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DIPA and Vodafone Idea Forge Partnership to Drive Sustainable Telecom Infrastructure in India

Telecom Talk

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) and Vodafone Idea (Vi) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of green energy solutions across India’s digital infrastructure landscape in a move toward building a sustainable telecommunications ecosystem. Also Read: Nxtra by Airtel Expands Edge Data Centers, Showcases Green Energy Efforts to RE100 Core Members Green Partnership for a Sustainable Future “This strategic partnership will focus on

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BSNL soft-launches 5G fixed wireless access in Hyderabad

Developing Telecoms

Indian state-owned telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) reportedly soft-launched a 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) offering in Hyderabad and other select cities on Wednesday.

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Jio and Airtel’s Rs 11, 10GB Hourly Plans Signal What the Future of Telecom Pricing Might Look Like

Telecom Talk

Two of India’s largest telecom operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel , are offering Rs 11 prepaid data plans offering 10GB of high-speed data valid for one hour. It’s a move that, at first glance, appears like a small-value add-on for heavy data users. But a closer look reveals a more strategic shift one that could redefine how mobile data is priced, delivered, and consumed in India.

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Cloudflare neutralises largest DDoS onslaught in history

Telecoms Tech News

Cloudflare thwarted the largest distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack ever recorded, a colossal 7.3 terabits per second (Tbps) torrent of malicious data aimed at one of its customers. The event, which took place in mid-May, was 12 percent larger than Cloudflare’s previous recorded peak and surpassed another recent attack by a full 1 Tbps.

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Inside BSNL’s Quantum 5G FWA: How Indian Engineers Are Quietly Rewriting the Rules of Connectivity

Telecom Talk

In a low-profile launch at BSNL’s Ameerepet Exchange in Hyderabad, India took a confident step toward redefining the future of broadband. The state-run telecom major, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), unveiled Quantum 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) a 100% indigenous, SIM-less, fiber-grade internet solution delivered over 5G radio. This isn’t just another product launch.

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Brookfield's Hotwire buy reportedly worth $7B

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Brookfield's acquisition of Hotwire reportedly values the fiber-focused operator at $7 billion. T-Mobile was believed to be among the parties interested in snapping up Hotwire.

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Reliance Jio Launches AX6000 Universal Router with Wi-Fi 6 and AI Mesh Support

Telecom Talk

Reliance Jio has introduced the new Jio AX6000 Universal Router, which the company describes as one of India’s most powerful and affordable WiFi 6 routers, designed to meet the demands of modern smart homes. The device , which Jio calls its latest innovation, supports mesh networking and is compatible with all major Internet Service Providers ( ISPs ) when connected via Ethernet.

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India Leading the Way in Affordable Internet Access: DoT

Telecom Talk

India is leading the way globally in providing affordable and quality data for all, according to the report by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the Ministry of Communications. India boasts some of the lowest mobile data tariffs in the world, with costs averaging 16 cents per GB. These tariffs in India, among the lowest in the world, as stated by the DoT in the report, encouraging companies to invest in India and in telecom.

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Telkomsel expands 5G network infrastructure in Batam

Light Reading

Telkomsel has expanded its 5G coverage in Batam by installing additional 5G base transceiver stations in key areas of the city. This increased the total number of BTS units to 112.

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VOX Solutions Powers Claro Ecuador’s A2P SMS and Voice Traffic

VoIP Review

VOX Solutions has been announced as the exclusive gateway for international Application-to-Person (A2P) SMS and voice traffic for Claro Ecuador. This strategic role allows VOX Solutions to facilitate a secure and direct channel for delivering A2P messages into Claro’s network. Such a partnership offers significant advantages by ensuring reliable and seamless communication, while allowing Claro to maintain comprehensive control over its traffic delivery.

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BT and Vodafone tech bosses troubled by dark side of AI

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AI is giving rise to new and more sophisticated security threats, say BT's Howard Watson and Vodafone's Scott Petty, and there is concern about its impact on jobs.

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France Secures Military Comms Deal with Eutelsat

VoIP Review

Eutelsat and the French Ministry of the Armed Forces have entered a landmark agreement aimed at enhancing military satellite communications through low Earth orbit (LEO) technology. This partnership marks the first concrete step in the Ministry’s NEXUS (Neo-Espace pour de multiples Usages Sécurisés) initiative, which seeks to integrate military and commercial assets to improve national space-based defense infrastructure.

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Virgin Media O2 upgrades mobile network in Glasgow

RCR Wireless

Virgin Media O2 said that the improvement works are part of the telco’s mobile transformation plan for 2025 In sum – what to know: Widespread mobile upgrade – Virgin Media O2 has enhanced mobile coverage across over 3,000 postcodes in Glasgow, delivering improved 4G and 5G services as part of a city-wide network transformation.

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Rohit Rawool: Why Hardware Matters in a Software-Driven World

Broadband Breakfast

In today’s policy landscape, software often steals the spotlight. From artificial intelligence to cloud computing, the digital age has crowned software as the driver of innovation. Yet, as we chase the promise of a hyper-connected future, we risk overlooking a critical component of our technological infrastructure: mechanical engineering in telecommunications hardware.

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Xiaomi Pad 7 available at Lower Price in India

Telecom Talk

Xiaomi, a Chinese tech maker, launched the Pad 7 in India during early 2025. The tablet comes powered with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC. It has a large 11.16-inch display with support for 3.2K resolution. There’s Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support. For a great sound experience, the tablet also comes with a quad-speaker setup. The tablet supports Wi-Fi 6 and it is available in three different colours.

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Supreme Court Finds District Judges Can Review Agency Rules

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, June 20, 2025 – In a significant shift, the Supreme Court ruled Friday that rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission can be reviewed and potentially found invalid by district courts. The court decided 6-3 that the Hobbs Act does not prevent lower district courts from reviewing the validity of orders as part of enforcement actions that come after a given rule takes effect.

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The Next Wave of Cybersecurity

Paloalto Networks

Cloud and SOC Integration Traditional approaches to cloud security can’t keep up with real-time attacks. To protect against modern threats, organizations need a unified approach that combines best-in-class cloud detection and response (CDR) with industry-leading CNAPP. In today’s modern business landscape, cloud technology adoption has skyrocketed, driven largely by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Texas Senator Resigns to Lead Comptroller’s Office, Citing Broadband as Key Priority

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, June 20, 2025 – Texas Sen. Kelly Hancock , a Republican lawmaker with ties to broadband expansion policy, has resigned from the Legislature to lead the Comptroller’s Office – just as the state prepares to distribute billions in federal and state broadband funds. Hancock replaces outgoing Comptroller Glenn Hegar , who is leaving the post to become chancellor of the Texas A&M University System.

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SB Payment Service Scales Applications with VMware Tanzu Platform

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In Japan, cashless payments are increasing, with more transactions being completed year over year. To cope with the increasing demand, SB Payment Service, a leading payment agency service provider in the country, turned to VMware Tanzu Platform for Cloud Foundry for application scalability. SB Payment Service offers multiple e-commerce merchants a centralized service that integrates … Continued The post SB Payment Service Scales Applications with VMware Tanzu Platform appeared first on Tan

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Wireless Industry Blasted Over Spectrum Study

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, June 20, 2025 — A recent study backed by U.S. mobile industry trade association CTIA has come under fire from economists and industry analysts who say the report dramatically exaggerates the benefits of reallocating mid-band spectrum for 5G. The study, conducted by economic consulting firm NERA , claimed that allocating 100 megahertz of licensed mid-band spectrum for mobile use would generate $264 billion in GDP, create 1.55 million new jobs, and expand high-speed wireless bro

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ESA and Hispasat Launch QKD Satellite Project

VoIP Review

The European Space Agency (ESA) and Spanish satellite provider Hispasat have initiated a new project named Q-Design, aimed at revolutionizing quantum key distribution (QKD) through satellite networks. The initiative will explore deploying QKD via geostationary and low Earth orbit (GEO and LEO) satellites, in addition to terrestrial systems, to ensure secure communications across diverse network types.

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Broadcom (VMware) recognized in the 2025 Gartner®  Market Guide for Digital Sovereignty Solutions

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In the face of rising geopolitical concerns, economic considerations and tightening regulatory environments, digital sovereignty has become a critical focus for enterprises across the globe. Companies of all sizes are looking to understand and regain control over their data, operations, and technology, whilst ensuring compliance with increasingly complex data protection and privacy laws.

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China Tower upgrades infra for AI, IoT and satellite tech

RCR Wireless

China Tower says 5.6 million base stations and 2.1 million tower sites in China are being revamped for AI. In sum – what to know: Smart infra shift – China Tower is converting 2.1 million tower sites into intelligent, multi-use digital nodes for AI, IoT, drone operations, and underground connectivity.

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The Buildout: Archtop Fiber commences 'ConnectAll' build in New York

Light Reading

This week in broadband builds: Archtop Fiber breaks ground on municipal network in Sullivan County, New York; GoNetspeed to start construction in East Haven, Connecticut; AT&T extends fiber in rural Mississippi – and more.

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5G Testing Challenge: Private networks

RCR Wireless

In neutral-host private networks, testing and integration are particularly important There are a number of network testing challenges that are evident at the halfway point of the 5G era—most prominently, Fixed Wireless Access (read more here), the nascent integration of Non-Terrestrial Networks, and the increasing adoption and scale of private networks.

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Future-Proof Your Network With Cisco’s Simpler, Smarter, Safer SD-WAN

Cisco Wireless

Cisco's latest updates to our SD-WAN solutions showcase our commitment to innovation. These advancements empower businesses and deliver secure connectivity.

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Apple’s Digital Identity Push: What It Means for the Mobile Ecosystem

Telecom Ramblings

This Industry Viewpoint was authored by Dario Betti, Mobile Ecosystem Forum Apple has quietly but decisively made two major announcements at its June 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) that could reshape the role of identity in mobile services—including for operators, wholesalers, and enterprise service providers.

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ZTE showcases 5G RAN solutions at MWC Shanghai 2025 

RCR Wireless

Shanghai, China, 20 June 2025 – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has demonstrated a comprehensive suite of innovative products and solutions for radio access network at MWC Shanghai 2025.

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Exploring VMware Cloud Foundation

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The Virtually Speaking Podcast is back with a brand-new 9-part series dedicated to VMware Cloud Foundation 9 (VCF 9) – the most significant evolution of VMware’s flagship private cloud platform to date. Hosted by Pete Flecha and John Nicholson, this series takes you behind the scenes with the product experts, engineers, and visionaries driving the VCF 9 transformation.

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ZTE’s AI infrastructure and AI-powered terminals revealed at MWC Shanghai

IEEE ComSoc

ZTE Corporation unveiled a full range of AI innovations under the theme “ Catalyzing Intelligent Innovation ” at MWC Shanghai 2025. These innovations include AI + networks, AI applications, and AI-powered terminals. During several demonstrations, ZTE showcased its key advancements in AI phones and smart homes. Leveraging its underlying capabilities, the company is committed to providing full-stack solutions—from infrastructure to application ecosystems—for operators, enterprises, an

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India caps tariffs for public Wi-Fi scheme providers to boost affordable connectivity

Light Reading

TRAI, India's telecom regulator, has introduced a ceiling on broadband tariffs for public Wi-Fi operators under the PM-WANI scheme, but the impact may be limited as rates are already close to the proposed cap.

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Supporters Urge Capitol Hill to Protect Unlicensed, Shared Spectrum

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, June 20, 2025 – Supporters of unlicensed and shared spectrum services keep pushing Capitol Hill lawmakers to protect those airwaves if they restore the Federal Communications Commission’s ability to auction wireless licenses. Consumer advocacy group Public Knowledge urged email recipients Friday to contact their senators and representatives and tell them to protect the 6 GigaHertz band from being auctioned as part of the bill.

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Eurobites: Ericsson claims network-autonomy breakthrough with TDC Net

Light Reading

Also in today's EMEA regional roundup: APIs venture attracts more big names; BBC threatens legal action against Perplexity; UK heatwave has chilling effect on broadband speeds.

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ZTE unveils its vision for AI infra at MWC Shanghai

RCR Wireless

ZTE is heavily investing in AI-native network architecture and high-efficiency computing In sum – what to know: AI-native networks – ZTE is redesigning telecom infrastructure with embedded intelligence, modular data centers and AI-driven energy systems to meet escalating AI compute demands.

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Apple and Meta will reportedly swerve immediate fines for breaching EU rules

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The European Commission will not impose immediate financial penalties on Apple and Meta if they fail to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) by next week's deadline, according to a report.

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Livestreamers and FTTR – Huawei outlines four paths to telecom growth

RCR Wireless

Huawei laid out a four-part roadmap to accelerate industry growth during a keynote at MWC in Shanghai, suggesting livestreamers represent a lucrative user segment, growing from 10 million in 2022 to 130 million in 2030.

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Investors flock to FiberCop offer

telecoms.com

FiberCop has doubled the size of a bond issue in a matter of days to a sizeable €2.8 billion on the back on strong demand, increasing the funds it will have available for network rollout.

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