Srikapardhi

About the author: Passionately following the Indian #Telecom Industry for over a decade from Business, Consumer and a Technical perspective. My primary focus area is Consumer & Digital Experience.

July 23rd, 2025 8:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

CRISIL Upgrades Bharti Airtel and Bharti Telecom Ratings on Strong Financials and Market Share

Crisil Ratings has upgraded its long-term credit ratings for Bharti Airtel and its holding company, Bharti Telecom, citing sustained improvements in their financial and business risk profiles. The move reflects the telecom group's strengthening position in the Indian telecom sector and its operational performance. Airtel disclosed the credit rating revision in an exchange filing on July 17. Also Read: Bharti Airtel: Moody’s Upgrades Outlook to Positive on Improved Finances Ratings... Read More

July 16th, 2025 10:40 PM 0 COMMENTS

Rogers Launches Beta Trial of Satellite-to-Mobile Text Service in Canada

Rogers Communications has launched a beta trial of its direct satellite-to-mobile text messaging service. The new service, Rogers Satellite, currently supports text messaging only and is available free of charge during the beta period for anyone in Canada with a compatible phone. "Only 18 per cent of the country is covered by traditional wireless networks. With this new technology (Rogers Satellite), Rogers now covers over 5.4 million square kilometres within Canada,... Read More

July 13th, 2025 11:14 PM 9 COMMENTS

Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea Entry-Level Unlimited 5G Prepaid Plans Detailed: July 2025 Edition

Indian private telecom operators Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are offering 5G services now. According to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the total number of deployed 5G BTS stands at 4,86,070 as of the end of June 2025. Recently, there have been changes in the entry-level prepaid plans offering complimentary Unlimited 5G Data from the operators. So, let us check out the updated plans and benefits from... Read More

July 9th, 2025 1:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Zscaler Launches AI-Powered SIM-Based Zero Trust Security Solution for IoT and OT Devices

Zscaler, a global cloud security provider, today (Wednesday, July 9) announced the launch of Zscaler Cellular, an AI-powered extension of its Zero Trust Exchange platform designed to secure Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT) devices using cellular connectivity. The new solution enables Zero Trust communication through a simple SIM card, eliminating the need for additional software or legacy VPN infrastructure. Also Read: Airtel Business Launches Zero Trust Architecture-Based... Read More

July 4th, 2025 9:22 AM 0 COMMENTS

Sateliot Selects Alen Space to Build Next Five Satellites

Spanish 5G satellite connectivity operator Sateliot said it has entrusted the manufacture of its next five satellites to the Spanish firm Alen Space. The new satellites, scheduled for launch in 2026, are a key part of Sateliot's strategy to establish a global, dual-use 5G satellite connectivity network, serving both civilian and defence applications. Also Read: Verizon Satellite SMS; Viasat Demos D2D in Brazil; KPN Expands Satellite IoT and More Built... Read More

June 26th, 2025 8:53 PM 0 COMMENTS

EdgeCore to Invest USD 17 Billion in Virginia Data Center Campus

EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure, a wholesale data center developer and operator, has announced the acquisition of 697 acres in the Shannon Hill Regional Business Park in Louisa County, Virginia. The company plans to develop a 3.9 million square foot, high-density data center campus capable of supporting more than 1.1 gigawatts of power. Also Read: EdgeCore Announces Expansion of Data Center Capacity in Mesa, Arizona to Over 450 MW Campus Designed for... Read More

June 24th, 2025 9:45 PM 0 COMMENTS

India Leads 5G Growth with FWA Expansion and Global Data Usage Record: Ericsson Mobility Report

Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) continues to grow in appeal to communications service providers (CSPs) around the world, with the ability to offer speed-based tariff plans - enhanced by 5G capabilities - proving particularly attractive, according to the June 2025 Ericsson Mobility Report (EMR). 5G adoption in India is growing rapidly, driven by rising data demand, 5G population coverage exceeding 90 percent, and large-scale 5G FWA deployments, the report said. Also Read:... Read More

June 19th, 2025 5:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Jio AI-Native Network Strategy, Verizon ODA Accreditation, TM Forum GSMA Partnership, and More

At DTW Ignite 2025, global telecom leaders came together to showcase advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI)-native networks, autonomous operations, and open digital architectures. From Jio's AI-first transformation strategy to Google Cloud's autonomous network blueprint, the event set the stage for a more intelligent, agile, and scalable future in the telecom industry. Also Read: Jio and TM Forum Members Collaborate to Develop Architectures That Enable AI at Scale 1. Jio Updates... Read More

June 15th, 2025 8:41 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson: Germany’s Initiative for 5G on Trains, Orange Maroc Core Upgrade, Rogers RedCap for IoT, and More

Ericsson has recently announced advancements in 5G infrastructure across key global markets, reflecting the company's strategic focus on accelerating connectivity. From Germany's gigabit-speed train connectivity trials to Jordan's cloud-native BSS transformation, these developments reflect the accelerating pace of 5G adoption and innovation. Also Read: Ericsson: Optus 5G Antennas, Cloud-Native Core with Google Cloud, Sweden AI Factory and More 1. Germany Launches GINT XT to Test Shared 5G Infrastructure for Gigabit-Speed... Read More

June 13th, 2025 8:41 PM 0 COMMENTS

Ericsson: Optus 5G Antennas, Cloud-Native Core with Google Cloud, Sweden AI Factory and More

Ericsson continues to drive global 5G innovation and digital transformation through strategic partnerships, advanced network solutions, and sustainable technologies. From next-generation antenna deployments to AI-powered edge computing and cloud-native platforms, Ericsson is shaping the future of connectivity across industries and regions. Also Read: Ericsson: Vodafone Activates 5G in German Tunnel, Taipei Indoor 5G Test, UAE Eyes Premium 5G and More These ten recent developments highlight Ericsson's initiatives and achievements across... Read More

June 12th, 2025 8:48 PM 0 COMMENTS

PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt and ZOI to Construct AAE-2 Subsea Cable System

A consortium of four subsea cable operators—PCCW Global, Sparkle, Telecom Egypt, and Zain Omantel International (ZOI)—has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to construct the Asia-Africa-Europe-2 (AAE-2) subsea cable system. The project aims to establish a subsea digital corridor linking Hong Kong and Singapore to Italy, with terrestrial routes running through Thailand, the Arabian Peninsula, and Egypt. Also Read: Tata Communications Launches New Submarine Cable System TGN-IA2 Building the AAE-2... Read More

June 9th, 2025 11:18 AM 0 COMMENTS

Bharti Airtel Awards Multi-Year NOC Managed Services Contract to Ericsson

Bharti Airtel has awarded a multi-year Network Operations Center (NOC) Managed Services contract to Ericsson. "This strategic agreement underscores Ericsson's leadership in managed services and reaffirms its commitment to delivering exceptional value to Airtel customers," Airtel said in a joint statement on Monday, June 9, 2025. Also Read: Airtel 5G SA Deployment to Follow Traffic Offload, Prioritises User Experience Focus on FWA and Network Slicing Under the terms of the... Read More

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