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Srikapardhi April 15th, 2024 12:06 PM 0 COMMENTS

Viettel and Singtel Collaborate to Deploy Vietnam-Singapore Cable System

Vietnamese telco Viettel (Viettel Solutions) and Singaporean telco Singtel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to cooperate towards bolstering digital connectivity between Vietnam and Singapore. The agreement outlines plans for the deployment of the Vietnam-Singapore Cable System (VTS), a direct link between the two nations, Viettel said in an official release. Also Read: Google Announces USD 1 Billion Investment in Subsea Cables and Connectivity to Japan Cable System Deployment... Read More

Yashika Goel April 15th, 2024 7:50 AM 0 COMMENTS

Top 4 Space Films to Watch on Netflix and Add to Your Binge List

Netflix is constantly extending its sci-fi movie library, catering to viewers who are enthralled by the wonders of outer space. If you're fascinated by the grandeur of the cosmos, we've compiled a selection of the best space-themed films accessible on Netflix. Explore a wide choice of cinematic journeys that take viewers to faraway galaxies and new areas, providing a thrilling escape into the unknown. Also Read: Top OTT Releases On... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 15th, 2024 7:12 AM 0 COMMENTS

Reliance Jio Plans Offering Extra Data: Check List

Reliance Jio, India’s largest telco, is offering customers several prepaid plans that are coming with extra data at the moment. Today, we are going to list these plans and then also explain their benefits. All of these plans also come with the unlimited 5G data offer from Reliance Jio. The telco offers 5G data with every plan that is worth Rs 239 or more. Check out the plans below. Read... Read More

Srikapardhi April 14th, 2024 5:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

Swisscom to Transform Its Network Into a Smart Network

Switzerland's telecommunications provider, Swisscom, is aiming to transform its network into a smart network by extending its partnership with Ericsson for another three years. Under the partnership, Ericsson will continue to supply the hardware and software for Swisscom, enabling it to enhance its customer experience and further develop the mobile network with a focus on sustainability, Swisscom said while noting that its network is already fully powered by renewable energy.... Read More

Srikapardhi April 14th, 2024 3:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

BICS Launches Roaming SMS Translator to Support 2G and 3G Shutdowns

Telcos globally are sunsetting or shutting down 2G or 3G networks. In such a scenario, mobile digital communications company BICS has launched a new solution to support international SMS on more advanced networks no longer supporting 2G or 3G technologies. According to BICS, the solution supports carriers who don't support or have retired their legacy 2G and 3G networks from excluding inbound roamers from networks using older SMS protocols. Legacy... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 14th, 2024 1:58 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Suggests Govt to Provide Funding for New Telecom Products

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) that new-age startups or innovators should be helped by providing them with funds. Some tech, which may not be able to attract private money, may have the potential to bridge the digital divide and bring socio-economic benefits. Funds under Digital Bharat Nidhi (commonly known as the Universal Service Obligation Fund), can be used to support... Read More

Srikapardhi April 14th, 2024 12:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

Tele2 Russia Announces Plans to Rebrand by End of 2024

Russian mobile operator Tele2 Russia has announced plans to stop using the Tele2 brand by the end of 2024. The telco recently announced plans to carry out a rebranding exercise and has already devised a strategy that maintains continuity with the current brand, aimed at seamlessly transitioning from its current brand identity. Tele2 Russia said this move comes as the company decided not to renew its licensing agreement for the... Read More

Srikapardhi April 14th, 2024 9:29 AM 0 COMMENTS

DataBank Secures USD 725 Million Credit Facility to Fuel Data Center Expansion

Edge colocation and managed cloud services provider DataBank announced the securing of a new USD 725 million credit facility. The new capital will fund ongoing expansion and future data center construction projects across key markets. This includes the expansion in existing markets on its campuses in New York, Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, and Dallas, as well as the establishment of new campuses in Northern Virginia and Atlanta. Also Read:... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur April 14th, 2024 7:22 AM 11 COMMENTS

Let’s Talk: BSNL’s Delays in Launching 4G is Leading to a Duopolistic Market

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run Indian telecom operator, has been trying to roll out 4G for ages. The telco has faced many roadblocks along the way, such as the government demanding to only roll out 4G using homegrown tech, then finding an Indian company that can provide proof of concept (PoC) of 4G tech and more. According to reports online, the technology that BSNL is using for homegrown... Read More

Srikapardhi April 13th, 2024 7:12 PM 0 COMMENTS

EdgeConneX Secures USD 1.9 Billion in Sustainability-Linked Financing for EMEA Expansion

EdgeConneX has secured additional substantiality-linked financing to accelerate its digital infrastructure expansion. The company announced this week that it has secured an additional USD 1.9 billion in sustainability-linked financing to support its EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) expansion. EdgeConneX will invest in the construction and development of new data center facilities to meet the growing demand for cloud and AI infrastructure in the region. Also Read: EdgeConneX Secures USD... Read More

Srikapardhi April 13th, 2024 6:28 PM 0 COMMENTS

Rostelecom Develops AI-Powered Digital Advisor for Retail Sector

Russian national operator Rostelecom has developed a new Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based service called Digital Advisor for the retail industry. The solution is expected to help improve customer experience and free up the resources of store staff to focus on non-routine tasks for which human presence is necessary. Rostelecom said the digital advisor is currently in the testing phase, and the company is testing it at its B2E TechLab, which is... Read More

Srikapardhi April 13th, 2024 4:46 PM 0 COMMENTS

Telefonica Germany Partners 5G Synergiewerk to Activate First 5G Streetlamp in Wurzburg

Telefonica Germany has announced a partnership with infrastructure provider 5G Synergiewerk and the public utility company of the city of Wurzburg, Germany, to put into operation the first 5G streetlight in Bavaria as part of a pilot project. Telefonica said this 5G lighting pole combines streetlight and cell site functions, fulfilling the need to provide nighttime lighting while simultaneously offering a 5G mobile network to users. Also Read: O2 Telefonica... Read More