Wayra, the corporate venture capital arm of Telefonica, said it has invested an undisclosed sum in Perplexity, a US-based startup that has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered answer engine. Founded in 2022, Perplexity says it uses advanced AI to understand the intent of queries and provide real-time, accurate and contextual … Read More
SK Telecom (SKT) said the next-generation telecommunications business should move beyond merely generating revenue from traffic demand and shift its focus toward enhancing the value of the infrastructure itself. In a new white paper exploring the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in telecom infrastructure during the 6G era, the operator … Read More
Reliance Jio is not much concerned with the Average Revenue per User (ARPU) metric, referring to it as a “misnomer.” India’s largest telecom operator also anticipates that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) subscribers will return to its services, according to a report by ET, citing a senior Jio executive. Jio … Read More
Satellite communications company Viasat has successfully demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in India for the first time. In partnership with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Viasat showcased satellite-powered two-way and SOS messaging using a commercial Android smartphone at the ongoing India Mobile Congress 2024, the companies said in a joint … Read More
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is reportedly nearing the end of its multi-year IT outsourcing deals, paving the way for new players to take over portions of the previous agreement with US tech company IBM. The new contracts are expected to be finalised in the next 10 days, Moneycontrol reported, citing sources … Read More
Reliance Jio’s average revenue per user (ARPU) figure rose from Rs 181.7 to Rs 195.1 QoQ in Q2 FY25. This happened because of the tariff hikes implemented early in the quarter. Jio hiked tariffs of its prepaid plans on July 3, 2024. The telco’s ARPU was at a standstill for … Read More
HFCL Limited has launched two new unlicensed band radios (UBR) on the opening day of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. The newly launched 4G aand 5G backhauling solutions were unveiled by union telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The two new UBR solutions include the following: 1) 1 Gbps Small Form … Read More
At the inauguration ceremony of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that there’s a need for global standards in ethical AI (artificial intelligence) and data privacy. He said that just like the global standard for aviation frequencies, there’s a need for global standards in ethical … Read More
French banking and financial services company BNP Paribas is ramping up its integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across its operations. The bank said its recently organised 7th AI Summer School was attended by over 4,000 employees from various divisions. In light of these numbers, the Chief Data Officer of BNP Paribas … Read More
Google has signed what it calls the world’s first corporate agreement to purchase nuclear energy from multiple small modular reactors (SMRs), developed by Kairos Power, to generate the vast amounts of energy needed to support its artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. According to Google, this deal is part of its ongoing … Read More
“Since 1983, I have been a part of India’s telecom story,” said Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman of Bharti Airtel, during his inaugural speech at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. “India has not only launched the fastest 5G networks in urban areas but is also extending coverage to villages and … Read More
Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel has reiterated its commitment to satellite communication (satcom) services to connect remote and underserved areas across the country. The company stressed that its stance remains unchanged, rejecting any claims of a policy shift. In a statement, Airtel emphasised its long-standing focus on using satcom technology … Read More
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