The Advanced Technology Research Council’s (ATRC) VentureOne has launched Nabat, a new climate tech startup aimed at conserving and restoring mangroves and ecosystems in the UAE using AI and robotics. Unveiled at the International Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Conference in Abu Dhabi, Nabat combines drones, AI-powered software, and flexible seeding … Read More
Nokia and Motorola Solutions have introduced an AI-enhanced drone-in-a-box solution, combining Nokia Drone Networks and Motorola Solutions’ CAPE software. The system aims to transform first responder operations and critical industries by enabling faster decision-making, enhanced situational awareness, and streamlined remote operations. Also Read: Swisscom Broadcast to Deploy Nationwide Drones-as-a-Service Network … Read More
Vapi, a developer platform for Voice AI agents, has secured USD 20 million in Series A funding, led by Bessemer Venture Partners with support from Abstract Ventures, AI Grant, Y Combinator, Saga Ventures, and Michael Ovitz. The funding will help the company expand its engineering team, scale infrastructure, and serve … Read More
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has launched 5G in all 17 licensed service areas (LSAs) in India. This is a very small-scale launch by the company and thus not many users would be able to enjoy it still. However, this marks Vi’s entry into the 5G domain commercially. The telco has … Read More
Brazilian telecommunications company Telebras has partnered with Luxembourg-based satellite communication services company SES to expand Brazil’s Electronic Government Program — Citizen Assistance Service (GESAC). The collaboration has connected over 1,500 sites, including schools, libraries, health units, indigenous villages, and rural settlements in the Northern Region, through SES’s Managed Enterprise solution … Read More
Businesses intend to increase fraud budgets driven by investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies, according to Experian’s 2024 Global Identity and Fraud Report. The report spotlights “huge growth in highly personalised GenAI-driven fraud attacks” and emphasises that “Businesses must employ a multi-layered approach to fight GenAI … Read More
Network solutions provider Windstream Wholesale, in collaboration with Colt Technology Services, Nokia, and Viavi Solutions, has completed what the company claims is the world’s first 800 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) transatlantic service trial. The trial, spanning over 8,500 kilometers of subsea and terrestrial fiber between Chicago and London, marks an achievement … Read More
Indians love consuming content from Disney+ Hotstar. It is one of the largest over-the-top (OTT) platforms in the country. Many of the local TV shows and movies are available for consumers to watch here. Much recently, Bharti Airtel came out with a new prepaid plan bundled with Disney+ Hotstar Mobile. … Read More
Indian telecom company Tata Communications has announced Kaleyra AI, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered portfolio designed to transform customer interactions through personalised and efficient engagement. The portfolio will initially offer three capabilities beyond traditional communication tools: a GenAI Template Generator for WhatsApp, a Conversational AI Data Reporting solution, and a No-Code Conversational AI Builder. Also … Read More
The satellite spectrum in India is going to be administratively allocated, which is against the wishes of private telcos including Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi). Because of this, the question of 2G airwaves allocation and the scam related to it comes to mind. Addressing this, union telecom minister Jyotiraditya … Read More
Indus Towers, a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, has entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with JSW Green Energy Eight Limited, a special purpose vehicle (SPV), to procure renewable energy from a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant under the captive mode. The agreement, signed on December 12, 2024, marks a step … Read More
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a state-run Indian telecom operator, has installed 62,201 4G towers in India. This was recently confirmed by the union telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. He said that these towers have been installed. However, it is to be noted that not all the towers may have been … Read More
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