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Srikapardhi October 10th, 2024 7:54 PM 0 COMMENTS

VNPT Signs Network Deal for 5G Deployment in Vietnam

Vietnamese operator VNPT (Vietnam Posts and Telecommunications Group) has selected Swedish network vendor Ericsson for its 5G network deployment. As part of the deal, Ericsson will supply and install its radio products on VNPT's network. VNPT will initially roll out its 5G network in Vietnam's major cities, focusing on areas with a high density of VNPT mobile subscribers, strong tourism activity, and developed enterprise and industrial zones. Also Read: VNPT... Read More

Srikapardhi October 10th, 2024 5:29 PM 0 COMMENTS

Orange Poland Offers GenAI-Powered Smartphone Comparison Assistant

Orange Poland (Polska) has introduced a service to help customers compare different smartphone models using its virtual assistant, Max. Based on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), the assistant explains device parameters, highlights differences between selected models, and helps users choose the best device to suit their needs. Orange Poland says the service is still in the testing phase, with tests having just started. Also Read: Dialog Axiata Launches AI-Based Health Scan... Read More

Srikapardhi October 10th, 2024 4:42 PM 2 COMMENTS

Turkcell Completes 1.2 Tbps Single Wavelength Transmission Test on Live Network

Turkcell and ZTE have announced that they have successfully completed a 1.2 Tbps single-wavelength test on a live network, utilising 800GE + 400GE client interfaces simultaneously. The companies claim this achievement as the world's first live test of 1.2 Tbps single-wavelength transmission using an 800GE client interface, in collaboration with Turkcell on the Bursa commercial network. Also Read: Turkcell Successfully Trials 5G Cloud RAN Technology Enhancing Bandwidth with 1.2 Tbps... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 3:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

DoT Seeks Revival Plan From Vodafone Idea for Bank Guarantee Exemption: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is seeking a four- to five-year revival plan from Vodafone Idea (Vi) before granting an exemption on their bank guarantee, CNBC reported citing sources. Before waving off Bank Guarantees DoT wants to know if the company will be able to meet its obligations towards AGR and spectrum dues. The debt-ridden telco said that it has been in discussion with the DoT for the waiver of... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 2:19 PM 0 COMMENTS

Honeywell and Qualcomm Expand Partnership to Develop AI Solutions for Energy Sector

Qualcomm Technologies and Honeywell have announced an expanded partnership to develop new AI-enabled solutions for the energy sector. The deal, aimed at commercialising products for the energy market, will see Honeywell integrate Qualcomm's AI and connectivity products into its existing AI applications, including its Field Process Knowledge System (PKS). The Field PKS will benefit from enhanced connectivity and coverage in hard-to-reach areas of plant and manufacturing facilities while leveraging Qualcomm's... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 12:51 PM 0 COMMENTS

Singtel Launches AI Cloud Service Called RE:AI

Singapore's Singtel has launched RE:AI, its new Artificial Intelligence Cloud Service (AI Cloud) offering, aimed at democratising AI to make it widely available to organisations. The operator said the service gives enterprises and public sector customers affordable access to AI technologies that can transform their operations without needing to invest or maintain in-house infrastructure and supporting resources. Also Read: SK Telecom Launches AI Cloud Manager to Maximise GPU Usage AI... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 11:45 AM 0 COMMENTS

SAP Expands Its AI Copilot Joule with Collaborative Capabilities

SAP has announced advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), centering around its generative AI copilot, Joule, at the annual SAP TechEd conference. These innovations aim to transform business operations across the globe, with Joule driving 87 percent of global commerce. At the conference, SAP announced new capabilities that complement and extend Joule, including collaborative AI agents imbued with custom skills to complete complex cross-disciplinary tasks, the company said. Also Read: Infosys... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 11:13 AM 8 COMMENTS

BSNL’s 4G Towers Nearing Launch in Adilabad, Telangana: Report

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is nearing completion of the installation of approximately 150 4G towers in the remote parts of the erstwhile Adilabad district, promising to improve telecom connectivity for indigenous tribals in these areas, according to a report by Telangana Today. Also Read: BSNL Celebrates 25th Foundation Day with Key Announcements and Initiatives Need for Enhanced Network Access Reportedly, residents in hilly regions have long struggled with poor... Read More

Srikapardhi October 10th, 2024 10:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Novos Fiber and Prime Fiber Secure USD 75 Million Debt Facility for Expansion

Novos Fiber, a retail fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) internet service provider (ISP), and its sister company, Prime Fiber, a commercial open-access fiber infrastructure firm, have successfully closed a USD 175 million senior secured debt facility through their holding company, IL Fiber TopCo. The round was led by Woodforest National Bank, with participation from Third Coast Bank and Sunflower Bank, including a USD 100 million accordion feature for future funding flexibility. Also Read:... Read More

Kripa B October 10th, 2024 8:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea’s Vi One Plans for October 2024 Detailed

Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest private telecom operator in India, offers its integrated fiber, mobility, and OTT services under its converged offering, "Vi One." Simply put, Vi One provides customers with a 3-in-1 package: a fiber broadband connection, a prepaid mobile connection (Vi Hero Unlimited), and access to over 13 OTT platforms, all under one plan. However, Vi offers Vi One in limited locations in partnership with fiber broadband providers.... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur October 10th, 2024 6:30 AM 0 COMMENTS

Jio’s Only Plan Under Rs 200 that Bundles Unlimited 5G

Reliance Jio is the only Indian telecom operator in the country that is offering users to experience 5G under the price point of Rs 200. From a business standpoint, this is a good strategy for the company. Jio has extremely price-sensitive customers under its portfolio and that is why this offer is such a good one from the company's as well as customers' perspective. When the tariffs were hiked in... Read More

Kripa B October 9th, 2024 11:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

Affineon Health Launches AI Platform to Streamline Healthcare Admin Tasks

Affineon Health, a healthcare technology company co-founded by David Norris and backed by AI Fund, has officially launched its AI-powered platform designed to alleviate the administrative burden on healthcare providers. According to Affineon Health, the platform reduces the time providers spend managing lab results, patient communications, and prescription renewals, allowing healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care. Also Read: AI Fund Makes First Investment in India, Backs Healthcare Startup... Read More