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DEFRA signs BT contract to use EE for real-time environment data

Telecoms Tech News

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has signed a contract with BT to use its EE mobile network for real-time data. At the heart of the five-year contract is the provision of 34,000 mobile connections. These will not only support DEFRA personnel directly but also connect a diverse range of devices crucial. Read more » The post DEFRA signs BT contract to use EE for real-time environment data appeared first on Telecoms Tech News.

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AALTO’s HAPS drone Zephyr logs 67 days of continuous flight

Total Telecom

Press Release AALTO HAPS Ltd. (AALTO or the Company), an Airbus subsidiary based in Farnborough, UK, has set a world-record for global aviation with its Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS). Designed, manufactured and operated by AALTO, Zephyr concluded 67 days, 6 hours and 52 minutes of continuous flight in the stratosphere on 28 April 2025.

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BSNL and ACES India to deliver underground connectivity for Kanpur Metro

Developing Telecoms

State-owned operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and telecom and digital infrastructure solutions provider ACES India have signed an agreement to deliver seamless voice and data connectivity across the Kanpur Metro's deep underground stations and tunnels.

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BT signs deal to bolster DEFRA’s connectivity with 4G network

Total Telecom

News The deal will see BT provide theDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)with thousands of mobile connections for both workers and environmental sensors Today, BT has announced a multi-million-pound contract to use its network to connect 34,000 workers and devices for DEFRA. The five-year deal will see the operator (EE)s 4G mobile network connect various IoT sensors that provide real-time monitoring of various environmental situations across England, Scotland, and Wales, in

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Cataleya and Aarenet form regional partnership in Southeast Asia

Developing Telecoms

Cataleya and Aarenet have announced that they have established full interoperability to facilitate their expansion into Southeast Asia.

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One-in-ten UK farmers lack internet connectivity

Total Telecom

Press Release The majority of farmers (60%) say internet connectivity is critical to running their farm, yet almost one-in-ten farms (8%) do not have any internet connectivity at all A nationwide survey of UK farmers has revealed that poor internet connectivity risks stifling growth and productivity on Britains farms, with unreliable broadband holding back the adoption of new technology including AI and real-time monitoring capabilities.

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Is West Africa edging closer to borderless roaming?

Developing Telecoms

Last weeks agreement between Togo and Burkina Faso to end roaming charges for incoming calls comes into effect at the end of this month. But is it really part of a growing wave of roaming initiatives across West Africa?

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Philippe Alcaras Joins Aprecomm Advisory Board to Support Global Growth

VoIP Review

Aprecomm has appointed Philippe Alcaras to its advisory board. He brings a wealth of experience from his tenure as CEO at Airties, where he successfully led the company into new markets. His expertise will be instrumental in guiding Aprecomm’s executive team as the demand for its AI-driven customer experience platform rises globally. Previously, Alcaras remarked, Aprecomm has already secured over 20% of the Indian fixed broadband market and is supplying close to 50 service providers with i

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Intelsat and Axess partner for seamless coverage of the Americas

Developing Telecoms

Global satellite operator Intelsat announced on Thursday it is expanding its partnership with Hispasats teleport operator and satellite services provider Axess Networks to provide satellite communications services throughout the Americas.

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How To: Maximize VoIP Phone Features for Better Team Communication

VoIP Insider

In an office setting, there will most likely be a professional business phone on your desk where you can make and receive calls, listen to voicemails, etc. However, if youre anything like me, Ive noticed there seems to be more and more buttons, options, and things that light up with no clue what to do with them or how they can help you with your work.

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Advancing Full Fiber Investment in Europe: Financing the Path to Universal Connectivity

Broadband Breakfast

Europe's digital transformation relies heavily on the widespread deployment of full fiber networks. As a cornerstone of the continent’s Digital Decade strategy, fiber-to-the-home infrastructure underpins not only high-speed connectivity but also economic competitiveness, sustainability, and digital autonomy. While substantial progress has already been made, recent market dynamics underscore the importance of carefully calibrated investment strategies to complete this transformation.

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DIDWW Expands Lithuanian DID Coverage for Seamless Global Reach

VoIP Review

DIDWW has taken a significant step in enhancing its global reach by extending local DID coverage in Lithuania. As a prominent provider of DID numbers, the initiative demonstrates their dedication to expanding their international presence. Lithuanian local DIDs are now readily available and can be activated instantly through the self-service portal or API.

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Global smartphone market stalls as emerging markets saturate

Developing Telecoms

The global smartphone market recorded flat growth in the first quarter of 2025, as signs of saturation emerge in key developing regions, according to the latest report from analyst firm Canalys.

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FCC Advances 37 GHz Spectrum Sharing for Next-Gen Connectivity

VoIP Review

The Federal Communications Commission ( FCC ) is advancing its efforts to clarify and enforce rules for sharing the 37 GHz spectrum band. This initiative aims to promote various applications like wireless backhaul, broadband, and IoT services while enhancing the capacity of mobile networks. For years, the FCC has been laying the groundwork for a system of coordinated sharing in the 37 GHz band.

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Mixed fortunes for Indian aims to attract ICT investment

Developing Telecoms

Theres bad news and good news for ICT-related employment in India, with Zoho holding back on plans to put money into a semiconductor facility and Rakuten boosting its investment in the country.

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Paul Bunyan Communications is expanding the GigaZone to Coleraine and Bovey (Itasca County)

Blandin on Broadband

Paul Bunyan Communications reports… Paul Bunyan Communications is excited to announce more expansion plans for this year! Our cooperative will be expanding its all-fiber optic network the GigaZone, to over 800 more locations in the cities of Coleraine and Bovey. City of Bovey Includes over 350 locations and construction is anticipated to start in late summer/early fall City of Coleraine Includes over 480 locations and construction will start in mid-May.

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Zain Iraq teams with Krafton Europe to boost esports development

Developing Telecoms

Zain Iraq says it has signed a strategic MoU with Krafton Europe the global games company behind hit titles such as PUBG: Battlegrounds to develop Iraqs growing gaming and esports sector and improve the player experience.

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Networks for AI and AI for Networks: AWS and Orange’s Journey

AWS Telecommunications

Note from the Authors: At Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2025, the GSMA hosted a generative AI summit featuring industry leaders across the globe including McKinsey, NVIDIA, and others. In our jointly-hosted fireside chat, we had the chance to talk about a unique symbiosis of telecom and Cloud that we coined Networks for AI, AI for Networks : our joint vision for enabling the AI Futures.

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Partnership supports digital transformation of Brazil’s retail sector

Developing Telecoms

Magalu Cloud, a cloud computing services platform, and data centres and connectivity company Ascenty, have committed to continuing a partnership to support the digital transformation of Brazils retail sector.

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Indus Towers to Issue Dividend as Vi Payments Comes

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in the country is expected to pay out dividends to investors after the FY25 results.

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Khazna to build AI-capable data centre in Turkey

Developing Telecoms

Digital infrastructure company Khazna Data Centres, part of UAE-based artificial intelligence-focused technology group G42, has announced plans to build an AI-capable data centre in Turkey, with a potential capacity of up to 100MW, after securing a site in Bakent Organized Industrial Zone in Ankara.

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Apple CEO Confirms Most iPhones Sold in the US will Come from India

Telecom Talk

Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, recently said that most of the iPhones that will be sold in the United States (US) will come from the Indian market.

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Modernize 5G networks with second-generation AWS Outposts racks

AWS Telecommunications

Introduction At MWC 2025, AWS announced the preview of a new AWS Outposts racks offering for high-throughput, network-intensive workloads. We are pleased to announce that this offering is now generally available as part of the second-generation Outposts racks launch. With this launch, Outposts empowers communication service providers (CSPs) to accelerate modernization of their on-premises telecom workloads such as 5G User Plane Function (UPF) and Radio Access Network (RAN) Central Unit (CU) func

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Airtel Launches New 100 Mbps Xstream Fiber Plans with Netflix and Other OTT Benefits

Telecom Talk

Bharti Airtel has introduced two new Xstream Fiber plans.

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DoD reportedly enlists in AT&T's plan to blow up CBRS band

Light Reading

A new proposal from the Pentagon would move existing CBRS spectrum users including Charter and Comcast to another band. That would free up 100MHz of spectrum for 5G.

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Vodafone Idea Prepaid Plans: New Rs 2399 Plan Launched

Telecom Talk

Discover the full list of Vodafone Idea (Vi) prepaid plans for 2025, including unlimited packs, data add-ons, OTT subscriptions, and validity details across all telecom circles in India.

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SF908 passes in Senate to provide revisions on broadband installer training and certification

Blandin on Broadband

The Minnesota DFL reports. Today, the Minnesota Senate passed legislation authored by Senator Rob Kupec (DFL-Moorhead) which will help accelerate broadband installation while upholding strong labor and safety standards. The bill passed in a unanimous vote of 64 0. The bipartisan legislation, SF 908, will require any workers installing underground broadband in Minnesota to have a broadband safety certification beginning on January 1, 2026.

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Fiber Remains Backbone of Telecom Backhaul, Say Telecom Executives: Report

Telecom Talk

Fiber remains the cornerstone of India’s telecom backhaul infrastructure, even as emerging technologies such as microwave, E-band, and wireless consumer

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California Assembly Committee Advances Broadband Affordability, Copper Retirement Bills

Broadband Breakfast

WASHINGTON, May 1, 2025 – The California State Assembly's communications committee advanced two broadband bills Wednesday, both of which will now be taken up by the chamber’s appropriations committee. The committee cleared the California Affordable Home Internet Act , which would require broadband providers to charge no more than $15 per month for service to low-income households.

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TRAI Favours a Level Playing Field Between Traditional Broadcasters and OTT Platforms: Report

Telecom Talk

TRAI Chairman urges regulatory parity between traditional broadcasters and OTT platforms at WAVES Summit 2025, highlighting the need for fair and balanced content governance in the digital age.

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Q1 2025 reveals diverging strategies among US carriers

RCR Wireless

T-Mobile US leads in growth, AT&T balances fiber and wireless and Verizon leans on loyalty perks in Q1 2025 If you’re looking for a quick read on the U.S.

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Nvidia Announces USD 500 Billion Investment in US for AI Chip Production

Telecom Talk

Global Chipmaking company Nvidia has announced a USD 500 billion investment to expand artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure across the United

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Places to list your business phone number for free

Ooma

If your number isnt easy to find, potential customers might give up and move on to a competitor. Thats why listing your business phone number across multiple listings is essential. The good news? Many of these listings are completely free. They only require a little effort on your part to take advantage of them. The post Places to list your business phone number for free appeared first on Ooma.com - Smart solutions for home and business.

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Spammers Shift to OTT Platforms Amid Tightened Telco Scrutiny, Says COAI: Report

Telecom Talk

With telecom operators tightening measures against spam and fraudulent communications, spammers are increasingly shifting to over-the-top (OTT) platforms such as

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Ericsson and Nokia were cutting 20,000 jobs as Huawei grew

Light Reading

About a tenth of jobs at Ericsson and Nokia have disappeared in just over two years, while Huawei has added 33,000 R&D roles since it came under US fire.

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Vodafone Idea Launches New Rs 2399 Prepaid Plan

Telecom Talk

Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), the third-largest telecom operator in India, has brought a new prepaid plan for the consumers.

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Scaling the Cisco AI Assistant for Support with Splunk

Cisco Wireless

Cisco needed to scale its virtual support engineer that assists its technical support teams around the world. By leveraging its own Splunk technology, Cisco was able to scale the AI assistant to support more than 1M cases and free up engineers to concentrate on more complex cases, creating a 93+% customer satisfaction rating, and ensuring the critical support continues running in the face of any disruption.