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Germany sets aside €1bn for fibre broadband expansion 

Total Telecom

million connections have been made possible through federal gigabit funding The German Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport (BMDV) has launched its 2025 Gigabit Funding programme. News To date, around 4.3 Starting this month, 1.2

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España hit with major telecom blackout after power outage April 28th

IEEE ComSoc

Landline services were hard hit, and all voice-related services experienced disruptions to varying degrees. The power outage severely affected transport systems, payment terminals, and public safety infrastructure. Services were largely restored by the afternoon as landlines and fixed internet services were also reportedly down.

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The Growing Crisis of Copper Theft

US Telecom

Local landline cuts can disrupt the lives of many including businesses, public safety providers and even banking and airline operations. This does not have to happen on a large scale. All of these incidents have an impact on our economy and pose national security risks.

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What is a Virtual Phone System, and Why Do You Need One?

VoIP MS

Unlike traditional landlines, these calls are made with the help of software you can download on your laptop or cellphone (like mobile apps). In comparison, traditional landlines take time to install. Think of it as a step before virtual phone systems, that convert analog into digital signals and transport them via the internet.

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Telecom Industry Summit Puts Focus on Harms from Copper Theft

Broadband Breakfast

While the rising global demand for copper has driven much of this theft, with prices increasing by more than 60% over the past four years, the issue extends to 5G small cells, wireless towers, fiber-optic lines, and even landline telephones, industry experts said.   Cantu cited an example in Denver, Colo.,

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Q&A: How Does VoIP Security Differ from Traditional Phone Systems?

VoIP Insider

Secure Real-Time Transport Protocol, or SRTP) and firewalls specifically designed for VoIP traffic. The Ultimate Guide to VoIP Security & Encryption VoIP Security: How to Protect Your Voice VoIP VS. Landline – How Do They Compare? Q: What specific vulnerabilities do Traditional Phone Systems face?

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Rewind to the 90s: Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai Review

Airtel

Nostalgia: A Trip Down Memory Lane One of the show’s biggest strengths is its ability to transport viewers back to the 90s. From the clothing and hairstyles to the use of landlines and pagers, every detail is meticulously crafted to evoke nostalgia.