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Srikapardhi December 12th, 2024 4:24 PM 0 COMMENTS

Elisa and Nokia Complete First Commercial Cloud RAN Deployment in Europe

Finnish telecom operator Elisa and Nokia have completed what they describe as Europe's first commercial Cloud RAN deployment in Espoo, Finland. The rollout means that Elisa will be able to deploy Nokia's Cloud RAN solution alongside its existing purpose-built networks in hybrid environments, paving the way for a transition to full cloud-native networks. Also Read: Du Deploys Commercial 5G Cloud RAN Solution in Abu Dhabi Details of the Cloud RAN... Read More

Kripa B December 12th, 2024 1:36 PM 0 COMMENTS

Google Launches Gemini 2.0: A New AI Model for the Agentic Era

Google has announced the launch of Gemini 2.0, the latest iteration of its artificial intelligence (AI) model. Designed for what Google calls the "agentic era," Gemini 2.0 introduces advanced multimodal capabilities, enabling it to interact, reason, and take proactive actions across a range of tasks. Building on its predecessors, Gemini 1.0 (introduced last December) and Gemini 1.5, the new model further advances multimodality and long-context understanding to process information across text, video, images,... Read More

Srikapardhi December 12th, 2024 10:29 AM 0 COMMENTS

Spark New Zealand Sells Remaining Stake in Connexa to CDPQ for NZD 314 Million

Spark New Zealand, the largest telecommunications company in New Zealand, has announced the sale of its remaining 17 percent stake in mobile tower business Connexa to global investment group CDPQ for NZD 314 million. The deal values Connexa at consistent EBITDAI multiples seen in previous New Zealand mobile tower transactions. Spark expects to record a NZD 70 million gain in EBITDAI upon completion of the sale. Also Read: Spark New... Read More

Kripa B December 12th, 2024 9:29 AM 0 COMMENTS

Apple Reportedly Working With Broadcom to Develop New AI Chip

Apple is reportedly working with Broadcom to develop its first server chip specifically designed for artificial intelligence (AI) processing, The Information reported on Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter. This move positions Apple alongside other tech giants that have developed proprietary chips to handle AI-intensive workloads and reduce dependence on Nvidia's costly and short-in-supply processors. Also Read: OpenAI is Developing In-House AI Chip with Broadcom and TSMC: Report Code-Named... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur December 12th, 2024 7:09 AM 10 COMMENTS

BSNL 4G Feels a Tad Bit Late, but Still Impactful

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run telecom operator, has delayed a little too much when it comes to rolling out 4G. One can’t blame the organisation entirely, as the government’s decision to only use indigenous tech forced the telco to delay its 4G rollout. Indian tech companies didn’t have proven technology at the time. But since the rollout has started, the government expects BSNL to roll out 4G networks... Read More

Kripa B December 11th, 2024 10:17 PM 1 COMMENTS

Reliance Jio Launches New Year Rs 2025 Welcome Plan with Unlimited 5G

As we approach the New Year, Reliance Jio, the largest telecom operator in India, has announced the New Year Welcome Plan, priced at Rs 2,025, continuing its usual practice of introducing a plan with extra benefits at this time every year. Jio's New Year Welcome Plan includes 2.5GB of data per day, along with an unlimited 5G data benefit and partner coupons worth Rs 2,150. More details of the plan... Read More

Kripa B December 11th, 2024 9:19 PM 0 COMMENTS

Deutsche Telekom Launches Open-Source AI Model for European Languages

German telecommunications operator Deutsche Telekom has become the first provider to commercialise the use of the OpenGPT-X Teuken-7B language model, developed by a consortium led by the Fraunhofer Institutes IAIS and IIS, with other partners including the Dresden University of Technology (TU Dresden), the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI), and the Juelich Research Center. Also Read: Orange Partners With OpenAI and Meta to Expand AI Models for African... Read More

Srikapardhi December 11th, 2024 8:14 PM 0 COMMENTS

SK Broadband Deploys Quantum Secure Network for KHNP with Nokia

SK Broadband (SKB) and Nokia have deployed a leased line network for Korea Hydro and Nuclear Plant (KHNP) to enhance data security and protect its network infrastructure from existing and emerging cyber threats, including quantum computing-based attacks. The deployment, completed in August 2024, integrates Nokia's Quantum-Safe Network technology. Also Read: Singtel Launches Southeast Asia’s First Nationwide Quantum-Safe Network Quantum-Safe Technologies The solution utilises a defense-in-depth approach, featuring advanced cryptographic technologies... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur December 11th, 2024 8:12 PM 3 COMMENTS

Has BSNL Lost a Golden Opportunity

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been adding new subscribers for several months while the private telecom operators have seen a decline in their user base. This happened particularly due to the tariff hikes implemented by the telcos. However, only due to a price difference, BSNL can't keep adding customers forever. Customers need more than just saving a few hundred rupees with BSNL recharges every year. They need quality services,... Read More

Kripa B December 11th, 2024 7:32 PM 3 COMMENTS

Nokia Launches First 5G-Enabled 360-Degree Camera for Industrial Use

Nokia has announced what it calls the world's first 5G-enabled 360-degree camera designed for industrial usage. The camera is designed for harsh industrial conditions and comes with cyber-secure software and built-in security hardware. "The camera is the result of long-term extensive Nokia multimedia research and contains many of Nokia's ground-breaking innovations," Nokia said in a statement on Wednesday. Also Read: Iliad Group Extends Long-Term Partnership with Nokia to Support Mobile... Read More

Srikapardhi December 11th, 2024 7:05 PM 0 COMMENTS

Lumos Announces USD 150 Million Fiber-Optic Expansion in Stark County, Ohio

Lumos, a fiber-optic internet and home Wi-Fi provider, is expanding into Stark County, Ohio, with a USD 150 million investment. The project will span over 2,000 miles, bringing high-speed internet access to homes and small businesses. Also Read: Lumos Announces USD 150 Million Expansion into Kentucky Network Lumos' Investment in Stark County Lumos CEO Brian Stading says engineering work is already underway and construction is set to begin in 2025... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur December 11th, 2024 6:09 PM 1 COMMENTS

Telcos to Trace Origin of Messages from Today in India

The Indian telecom operators have been directed by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to trace the origin of all commercial messages that are sent by principal entities (PEs). Starting December 11, 2024, which is today, the telcos have to ensure SMSes which don't have a defined or matching telemarketer (TM) chain will be blocked. This will make the communication experience safer for the customers. It will also bring... Read More