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19 May 2025
Dell Technologies pitches its hardware for AI data centers
By Tim McCarthyServers, networking and storage hardware take center stage at Dell Technologies World 2025, as well as a tightly integrated offering with AI titans such as Nvidia and Google.
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19 May 2025
Addition of new AI capabilities shows Starburst's growth
By Eric AvidonThe open source data lakehouse vendor continues to evolve beyond being a data mesh specialist with the additions of agentic tools, a development environment and a data catalog.
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19 May 2025
Chinese cyber spooks lure laid-off US government workers
By Alex ScroxtonA Washington DC-based think tank has published evidence that Chinese intelligence services have been running a network of digital ‘front’ companies targeting laid-off government workers as recruits
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19 May 2025
Ekco bolsters cyber testing with Predatech buy
By Simon QuickeManaged security services provider hits the M&A trail to extend its options and UK coverage
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16 May 2025
Channel catch-up: News in brief
By Simon QuickeDevelopments this week at Ignition Technologies, Phoenix Software, Westcon-Comstor and Utelogy
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16 May 2025
5GAA claims first-ever satellite, 5G-V2X direct vehicle connectivity
By Joe O’HalloranLeading car manufacturers demonstrate what is said to be a world-first for emergency messaging and hazard warnings showing the ability for vehicles to connect over non-terrestrial networks, complementing terrestrial 4G and 5G
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16 May 2025
ITS claims UK first for 50G-PON business trial
By Joe O’HalloranWhat is described as ‘pioneering’ test with Lancashire-based technology group said to have shown early demand for next-generation fibre speeds through passive optical network
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16 May 2025
BT to bring gigabit broadband to hard-to-reach Swansea Bay areas
By Joe O’HalloranUK’s leading comms provider inks £10m contract to deliver full-fibre to nearly 1,800 sites across the south coast of Wales, bridging connectivity gaps in Pembrokeshire, Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire
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16 May 2025
Com4 selects Nokia 5G standalone core to power global IoT
By Joe O’HalloranNorwegian managed internet of things connectivity provider installs 5G Standalone Core to power global IoT services with a flexible architecture to enable company to meet demand for connected devices
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15 May 2025
NHS asks suppliers to sign up to cyber covenant
By Alex ScroxtonNHS digital and security leaders call on their suppliers to commit to a cyber security charter as the health service works to improve its resilience in the face of growing threat levels
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15 May 2025
GSMA calls for governments to prioritise affordable mobile spectrum
By Joe O’HalloranGlobal Spectrum Pricing Report from mobile trade association finds spectrum costs have risen sharply, increasing the cost burden on operators and constraining critical network investment
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15 May 2025
Lancashire Police extends use of Pronto tech for faster, more effective response
By Joe O’HalloranNorthwest of England force unveils next-gen approach to policing with voice-activated systems in vehicles and livestream body cameras that give the control room real-time visibility of incidents
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15 May 2025
SonicWall keeps focus on MSP channel
By Simon QuickeSecurity player continues to roll out products and services for its partners as it identifies further growth fueled by customer demand for zero-trust solutions
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15 May 2025
Myriota and ETSI team to boost NTN IoT satellite comms standardisation
By Joe O’HalloranGlobal IoT-optimised satellite connectivity provider becomes associate member of leading communications standards body to boost delivery to mobile devices
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14 May 2025
London Fire Brigade improves emergency response network
By Joe O’HalloranUK’s largest fire service turns to advanced comms tech – including real-time data analytics and social media integration – to make it easier and quicker for the public to contact it and improve its response to emergencies across UK capital
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14 May 2025
Fibre, 5G continue to expand global footprint
By Joe O’HalloranCore ‘future-proof’ communications technologies are steadily expanding their reach as wireless applications gain ground in key territories
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14 May 2025
Openreach connects first customers under Project Gigabit partnership
By Joe O’HalloranUK’s leading broadband provider reveals initial customers in hardest-to-reach communities gaining gigabit access as part of partnership with government’s £5bn deployment scheme
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14 May 2025
New security paradigm needed for IT/OT convergence
By Aaron TanIndustry leaders and policymakers highlight growing cyber threats from the integration of IT and operational technology systems, calling for collaboration and regulatory frameworks to protect critical systems, among other measures
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13 May 2025
Surrey Search & Rescue taps Ericsson and UK Connect for critical connectivity
By Joe O’HalloranAdvanced connectivity solution that includes vehicle router and ruggedised devices deployed under SARNET initiative helps search and rescue teams respond faster, improving survival outcomes
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13 May 2025
KDDI, DriveNets team to accelerate open network architecture
By Joe O’HalloranStrategic partner to see leading carrier and software-based network services provider promote openness, disaggregation and innovation from the core network to the edge and aggregation layers
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13 May 2025
O2 upgrades Wembley Stadium connectivity
By Joe O’HalloranUpgrade around major UK sporting arena to see fans gaining access to dedicated distributed antenna system-based 5G standalone network inside the stadium, in addition to small cells and upgraded masts in surrounding area
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13 May 2025
Private cellular business deployments to reach more than 7,000 by 2030
By Joe O’HalloranResearch finds enhanced security features and neutral host deployments will be central to expediting growth across all sectors for key sector of mobile industry
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12 May 2025
Nokia looks to light up in-building enterprise connectivity with Aurelis
By Joe O’HalloranFibre-based LAN solution designed to deliver simple, reliable and future-proof local area connectivity for enterprises, using up to 70% less cabling and 40% less power than copper-based technologies
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12 May 2025
Wi-Fi 7 trials show ‘significant’ performance gains in enterprise environments
By Joe O’HalloranWireless technology consortium reveals industry trials of latest Wi-Fi standard in enterprise scenarios revealing increased throughput, lower latency and enhanced efficiency for high-demand applications
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12 May 2025
Virgin Media O2, Daisy Group merge to form B2B comms company
By Joe O’HalloranComms provider and IT services company unite to offer digital-first connectivity and managed services
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12 May 2025
University will ‘pull the plug’ to test Nutanix disaster recovery
By Antony AdsheadUniversity of Reading set to save circa £500,000 and deploy Nutanix NC2 hybrid cloud that will allow failover from main datacentre
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09 May 2025
UK broadband hits 2025 target with strong first quarter
By Joe O’HalloranStudy from UK communications regulator finds gigabit broadband on track to become virtually universally available across country by 2023, with the number of full-fibre broadband connections in particular increasing to nine million in past six months
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09 May 2025
Nordic countries plan offline payment system for disaster backup
By Karl FlindersBoard member of the Bank of Finland reveals plan as likelihood of losing internet connectivity increases amid geopolitical tensions
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08 May 2025
US tells CNI orgs to stop connecting OT kit to the web
By Alex ScroxtonUS authorities have released guidance for owners of critical national infrastructure in the face of an undisclosed number of cyber incidents
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08 May 2025
Leading European telcos call for exclusive access to 6GHz band
By Joe O’HalloranOpen letter from Europe’s leading telcos demands exclusive access to key wireless spectrum band for the benefit of Europe’s economy and to ensure successful roll-out of 6G, underpinning digital societies
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08 May 2025
UK government websites to replace passwords with secure passkeys
By Bill GoodwinGovernment websites are to replace difficult-to-remember passwords with highly secure passkeys that will protect against phishing and cyber attackers
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07 May 2025
Meta awarded $167m in court battle with spyware mercenaries
By Alex ScroxtonWhatsApp owner Meta is awarded millions of dollars in damages and compensation after its service was exploited by users of mercenary spyware developer NSO’s infamous Pegasus mobile malware
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07 May 2025
Europe leads shift from cyber security ‘headcount gap’ to skills-based hiring
By Kim LoohuisResearch from Sans Institute reveals European organisations are leading a global shift in hiring priorities, driven by regional regulatory frameworks
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07 May 2025
UK at risk of Russian cyber and physical attacks as Ukraine seeks peace deal
By Bill GoodwinUK cyber security chief warns of ‘direct connection’ between Russian cyber attacks and physical threats to the UK
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07 May 2025
Global broadband growth slows at end of 2024
By Joe O’HalloranFourth quarter 2024 update of global connectivity market shows subscribers pass 1.5 billion barrier as fibre, non-terrestrial and fixed wireless gain popularity, especially in emerging markets
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07 May 2025
Nokia supplies 1.2Tbps backbone in Pakistan and private wireless to Maersk fleet
By Joe O’HalloranComms tech provider lands large-scale contracts for optical fixed network in Pakistan and IoT connectivity platform with mobile network to enhance operational efficiency at shipping firm
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07 May 2025
Evolve IP combines tech and sales support function
By Simon QuickeComms player makes move to streamline assistance it can provide to its reseller base
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07 May 2025
Cisco lays out plans for networking in era of quantum computing
By Cliff SaranThe network equipment provider has opened a new lab and developed a prototype chip as it fleshes out its quantum networking strategy
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07 May 2025
DCC signs contracts for major smart meter network upgrade
By Joe O’HalloranUK energy and utilities data company inks major contract with industry partners in IT and communications sector to enable modernisation of Data Service Provider platform
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06 May 2025
Options for Google as DoJ seeks divestiture
By Cliff SaranThe US Department of Justice is calling for Google to divest its adtech business. Google says it’s impossible. But is there an alternative?
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06 May 2025
Belfast Digital Twin Centre to fast track industrial adoption of deep tech
By Joe O’HalloranTech centre designed to create conditions for digital twins to be better understood, more easily developed and more meaningfully applied, giving businesses real-time capabilities to make smarter decisions
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06 May 2025
UK altnets’ long-term survival ‘in question’ as 96% consider M&A
By Joe O’HalloranStudy from business connectivity firm warns that while alternative broadband providers have fuelled full-fibre expansion and delivered much-needed competition, many are having to explore strategies for survival
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06 May 2025
Defra taps BT to connect workers, sensors across UK
By Joe O’HalloranUK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs inks deal to provide 34,000 mobile connections to support real-time reporting on issues from flooding to farming disease outbreaks, and improve connectivity and safety for remote workforce
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06 May 2025
Maintel shows transformation progress in FY24 numbers
By Simon QuickeManaged service player Maintel sees surge in pre-tax profits as it continues to evolve the business away from being a generalist
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05 May 2025
How AsiaPac transformed into a multicloud powerhouse
By Aaron TanAsiaPac CEO Andrew Cheng outlines the company’s growth from a laptop PC distributor to a regional technology service provider known for its multicloud capabilities
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02 May 2025
Scotland’s most remote towns and villages to get gigabit upgrade
By Joe O’HalloranUK government signs largest-ever broadband supply contract with leading comms operator to provide homes and businesses in hard-to-reach areas of Scotland with access to gigabit connectivity for the first time
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02 May 2025
Myriota scales up satellite IoT constellation with 16 more craft
By Joe O’HalloranMyriota extends partnership with direct-to-orbit satellite internet of things connectivity provider to design, build and operate 16 satellites with enhanced second-generation payloads
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02 May 2025
Government and Ofcom disagree about scope of Online Safety Act
By Sebastian Klovig SkeltonMPs heard different views from the online harms regulator and the UK government about whether and how the Online Safety Act obliges platforms to deal with disinformation
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01 May 2025
UK networks feel the strain under AI pressure
By Joe O’HalloranGlobal internet company’s study finds almost half of UK organisations say their network and connectivity infrastructure is not ready to support new technology initiatives, in particular artificial intelligence
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01 May 2025
Thomas Herdman’s legal battle over Sky ECC encrypted phone distribution set to enter fifth year
By Bill GoodwinComputer Weekly speaks to Julie Kawai Herdman, daughter of Thomas Herdman, the only person in custody for distributing Sky ECC encrypted phones
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30 Apr 2025
Connectivity crucial to allaying drivers’ hacking concerns
By Joe O’HalloranStudy warns that automotive interfaces and infotainment systems at risk of hacking, but predictive maintenance, enhanced safety features and autonomous driving features most likely to drive recurring revenue
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30 Apr 2025
Co-op shuts off IT systems to contain cyber attack
By Alex ScroxtonA developing cyber incident at Co-op has forced the retailer to pull the plug on some of its IT systems as it works to contain the attack
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30 Apr 2025
Digital Catapult joins EU 6G innovation consortia
By Joe O’HalloranDeep tech innovation organisation to participate in European Union-funded initiative to advance the development and deployment of 6G technologies
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30 Apr 2025
Juniper doubles down on AI as HPE deal faces scrutiny
By Stephen WithersJuniper’s ANZ chief highlights strong enterprise adoption of the Mist networking platform, with AI-powered automation delivering cost savings and operational benefits for customers
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29 Apr 2025
Three Business launches business eSIM trial
By Joe O’HalloranBusiness arm of UK mobile operator unveils what it says is the UK’s first large-scale embedded subscriber identity module trial for business in two of the country’s largest cities to allow customers to test network capabilities before possible switch
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29 Apr 2025
UK National Parks deploys AI, IoT to transform environmental monitoring
By Joe O’HalloranTelco and parks authority form technology-led partnership, showcasing how advanced AI, IoT and mobile network innovation are being deployed to protect and future-proof the UK’s most important natural spaces
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29 Apr 2025
RunZero looking for UK channel growth
By Simon QuickeSecurity player is working with a distributor and has hired staff to support a push to establish a partner base
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29 Apr 2025
HPE Aruba deepens network security and OpsRamp visibility
By Tim McCarthyA new 'digital circuit breaker' capability for HPE Private Clouds, increased visibility of third-party hardware with OpsRamp and new SASE capabilities arrive for HPE Aruba.
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29 Apr 2025
Kaspersky calls for cyber immunity amid growing cyber threats
By Aaron TanThe rise of professional cyber crime groups and state-sponsored actors targeting critical infrastructure requires a move towards inherently secure ‘cyber immune’ systems, says Kaspersky CEO Eugene Kaspersky
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29 Apr 2025
T-Mobile rolls out 5G Advanced across US
By Joe O’HalloranSo-called US ‘un-carrier’ highlights AI automation, immersive technology like AR/XR and ‘seemingly infinite’ new industrial use cases to benefit from next-generation mobile network
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28 Apr 2025
Arelion expands network presence in Mexico with DWDM route
By Joe O’HalloranMultinational enterprise connectivity provider opens up network route supporting key territory’s economic growth through resilient, terabit-scale communications infrastructure
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28 Apr 2025
Digital twins critical for digital transformation to fly in aerospace
By Joe O’HalloranTechnology consortium publishes whitepaper to address the challenges of digital twin adoption in the aerospace and defence industries highlighting requirements for successfully deploying these digital twin-enabling technologies
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28 Apr 2025
ESET continuing to increase MSP support
By Simon QuickeSecurity player has been evolving its partner position over the past couple of years to increase the support it can provide managed service providers
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25 Apr 2025
Kingston Council taps Boldyn to improve digital infrastructure
By Joe O’HalloranPartnership between London borough council, regional transport authority and leading large-scale network provider to see high-speed fibre links to CCTV locations, enabled through the construction of a 10km network covering main town centres
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25 Apr 2025
Channel catch-up: News in brief
By Simon QuickeDevelopments this week at Datatonic, Parallels, Central Technology Group, Cowbell and FiberLocator
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25 Apr 2025
Omdia: All-photonics infrastructure key to safer, smarter, more sustainable world
By Joe O’HalloranResearch revealed at Innovative Optical and Wireless Network global forum outlines future of digital economy, powered by all-photonics networks
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25 Apr 2025
How AI workloads are reshaping datacentre design
By Aaron TanAt Gitex Asia 2025, industry leaders discuss how the computational demands of advanced AI models are forcing a rethink of datacentre power, cooling and networking infrastructure
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24 Apr 2025
Nokia seals strategic 5G RAN deal with T-Mobile US
By Joe O’HalloranUS ‘un-carrier’ deploys enhanced radio access network technology to boost 5G network, expanding footprint, modernising cell sites and enhancing connectivity to additional subscribers across the country
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24 Apr 2025
Critical Manufacturing and Twinzo unveil smart factory digital twin visualisation
By Joe O’HalloranNew connector designed to unlock ‘seamless’ manufacturing execution systems-to-3D twin integration, empowering manufacturers with dynamic operational visibility and strategic insights
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24 Apr 2025
Ericsson boosts NetCloud SASE with integrated clientless ZTNA for wireless WAN
By Joe O’HalloranLeading 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
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24 Apr 2025
ASEAN telcos going beyond the 5G hype
By Aaron TanTelcos 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
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23 Apr 2025
Telenor IoT unveils ‘future-proof’ eSIM solution
By Joe O’HalloranInternet of things division of leading Nordic telco becomes latest in glut of providers to launch solution in flourishing embedded subscriber identity module market with standardised SGP.32 product
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23 Apr 2025
Intel accelerates software-defined vehicles with SoC first
By Joe O’HalloranAutomotive technology arm of chip giant Intel unveils product and customer development that it says marks a step forward in software-defined vehicle strategy
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23 Apr 2025
Vodafone, A1, Ericsson unveil first 5G Standalone international roaming
By Joe O’HalloranGlobal comms tech provider teams with operators in Germany and Bulgaria to confirm feasibility of cross-border 5G SA roaming to enhance responsiveness and reliability of services
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23 Apr 2025
Qualys goes to bat for US cricket side San Francisco Unicorns
By Alex ScroxtonCloud security specialist Qualys partners with US T20 cricket squad San Francisco Unicorns and its Sparkle Army fanclub as the team prepares for its summer 2025 campaign
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22 Apr 2025
Virgin Media O2 cuts carbon emissions 56% against its 2020 baseline
By Joe O’HalloranVirgin Media O2 reveals that it is on track to achieve net zero across its operations, products and supply chain by the end of 2040, 10 years ahead of UK’s net-zero goal
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22 Apr 2025
Secure Future Initiative reveals Microsoft staff focus
By Cliff SaranIT security is now a metric in the Microsoft employee appraisal process
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22 Apr 2025
HyperFiber scales with Render to boost broadband efficiency
By Joe O’HalloranNetwork workflow automation and productivity optimisation firm’s services deployed to scale fibre deployment across multiple expanding markets in key areas across US
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22 Apr 2025
Automotive OEMs accelerate AI integration for in-cabin mobility
By Joe O’HalloranResearch note highlights how upcoming regulatory requirements are shaping the future of smart mobility with technology, playing a crucial role in improving safety, convenience and experiences
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22 Apr 2025
Ofcom bans leasing of Global Titles to crackdown on spoofing
By Cliff SaranTelco regulator Ofcom is cracking down on a loophole being exploited by cyber criminals to access sensitive mobile data
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22 Apr 2025
AI-powered APIs proving highly vulnerable to attack
By Alex ScroxtonThe growth of AI is proving a double-edged sword for API security, presenting opportunities for defenders to enhance their resilience, but also more risks from AI-powered attacks, according to report
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21 Apr 2025
Unethical practices in telecoms channel called out
By Simon QuickeHidden fees, lengthy contracts and a lack of transparency should inspire government action, argues one industry player
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21 Apr 2025
Top APAC firms recognised at innovation awards
By Aaron TanCitic Telecom, CapitaLand Investment and DBS Bank were among the region’s top industry innovators recognised for their digital transformation efforts at the Computer Weekly Innovation Awards APAC 2025
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21 Apr 2025
CW Innovation Awards: M1 aims to become digital-native telco
By Eileen YuThe digital-first telco is running all its back-end systems on the cloud, enabling it to speed up decision-making and enhance customer service
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21 Apr 2025
CW Innovation Awards: Transforming cyber security with AI
By Ai Lei TaoFacing rising cyber threats and a shortage of experts, Citic Telecom International CPC developed an AI-powered penetration testing tool to automate security audits and reduce costs
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17 Apr 2025
Windstream, Ciena boost 400G network capacity in Southeast US
By Joe O’HalloranOptical communications technology enhances network infrastructure with its reconfigurable line system and coherent optical innovations, strengthening connectivity between Texas and Florida
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17 Apr 2025
ETSI highlights integrated sensing, communication 6G use cases
By Joe O’HalloranEuropean standards organisation releases report identifying the first use cases for next generation of mobile in sensing, spanning indoor, outdoor, mixed environments applications with targets including people, vehicles, UAVs and robots
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17 Apr 2025
Consolidation continues with M Group snapping up Telent
By Simon QuickeMove will bring together critical infrastructure specialists serving customers across both public and private sectors
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17 Apr 2025
Channel should encourage move from PSTN this year
By Simon QuickeWith the analogue switch-off deadline set for early 2027, those keen to gain the benefits of IP technology should migrate ahead of that date, according to BT
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17 Apr 2025
London falling behind in 5G mobile experience
By Joe O’HalloranResearch reveals mobile users in UK capital spend more time in mobile signal not-spots and experience slower 5G speeds than residents of other UK cities, resulting in poorer performance in everyday tasks
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16 Apr 2025
Kraft Group enlists NWN for New England Patriots network upgrades
By Joe O’HalloranNorth America’s largest AI-powered technology services provider to power fan experiences across entire sports enterprise business portfolio, including Gillette Stadium, New England Patriots and New England Revolution
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16 Apr 2025
Video telematics systems set for solid growth in North America, Europe
By Joe O’HalloranResearch from dedicated machine-to-machine and IoT analyst finds integration of cameras in commercial vehicle environments will be significant trend for fleet telematics
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16 Apr 2025
Fibre fine but US tariffs to take hit on broadband equipment
By Joe O’HalloranAnalyst predicts effect of US tariffs on telecoms and communications industry, revealing probable winners and losers
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16 Apr 2025
Security leaders grapple with AI-driven threats
By Aaron TanExperts warn of AI’s dual role in both empowering and challenging cyber defences, and called for intelligence sharing and the need to strike a balance between AI-driven innovation and existing security practices
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15 Apr 2025
UK altnets set to usher mass migration away from legacy broadband
By Joe O’HalloranResearch reveals how momentum is building in the alternative provider sector to drive gigabit broadband to rural and hard-to-reach locations the UK
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15 Apr 2025
EU launches €104m call to advance European role in 6G
By Joe O’HalloranEC announces investment in Europe’s journey towards 6G leadership bringing together vertical industries, academia and research institutions
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15 Apr 2025
Qwilt covers more than 2,000 edge cloud nodes across six continents
By Joe O’HalloranDistributed edge network technology provider claims milestone in Edge Cloud infrastructure through shift in how enterprises can deliver content and deploy latency-sensitive applications
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15 Apr 2025
Alibaba Cloud bolsters AI offerings
By Aaron TanThe Chinese hyperscaler has launched new models, tools and infrastructure upgrades for international customers following plans to advance its cloud computing and AI infrastructure
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14 Apr 2025
AI-led automation drives strategic forces for industrial transformation
By Joe O’HalloranResearch reveals eight key forces driving growth in smart factories, in what could be a revolution in automation, with AI-driven predictive maintenance for zero downtime a priority
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14 Apr 2025
Distology increases consultative approach
By Simon QuickeDistributor looks to sign vendors to support its technology strategy and position it as a source of support and market leadership
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14 Apr 2025
Windtre Advances 5G offer with Juniper network architecture
By Joe O’HalloranAI-native networking tech provider announces major collaboration with Italian operator to future-proof core and edge network infrastructure as demand for 5G and internet services surge
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14 Apr 2025
Nokia networking backbone firms up ResetData AI factory
By Joe O’HalloranDeployment 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
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14 Apr 2025
Qualcomm, Epec team to drive digital transformation in mobile machinery
By Joe O’HalloranCollaboration aims to transform off-highway heavy machinery sector combining machine system solutions and automation expertise with computing, AI and connectivity technologies