Software-defined networking (SDN)
Software-defined networking (SDN) is the latest buzzword in the networking industry, but there is still vast debate on the best way to implement it and which businesses it is suitable for. Read the latest about SDN and find tips and advice on the technology trend taking networking by storm, with all the news, case studies and advice in this topic section.
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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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News
24 Apr 2025
Ericsson boosts NetCloud SASE with integrated clientless ZTNA for wireless WAN
Leading comms tech provider claims industry’s first fully integrated clientless zero-trust network access, designed for wireless wide area network with update to core secure access service edge platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Apr 2025
ASEAN telcos going beyond the 5G hype
Telcos from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia are moving beyond the 5G hype as they focus on driving enterprise 5G and AI adoption to drive value for customers Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
21 Apr 2025
CW Innovation Awards: M1 aims to become digital-native telco
The digital-first telco is running all its back-end systems on the cloud, enabling it to speed up decision-making and enhance customer service Continue Reading
By- Eileen Yu
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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
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Apr 2025
BT stretches Fabric further through Google Cloud partnership
UK’s leading telco announces step forward in partnership with IT giant, deepening collaboration to offer customers cloud WAN routes via its Global Fabric network platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
14 Apr 2025
How AI agents will reshape telecoms
For telecoms operators, embracing autonomous AI agents isn't optional – it’s the only way to survive in a hyper-competitive landscape, but challenges lie ahead Continue Reading
By- Edwin Lin
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News
11 Apr 2025
Google Cloud, Juniper Networks accelerate enterprise campus deployment
AI-native networking platform to use Google’s Cloud WAN service to help accelerate new branch deployments, and offer simplified branch operations with security and agility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 Apr 2025
StarHub trials first 5G cloud RAN network in Southeast Asia
Singapore telco trials cloud-based radio access network, unlocking new enterprise services and laying the groundwork for advanced 5G and 6G capabilities Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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Definition
31 Mar 2025
What is a programmable network (network programmability)?
A programmable network is one in which software that operates independently of network hardware handles the behavior of network devices and flow control. Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2025
Honeywell taps Verizon 5G to modernise energy grid and utility management
Connected smart utility meters to enable remote and autonomous utility management capabilities designed to improve energy efficiency, grid resiliency and operational effectiveness for utility companies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Definition
25 Mar 2025
What is software-defined networking (SDN)?
Software-defined networking (SDN) is a networking approach in which software is used to easily configure and centrally manage IT networks. Continue Reading
By- Rahul Awati
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News
13 Mar 2025
Cato claims end to network patching with SASE-native LAN NGFW
Leading SASE provider unveils ‘the world’s first’ SASE-native local area network next-generation firewall to address longstanding IT pain point for firewall appliances Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Mar 2025
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison claims AI-RAN first for Southeast Asia
Collaboration between operator, tech provider and artificial intelligence leader looks to accelerate innovation and commercialisation across the globe with AI in radio access network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Mar 2025
Extreme Networks scores next-gen Wi-Fi deal with United Soccer League
AI-powered networking automation firm gets result in emerging football league for enhanced wireless connectivity and network insights to elevate fan experiences and streamline league operations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2025
MWC 2025: Fabric to spread as BT sees no business plan B without the network
UK’s leading coms provider outlines the pressures that enterprise customers will face as AI reshapes the new world of work Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Mar 2025
Jio, AMD, Cisco and Nokia to build telecom AI platform
India’s Jio Platforms, AMD, Cisco and Nokia have teamed up to develop an Open Telecom AI Platform aimed at improving the efficiency and security of telco networks through artificial intelligence and automation Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
02 Mar 2025
AWS boosts telco cloud offerings with new Outposts
Amazon Web Services debuts new Outposts racks and servers that extend its infrastructure to the edge to support network intensive workloads and cloud radio access applications Continue Reading
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News
26 Feb 2025
UK law firm embarks on SD-WAN and SASE infrastructure upgrade
Network services provider collaborates with commercial law firm Hill Dickinson to enhance network connectivity and security by introducing SD-WAN and SASE frameworks to help safeguard corporate assets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
25 Feb 2025
The AI imperative: Why APAC telcos can’t afford to wait
Telcos across Asia-Pacific are placing major bets on AI, recognising it as the key to unlocking future growth and relevance. But for those who hesitate, the cost of inaction could be their very survival Continue Reading
By- Edwin Lin
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News
24 Feb 2025
Versa claims to redefine SASE for enterprises
Universal secure access service edge company announces general commercial availability of what it says is unique proposition allowing enterprises, governments and service providers to deploy customised networking and security services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Feb 2025
BT boosts interconnectivity with Equinix, broadens Optiva partnership
UK’s leading telco expands partnership with digital infrastructure company to help multinationals transform interconnectivity across digital value chain, and joins with enterprise network service company to implement B2B, B2B2X services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
07 Feb 2025
Self-healing networks: The next evolution in network management
The age of AI is highlighting the security risks and pitfalls of traditional network management techniques. Self-healing networks may offer a solution that not only bolsters security, but makes IT and network teams more efficient Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2025
Kyndryl expands SASE services with Palo Alto Networks
IT infrastructure services provider enhances end-to-end secure access service edge services to help customers accelerate adoption of cloud-first, zero-trust offering for network security Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Feb 2025
Volkswagen optimises vehicle development through 3DExperience
Connected engineering platform provider’s core technology becomes foundational solution at auto manufacturer to advance vehicle development through virtual twin experiences, reducing engineering and manufacturing cycles Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Jan 2025
Console Connect, Zenlayer extend API connected global ecosystem
Partnership to combine carrier-grade network with expertise in edge computing and low-latency networking to create one-stop connectivity offering for customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Jan 2025
Telstra International unveils network of the future vision
Progress revealed in creating next-gen infrastructure including simplification of architecture, cloudifying infrastructure layer, implementing autonomous operation and removal of legacy platforms Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
10 Jan 2025
Telstra to offer Starlink satellite-to-mobile services
Australia’s leading comms provider collaborates with SpaceX on combining satellite and mobile technology to provide connectivity options across expansive landmass Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2025
Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy upgrades core network infrastructure
‘Landmark’ project sees AI-native networking company facilitate a network upgrade for the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy to support the advancement of new radio astronomy research by delivering ten times more compute power Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jan 2025
How StarHub is tapping OpenShift in its cloud strategy
StarHub is harnessing Red Hat OpenShift to power its hybrid multi-cloud platform, balancing control over critical infrastructure with the scalability and flexibility of public cloud Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
17 Dec 2024
Top 10 networking stories of 2024
It’s been a year of rapid growth for AI in networking, not only for operations but also in applications. Read about this and more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories from 2024 Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Nov 2024
BT unveils managed SASE service
Telecoms provider expands managed software-defined wide area network solution with new security service edge capabilities to help businesses transition to a secure access service edge model Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Nov 2024
Colt expands NaaS platform through Europe
Digital infrastructure company announces new locations served on network-as-a-service platform via dedicated fibre, complementing on-demand platform and extending high-bandwidth connectivity to more enterprises Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2024
AI readiness stalls in APAC
Despite significant investment in AI, only 15% of organisations in Asia-Pacific are ready to deploy the technology today, according to Cisco’s latest regional AI readiness survey Continue Reading
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News
18 Nov 2024
Volvo gears up with Dassault for electric vehicle development
Global car brand to deploy 3DExperience platform in its engineering processes to further its existing work and electric vehicle development, sharing real-time information with multiple teams worldwide Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
13 Nov 2024
Scottish Fire and Rescue enhances control room tech
Investment in cloud-hosted command and communications service designed to mobilise firefighters, and help improve safety and security in Scotland Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Oct 2024
NXP boosts edge AI IoT
Semiconductor firm expands artificial intelligence and machine learning portfolio to make it easier and faster to deploy GenAI, time series and vision-based LLMs directly on edge devices for use across the internet of things Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Oct 2024
Openreach preps to boost network automation, visibility and control
UK’s leading fixed broadband provider reveals work taking place to improve complete full-fibre estate’s capability with software defined network Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Oct 2024
Cato further expands SASE platform for ‘complete’ UK delivery
Secure access service edge platform gains digital experience monitoring capability so enterprises can monitor user experiences and fix them online or in private datacentres Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 Oct 2024
Nutanix courts VMware customers in APAC amid Broadcom concerns
Nutanix is driving double-digit growth across the region by capitalising on the evolving cloud landscape with its hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence offerings, as well as anxieties about the future direction of VMware under Broadcom’s ownership Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
01 Oct 2024
BT readies customers for Global Fabric infrastructure
Telco announces live testing of AI-ready network-as-a-service platform with global points of presence now installed in over 45 of the world’s major cloud datacentres Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Sep 2024
Oxa, StreetDrone unite to bolster industrial logistics
Self-driving vehicle software provider makes strategic acquisition to strengthen position in industrial logistics, offering movement and management of goods on private land, including ports, logistics hubs, retail fulfilment centres and airports Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
17 Sep 2024
The pillars of AI strategy
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO of Currys about the electronics retailer’s AI strategy. We exam-ine how China has become a leader in open source software – and what it means for the rest of the world. And we look at how AI is supporting networking alongside how to im-plement networking to support AI. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Sep 2024
Automation driving SD-WAN optimisation
AIOps is being deployed to help manage highly distributed enterprise networking configurations Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
12 Sep 2024
European enterprise networking lacks hybrid maturity
Deploying a complex hybrid and multicloud IT architecture has an impact on enterprise network management Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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E-Zine
10 Sep 2024
The flight to data success
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at how Manchester Airport Group has set course to become the world’s most intelligent airport through its data-led approach. After much hype about artificial intelligence, we look at the failings of AI initiatives as the tech hits roadblocks, as well as explore what can be done to improve success. And we take a peek at what support networks are available to those new in the CISO role. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Sep 2024
SD-WANs in a cloud-native world
We look at where software-defined wide area networks fit in a modern, cloud-native IT architecture Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
05 Sep 2024
Asda evolves petrol forecourt networking technology
Managed network provider Evolve enters partnership with UK supermarket chain to offer connectivity support at 116 new petrol forecourt sites Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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E-Zine
03 Sep 2024
The politics of techno-refusal
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we learn about the politics of techno-refusal and the lessons to be learned from a group of IT workers who spent the early 1980s sabotaging tech infrastructure. Following the controversy around Broadcom’s purchase of VMware, we examine some alternative virtualisation solutions. And our latest buyer’s guide looks at the state of software-defined wide-area networking. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Sep 2024
SD-WAN: The evolution continues
We go through the alphabet soup of secure networks, propelled by artificial intelligence and 5G, which have rejuvenated software-defined wide area network technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Aug 2024
Siegwerk strengthens global manufacturing operations with managed SD-WAN
Global manufacturer enhances operational security and digitisation with managed SD-WAN, managed security and professional services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Aug 2024
MEF association claims SASE milestone
Leading technology provider achieves first milestone in secure access service edge programme, with SASE certification now generally available to trade association’s technology and service provider members Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Aug 2024
Juniper Networks unveils first blueprint for accelerating AI-native platform
Artificial intelligence for networking programme said to deliver up to 9x faster time to value through new training courses, trial offers, enterprise agreements and ‘white glove’ services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Opinion
19 Aug 2024
Gartner: Is SD-WAN still necessary in today’s IT landscape
The debate over the relevance of software-defined wide area network technology has garnered significant attention Continue Reading
By- Jonathan Forest
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News
09 Aug 2024
UK altnets’ fibre optic overbuild risking rural connectivity
Report suggests UK’s independent broadband providers are at risk of more unnecessary overbuild as new entrants rush to deploy infrastructure without considering the long-term sustainability of their business models Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jul 2024
Brembo invests in connected mobility startup Spoke Safety
Provider of digital communication technologies between vehicles and the road ecosystem joins portfolio of braking systems firm to strengthen expertise in software and cloud connectivity Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
08 Jul 2024
Singtel, SK Telecom gear up for 6G future
Both telcos will work together to develop advanced network slicing, telco APIs and edge AI infrastructure, among other capabilities, to pave way for 6G deployments Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
26 Jun 2024
Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service replaces legacy SD-WAN
Contract awarded for the deployment of cross-Scotland software-defined wide area network designed to ensure efficient, secure and reliable administrative services to the judiciaries of Scotland Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jun 2024
Tata Communications hosted SASE claims to redefine networking, security
Tata Communications claims world-first implementation of unified SASE solution to deliver unified visibility and control of network traffic with context-led insights and enhanced user experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jun 2024
Hybrid work prompts spike in network security threats
Survey shows more than two-thirds of organisations have seen an increase in network security threats over the past 18 months, with remote and hybrid working the biggest contributor to heightened threat levels Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Jun 2024
HPE Discover 2024: Deloitte develops Gen AI industrial digitisation use case
Deloitte teams with enterprise networking firm on first use NVIDIA AI Computing by HPE product portfolio to help manufacturers build and operate secure-by-design manufacturing simulations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
14 Jun 2024
Decision-makers less confident in network investment
Research finds nearly nine in 10 of those responsible for network buying are less confident in investments, and two-thirds believe network technology’s rapid advancements hinder decision-making Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 Jun 2024
Juniper Networks claims first with AIOps to WAN routing
Juniper Networks announces industry leadership with enhancements to cloud-native Mist AI engine for all network domains, claiming to deliver insight for exceptional experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2024
Cisco gears up to cash in on AI innovation and investments
Networking giant plots out artificial intelligence-powered future within networks to build digital resilience and offer secure visibility, observability and insight across digital footprints, with $1bn global AI investment fund Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
04 Jun 2024
Haier Europe taps Orange Business to build responsive SD-WAN
Looking to offer a scalable, secure networking infrastructure to support its growth, Fortune 500 home appliances company works with business arm of telco to deploy cloud-first platform enhancing security, visibility and agility Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 May 2024
Nutanix beefs up AHV hypervisor, doubles down on AI
Nutanix takes aim at VMware with enhancements to its AHV hypervisor along with tighter integrations with Nvidia and Hugging Face to simplify AI deployments Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2024
Networks emerge as catalyst for digital business success
Global networking trends report for 2024 reveals continued measurable impact of the network in advancing business goals, with 72% planning on deploying integrated network management platforms over the next two years Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
17 May 2024
Cato Networks and e& partner to further expand SASE presence in UAE
Global technology group forges partnership with provider to see the establishment of a second point-of-presence in UAE, extending SASE Cloud to enterprises across the region Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
07 May 2024
Versa Networks adds AI capabilities to SASE platform
Artificial intelligence and machine learning-based secure access service edge provider enhances core solution to include GenAI firewall for threat detection and data protection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
03 May 2024
Optimising application connections, improving security posture top SD-WAN priorities
Research looking into key drivers behind global SD-WAN investments find deployments are mainly driven by need to optimise network connections to cloud-based applications and improve overall security posture Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
02 May 2024
Palo Alto Networks claims to raise bar on SASE
Palo Alto Networks releases version 3.0 of SASE tech designed to extend zero trust to unmanaged devices, secure data with artificial intelligence and boosts application performance for partners and customers Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
29 Apr 2024
Cradlepoint unveils 5G-optimised SASE to deliver agile enterprises
Ericsson division unveils SASE solution said to enable lean IT teams to establish zero-trust networks in as little as six minutes securing environments such as roaming vehicles, IoT devices and pop-up locations Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Apr 2024
Sonatus opens software-defined vehicle R&D, engineering centre in Dublin
Software-defined vehicle partner establishes new design centre to take advantage of highly skilled pool of technical and engineering talent, and enable closer collaboration with customers and partners in the UK and EU Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
17 Apr 2024
How SD-WAN for home offices supports remote work
The market maturation of SD-WAN is leading companies to consider extending the technology to remote workers. Companies should ask three important questions before taking that step. Continue Reading
By- John Burke, Nemertes Research
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News
03 Apr 2024
Cato claims SASE speed record
Fast cars meet even faster networks as leading SASE provider doubles throughput to double-digit gigabits per second without any hardware upgrades, attributing the landmark as underscoring value of fully cloud-native platform Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
28 Mar 2024
Hybrid work drives demand for SASE, zero-trust networking
Aryaka report finds five key trends with 70% of CISOs seeking secure access service edge and software-defined WAN convergence for simplified infrastructure management Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2024
HPE taps GenAI to bolster AIOps on Aruba Networking Central
Cloud-native network management service to be enhanced through GenAI LLM models applied directly to AI search to improve performance and accuracy for enhanced operator experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
25 Mar 2024
IBM enhances network IT automation capabilities with Pliant acquisition
Tech giant makes strategic purchase to further boost software networking capabilities, offering customers the tools to enable network infrastructure observability, connectivity, control and automation across hybrid cloud environments Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
20 Mar 2024
Global UCaaS market set for over 130 million users by 2028
Study from specialist comms research and consulting firm finds growth in UCaaS market continues apace, but price pressures are driving interest in value-added services Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
19 Mar 2024
Cato claims first for AI-driven networking, security incident detection and response
Artificial intelligence option from Cato enhanced to detect and identify the root cause of networking incidents and to reduce outages from hours to minutes Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
18 Mar 2024
Vodafone gets down to business with growth plan
Leading operator closes sale of Italian division and reveals go-to-market plan with pivot towards enterprise communications and business-related internet of things services in strongest current markets Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Mar 2024
Aryaka advances network, security convergence with SASE as a service
Cloud-based software-defined networking and security services provider claims to transform global secure networking with unified secure access service edge solution Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2024
NanoAvionics jumps on SpaceX to expand 5G, IoT space comms
Smallsat bus manufacturer and mission integrator’s craft expand two constellations with upcoming SpaceX Transporter-10 mission Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Mar 2024
Speedcast on board with connectivity for P&O maritime logistics
Comms and IT services provider sets sail to deliver multi-orbit, multi-path SD-WAN service across 59 vessels in fleet of provider of critical logistics support and marine offerings for offshore energy, port services and cargo transportation Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
23 Feb 2024
Audi revs up customised private 5G environment to gain edge
Auto giant’s private network aims to replicate connectivity environments found across the world to give it a competitive advantage by ensuring connected technology is sound and functional on public roads Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
22 Feb 2024
Tech consortium teams with Vodafone to deploy live Open RAN massive MIMO
Chipmakers, tech firms, networking provider and telco team to demonstrate open virtualised radio access networks and 5G Core virtual User Plane Function using Arm-based CPUs Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Feb 2024
Digital experience becomes new boardroom metric
Networking technology and services giant outlines new paradigm in experience economy, where next generation of chief digital officers demand unified understanding of every component of networked applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Tip
07 Feb 2024
4 key SD-WAN trends to watch
Managed services, secure remote access, AI applications and 5G wireless network connectivity are four important trends that should propel the SD-WAN market. Continue Reading
By- John Burke, Nemertes Research
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News
07 Feb 2024
Verizon deploys 130,000 O-RAN capable radios in network
Second big commitment to open radio access network technology from a major US operator within a couple of months indicates a ‘significant industry shift’ in momentum for open networking Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
06 Feb 2024
Cisco unveils innovations for observability as it looks to future networking vision
Networking and IT tech and services giant kicks off European flagship event with major enhancements to networking cloud vision, innovations in digital experience and user monitoring for cloud-native applications Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
01 Feb 2024
McArthurGlen gets tailor-made connectivity and security for fashion outlets
Critical network infrastructure provider teams with bespoke network services company to deliver reliable and secure connectivity for McArthurGlen’s nine retail sites across the UK Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jan 2024
Cato claims world’s first SASE-based XDR
Generative AI, detection and response, endpoint protection and new incident response tools headline expansion of core secure access service edge platform beyond networking, threat prevention and data protection Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
15 Jan 2024
Shaka closes $1m eSIM seed funding round
London-based embedded connectivity startup announces $1m seed round led by Haatch, Purple Ventures, Antler and telco angel investors to use eSIM technology Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
11 Jan 2024
CES 2024: Volvo Penta advances sea vehicle intelligence
Automotive giant’s new platform combines dual power propulsion and smart features ranging from eco mode to assisted docking to dynamic positioning through electronic vessel control system for a premium on-water experience Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2024
Software-defined vehicles market to be worth over $700bn by 2034
Research finds there is plenty of opportunity ahead for software-centric experiences surrounding connected vehicles, but warns that too many OEMs are continuing to equip vehicles with limited and sluggish tech Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2024
CES 2024: BlackBerry announces foundation for next-gen automotive, IoT systems
QNX SDP 8.0 operating platform to feature fifth-generation architecture with safe and secure microkernel, advanced tooling and cloud enablement in what is claimed to be future-proof mission-critical embedded system design Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
09 Jan 2024
Neos Networks launches 10Gbps managed dedicated internet access
Infrastructure upgrade sees managed dedicated internet access service customers now able to access higher bandwidths, alongside active monitoring and management of devices and service Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jan 2024
Skylo, FocusPoint claim first for satellite-based IoT monitoring, escalation services
Non-terrestrial networks provider extends partnership with internet of things tech firm to link up its NTN satellite network for what it calls the first satellite-based IoT monitoring and escalation service Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jan 2024
Qualcomm claims new wave of mixed reality experiences with Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2
Samsung and Google announce support for addition to flagship mobile platform supporting 4.3K per eye resolution and 12 or more concurrent cameras to deliver immersive mixed reality and virtual reality experiences Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
05 Jan 2024
LG finds higher gear with autonomous driving and infotainment
Latest collaboration between Korean CE giant and global mobility tech company combines in-vehicle infotainment capabilities with ADAS and AD technologies Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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Feature
03 Jan 2024
MENA looks ahead to networking drive
The networking industry has been traditionally defined by generational advances in technology first deployed in markets such as North America, Europe and Asia Pacific – and before too long, the Middle East and North Africa region will be joining this club Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
21 Dec 2023
Top 10 networking stories of 2023
This year has seen the continued adoption of software-defined wide area networks and secure access service edge as firms phase out multi-protocol label switching infrastructures, with artificial intelligence also stepping into the networking limelight Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly