Mon.Oct 07, 2024

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Bharti Airtel in Advanced Talks to Acquire Tata Play: Report

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Tata Play, India's largest DTH service provider, as it aims to strengthen its position in the digital TV market.

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Telkomsel joins race to use facial recognition for prepaid SIMs

Developing Telecoms

Indonesian operator Telkomsel says it is trialing facial recognition to facilitate its processes for prepaid card registration and card replacement, making it the second telco in the country to embrace the biometric technology.

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Vodafone Idea Awards Ericsson 4G/5G Contract in Key Circles

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in the country, has awarded Ericsson a major 4G/5G contract in key circles of its operation.

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Burundi and Zambia plan cable connection

Developing Telecoms

Burundi and Zambia are to be connected via an underwater fibre optic cable, following an agreement at the second Digital Government Africa Summit, which took place from 2-4 October 2024 in Zambia’s capital Lusaka.

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Vodafone Idea expands 4G/5G partnership with Ericsson in India

Telecoms Tech News

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has reinforced its long-standing network partnership with Ericsson in India through major 4G and 5G contracts. The deal will see Ericsson significantly extend its network share with Vi across the subcontinent. Under the terms of the agreement, Ericsson will upgrade existing 4G infrastructure and deploy 5G technology in the Indian telecom circles.

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ZainTECH announces partnership to support customer data-driven growth

Developing Telecoms

Data-driven strategies for customer growth and retention are in the news again – this time thanks to a division of Zain Group, a technology and digital communications provider operating in eight markets across the Middle East and Africa.

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FCC licences Starlink’s direct-to-device services as part of hurricane relief efforts

Total Telecom

News The direct-to-device (D2D) services will be available in the parts of North Carolina most badly affected by Hurricane Helene On Sunday, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) gave temporary approval for Starlink to provide D2D satellite services to parts of North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene. The hurricane, which impacted the US southeast late last month, has heavily damaged communication infrastructure across multiple states.

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Open AI raises $6.6 billion in latest funding round 

Total Telecom

News The cash injection makes it one of the most valuable private companies in the world OpenAI, the AI company behind tools like ChatGPT, has raised $6.6 billion in a new funding round, with giants such as Nvidia and SoftBank as key investors. The latest investment brings OpenAI’s valuation to $157 billion, nearly doubling from $86 billion in January this year.

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Operators bring 4G and 5G to India’s metro services

Developing Telecoms

The battle for India’s end users is not just about coverage on streets and in homes. Continuing the trend of bringing wireless communications to public rail transport, two of the country’s big three operators have just announced new metro coverage achievements in two major cities.

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From GIS to computer vision: Building a unified platform for fibre deployment

Total Telecom

Interview At Connected Britain 2024, we caught up with Sitetracker’s Global Product Lead Michael Roach to discuss how the company is using the latest technologies to make planning and deploying fibre networks simpler, faster, and more cost effective. From leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data to equipping engineers with computer vision capabilities, Roach explains why building a unified platform is key to harnessing the wealth of deployment data now available to telcos.

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Currency devaluation forces Ethio Telecom to adjust its prices

Developing Telecoms

We’ve written a lot this year about the effect of the devaluation of naira on telecoms services in Nigeria. But another African country where service providers have been hit by the devaluation of its currency is Ethiopia, whose state-owned telecom provider, Ethio Telecom, has now announced tariff increases across many of its services.

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“Consolidation is inevitable,” CityFibre CEO Greg Mesch talks market dynamics at Connected Britain 

Total Telecom

Interview At Connected Britain this year, we spoke to CityFibre’s CEO Greg Mesch to discuss the company’s recently announced deal with Sky, the current market state, and why he thinks altnet consolidation is inevitable. Watch the full interview below!

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Vodafone, Orange and e& bag 5G licences in Egypt

Developing Telecoms

All four of Egypt’s mobile operators are officially clear to offer 5G services after the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) awarded 5G licences to Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, and e& Egypt on Monday.

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Starlink Gets FCC Approval to Offer Direct-to-Cell Services: Report

Telecom Talk

Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services company has received FCC (Federal Communications Commission) approval to offer direct-to-cell services in

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Vodafone Idea expands Ericsson 5G partnership 

Total Telecom

News The deal follows a $3.6 billion network equipment deal signed with Samsung, Nokia, and Ericsson just last month This week, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its partnership with Ericsson by signing new contracts to upgrade its 4G network and introduce 5G services in in key regions, including Delhi, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan. This new deal builds on the long-standing relationship between the two companies and is aimed at strengthening India’s digital infrastructure to mee

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Vodafone Idea Engaged with DoT for Removal of Bank Guarantees

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), a prominent Indian telecom operator, has been engaged in discussions with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the removal of bank guarantees (BGs).

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Operators bring 4G and 5G to India’s metro services

Developing Telecoms

The battle for India’s end users is not just about coverage on streets and in homes. Continuing the trend of bringing wireless communications to public rail transport, two of the country’s big three operators have just announced new metro coverage achievements in two major cities.

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Airtel Blocks Over 120 Million Spam Calls with New AI Solution in AP and Telangana: Report

Telecom Talk

Airtel has launched an AI-powered spam detection system that has blocked over 122 million spam calls and 2.3 million spam SMS messages in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, enhancing customer security and user experience.

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AT&T EVP Sambar Joins AST SpaceMobile, Eyes Future of 5G

VoIP Review

The telecommunications world recently learned that Chris Sambar, AT&T’s Executive Vice President and Head of Network, will be departing the company on October 11. This announcement came via a memo circulated among AT&T employees, which stressed his significant contributions over a 22-year tenure. Sambar played a vital role in propelling the company’s connectivity efforts, especially in 5G advancement, launching FirstNet, and expanding fiber networks across many homes and busi

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Samsung Showcases AI for All Vision at Developer Conference 2024

Telecom Talk

At SDC 2024, Samsung unveiled its AI-powered future, highlighting personalised and secure multi-device experiences, smart home innovations, Bixby enhancements, AI signage solutions, and new Edge AI technology for smarter, faster, and safer homes.

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Forget performance — the only three goals for AI-native 6G systems that matter

RCR Wireless

For Rakuten Mobile’s SVP of Next Generation Advanced Research, the key is to decouple 6G workloads from the cloud-native platform In a recent article, RCR Wireless News laid out the definition of AI-native as it pertains to 6G; however, in an even more recent conversation with Rakuten Mobile’s Senior Vice President of Next Generation Advanced […] The post Forget performance — the only three goals for AI-native 6G systems that matter appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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India Is Key for AI Search Innovation, According to Google Executive: Report

Telecom Talk

Google is transforming the search experience in India through innovative AI technologies. With features like AI Overviews and voice interaction enhancements, Google aims to cater to diverse user needs.

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Amazon: 'D2D offerings are in development'

Light Reading

Amazon told a UK regulator that it's 'exploring options for D2D services' with its planned Project Kuiper LEO satellite constellation, officially positioning the company as the latest hopeful in a crowded industry.

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Vodafone Idea Now Bundles Vi Movies and TV Super Benefits With Two Hero Plans

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea (Vi) now offers free OTT benefits with its Vi Hero Unlimited Rs 449 and Rs 979 prepaid plans, including access to over 15 platforms like SonyLIV, ZEE5, and more.

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FCC gives go-ahead to T-Mobile US, Starlink for direct-to-cellular service as part of Helene response

RCR Wireless

The direct-to-cellular service is pre-commercial, but it has been activated in parts of North Carolina to help the hurricane recovery effort The Federal Communications Commission has given permission for T-Mobile US and Elon Musk’s Starlink LEO satellite service to offer direct-to-cellular service to T-Mobile US customers in parts of North Carolina as part of the […] The post FCC gives go-ahead to T-Mobile US, Starlink for direct-to-cellular service as part of Helene response appeare

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Airtel Business Launches Secure Internet Solution in Partnership with Fortinet

Telecom Talk

Airtel Business, the B2B arm of Bharti Airtel, has introduced 'Airtel Secure Internet', a new internet security solution aimed at protecting businesses from escalating cyber threats.

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‘Every factory’s a fiefdom’ – how IT/OT conflict derails big private 5G projects

RCR Wireless

Sign up here to join the RCR Wireless webinar on how to scale private 5G in Industry 4.0 (‘balancing customisation and simplicity in private industrial 5G networks’) on October 10 2024, featuring speakers from CCS Insight, Ericsson, EXFO, and Verizon Business. Also, look out for the new editorial report on the same subject, out next week, featuring […] The post ‘Every factory’s a fiefdom’ – how IT/OT conflict derails big private 5G projects appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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ITU Establishes International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience

Telecom Talk

In response to rising vulnerabilities in global telecommunications, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is establishing an International Advisory Body for

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Ericsson building rApp directory in Open RAN push

RCR Wireless

Ericsson rApp strategy is focused on network automation, deployment, evolution, healing and optimization As operators continue to push toward large-scale Open RAN deployments, a North Star is this idea of using open radio access networks as decentralized platforms for innovation. What this means, we think, is that opening up the RAN to first- and third-party […] The post Ericsson building rApp directory in Open RAN push appeared first on RCR Wireless News.

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Qualcomm Launches Wireless Networking Platform With Wi-Fi 7 and Edge AI

Telecom Talk

US-based wireless technology company Qualcomm Technologies announced on Monday the launch of the ‘Qualcomm Networking Pro A7 Elite’’ platform, which

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Comcast says customer data was stolen via cyberattack targeting outside agency

Light Reading

Comcast has notified 237,703 customers that data, including home addresses and Social Security numbers, was stolen through a ransomware attack on a third-party debt collection agency that is no longer used by the operator.

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Airtel Launches Network Connectivity Along Pune Metro’s New North-South Corridor

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel announced that its commuters can enjoy uninterrupted and seamless connectivity on the newly inaugurated North-South Corridor of the Pune metro.

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KT, KT SAT claim world’s first with NTN technology

RCR Wireless

The test was conducted at KT SAT’s Geumsan Satellite Center in collaboration with Rohde & Schwarz Korea and Viavi Solutions Korea South Korea’s KT and its satellite subsidiary KT SAT announced the successful integration of KOREASAT 6 with a terrestrial 5G network, utilizing the 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) standard, according to Korean press reports.

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iOS 18.1 to Bring Much Awaited Apple Intelligence Features: Report

Telecom Talk

Apple is soon going to bring the new AI (Apple Intelligence in this case) features with the iOS 18.1 rollout.

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Vapor IO hopes for an Nvidia-powered AI push at the edge

Light Reading

Vapor IO said it will deploy Nvidia's AI Aerial platform in Las Vegas, a move intended to kickstart the market for AI applications running in edge computing data centers.

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Vodafone Idea Netflix Prepaid Plans in India

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest telecom operator in the country, has two Netflix prepaid plans.

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Internet of Things, Augmented Reality Promoted at 6 GigaHertz

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2024 – The Federal Communications Commission chairwoman circulated Friday a proposal to expand unlicensed operation for very low power devices in the 6 GigaHertz (GHz) band. The proposal being shared with commissioner offices would open up the remaining 350 megahertz of the band for indoor and outdoor use by VLP devices, without a frequency coordination system.

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