000 5G radios Continue Reading

ANZ CIOs flag priorities amid inflation concerns

CIOs in Australia and New Zealand are concerned about inflation and plan to adjust their technology priorities to optimise resources and combat cyber threats Continue Reading

Ciena claims industry first with 1.6 Tbps coherent optic service

WaveLogic 6 Extreme and WaveLogic 6 Nano products designed to meet critical network provider capacity and power efficiency needs Continue Reading

Video messaging: A Computer Weekly Downtime upload podcast

We speak to Vimeo’s chief product officer about asynchronous video comms Continue Reading

How APAC organisations can harness the power of IoT

In a panel discussion moderated by Computer Weekly, industry experts from across Asia-Pacific discussed the use cases, challenges and future developments in the internet of things Continue Reading

Nokia bolsters mission-critical industrial edge capabilities

Comms tech provider bolsters MX Industrial Edge to support the increasing processing needs of Industry 4.0, and unlock future business-critical AI and machine learning OT use cases Continue Reading

Orange and Vodafone work together to develop Open RAN sharing in rural Europe

Open comms technology is being tested in Romania to provide real-life experience of operational model based on integration of multi-supplier hardware and software, paving the way for wider-scale deployments Continue Reading

UK HSE to launch regulatory sandbox for industrial safety tech

The sandbox will see the regulator work with industry and tech startups to accelerate the development and adoption of a range of safety-related technologies, with a particular emphasis on data and analytics Continue Reading

UK’s MoJ publishes £165m WAN tender

Ministry of Justice announces tender for wide-area network to deliver secure connectivity for authorised devices at key locations and those of its service recipients Continue Reading

Executive interview: Will video kill the streaming star?

While we are used to live streaming, video messages seem cheesy – but Vimeo’s chief product officer believes they will revolutionise communications Continue Reading

Private mobile networks hit accelerator in 2022

Driven by North America and Europe, but with Asia-Pacific expected to catch up soon, private mobile network market defies tough economic climate and shows robust growth over the course of 2022 Continue Reading

Innovation not infestation – digitising pest control

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how Rentokil Initial is using the latest in digital innovation to improve the age-old task of pest control. The leading experts offer a 15-point plan to improve diversity and inclusion in IT. And with all the excitement around ChatGPT, we ask whether business is ready to use the AI chatbot. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

4 key SD-WAN trends to watch in 2023

The challenges of managing networks during a pandemic prompted many organizations to delay SD-WAN rollouts. Four trends, however, could spark an SD-WAN resurgence in 2023. Continue Reading

Singtel eyes retailers with enterprise 5G offerings

Singtel teams up with Apple’s enterprise solution partners to drive 5G adoption among retailers with industry-specific offerings aimed at improving retail operations and customer experience Continue Reading

10 important components of SDN controllers

SDN controller features include modularity, APIs, clustering and GUIs. Read more in this chapter excerpt from 'SDN-Supported Edge-Cloud Interplay for Next Generation Internet of Things.' Continue Reading

Leading European operators team to accelerate Open RAN development

Leading European operators show how they are addressing questions and challenges raised by experts and decision-makers regarding open radio access networks, with a particular focus on maturity, security and energy efficiency Continue Reading

Gap grows between users and providers in digital service delivery

Global survey of 10,000 consumers finds demand for self-service channels is twice as high as current usage, and reveals a large gap between providers’ reported rates of digitisation and consumer behaviour Continue Reading

Qualcomm intros platform to simplify, accelerate IoT across multiple industries

Digital transformation platform combines edge and cloud technologies, coupled with API-first architecture and developer-friendly tools to simplify and scale the digital transformation Continue Reading

NBN nails down fixed wireless higher-speed tiers

Rapidly growing digital backbone of Australia reveals tiers for FWA services with universally available option offering 100-130 Mbps download speed and upload speed of 8-20 Mbps Continue Reading

Full-fibre internet to reach half of UK homes by March 2023

Ofcom data shows full-fibre deployment in the UK has maintained pace over the past 12 months and is set to reach a major tipping point in the next few weeks Continue Reading

Multinet taps TIP for home region firsts in optical, Open Wi-Fi deployments

Pakistan’s top service provider is building open and disaggregated Wi-Fi and transport networks across communications footprint Continue Reading

Extreme completes largest outdoor Wi-Fi 6 deployments for NASCAR racetracks

Cloud networking provider adds to portfolio of sports arena fitouts with Wi-Fi deployments at NASCAR racetracks in the US Continue Reading

ServCity accelerates urban autonomous vehicle development

Autonomous driving consortium creates blueprint for utilisation of city infrastructure Continue Reading

Telefónica, Ericsson and Qualcomm claim 5G mmWave commercial first in Spain

Only days away from the eyes of the comms world turning to Barcelona, comms tech firms team with leading Spanish operator to demo first commercial 26GHz mobile network at Mobile World Congress Continue Reading

BT launches IoT national roaming network

UK’s leading telco switches on dedicated internet of things frameworks for businesses across the UK, allowing them to keep smart devices connected wherever they are, using both its own EE network and those of other MNOs, where required Continue Reading

Nokia advances 5G network slicing, FWA across Europe and Asia

Nokia extends 5G capability, working with Chinese operator on a first of its kind fixed wireless access trial in the country, while international communications platform company strengthens 5G network with SDN controller Continue Reading

Qualcomm looks to gain 5G Advanced edge with Snapdragon platform

Processor firmQualcomm introduces mobile technology to drive the next stage of 5G evolution in key verticals including vehicles, PCs, industrial IoT and more Continue Reading

Ofcom plans to approve BT plans to destroy the case for investment in broadband competition.

Ministers and MPs need to move rapidly to inform Ofcom that it needs to do its job as a competition regulator or be stripped of that role.  Otherwise they risk the UK falling further behind the ... Continue Reading

Virgin Media O2 makes deal for small business broadband customers

Leading UK operator announces faster upload speeds for its small business broadband services, with customers now able to access 10:1 download to upload speed ratio across all Voom packages Continue Reading

Cost-of-living crisis hampers UK remote work

Expected productivity gains from UK’s third workplace at risk as workers feel the chill from environments not permitting hybrid working Continue Reading

Kyndryl expands global network and edge computing alliance with Nokia

Three-year agreement between comms tech and IT giants extends plans to co-innovate and accelerate deployment of flexible, reliable and secure LTE and 5G private wireless connectivity Continue Reading

MWC 2023: A critical time for CSPs to make wise investment decisions

As the telecoms sector gathers in Barcelona for the annual Mobile World Congress, communications services providers face a turbulent market that will require careful investments to be made Continue Reading

Akamai eyes cloud market with Connected Cloud

Akamai marks foray into cloud computing with a distributed cloud computing platform that is touted to make it easier for enterprises to get applications and data closer to their customers Continue Reading

Russian spear phishing campaign escalates efforts toward critical UK, US and European targets

Russian hacking group Seaborgium refines its tactics in a continuation of attacks against targets including not-for-profit organisations with geopolitical affiliations Continue Reading

Killnet DDoS attacks disrupt Nato websites

A series of distributed denial of service attacks on various public websites belonging to the Nato alliance were largely repelled but some resources remain unavailable Continue Reading

Ice Norway looks for 4G, 5G Network revolution with converged packet core

Norway’s third-largest mobile operator implements cloud-native converged packet core, supporting 4G, 5G NSA and 5G SA for network over cloud-native network software provider’s cloud automation for telco framework in private datacentres Continue Reading

KDDI selects Samsung Core tech to power commercial 5G standalone network

As it continues its battle for market share in a market dominated by a powerful incumbent, Japanese operator taps Korean tech giant for cloud-native 5G standalone core to ensure high stability, reliability and optimised performance within the network Continue Reading

Ericsson boosts indoor 5G capacity, precise location services

Comms tech provider introduces suite of indoor hardware and software to make indoor 5G easier for enterprises with precise-location software that enables enterprise use cases such as asset tracking and tool positioning Continue Reading

CW EMEA: Kyiv is ready for anything

CIOs must be ready for the unexpected, but not many CIOs and IT teams face keeping a city’s vital IT running while fighting for their lives. In this issue of CW EMEA, Oleg Polovynko, CIO at Kyiv City Council, explains how the IT team in the Ukrainian capital has kept services running for its residents amid relentless bombing by Russian forces. We also look at how the Netherlands is planning to regulate AI to reduce bias, how highly accurate time protocols ensure fair trading in finance, and the use of technology in agriculture in Denmark. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Average monthly broadband usage nears 600GB

After a sharp rise in broadband speed clipping, with many subscribers hitting upper-speed limits, research finds year-on-year gigabit tier adoption more than doubled in the fourth quarter of 2022 Continue Reading

Telefónica checks in with Meliá Hotels to advance hotel of the future with 5G

Hotel Meliá Madrid Serrano becomes the first establishment in Spain with 5G SA indoor coverage and network slicing supporting segmented network, which will allow guests to enjoy simultaneous translation and video streaming services, among others Continue Reading

Qualcomm looks to new wave of 5G devices with Snapdragon X35 5G Modem-RF

Comms tech giant intros world’s first 5G NR-light Modem-RF system with lower cost, reduced complexity, decreased power consumption and smaller form factors Continue Reading

Extreme extends network fabric to the edge with enhanced SD-WAN

With ever-increasing threat blanket in wide-area network, cloud networking provider announces automated workflows, user experiences and 10Gbps throughput to boost application performance, lower operating cost and reduce mean time to resolution Continue Reading

SPTel launches Singapore’s first LoRaWAN network

The LoRaWAN network and its solar-powered gateways will alleviate the need for businesses and IoT service providers to build their own network to hook up sensor devices Continue Reading

Cisco looks to Full-Stack Observability Platform to address demands of experience economy

Experience is everything in the new world of work, as organisations disrupt their own business to get a full view on how networks ensure operations will be more important Continue Reading

Russian hacking group Seaborgium targets SNP MP Stewart McDonald

Scottish National Party MP Stewart McDonald says his personal emails have been hacked by a group linked to the Russian state in a targeted phishing attack Continue Reading

Cisco unveils toolkit for greater network visibility and control

Tech giant introduces cloud services in Operations Dashboard to increase industrial asset visibility and provide industrial IoT customers with path to cloud automation for Operational Technology Continue Reading

UK altnets slam Ofcom BT wholesale tariff approval

UK’s independent full-fibre providers express fear that likely regulatory green light for new wholesale pricing from market leader threatens competitiveness of UK gigabit sector Continue Reading

Qualcomm on-board to ride mmWave

The emergence of mmWave 5G networks around the globe is leading to a number of compelling future use cases based on ultra-low latency and high-capacity mobile networks Continue Reading

APAC buyer’s guide to SASE

In this buyer’s guide on secure access service edge services, we look at the benefits of the technology, key considerations and the market landscape Continue Reading

Operator 5G revenue to 2027 to soar while 6G development emerges

Research reveals hot streak for fifth-generation mobile communications, with revenues from networks set to double over the next four years, and identifies work needed to make sixth-generation a viable prospect Continue Reading

How artificial intelligence is playing a role in insect farming

An AI engine developed by Singapore startup EntoVerse is helping cricket farmers improve yield by optimising environmental and other conditions Continue Reading

World's first self-driving bus gets in gear through UK government, industry funding

UK government’s Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles Connected and Automated Mobility programme reveals funding for commercial self-driving passenger and freight services projects including self-driving bus service and autonomous taxis Continue Reading

Record fibre growth fails to halt mixed Q3 for BT

Strategy of focus on fibre and 5G vindicated in financial results showing leading UK telco buffeted by inflationary headwinds – but also seeing benefit of growing investment in fixed network infrastructure Continue Reading

Ericsson, Intel and Microsoft demo enterprise laptop 5G network slicing capabilities

Comms tech provider teams with chip and IT giants on ‘pioneering’ trial demonstrating the applicability of 5G networking slicing technology on devices beyond smartphones Continue Reading

Globe Telecom claims improved connectivity with MatSing lens antennas

Philippines MNO announces first mobile network deployment of lens antenna technology in Southeast Asia designed to deliver improved 4G/LTE and 5G mobile capacity Continue Reading

Symbio acquires Intrado Australia’s UCaaS business

The all-cash A$5m deal will expand Symbio’s footprint in the UCaaS market and deepen its reach into enterprises and government entities Continue Reading

Three UK goes data-driven with Amdocs for personalised customer experience

Software and services provider to let UK-based operator migrate to a modern, cloud-based data architecture, enabling it to serve its customers contextual, timely recommendations and suggestions Continue Reading

EE unveils 5G connectivity for London Underground

Just weeks after 4G landed on the Central and Northern lines for the first time, BT-owned operator now brings 5G to the Tube, with Archway, Notting Hill Gate and Tufnell Park the first stations to benefit Continue Reading

Cisco fixes two bugs that could have led to supply chain attacks on users

Two vulnerabilities uncovered in Cisco hardware could have opened the door to serious supply chain cyber attacks, according to the Trellix researchers who found them Continue Reading

Picocom, Antevia collaborate to provide in-building private 5G for enterprises

5G tech designer forges partnership with 5G silicon manufacturer to create new class of private network coverage for global enterprises, promising creation of cost-effective in-building networks faster than ever Continue Reading

Reaping green dividends with data management

Getting data management right has been pivotal for Singapore IoT startup SensorFlow to optimise energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions for its hotelier clients Continue Reading

Russian DDoS hacktivists seen targeting western hospitals

A swathe of attacks by the Putin-supporting DDoS operation known as Killnet has targeted hospitals and other infrastructure in several Nato countries, with the UK thought to be at risk Continue Reading

BT tests out high-altitude flying antenna

The trial with Stratospheric Platforms may lead to hydrogen-powered drones being used to provide 4G and 5G rural coverage Continue Reading

UK local authorities reveal connectivity priorities, challenges

Study examining topics ranging from gigabit-capable broadband to 5G, smart places, telecoms and net-zero finds progress being made in UK local government, but challenges remain in the drive to improve digital connectivity Continue Reading

EE maintains mobile network leadership in UK

Analyst finds that BT-owned mobile service sweeps board in terms of nationwide network quality through performance, reliability, speed, data, calls and texting Continue Reading

Uncertainty persists, but enterprises rush to adopt network as a service

Research shows that enterprise network-as-a-service opportunities abound but comms service providers will need to overhaul investment and go-to-market strategies before adoption becomes widespread Continue Reading

Stretched retail IT teams demand more from their networks

Research shows retail technology requirements are becoming denser and more complex, from immersive and live-streaming services to new forms of delivery and smart inventory Continue Reading

Neos Networks completes full-fibre access promise for key UK cities

Just over a year after UK business connectivity provider opened its first metro access network to offer last-mile services direct to nearly 10,000 regional businesses, such services are now live in four key UK cities as part of an ongoing expansion programme Continue Reading

Juniper: 5G IoT milestone set to be reached while OTT messaging to drive CPaaS

Analyst makes bullish predictions for next-gen mobile-based internet of things and communications platforms-as-a-service markets Continue Reading

Virgin Media O2 taps Juniper to upgrade core IP backbone for 800G readiness

Need for increased data capacity and flexible scalability highlighted by 32% traffic growth on its mobile network,16% growth in broadband data downloads and a peak traffic load of 22TB over the past year Continue Reading

Chinese IoT suppliers expose UK businesses to espionage and data theft

Chinese companies supplying network components, known as IoT modules, post a greater long-term threat to UK security than the now banned 5G supplier Huawei, according to a study by a Chinese expert and former diplomat Continue Reading

Evaluate Wi-Fi mapping tools and best practices

As Wi-Fi is now a critical component of enterprise network connectivity, Wi-Fi mapping helps teams evaluate their wireless coverage. Learn the basics of Wi-Fi mapping. Continue Reading

Samsung completes KDDI 5G SA network slicing field trial, inks Nokia patent licence

Korean tech giant makes further strides in 5G in first demonstration of network slicing using RIC on a live 5G SA network with leading Japanese operator, and signs patent agreement with Finnish comms tech provider to combine 5G technology expertise Continue Reading

Vodacom lands 2Africa subsea cable in the Eastern Cape, South Africa

What is described as ‘transformative’ subsea cable lands at the Vodacom facility in Gqeberha at South Africa’s Eastern Cape to provide a gateway to direct international connectivity for faster, more reliable internet services in the country and drive digital inclusion Continue Reading

BBC under scrutiny over its digital strategy

In this week’s Computer Weekly, the BBC faces in-depth scrutiny over its digital plans – we take a look at progress. Do you need to keep data forever? We examine the technologies behind infinite storage. And we find out about the digital transformation challenges in vehicle dealerships. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

UK government reveals further ESN contract details

Latest chapter in UK Emergency Services Network saga sees termination of Motorola contract for comms equipment and supplies, software packages and software development services Continue Reading

Deloitte: Four major comms trends to navigate in year ahead

Consultancy’s predictions for the coming 12 months highlight challenges from macroeconomic headwinds, complex capital funding, sustainability and the transformation towards more tech-centric models Continue Reading